IFA Webinars

Elimination of the SBA Franchise Directory got you concerned?

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Elimination of the SBA Franchise Directory got you concerned? Join this IFA webinar panel of experts from Government Relations, funding brokers, lenders and industry experts to hear about what we know and can expect moving forward. Whether you are a Fran Dev professional, Finance professional or work day to day with franchisees on their operational and expansion plans, attend this important webinar to learn more.

CFE Welcome Webinar for New and Prospective CFE Candidates - April

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Are you new to the Certified Franchise Executive (CFE) program or interested in joining, but unsure where to start? Join us for a 60-minute intro session to discuss the onboarding process and CFE program requirements.

*To receive CFE credits for attending this webinar, please register using the email address associated with your IFA account.

Leading With Allyship During Pride Month: A Panel With IFA’s Pride Leadership Council

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Meet members of the IFA’s Pride Leadership Council and discuss how to integrate pride initiatives and support your LGBTQ+ teams and clients.  Learn important terms, pink-washing, and how to create a positive localized and globalized impact in your franchise communities.  Franchise systems will be able to leverage this session to cultivate excellence in diversity practices in your recruitment, in your brands' identity and culture, and in your leadership development.

IFA Marketing and Innovation Committee Virtual Roundtable - April

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The International Franchise Association's Marketing & Innovation Executive Committee invites you to join a Marketing Virtual Workshop on April, 26 2023 from 12:00 - 1:30 pm ET.

We will gather virtually to discuss trending topics:

1. Upgrading your tech stack

2. Franchisor Brand Fund - right and wrong

Please join marketing leaders from many great franchise brands for an afternoon of sharing solutions to today's biggest marketing challenges.

Highlighting Heroes in the Workforce: Why Franchising can be the Right Choice for Veterans

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Within the VetFran community, it’s widely understood that Veterans make ideal franchise owners. Dedication, perseverance, and discipline imparted by years of military service combined with the entrepreneurial spirit of those veterans seeking franchise opportunities makes for a perfect combination, and franchisors know it. That is why VetFran members commit to not only hiring Veterans but to also offer discounts on franchise fees for service members.

2023 Franchising Economic Outlook Report – Member Briefing

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Join IFA members for an exclusive briefing on 2023 Franchising Economic Outlook on Tuesday, April 4, from 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm ET. Sponsored by PandoLogic, all IFA members are encouraged to join and learn about the state of franchising; unit- and job-growth; and, the economic impact franchising has in each state. As a significant driver of economic growth, the report provides key insights to the state of the U.S. economy, trends in business, and challenges facing small business owners.