Sixteen years ago, Jerry Akers didn’t know anything about hair or cosmetology. But what they did know was that they were ready for a new career path and help change lives. Jerry is a local business owner, and he is Open for Opportunity.

Franchising is open for opportunity.

“We’re Open” means something different today on Main Street. Times have changed—our communities need more from us as local businesses, leaders, and job creators. That is who we are. IFA members and franchise owners ARE those local business creators driving America’s economic recovery.

Together, we are Open for Opportunity.