Matt Haller — page 5

Matt Haller, president and CEO of the International Franchisee Association, and Jennifer Brandeen, the organization's COO, recently appeared on the FranchiseU!

IFA predicts 2025 will be a big year for franchising

Georgia is expected to lead all 50 states in franchise development in 2025, with a projected 2,152 new franchise businesses and a 6.7% growth rate.

The International Franchise Association (IFA) has formally completed a transaction to acquire Franchise Update Media (FUM), a leading event and media company in the franchise sector for nearly 40 years,…

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.

IFA and Franchise Update Media merge to form a powerhouse organization.

In Star Wars: A New Hope , Obi Wan Kenobi feels a disturbance in the Force.

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.

It's been one year since the implementation of California's Assembly Bill 1228 (AB 1228) that unilaterally increased the minimum wage for quick-service restaurants by 25% overnight.

Stephen and Richelle McCabe named 2024 Franchisee of the Year

International Franchise Association applauds Lori Chavez-DeRemer’s confirmation as U.S. Secretary of Labor.

Golden Corral announced today that long-time, multi-unit business owner Dave Gronewoller has been awarded Franchisee of the Year by the International Franchise Association (IFA).

Dr. Anthony Tran, a multi-unit franchisee for The Joint Chiropractic, has been recognized as the International Franchise Association's 2024 Franchisee of the Year, exemplifying entrepreneurial excellence and community involvement.

The International Franchise Association (IFA) has honored Peter McCormick and his partner Alex Zega with its prestigious Franchisee of the Year award.

John Breton, owner of Pool Scouts of McKinney and Northeast DFW, has been named Franchisee of the Year at the Internal Franchise Association's Annual Conference.

“Franchisees of the Year represent the very best of franchising,” said Matt Haller, president and CEO of the International Franchise Association.

Dr. Anthony Tran named Franchisee of the Year by IFA

Originally a master auto technician, Chew’s career took an unexpected yet transformative turn in 1990 when he was offered the opportunity to open a Pizza Factory franchise in Susanville, California.

Marco's Pizza announces multi-unit franchisee partner, Robert Pina, as the recipient of the International Franchise Association's prestigious Franchisee of the Year Award.

The Franchisee of the Year awards honor top franchise owners from IFA member brands who demonstrate exceptional performance and make significant contributions to strengthening, advancing, and advocating for the franchise business model.

IFA honors Susan and Ronnie Morris as 2024 Franchisees of the Year.

The International Franchise Association (IFA) today announced it will award the 2024 Bonny LeVine Award to Dawn Kane, co-founder and CEO of Hot Dish Advertising, a Minnesota-based full-service advertising agency serving the franchise community.

Michelle and Richard Lee named IFA Franchisees of the Year