International Franchise Association is a company in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 2015. 677 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. * The 2026 Franchise Leadership & Development Conference CEO Summit discussed challenges in the franchise industry, including tightening margins, slowing development, and private equity's influence, emphasizing the importance of helping operators succeed and making franchisees profitable [[2026-10-27 More Than Selling It (d27117)]]. * IFA highlighted tightening margins, slowing development, and private‑equity influence, urging franchisors to help operators succeed and become profitable at the 2026 Franchise Leadership & Development Conference CEO Summit [[2026-10-27 More Than Selling It (d27117)]]. * IFA launched a Franchise Research and Insights Center that offers members real‑time performance data and an exclusive profitability report from ProfitKeeper [[2026-10-15 IFA Launches New Franchise Research and Insights Center (36c695)]]. * IFA announced 16 new franchise leaders to serve on its 2027 Board of Directors, with terms beginning at the 2027 IFA Annual Convention in Las Vegas (Feb 22‑24) [[2026-10-21 IFA Announces New Board Leadership (57a84b)]]. * Franchise leaders emphasized the importance of helping operators succeed and making franchisees profitable [[2026-10-27 More Than Selling It (d27117)]]. * The 2026 Franchise Leadership & Development Conference CEO Summit discussed the influence of private equity on the franchise industry [[2026-10-27 More Than Selling It (d27117)]]. * IFA is working to support franchisees in becoming profitable [[2026-10-27 More Than Selling It (d27117)]]. * The franchise industry is facing challenges including slowing development and tightening margins [[2026-10-27 More Than Selling It (d27117)]]
The Trump administration withdrew an Obama-era legal interpretation that said millions of Americans should be treated as employees of the corporation they work for.
Andrew Dusenberry, a military veteran, opens a Signal 88 Security franchise in the West Cleveland area, bringing his 21 years of military and law enforcement experience to the business.
Finding the right opportunity: types of businesses related to franchising, including questions to ask when deciding on a brand and category.
Franchising can be a viable option for entrepreneurs with different end goals, but it's essential to consider the pros and cons before making a decision.
The article discusses the responsibilities of managing a business, and the importance of knowing what type of business owner you want to be, such as an owner-operator or absentee owner.
Franchisee Jeff Sullivan opened his IKOR site in White Plains, New York, this past March and has increased the reach of his territory since.
Franchisee Jim Sullivan opened his IKOR site in White Plains, New York, this past March and has increased the reach of his territory since.
Jim Dauphinee of The Cleaning Authority is continuing to serve his local community through a new business opportunity.
Ralph and Felice Ehrman open Welcomemat Services in Illinois, assisting local businesses in growing their customer base.
Kevin Emery and son Jake open GYMGUYZ in Wallingford, Connecticut.
Eric Heslop of TWO MEN AND A TRUCK opens second Montana location in Whitefish with family members involved.
Kal Patel brings Lightbridge Academy, a childcare company, to Bergenfield, New Jersey, with a focus on early educational experiences.
On May 15, 2017, Philip Zeidman, a franchise partner with DLA Piper, was recognized with the Lifetime Achievement Award by Who’s Who Legal.
Antony and Gloria Gaschteff, new citizens of the United States, launch operations of The Cleaning Authority in Kissimmee, Florida.
Stephan Swafford, a new franchisee of Right at Home, shares his experience and goals for the business.
Kevin Kaschube, with a background in engineering, joins Christian Brothers Automotive as a franchisee.
The fastest-growing group of people following their dreams of business ownership are immigrants, according to a recent Entrepreneur article.
Sonia Batra brings Lightbridge Academy to Matawan, New Jersey, offering a unique childcare experience for the community.
Franchisee Spotlight: Kelly Knight of Safeguard, who partnered with the company to work under the Safeguard umbrella.
Kent Kolbow becomes one of Sylvan Learning's most decorated franchisees, owning 10 Indiana centers and striving to own every center in the state.
Brandon Tanzola, a former tree service business owner, has taken on franchising WORKOUT ANYTIME gyms and is preparing to open his second location in Levittown, Pennsylvania.
Adebola Adewumi, a local father, is opening the first GYMGUYZ location in Oregon, a mobile fitness company dedicated to personal health.
John Tuosto, a 45-year Lehman Brothers veteran, has retired and joined Mosquito Joe as a franchisee.
Matt and Alicia Smith open second Pita Pit in Shreveport, Louisiana.