FranBlog

By and For the Franchise Community

Our FranBlog includes the best of franchise success stories from around the world. These personal accounts help you learn directly from the collective experiences of IFA’s franchise community.

Choose from a list of topics and read personal stories of challenge and success. Pick up helpful tips on franchising. Get marketing ideas for small business. Explore and discover the franchise community from within the franchise community.

FranBlog

Little State, Big Franchising Opportunities in Connecticut

Every year, the International Franchise Association publishes a comprehensive report highlighting the economic impact franchising has on the US economy. Our data for 2017 showed that there are 733,000 franchise establishments that support nearly 7.6

April 27, 2018

Franchise Opportunities

News Round-Up

People and News: April 24

In Memoriam: Karen Spencer

On April 12, Karen Spencer, a loyal and committed IFA member, friend, mentor and inspiration to so many in the franchise community, passed away following a seven-and-a-half-year battle with breast cancer. Karen prou

April 24, 2018

News Round-Up

Franchising World

Franchisee Friday - CMIT Solutions Inc.

Our #FranchiseeFriday is Shirley Peterson of CMIT Solutions of Fort Worth Downtown! She said she loves franchising because she "feels the support of the corporate office to elevate my technology business to a higher level."
For more about franchisin

April 20, 2018

Franchise Opportunities

News Round-Up

10 Benefits of Operating Your Own Home-Based Business

Being an entrepreneur is hard work, and many people are afraid to take the leap. However, the rewards of building a successful company can be enormous—here are 10 reasons why starting a home-based business is a great idea.

1. Flexible Work Schedul

April 17, 2018

News Round-Up

Franchisee Friday - Digital Doc

Our #FranchiseeFriday is Rob McCabe, who owns Digital Doc! He said, "As a franchisee, it’s great to have a network of other franchisees to lean on and work with to solve common problems."
For more about franchising with Digital Doc, click here.

April 17, 2018

Franchise Opportunities

News Round-Up

People on the Move and Franchising News

Latest happenings from around the Franchising World for the week of April 16.

People on the Move

Gerry Henley, executive Vice President of Office Pride Commercial Cleaning Services has been appointed Titus Center for Franchising Advisory B

April 17, 2018

News Round-Up

Franchising World