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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.

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Franchise Associations Worldwide

The World Franchise Council is an entity that unites franchise associations from across the globe. As a member of the World Franchise Council, IFA only recognizes franchise associations that are part of the Council.

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Gaining Cultural Intelligence

Cross-cultural negotiation for franchises.

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Legal Landscape: Mexico

What franchisors should know about doing business in Mexico.

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International Franchisees: Taking Flight Across Borders

This winning scenario can help domestic franchisees and international growth-oriented franchisors to work together.

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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.

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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.

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