IFA has been named one of the top trade associations in Washington, D.C., by APCO this year - ranking number ONE in member mobilization, coalition building, and bipartisanship! This is a significant honor showing not only the work of the IFA team, but the engagement of our members to collectively protect, enhance, and promote the franchise business model on the national stage. IFA was selected by APCO, a leading nonpartisan public affairs firm, among the 50 top associations in D.C. from an independent survey of hundreds of policy leaders including congressional staff, executive branch officials and private sector executives on the effectiveness of associations' public policy advocacy efforts. Read more on this recognition: https://bit.ly/4dGpEmm
International Franchise Association
Non-profit Organizations
Washington, DC 29,406 followers
We protect, promote and enhance franchising.
About us
Celebrating more than 60 years of excellence, education and advocacy, the International Franchise Association is the world’s oldest and largest organization representing franchising worldwide. The IFA’s mission is to protect, enhance and promote franchising through government relations, public relations and educational programs. IFA members operate under the highest standards and include franchise companies in more than 120 different business format categories, individual franchisees and companies that support the industry in marketing, law and business development.
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http://www.franchise.org
External link for International Franchise Association
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- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, DC
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- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1960
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Primary
1900 K Street, N.W.
Suite 700
Washington, DC 20006, US
Employees at International Franchise Association
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William (Bill) Edwards, CFE
International business challenges solver / District Export Council Chair / U.S. Trade Advisor / Author / Newsletter Publisher / Mentor / Global…
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Todd Watson
General Counsel, Chief Legal Officer at Marco's Pizza
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John Teza
CEO at Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa
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Will you be joining us at #FLDC24? There is still time to register yourself - or encourage that friend who's still thinking about it - to join us October 16-18 in #Atlanta. Register today: bit.ly/RegisterTodayFLDC #Franchise #Franchising #Growth #AI #Leadership Franchise Update Media
We've got the cure for Franchise FOMO! We're here to help you avoid "fear of missing out" symptoms experienced by not attending franchising's top growth event of the year, #FLDC24. It's NEXT WEEK you guys! We get it - it's a busy time of the year with a lot going on. But as we've locked in our incredible agenda AND diverse, expert speakers, we're sure you don't want to miss this one. Just in time for your annual planning, you'll experience incredible speakers sharing new ideas on using AI, leading teams to better results, strategies for smarter decision making and much more! There's still time to register yourself - or encourage that friend who's still thinking about it - to join us October 16-18 for the franchising growth event of the year. Link in comments. International Franchise Association
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𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲 𝐭𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝! ➡ 𝐕𝐢𝐞𝐰 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞: https://bit.ly/4eH8HJH If you win you get to accept the award in Austin, TX, with recognition from IFA at the Emerging Franchisor Conference. Let the franchise community see you as a contender and use the platform to reach even more potential franchisees. 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐄𝐅𝐂 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲: https://lnkd.in/ecRBWTjr The International Franchise Association is looking for emerging franchisors with less than 10 years in the game who are making a 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬. 𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞: Submit your information package to 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬@𝐟𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐬𝐞.𝐨𝐫𝐠 by the close of business on October 28, 2024. FranConnect is 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐫 the first Emerging Franchisor Award! #EFCgoBIG #emergingfranchisor #FranchiseGrowth #Franchising #IFA #Franchisor #BusinessGrowth #AustinBusiness #Sponsor #Franconnect #EmergingFranchisorAward Alan Catlett, CFE, Jeanine Littrel, CMP, CFE, Sheila Fischer, CFE, Lynette James
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Check out the recent profile of IFA President and CEO Matthew Haller, featured as a "Power Player" in Franchise Consultant Magazine. Spending much of his career as a passionate #advocate for the franchise business model, Matt discusses the importance of #franchising, his vision for #IFA, and why we need to continue spreading the message of the power of the business model to change lives and communities. Check out the full piece to learn more about IFA's recent efforts to serve our members and support the critical work they do to create opportunities around the country. 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐍𝐨𝐰: https://lnkd.in/eyqKHTRP #FranchiseBusinessModel #Leadership #SmallBusiness #IFPG #FranchiseConsultantMagazine #Magazine International Franchise Association Foundation International Franchise Professionals Group - IFPG
