It’s too bad Robert Cresanti, president and CEO of The International Franchise Association (IFA) is stepping down March 31st. Why? Because he’s not Stephen J. Caldeira, the former head of the IFA. A guy who...
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Joel LibavaThe 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...
Franchise Scams: Franchising Is A Scam
Franchising is just a big-old scam. With a capital “S.” Are you surprised to see a statement like that coming from me? The Franchise King®? After all, I’m the guy who for years has been 100% focused on providing useful...
“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...
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...
