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Franchising has helped countless people become business owners, but finding the right opportunity starts with understanding yourself.

International Franchise Association reports 64% of franchisees are first-time business owners.

The International Franchise Association projects franchise industry growth in 2026, with over 12,000 new franchised businesses and 8.9 million jobs created.

Earlier this year, the International Franchise Association (IFA) released the “Value of Franchising,” a report conducted by Oxford Economics, which highlights how franchised businesses provide better benefits, stronger w

IFA report highlights franchising benefits for 64% of first-time owners

Based on survey data from nearly 3,000 franchisees and an analysis of detailed payroll data, a study details how America’s 831,000 franchised businesses provide for stronger employers, greater business ownership…

Dr. Anthony Tran named Franchisee of the Year by IFA

Ken Adair named Franchisee of the Year by the International Franchise Association

Re-Bath franchisees Jon Witmer and Mark Clapper awarded Franchisee of the Year

Travis Hibbert of Donatos Pizza in Knoxville is awarded Franchisee of the Year by the International Franchise Association for his outstanding leadership and innovation.

The International Franchise Association (IFA) recognized 109 individuals with its 2023 Franchisee of the Year awards.

John Villon and Nilo Quiroz, owners of three PuroClean locations, recognized as 2023 Franchisee of the Year by the International Franchise Association.

The National Labor Relations Board issues its final rule expanding joint employment between franchisors and franchisees, sparking concerns about the impact on franchise business owners.

Nicholas Brand of Men In Kilts has been awarded Franchisee of the Year by the International Franchise Association, for his outstanding performance and contributions to the franchise industry.

Pete and Barbra Muller are named Franchisees of the Year by the International Franchise Association for their work with Tint World.

Brian Whalen of Perspire Sauna Studio named IFA's Franchisee of the Year for being an outstanding franchise establishment owner-operator.

Matias Puga Hamilton, master franchisee of School of Rock in Latin America, is named a 2023 Franchisee of the Year by the International Franchise Association.

Reena Patel of The Lash Lounge is awarded Franchisee of the Year by the International Franchise Association for her outstanding performance and contributions.

John Barber of SpeedPro was awarded Franchisee of the Year by the International Franchise Association for being an outstanding franchise establishment owner-operator.

The International Franchise Association named Lisa Marie Swiatkowski and Andrew Ray as Franchisees of the Year for their outstanding work owning and operating BrightStar Care franchises.

The International Franchise Association named The Lethbridge Family of Kitchen Tune-Up Fredericksburg & Stafford as Franchisee of the Year for being an outstanding franchise establishment owner-operator.

Pamela Resser, owner of British Swim School Bay Area, received the Franchisee of the Year Award from the International Franchise Association.

Tiffiny Consoli of Pool Scouts has been awarded Franchisee of the Year by the International Franchise Association for being an outstanding franchise establishment owner-operator.

Today, GYMGUYZ announced that Shannon Sevor, franchise owner of GYMGUYZ Silicon Valley, has been named a Franchisee of the Year by the International Franchise Association (IFA).