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The International Franchise Association calls on Congress to pass the American Franchise Act to protect small businesses and their employees.
Schooley Mitchell, a consulting franchise opportunity, offers a pathway to stability and fulfillment for corporate professionals, with a low franchise fee and minimal startup costs.
The International Franchise Association named 16 new franchise leaders elected to serve on its Board of Directors in 2027.
IFPG Retreat 2026 gathers franchise professionals for networking and education
IFA awards 130 bipartisan Members of Congress with Franchise Champion Award
During a keynote address at the International Franchise Association’s 2026 Advocacy Summit, Vince Haley, the White House Director of Domestic Policy Council, announced the full support of the Trump Administration…
The International Franchise Association is pushing for the American Franchise Act, a bill that would set a single federal standard for joint employer status, at Capitol Hill.
The International Franchise Association (IFA) today named 89 individuals as 2026 Franchisees of the Year for being outstanding franchise owners with excellence in entrepreneurship, community outreach, workforce development, and service to others.
The International Franchise Association (IFA), along with the Mexican Franchise Association (AMF) and the Canadian Franchise Association (CFA), signed a historic Trilateral Cooperation Agreement establishing a permanent
Combined, the three associations represent more than one million franchise establishments, 6,600 brands, and 500 million consumers across North America.
The International Franchise Association (IFA) endorsed bipartisan candidates in 14 states in conjunction with their July and August primary elections.
The International Franchise Association (IFA) endorsed bipartisan candidates in 14 states in conjunction with their July and August primary elections.
The International Franchise Association (IFA) applauded the U.S.
“America’s local franchise owners deserve certainty, and today Congress is one step closer to providing it,” said Michael Layman, IFA Chief Advocacy Officer.
The International Franchise Association (IFA) issued the following statement endorsing the bipartisan legislation, Common Cents Act (H.R.
The International Franchise Association (IFA) today issued a statement endorsing the bipartisan Common Cents Act (H.R.
The International Franchise Association (IFA), through its IFA Law Center, submitted comments responding to the U.S.
The International Franchise Association (IFA) today endorsed bipartisan candidates ahead of their June primary elections, applauding their leadership on pro-business policies supporting America’s locally owned franchise small businesses.
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The International Franchise Association endorsed bipartisan candidates ahead of their May primary elections, applauding their leadership on pro-business policies supporting America's locally owned franchise small businesses.
"The Trump Administration's joint employer rule provides a clear and commonsense approach for America’s 832,000 franchised businesses to operate and grow,” said Matt Haller, IFA President and CEO.
The International Franchise Association’s Dot and Hub tools will help members access relevant information quickly.
WASHINGTON, D.C.–Today, the International Franchise Association (IFA) issued the following statement marking the April 15 tax filing deadline:
The International Franchise Association (IFA) today issued a statement applauding the nomination of James Macy to serve on the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB).