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Choose from a list of topics. Select curated content that explores what’s important to the franchise community - franchise and small business news, small business trends, advice from franchise experts, valuable insight and resources from IFA Toolkits, and engaging articles from IFA’s franchise magazine Franchising World.

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Unifying the Global Message of Franchising

While the U.S. ecosystem for franchising is robust, the systems and support networks for the business model vary from nation to nation. Yet, the threats are similar. IFA works to bolster its deep government relations experience with strong partners, including World Franchise Council member associations and the U.S. government.
International

Who Are the Active Players in Europe?

Although franchising had a late start in Europe compared to the Americas, Asia and the Mid-East, it is now a common and well-received business practice.
International

No Pain No Gain

Going global will be difficult, but the rewards can be substantial. Everyone’s talking about expanding internationally. It’s all over the news and friends in the industry are proudly announcing their own successes. “Going global” seems like the thing to do! But are you really ready?
International

Earning Five Stars

Franchises that want to be in front of customers and build a positive customer experience should make online review management a primary marketing strategy.
Marketing