The recently released 2024 International Franchise Association (IFA) Franchisee Survey, conducted by FRANdata, sheds light on the current economic landscape for franchised businesses. And while signs of moderating...
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Joel Libava
The International Franchise Association Just Got Better
In my opinion, it’s the best thing that’s happened to the International Franchise Association (IFA) in a long, long time. “It,” being the resignation of the head of the IFA, Steve...
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Franchise Owners: Increasing The Minimum Wage Will Increase Your Profits
I knew what side of the minimum-wage issue the IFA’s Steve Caldiera would be on. The wrong side. As usual. Keep reading…especially if you’re a franchise owner. IFA Minimum-Wage Prediction During a phone...
“Shut Up, Joel”
Joanie is my favorite sister-in-law. I’m kind of amazed that it’s taken her 20 years or so to say “Shut up, Joel” But, I’m cool with it. She’s still my favorite. Lots of people have told me to shut up over the years...
Franchise News: Government #Shutdown Means No Franchise Expansion
Washington, DC– International Franchise Association (IFA) members must be up in arms over two things right now: The government shutdown IFA executives who don’t get it Read why… Government #Shutdown Means...
Why is Bill O’Reilly Speaking at The 2012 International Franchise Association’s Convention?
It’s just a harmless little question. I’m just a curious guy. Republican campaign contributions are in red. Democratic contributions are blue. The chart above is courtesy of...
The IFA Shows Some Class
I’ve been known to hammer the International Franchise Association for what I feel are worst practices, occasionally. Whether it’s their pretty darn obvious political leanings, or the sizable fees that...
