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IFA’s information hub provides resources designed to keep you informed on the latest franchise thought leadership.

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.

Information Hub

Get Engaged and Educated with IFA

Calling all franchise suppliers: get engaged and educated about the benefits of an IFA membership through the IFA Supplier Forum Advisory Board. Get the most out of your membership by participating in advocacy events, the CFE program webinars and other initiatives that can help boost your franchise’s bottom line.

People, News & Events

Combat the Revolving Door: 5 Signs You're Driving Away Top Talent

When franchisors lead by example by setting the right culture for employees and recruit franchisees to align with similar core values who will implement best practices within their independently-owned locations.

Franchise Relations

Apprenticeships: Great for America’s Youth, Great for Small Business

Vocational training programs and apprenticeships create well-defined pathways to success. This approach to career advancement is gathering momentum in industries across the U.S.

Government Relations

Venezuela: The Challenge of Advocacy in a Collapsing Country

Despite the obstacles created by frequent protests and an unstable political situation, both the President and CEO of the Venezuelan Chamber of Franchises, or Profranquicias, continue to champion the interests of franchise businesses in the South American nation.

International

Exclusive: Q&A with Rep. Bobby Rush

During a busy week in which a U.S. House Committee introduced legislation to fix joint employer, Rep. Bobby Rush (D-IL.) sat down with IFA President and CEO Robert Cresanti, CFE, for an exclusive interview about his support of small business, apprenticeship programs, and the impact of franchising on local communities.

Government Relations

The Importance of Franchise Relations When Private Equity is Looking to Invest

An investment from a private equity firm can be incredibly valuable in accelerating the growth of an emerging concept or re-igniting a more mature franchise brand.

Franchise Relations