The official account of the International Franchise Association, representing over 1,400 franchise brands and 832,000 franchise small businesses nationwide.
Today’s rule from #NLRB brings clarity and common sense to joint employer standards. Good news for 733,000 local franchise business owners who can more confidently invest in local economies, hire more employees, and strengthen their communities. bit.ly/2Vxnmld
EXCITING NEWS! Serial entrepreneur @garyvee will be speaking during #IFA2019. Gary Vaynerchuk is a 5-time New York Times bestselling author, named on both Crain's and Fortune's 40 under 40 list, and more! Don't miss out- sign up today. bit.ly/2p0cFpA
Don't miss the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to join a Master Class with @garyvee during #IFA2019! Space is limited — Once you've registered at franchise.org/convention, email IFA's Jesse Baker at jbaker@franchise.org to secure your spot.
BREAKING: In a bipartisan vote, the U.S. House passed a Congressional Review Act resolution overturning the @NLRB expanded joint employer rule. Led by Congressman @JohnJamesMI, the CRA passed 206-177. Read More: franchise.org/media-center/p…
The #PROAct is one of the most anti-small business pieces of legislation in history, especially for franchises, which generate opportunity in every town across America in particular for underrepresented communities. Americans do not want this job-crushing bill. #SOTU
Thanks @SenMcSallyAZ for talking to Arizona franchise small business owners about coronavirus relief and recovery today. Arizona’s 14,500 franchises and their employees appreciate her work on their behalf in the Senate!
The IFA announced today that Matt Haller has been appointed to President & CEO of the association. Haller will work with the IFA Board, the Foundation and lead the IFA staff to move forward together to tackle one of the most important times in the franchising industry’s history.
🚨BREAKING🚨: IFA Calls on Congress to Reject @NLRB's Joint Employer Rule. This rule reduces the independence of franchise business owners, diminishes franchisees’ equity in their businesses, and forces franchisors to offer less support. Read more: bit.ly/40dAvij
The #franchise community has made a commitment to U.S. veterans by providing business opportunities and support in pursuing those opportunities. Read more in "Putting Heroes First," by Gordon Logan
franchise.org/putting-heroes…
MITcon Packing List:
- Work shoes ✔️
- Phone charger ✔️
- Laptop ✔️
- AWAY luggage ⁉️
Let us know what’s on your #MITcon packing list for a chance to win @away luggage during the conference!
IFA strongly urges the U.S. Senate to oppose the nomination of David Weil. At a time when we are counting on small businesses to rebuild our economy, we ask all senators to reject this flawed nomination and protect local businesses & their workers. franchise.org/media-center/p…
.@matthewhaller welcomes opportunity seekers and the franchise community to the 2023 International Franchise Expo in NYC with @MFVExpositions. The world’s largest franchise expo with hundreds of brands present and countless opportunities. Stop by at the Javits Center!
Welcome to the stage, Chris Kempczinkski! “Franchising provides an on ramp to entrepreneurship and generational wealth, particularly for first time homeowners and underrepresented groups that typically face greater barriers to starting and growing successful businesses.” #IFA2023
Happening TOMORROW: IFA will release its 2022 Franchising Economic Outlook, showing the impact of franchising on the U.S. economic recovery – jobs created, new businesses opened, output generated and more. Stay tuned for the full findings.
Want to win $$$ during #IFA2019? Take a selfie!
Step 1: Snap one in Vegas, post it on Instagram, Facebook or Twitter with the hashtags #IFA2019 & #FranSnap.
Step 2: The 3 best photos will win a $25 gift card and a shout-out on IFA's social media!
Just Announced: @MayorJohnsonSAV , the 67th Mayor of the City of Savannah, GA will join #IFA2021 on Feb. 17 to discuss how he’s handling the coronavirus pandemic in his city, plus his insider account of navigating vaccine rollouts and business reopenings. franchise.org/convention
This vote shows that small businesses are tired of overregulation and policies that make it harder to provide for their employees and grow their business. IFA is proud of our members who made their voice heard to protect the franchise business model.
A huge THANK YOU to all our IFA 2021, speakers, sponsors, exhibitors, roundtable facilitators and mentors, and every participant who joined us. We look forward to IFA’s 2022 Convention – February 26-March 1, 2022 in San Diego, CA!
