The International Franchise Association (IFA) today released the following statement supporting the bipartisan COVID-19 relief proposal unveiled today in Congress:

“This bipartisan proposal is a strong framework for small business relief that Congress can and should pass before the holidays,” said Matt Haller, IFA Senior Vice President of Government Relations and Public Affairs.

LONGMONT, COLO. (December 3, 2020) –Look out Colorado Springs, Ziggi’s Coffee (www.ZiggisCoffee.com) is coming in hot. After growing the brand throughout the Northern Colorado region and beyond, the Longmont, Colorado-based franchise has signed an agreement to bring additional units to Colorado Springs.

The International Franchise Association (IFA), along with 96 business groups, today sent a letter to Congress encouraging swift passage of legislation that would allow small businesses a second draw on Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans, ensure PPP tax deductibility, and provide forgiveness for the smallest PPP borrowers.

IFA BOARD OF DIRECTORS EXTENDS CATHERINE MONSON AND LEADERSHIP TEAM’S TERM FOR SECOND YEAR
IFA Foundation Board of Trustees Also Announces Extension of Officer Terms through 2021

The International Franchise Association (IFA) today announced that Robert Cresanti, President and Chief Executive Officer, has informed the Board of Directors that he will step down from his position at the end of his contract on March 31, 2021.

LONGMONT, COLO. (November 17, 2020) –The latest franchise owners of Ziggi’s Coffee (www.ZiggisCoffee.com), business partners Dian Mangalapallil and S. Peri, have signed an agreement to open a location in Thornton, Colorado, as they seek to diversify their portfolio