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📅 Tuesday, October 15 ⏰ 1:00 pm ET ➡ 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐍𝐨𝐰: https://lnkd.in/gaAz2b8G Unlock the power of 360-degree reporting and watch your revenue soar! Join Scorpion's Chief Revenue Officer, and VP of Strategic Sales, alongside a successful Mr. Rooter® Plumbing Franchisee, as they reveal game-changing strategies to maximize your leads and profits. Discover how decoding your #marketing's true impact can transform customer engagement and propel your #business to new heights. Don't miss this opportunity to revolutionize your #marketing and skyrocket your network's growth. 𝐒𝐏𝐄𝐀𝐊𝐄𝐑𝐒: Jamie Adams, Chief Revenue Officer, Scorpion Gabriella Ferrara, VP of Strategic Sales, Scorpion Saunda McDaniel , CFE, Mr. Rooter® Plumbing #Franchisee #Revenue #Leads #DigitalMarketing #BusinessGrowth #Franchising #Franchise
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𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐨𝐟𝐟 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: 𝐖𝐡𝐨 𝐃𝐨 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐒𝐞𝐞 𝐈𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐢𝐠 𝐆𝐚𝐦𝐞? IFA is hosting the Big Game in Las Vegas on Sunday, February 9, 2025. Cheer on your favorites with 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 at this end-of-season blowout. Get your tickets to the Big Game Watch Party when you register for 𝐈𝐅𝐀 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 ➡ 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲: https://lnkd.in/es4Vu8-k Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino #LasVegas #Convention #IFACON2025 #TeamZor #TeamZee #TeamSup #Franchising #Community Matthew Haller, Jennifer Brandeen, Alan Catlett, CFE, Jeanine Littrel, CMP, CFE, Anna Kittleson, Sheila Fischer, CFE
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𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐅𝐀 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐮𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭? Long time member that needs a refresh? Join IFA Staff as we share how we promote, protect, and enhance our members through programs like CFE, Franship, member hosted regional events, and so much more! 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐍𝐨𝐰: https://lnkd.in/eQmnk4jW This month, we'll be highlighting the International Franchise Association Foundation! Our Foundation team will discuss the tools and programs available to our members that help #strengthen, amplify and #advocate for the #franchise community. We are honored to have you as a part of the IFA #community, and don't forget to come ready with any questions you have! #IFA #Member #Franchising #Foundation #Webinar #MembershipBenefits #FranShip #CFE
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📢 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐚𝐲: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐓𝐂 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐲𝐨𝐮! ➡ https://lnkd.in/eZqJAV95 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐜𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐤, you can let the FTC know why #franchising has been essential to your #business story, the people you serve, and the economy as a whole. Your input is essential to providing a balanced perspective to the FTC and protecting the future of franchising. Want to learn more? Background information is available here: https://lnkd.in/eRXF2Bzw #Franchise #ShareYourStory #Franchisor #Franchisee #Supplier #FranchiseBusinessModel IFA Supplier Forum, IFA Franchisor Forum, Women’s Franchise Committee of IFA, Hispanic Latino Franchise Leadership Council (HLFLC), Black Franchise Leadership Council, VetFran Matthew Haller, Jennifer Brandeen, Michael Layman, Erica Farage, Katherine Knight Patterson
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𝐋𝐞𝐭'𝐬 𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐤 𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐞𝐱𝐚𝐬: At this year’s Emerging Franchising Conference, IFA President and CEO Matthew Haller will take the stage with IFA members for “𝐋𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩,” an informative town hall about growing and protecting an emerging brand, including the importance of Responsible Franchising from the start. Hear words of wisdom from those with decades of experience in franchising and what these executives would do starting their brand over today. This session will include a town hall-style Q&A, so come ready with your questions. 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐣𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐮𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐄𝐅𝐂: https://lnkd.in/ecRBWTjr Moderator: Matthew Haller, President & CEO, IFA Speaker: Steve Hockett, CEO, Great Clips Inc. Shane Franson-Evans, CFE, Co-Founder & CEO, Massage Heights Sam G. Ballas, CFE, CCIM, President & CEO, East Coast Wings + Grill 𝐆𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐑𝐨𝐛𝐢𝐧𝐬, President, Supercuts: The G & C Robins Family of Hair Stylists #EFCGoBig #EFC #EFC2024 #ResponsibleFranchising #FranchiseGrowth #EmergingFranchisor #IFA #Franchising #Leadership Alan Catlett, CFE, Jeanine Littrel, CMP, CFE, Sheila Fischer, CFE
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Join us tomorrow, October 10 at 1:00 - 1:45 pm ET for a 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐖𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐁𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐚𝐲𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 Demo Dive-In sponsored by Flywire 🌐 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲: https://lnkd.in/ev2Hy68j When your brand expands globally, collecting franchise payments can be complex, costly and strain franchisee relationships. Discover how Flywire can transform your #global payments #strategy with fast, secure and #local payments that elevate your brand so you can focus on strategic #growth and stop worrying about payments. SPEAKERS Greg Leven, Senior Vice President, International Business at Flywire Chris Jordan, Director, Solutions at Flywire Chris Couch, Regional VP, B2B at Flywire #Demo #Webinar #Payments #FlyWire #Business #Franchise #Franchisee Sheila Fischer, CFE