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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,…

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

With the 119th Congress underway, the International Franchise Association (IFA) released its 2025 policy priorities aimed at protecting, enhancing, and promoting the franchise business model as a key component of small business growth now and into the future.

The Titus Center for Franchising at Palm Beach Atlantic University (PBAU) in West Palm Beach, Florida, announced that 14 new member companies representing seventeen individual members have recently joined its advisory bo

The Titus Center for Franchising Advisory Board approaches 100 member companies, supporting franchise education through mentorship and internships.

In formal comments to the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) reopened Request for Information (RFI) on franchisor practices and franchise agreements, the International Franchise Association (IFA) urged the FTC to respect t

The International Franchise Association (IFA) announced the election of 16 new franchise professionals to serve on its board of directors.

The International Franchise Association (IFA) partners with Fortem International to launch the largest franchise exhibition ever held, the IFA World Franchise Show.

The International Franchise Association (IFA) joined a coalition lawsuit in the Western District of Texas, Waco Division, taking aim at the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), a regulatory agency of the U.S.

The Spanish Franchise Association (AEF) celebrated the winners of its 3rd annual National Franchise Awards on April 15 at a gala at the Hotel InterContinental Madrid.

As 2024 is underway, many of us have been tackling the goals we set for the year to come.

The International Franchise Association has released policy recommendations to strengthen the franchise model and improve outcomes in franchising.

The International Franchise Association launched the Franchise Ascension Initiative, a six-month accelerator program for underrepresented communities.

IFA Vice Chair Mary Kennedy Thompson testifies before Congress on the effect of alternative areas of financing on small businesses, especially franchisors and franchisees.

The International Franchise Association (IFA) awards its highest honors to people who’ve contributed to the growth of franchising and the service to their communities.

The Spanish Franchise Association published a study on the presence of women in management and senior management positions in franchising companies and networks of franchised establishments.

Gagnon, who joins with seven other new directors, will take her position at the 2024 IFA Annual Convention in February.

The IFA and other business advocacy groups join forces to challenge the new joint employer rule, alleging violations of the National Labor Relations Act and the Administrative Procedure Act.

IFA launches a multi-pronged campaign to combat the NLRB's joint employer rule, which threatens the franchise business model.

With the franchise model facing unprecedented regulatory challenges at the federal and state level, the International Franchise Association (IFA) announced the formation of the IFA Law Center.

MFV Expositions expands its franchise expo lineup for 2024, connecting entrepreneurs nationwide with motivated franchise brands.

The International Franchise Association (IFA) recently announced a new initiative: the Philip Zeidman Franchising Internship Program and Fund.

The Spanish Franchise Association rebranded to give franchisees a greater voice, with franchisees now eligible for membership.

Spanish Franchise Association rebrands as Asociación Española de la Franquicia, welcoming franchisees as members.