Franchise Appreciation Day
IFA's Public Affairs Conference
September 14-17, 2008 JW Marriott Hotel Washington, DC  Thanks to FAD's Founding Sponsor:
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The most important event you'll attend all year to protect and strengthen your Come to Washington, D.C. this September to help your policymakers understand how their decisions affect your ability to operate a successful franchise business. Don’t let the trial lawyers, unions and bureaucrats have the last – or only – word with your Members of Congress. Registration is now open for IFA’s 9th Annual Franchise Appreciation Day (FAD), September 15-16, at the JW Marriott in Washington, DC. FAD is your opportunity to voice your opinion on the public policy issues affecting franchising and your livelihood. Last year, more than 530 franchise executives heard from lawmakers and policy experts and attendees then went to Capitol Hill and relayed their personal stories…and Members of Congress listened! Anyone on the Hill will tell you -- the weight of a constituent’s words is greater than the weight of any lobbyist. Members of Congress need to know the real-world affects of their lawmaking on you -- their constituents. We will get you ready for your meetings, providing you with guidance on how to conduct an effective discussion with your Members of Congress. We will arrange the meetings for you on Capitol Hill. All you have to do is join us and get engaged in the fight to protect your business. Our keynote speaker is Paul Begala, one of America’s top political strategist. During lunch on Tuesday, he will present unique insite and dissect the 2008 presidential candidates, their platforms adn what it will really take to win the election. From the White House's Situation Room to CNN's news program of the same name, Mr. Begala's experience gives him an unmatched perspective on politics and the media – which he’ll share with you this September.
Thanks to  Committee Members!! In conjunction with FAD, we will hold several committee, task force and board meetings on September 14, 15 and 17. Please click here to view our complete schedule of events to learn when your meeting(s) will be held.
Don’t miss this important opportunity to make a difference. Be an advocate for franchising. For questions, contact IFA at 202/628-8000
HOTEL INFORMATION All sessions with the exception of Capitol Hill visits and our Congressional Reception will be held at the JW Marriott located in the heart of downtown Washington. For more information about the JW Marriott, visit www.marriott.com. If you have not already done so, please contact the JW Marriott at 1-800-266-9432 for room reservations by August 22. Ask for the IFA negotiated group rate of $268 per night. September is an extremely busy time in our nations’ capitol so we encourage you to make your reservations immediately.
Future dates and locations are: 2009 - September 13-16 ** JW Marriott ** Washington, DC |
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