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“Federal government shutdowns are helpful to no one, and we encourage members of Congress to vote swiftly to resume government funding.

The International Franchise Association (IFA) today praised the introduction of the bipartisan “American Franchise Act” in the U.S.

73% of franchisors plan to increase marketing spend this year

The 2025 Franchise Leadership & Development Conference (FLDC) is just one month away.

Franchises to add 20,000 units in 2025 amid mall closures

We see many social media posts about items to bring to business conferences.

A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held in partnership with the Schaumburg Business Association at 10:30 a.m.

IFA applauds introduction of Save Local Business Act to protect 831,000 franchise businesses.

The International Franchise Association (IFA) applauded the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals ruling overturning the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) Negative Option ("Click to Cancel") Rule, which IFA has advocated agains

In March, the Multi-Unit Franchising Conference (MUFC) hit the jackpot at Caesars Forum in Las Vegas: The annual event attracted record attendance for its 25th anniversary.

The turning of the calendar ushered in not only a new presidential administration and Congress, but also fresh opportunities for the franchise sector to grow, thrive, and create opportunity for all.

The Small Business Administration (SBA) announced that it will reinstate the Franchise Directory, a tool essential for lenders who are assessing SBA loan eligibility.

Jerry Akers, a multi-unit franchisee from Iowa and board member of the International Franchise Association (IFA), testified before the Joint House and Senate Small Business Committee hearing, "Prosperity on Main Street:

Palm Coast, Fla. – We Sell Restaurants is announcing the formation of its Franchise Advisory Board.

The International Franchise Association (IFA) released its 2025 Franchisor Survey, the fourth annual survey of franchise brands highlighting economic challenges and current trends facing franchised businesses.

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Robin Gagnon wins Crystal Compass Award from International Franchise Association

The International Franchise Association (IFA) released its annual Franchising Economic Outlook showing that franchise growth exceeded projections for 2024 in the face of ongoing economic uncertainty and policy headwinds.

The franchise industry surpassed growth projections in 2024, with 2.2% growth, and is expected to see 2.4% growth in 2025, according to the International Franchise Association.

The International Franchise Association forecasts 2.4% growth in the franchise sector in 2025, outpacing the 1.9% economic growth projected for the broader U.S. economy.

In early September, less than two months before an intense presidential election, more than 350 franchisees, franchisors, and suppliers descended on Washington, D.C., for the International Franchise Association’s (IFA) annual Advocacy Summit.

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This fall, less than two months before an intense presidential election, more than 350 franchisees, franchisors, and suppliers took time out of their busy schedules to descend on Washington, D.C.,…

Expanding your franchise into new countries can be filled with opportunities and challenges.