Category: Economy

Did a Crisis Just Prove How Well the Franchise Restaurant Model Works?

By Greg Cory

While COVID brought many industries to a standstill, it is clear that those in the hospitality industry were dramatically impacted. However, franchise restaurants fared significantly better than independent operators. In the aftermath of the immediate crisis, let’s look at the wins for the franchise community that prove just how well the franchise restaurant model works when the industry is turned upside down by a pandemic.

Andy Ray with BrightStar Care from Gilbert/Mesa AZ speaks with Congressional leaders about challenging tax and labor provisions in Reconciliation Bill

By Greg Cory

As Congress continues to mold and decide on a reconciliation bill Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy held a roundtable discussion on Tuesday afternoon. IFA member Andy Ray with BrightStar Care from Gilbert/Mesa AZ area was present to represent and explain the negative impacts the bill would have on the franchise business model.

Franchise Economy

By Greg Cory

With research conducted by PwC, and polling data powered by Morning Consult, IFA launched Franchise Economy to educate policymakers and the public on the economic benefits of franchising across America. From national-level data to the smallest Congressional districts on the map, you can view the economics of franchising, including the number of establishments, jobs supported, payroll, output, and GDP in your own community.

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