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Menu price inflation hit 41-year high, and the world is still recovering from the pandemic, with mask mandates being lifted across the US.

Franchise brands cut ties with Russia and join Ukraine relief efforts, taking a stand against the ongoing conflict.

Franchisors exceeding goals are highlighted in the 2022 Annual Franchise Development Report, which provides insights into recruitment and development practices, budgets, and strategies.

Service Brand Franchisees are honored by the IFA for their excellence as operators, and others contribute to help Ukraine, with Assisted Living Locators owner named an IFA Franchisee of the Year.

Sprout Social published an article in early March on 8 social media trends to watch in 2022.

49% of brands used brokers in 2022, paying $20,000 commission.

Service brands reported strong 2021 results and continued to expand in early 2022.

Consumer Marketing News, Views, and Reviews: February 2022, featuring news and trends in the franchise consumer marketing industry.

International franchise deals continue across the globe in early 2022, with 9 companies finalizing plans for development in Asia and other regions.

We’ve selected some highlights from Bill Edwards’ biweekly Global Business Newsletter (#49, Feb.

Franchisees continue to expand and anticipate opening new units in 2022, despite challenges from inflation and supply chain issues.

The 2022 AFDR highlights trends and recognizes excellence in the franchising industry, providing insights into recruitment and development practices, budgets, and strategies.

Service brands continue to appeal across the board, with sectors such as home maintenance, child care, automotive, and senior care expanding in 2022.

Franchisors track costs per lead and sale at lower rates.

Service brands continue to appeal in 2022, with sectors such as home maintenance, child care, automotive, lodging, construction, fitness, health, and senior care expanding despite the pandemic.

The monthly news roundup for franchise consumer marketers includes predictions for 2022 and various industry trends.

The 2021 Annual Franchise Marketing Report highlighted the top challenges faced by franchise marketers, including the ongoing pandemic and competitive market.

Ace Hardware expands globally despite the Covid-19 pandemic, opening its first store in Monterrey, Mexico, and planning 13 additional stores in the country by the end of 2022.

Euromonitor International publishes its annual report on top 10 global consumer trends for 2022, available in multiple languages.

Franchises are expanding and looking forward to opening new units in 2022, despite the challenges posed by the Omicron variant and accompanying surge in Covid cases.

Franchisors spent 23% of digital budget on advertising portals in 2020.

A report from Smartly.io and WBR Insights provides perspective on global social advertising trends in 2022, highlighting the importance of B2C advertising strategy and tactics.

The 2021 Annual Franchise Marketing Report provides franchise consumer marketers with valuable data and analysis to benchmark their performance and improve marketing efforts.

The Franchise Innovation Awards recognize the top innovators in franchising, with a focus on innovative ideas, strategies, and tactics.