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title: "The 2020 Global Franchise Awards are now open!"
url: https://burnaze.com/article/553df237-d902-4f15-8deb-ae0b7df10404
source: "Global Franchise"
original_url: https://www.global-franchise.com/news/the-2020-global-franchise-awards-are-now-open
author: "Kieran M"
category: "Franchise Industry"
industry: "Franchise Industry"
topics: ["Development & multi-unit"]
published: 2019-09-10T10:35:00.000Z
modified: 2026-10-31T16:38:18.700Z
image: https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1551836022-deb4988cc6c0?w=1600&q=80&auto=format&fit=crop
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# The 2020 Global Franchise Awards are now open!

**TL;DR:** The 2020 Global Franchise Awards are now open for entries, celebrating brands that advance international franchising. The event will take place at IFA Orlando in February, recognizing the best in the franchising world.

*By Kieran M, originally published in Global Franchise on 2019-09-10. [Read the original](https://www.global-franchise.com/news/the-2020-global-franchise-awards-are-now-open).*

## Story

**Launched by the team behind *Global Franchise* magazine and in their third year, the 2020 Global Franchise Awards celebrate the brands that are working hardest to advance the cause of international franchising.**

The event will take place at IFA Orlando in February, and will see many innovative franchisors and franchisees from around the globe gather to recognize the very best in the franchising world. That means awards like Best Food and Beverage Franchise, Best Emerging Franchise, and all-new commendations such as Best Franchise Consultancy!

It wouldn’t be a Global Franchise Awards without some of the biggest names in franchising, and 2020 is no different. Kay Ainsley, managing director of event sponsor MSA Worldwide, returns alongside new judges including Sherry McNeil, president, and CEO of Canadian Franchise Association, and Pip Wilkins, CEO of British Franchise Association – and many more.

**Why enter?**

The 2019 Global Franchise Awards reached over 350,000 people; many of whom have the potential to be your next master franchisee, and individuals who could take your brand to new heights.

As well as the outstanding coverage granted by the event – which will see winners heavily featured in the magazine throughout 2020 – the Global Franchise Awards bestows brands with leverage in their international markets. Previous winners have showcased their awards logo on advertisements, websites, and all their livery as a seal of approval from experts in their field.

**Previous winners**

Don’t just take our word for it – here’s what some of our previous winners of the Global Franchise Champion award had to say:

> “It’s no secret that we operate in an ultra-competitive marketplace, so to be recognized by Global Franchise is extremely rewarding” **– Shelly Sun, CEO of BrightStar Care**

> “We’re honoured to be recognized by Global Franchise for our excellence in international franchising and the success we have achieved” **– Catherine Monson, CEO of FASTSIGNS**

> “A Global Franchise Award is symbolic of the fact that we are still setting the bar high for fitness, even as competition heightens in this booming industry.” **– Ken Phipps, Director of Global Franchising, Gold’s Gym**

**How to enter**

Entry to the 2020 Global Franchise Awards couldn’t be easier: simply visit globalfranchisemagazine.com/awards, and register your franchise for the chance to be recognized as the very best in your field.

**Key dates**

**10 DECEMBER 2019** – ENTRIES CLOSE

**08 JANUARY 2020** – WINNERS NOTIFIED

**08 FEBRUARY 2020** – WINNERS ANNOUNCED

Enter now for your chance at winning a highly prestigious award within the international franchising field!

## Entities

- Franchise Industry (sector)
- Global Franchise (publication)
- international expansion (topic)
- franchise awards (topic)
- IFA (company)
- Kieran M (person)
- FASTSIGNS (company)
- BrightStar Care (company)
- Gold's Gym (company)
- Catherine Monson (person)
- MSA Worldwide (company)
- Kay Ainsley (person)

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Originally reported by Kieran M, Global Franchise (https://www.global-franchise.com/news/the-2020-global-franchise-awards-are-now-open). Summarized by Burnaze (https://burnaze.com/article/553df237-d902-4f15-8deb-ae0b7df10404).