That’s a wrap! Thank you to all of the attendees, speakers, exhibitors and staff for a wonderful few days in beautiful San Diego. The countdown is on to #IFA2023 - see you in Las Vegas! #IFA2022
Congratulations to the 174 Certified Franchise Executives graduates of 2023! This shows your commitment to the highest standard of learning and is taking the business model to new levels. #IFA2023
IFA's @matthewhaller recently joined a small business stakeholder lunch with @GOPMajorityWhip and members of @HouseSmallBiz. IFA had the chance to highlight the many policy issues facing franchising, such as joint employer, @FTC Franchise Rule, and Julie Su's @USDOL nomination.
.@BurgerKing franchise owner Marianela Aran speaks with Miguel Otero with @MarioDB at her location in Doral about her community impact, PPP access and the power of support from a franchise brand like Restaurant Brands International. #OpenforOpportunity
"@POTUS claims to be a champion for small businesses, but today he turned his back on franchising, a business model that’s done more to put countless Americans into small business ownership, particular for traditionally underrepresented minorities, women and veterans. The Administration has solidified its position that it cares more about special interests than small business owners and their employees, who face a near-daily onslaught of costs and uncertainties from the Biden Administration’s regulatory assault.” - @matthewhaller#SmallBusinessWeek
Read IFA's full statement on President Biden's veto of H.J. Res. 98 to overturn #jointemployer: franchise.org/media-center/p…
Thank you to everyone who came out for the North Texas Franchise Business Network event - an evening with the Texas franchising community at the Cavanaugh Flight Museum! Great conversation about developments in franchising in 2022 and what the outlook for 2023 brings.
𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐮𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 and it is packed with valuable insights for emerging franchisors. Articles cover topics such as comprehensive planning, PR, philanthropy, and #growth strategies. Experts share their insights on building a strong #brand, becoming a best-in-class #franchisor, and navigating the challenges of the industry. Don't miss out on these essential #tips and strategies. 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐮𝐞 𝐭𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲: bit.ly/Sept2024FranchisingWo…
𝑨𝒓𝒆 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒂𝒏 𝑬𝒎𝒆𝒓𝒈𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑭𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒉𝒊𝒔𝒐𝒓? Register today for the 2024 Emerging Franchisor Conference Nov 18-20 in Austin, Texas : bit.ly/2024EmergingFranchiso…#Magazine#EmergingFranchisor#EFCgoBIG#Franchising#Publication#Texas#Austin#Media
Thank you @SenatorTimScott for your work to bring "stability, security, clarity and flexibility to America’s workforce and small business owners," with the Employee Rights Act of 2022, a sharp contrast to the #PROAct. wsj.com/articles/time-for-a-…
Hear from San Diego Dunkin Donuts franchisee Tali Burton and International Franchise Association President and CEO Matt Haller about the impact local business owners have on the San Diego community. San Diego is #OpenforOpportunitybit.ly/3vl1LOw
IFA President & CEO @matthewhaller will testify before a key U.S. House subcommittee TOMORROW on Wed. Dec. 13. He'll discuss the opportunities provided by franchising & the perils of the @NLRB's newly issued #jointemployer rule.
WATCH LIVE at 10:15AM ET: piped.video/@EdWorkforceCmte…
This morning IFA CEO @matthewhaller spoke to more than 2.000 franchise owners & executives at the @AuthorityBrnds Annual Meeting. Matt shared how IFA helps to protect, enhance and promote Authority Brands and the greater franchise ecosystem in the United States & around the world
Abby Schmidt of @Paychex says we can do better to educate about franchising. "When people drive down the street and see a logo, they often think that's a corporately owners business - and it's not. That's a small business, and that's owned by someone locally in their community."
Great morning speaking about franchising with the visiting Qatari business delegation. Thank you @QatarEmbassyUSA, @MEC_QATAR and H.E. Sheikh Ahmed bin Jassim Al Thani for hosting us!
The IFA Board of Directors holds their first meeting of the 2023 year at #IFA2023 discussing critical issues facing the business model and the way the organization is working to protect, enhance, and promote franchising.