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Celebree School CEO Richard Huffman discusses the American Franchise Act

A White House official underscored Trump administration support for the American Franchise Act, speaking at the International Franchise Association’s 2026 Advocacy Summit in Washington, D.C.

If fall is around the corner, so too is the 2025 IFA Advocacy Summit.

Fitness industry leaders gather in DC for PHIT Act passage

Are you aware that in 2026, the estate tax credit will drastically drop from $13.6 million to $5 million per individual?

One thing is certain in the world of political uncertainty: Franchisee engagement is essential to successful policy outcomes.

MittGroup achieves record Q1 performance, with the highest quarterly revenue in the company’s history, amidst rising energy prices and inflation.

Stephen Hightower, CEO of Hightowers Petroleum Company, has been invited to attend the Communities in Action: Building a Better Ohio event at the White House.

The Vitamin Shoppe is offering a free protein bar or healthy snack to anyone with a documented flu vaccine shot in a national 'Snax for Vax' campaign to support healthy communities during flu season.

Last week, the attorney generals of 24 states sent a letter to President Biden saying they will pursue “every available legal option” to prevent the White House’s proposed worker vaccination mandate.

The Biden administration's vaccine mandate may affect two-thirds of the American workforce, including many franchise brands.

Chipotle offered a buy-one-get-one-free promotion in support of the National Month of Action for Vaccinations.

Panera Bread offered free bagels to vaccinated individuals in support of the National Month of Action for Vaccinations.

President Joe Biden’s White House publishes the ‘National Strategy For The COVID-19 Response and Pandemic Preparedness,’ with implications for restaurants and franchisors.

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Georgia begins to reopen as COVID-19 cases increase statewide, with non-essential businesses such as salons, barbershops, and gyms reopening for the first time since April 3.

The CARES Act may not provide sufficient relief for small businesses, including franchise locations, due to its complexities and limitations.

The $2 trillion economic stimulus package includes provisions aimed at reviving the restaurant industry, which has been hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic.

The White House approved a $2 trillion stimulus package to support the US economy during the coronavirus pandemic.

IHG CEO Keith Barr reports 'fantastic results' in China, with record signings and openings, and approaching 400 hotels in the country.

The White House announced a program to widen the scope of apprenticeship and skills training programs.

President Trump hinted at a reciprocal tax, which could affect U.S. businesses and consumers.

The Senate passed the GOP tax reform bill in a 51-49 vote, with one Republican voting against it.

The author reflects on the opportunities and challenges of 2017 from a business perspective, citing a shift towards a tailwind.