
IFA: Catherine Monson Elected Secretary of the International Franchise Association
Catherine Monson, CEO and President of FASTSIGNS International, elected Secretary of the International Franchise Association.
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Catherine Monson, CEO and President of FASTSIGNS International, elected Secretary of the International Franchise Association.

Franchising faces increased scrutiny, with International Franchise Association Chairman Aziz Hashim warning of the need to change the narrative.

IFA Chairman Aziz Hashim emphasized the importance of unit-level economics for franchisors to succeed.

The franchising industry faces challenges as the National Labor Relations Board introduces a new joint employer law, potentially changing the way local franchisees hire and manage employees.

FranConnection conference sparks interaction and idea generation for franchising industry.

Franchisors need to adapt to meet the demands of multi-unit franchisees, who require different levels of support compared to single operators.

Aziz Hashim discusses his goals and advice for single-unit franchisees interested in multi-brand or multi-unit ownership.

Melanie Bergeron becomes Chairwoman of the International Franchise Association, a prominent figure in the franchise industry.

Susan Beth has been a franchisor, multi-unit franchisee, and founder of three franchise-related businesses by age 35.

1851 Franchise lists 25 young franchisors to watch in 2016.

NRD Capital acquired Frisch's Big Boy and plans to expand the restaurant chain with new menu items and initiatives.

The concept of franchising was introduced to the U.S in the early 1850s and picked up in the late 1930s with the advent of fast food restaurants.

Aziz Hashim, founder of NRD Capital, operates over 60 units with Popeyes, Checkers/Rally's, and Petvalu, and gives back to the industry through volunteer efforts.

Aziz Hashim is a high-profile multi-unit franchisee operating over 60 units with Popeyes, Checkers/Rally's, and Petvalu, and the founder of NRD Capital.

The article highlights 10 movers and shakers in franchising, including McDonald's and its CEO Don Thompson, but lacks specific details about the industry.

NRD Capital appoints a long-time franchise executive as operating partner