Meet Our Preferred Vendors
Our Preferred Vendors are trusted partners who bring exceptional products, services, and expertise to the franchising community. As part of the International Franchise Association’s (IFA) Preferred Vendor Program, these industry-leading suppliers have been recognized for their commitment to supporting franchisors, franchisees, and the broader franchise ecosystem.
Through their participation in this exclusive program, our Preferred Vendors gain unparalleled access to IFA members, offering innovative solutions that help businesses thrive. From cutting-edge technology and marketing strategies to financial services and operational support, these vendors play a crucial role in strengthening and advancing the franchise model.
By working with an IFA Preferred Vendor, you are choosing a partner that understands the unique needs of the franchising industry and is dedicated to driving success. Explore our network of trusted suppliers and discover how they can help take your franchise to the next level.
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Interested in Becoming a Preferred Vendor?
Becoming a Preferred Vendor with the International Franchise Association (IFA) offers unmatched opportunities for suppliers to elevate their presence within the franchising community. As a Preferred Vendor, your brand gains exclusive access to a network of franchisors, franchisees, and industry leaders, allowing you to build valuable relationships and showcase your expertise. This partnership also provides unparalleled visibility through IFA events, marketing initiatives, and tailored sponsorship opportunities, ensuring your business stands out in a competitive market. By aligning with the IFA, you demonstrate your commitment to the franchising community and position yourself as a trusted resource for its members.
For the IFA, the Preferred Vendor Program enhances collaboration within the franchising industry by connecting members with best-in-class suppliers who share the association’s mission to enhance, promote, and protect the franchise model. Vendors contribute to the success of IFA’s initiatives while providing members with valuable tools, services, and insights tailored to the unique needs of the franchising industry. Together, the IFA and its Preferred Vendors create a collaborative partnership that drives innovation, fosters growth, and strengthens the franchising community as a whole.
Join a network of elite suppliers and gain direct access to the franchising community. To learn more about the benefits and opportunities of the IFA Preferred Vendor Program, contact Sheila Fischer at sfischer@franchise.org.
AnswerConnect
Partnership to Support IFA Members in Live Answering Services
AnswerConnect is an industry leader in live reception services, offering complete support for your entire franchise system—whether it’s franchise development or individual franchisees. Available 24/7/365, AnswerConnect expertly handles calls, sets appointments, qualifies leads, transfers calls, integrates with CRMs, and much more. Let AnswerConnect work in your business, so you can focus on growing it.
Benetrends
Partnership to Support IFA Members in Franchise Funding Solutions
As the authority in franchise funding, Benetrends has been funding America’s most popular brands for 40 years. Benetrends’ innovative and comprehensive suite of funding solutions not only helps franchisees successfully launch their dreams, but also helps catapult growth of franchise systems.
Constant Contact
Partnership to Support IFA Members in Email Marketing Services
Constant Contact simplifies digital marketing for franchisors with an all-in-one platform for email, social, landing pages, and more. Whether you’re an emerging franchise or an established system, our platform empowers franchisors to decide how much control to maintain at the top while giving franchisees the flexibility they need for local marketing success. Our powerful tools ensure brand consistency across the organization, provide franchisees with user-friendly resources, and support growth at every level.
Backed by cutting-edge technology, best-in-class deliverability, and award-winning customer support, Constant Contact simplifies marketing, saving time while driving better results. Choose a platform designed to grow with your franchise—and built to deliver success.
Paychex
Partnership to Support IFA Members in Payroll Solutions Provider
Paychex is proud to be a Preferred Partner of the IFA. Paychex is a leading provider of integrated human capital management solutions for payroll, benefits, human resources, and insurance services. We’re a digitally driven HR leader on a mission to help franchise businesses succeed by making complex challenges brilliantly simple. Our unique combination of digital HR technology and advisory services meets the changing needs of employers—helping them to attract and retain talent, offer affordable benefits, and improve engagement. The Paychex franchise support experts can help yield positive results for your HR issues, like hiring and compliance. Learn more by visiting Booth 801 at the IFA Convention.
Scorpion
Partnership to Support IFA Members in Localized Digital Marketing Efforts
Scorpion is the leader in helping franchises succeed by focusing on what truly matters—driving revenue. Our digital marketing solutions support your network every step of the way, helping tell your story online, attract more of the right customers, and turn those opportunities into measurable results. www.scorpion.co/ifa