Our Team

We are here for you. A current of passion and expertise runs through the IFA team, from the Board to leadership to staff. Meet the team dedicated to enhancing the values and driving the vision forward for the franchising community.

IFA Board of Directors — The IFA Board of Directors manages the operations and affairs of the International Franchise Association. Comprised of up to 75 members of the Association, the Board represents all aspects of the franchise industry—from franchisees to franchisors to suppliers—and actively works alongside the dedicated IFA staff to pursue the mission of the Association and the priorities of the franchise industry. 

Use the “Filter By” function below to explore the list of the IFA Board of Directors, the IFA Executive Committee, and the IFA staff.

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Emily George, CFE

Director, Membership Recruitment & Retention, International Franchise Association

Erica Farage

SVP, Advocacy and Political Affairs, International Franchise Association

Haider Murtaza, CFE

Senior Director, Federal Government Relations, International Franchise Association

Heather Bartlow

Senior Director, Head of Creative, International Franchise Association

Jade Newton

Marketing Coordinator, International Franchise Association

Jeanine Littrel, CMP, CFE

VP, Event Design and Planning, International Franchise Association

Jeff Hanscom

SVP, State and Local Government Relations, International Franchise Association

Jennifer Travis

Sales Coordinator, Sponsorship & Exhibits, International Franchise Association

Jillian Scott

VP, Foundation Strategy & Development, International Franchise Association

Kate Sanborn

Digital & Social Marketing Manager, International Franchise Association

Katelyn Russell, CMP, CFE

Director, Event & Partner Operations, International Franchise Association

Katherine Knight Patterson

VP, Communications, International Franchise Association

Lauren Smith, CFE

Manager, Advertising & Sales, International Franchise Association

Lea Simmons, CFE

LMS Product Manager, International Franchise Association

Lynette James, CFE

Senior Director, Sponsorships & Exhibits, International Franchise Association

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