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.

Our Team

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Makenzie Mullinax

Coordinator, Government Relations, International Franchise Association

Margaret Nerrow

Coordinator of Political and Advocacy, International Franchise Association

Matthew Kagel

Director of State & Local Government Relations, International Franchise Association

Morgan Spiro

Executive Assistant to the CEO, International Franchise Association

Paul Calkins Jr., CFE

Manager, Government Relations, International Franchise Association

Paul Rocchio, CFE

SVP, Development & Member Services, International Franchise Association

Sandie Curtis, CFE, IPMA-SCP, JMT

Vice President, Education, International Franchise Association

Sara Williamson

Senior Director, Technology & Digital Operations, International Franchise Association

Sarah Davies

VP, Government Relations and General Counsel | Executive Director of The Law Center, International Franchise Association

Sarah Eldredge, CPA

Senior Director, Controller, International Franchise Association

Sheila Fischer, CFE

Senior Vice President of Sales. International Franchise Association

Sydni Konohia, CFE

Manager, Member Services & Recruitment, International Franchise Association

Wendy Kunz

Director of Veteran Programs, International Franchise Association

Zack Kirshner

Manager, Membership Recruitment & Retention, International Franchise Association

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