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The official account of the International Franchise Association, representing over 1,400 franchise brands and 832,000 franchise small businesses nationwide.

[IFA @Franchising411]

Franchise employers want to offer competitive retirement benefits, but uncertainty and litigation risk can stand in the way.

That's why IFA supports the DOL's proposed rule to provide clarity, expand retirement investment options, and help more workers save for retirement. ⬇️ https://t.co/RKOcyA6dTJ

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IFA is proud to endorse @VoteTimmons and @TeamJoeWilson ahead of tomorrow's North Carolina primary elections for their commitment to supporting the state's 30,000 franchised businesses. https://t.co/51TIHyC3tO

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IFA is proud to endorse @fedorchak4ND, ahead of tomorrow's primary elections in North Dakota. Thank you for dedication to serving and protecting local franchised businesses. https://t.co/51TIHyC3tO

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Ahead of Nevada's primary elections, IFA is proud to endorse @StevenHorsford and @SusieLeeNV, as "Friends of Franchising" for being a champion of local franchised businesses. https://t.co/51TIHyC3tO

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Ahead of Maine's primary elections, IFA is proud to endorse @SenSusanCollins. Thank you for your dedication to protecting and promoting the growth of Maine's local franchise community. https://t.co/51TIHyC3tO

[IFA @Franchising411]

It's not just a pizza shop. It's a dream.

It's not just a hotel. It's a family's legacy.

It's not just a franchise. It's a local business creating jobs, investing in communities, and helping entrepreneurs build something of their own.

That's what #FranchiseMeansLocal is all about.

@PapaJohns @TSmoothieCafe @dunkindonuts @ZiebartUSA @Marriott @i9Sports @AromaJoesCoffee @mysalonsuite @SportClips @jimmyjohns @woofies_pets @littlecaesars

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Sam’s franchisee journey with Zo’s Good Burger began with a job as a dishwasher and led to him becoming the owner of his own franchise based in Royal Oak, MI.

Joining Sam are Youtubers Sean and Cory from @No6WithCheese – who are highlighting the story of a local business owner while trying amazing food.

Watch the video here: https://t.co/UglhJH07l3

[IFA @Franchising411]

🌎 World Franchise Day is June 10! Join the global franchise community in celebrating the people and businesses that make franchising thrive.

How to participate:
🔹 Download the World Franchise Day logo: https://t.co/lqtud1VYUD
🔹 Use #WorldFranchiseDay
🔹 Celebrate the franchisees, franchisors, and suppliers making an impact in communities around the world

Let's come together to recognize the strength, innovation, and impact of franchising.

[IFA @Franchising411]

The American Franchise Act now has 125 bipartisan cosponsors and growing. Momentum is building — but advocacy remains essential. In this week’s Franchise Policy Pulse, we break down where the legislation stands, what’s next, and why franchise leaders’ voices matter in getting this bill across the finish line. 🎥 Watch now — and make plans to join us in Washington this September for the IFA Advocacy Summit. Register: https://t.co/SiNUCwm5vE

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Ahead of Iowa's primary elections, IFA is proud to endorse @hinsonashley and @NunnForCongress. Thank you for your commitment to ensuring the growth and protection of franchised businesses across the state. https://t.co/51TIHyCBjm

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IFA is proud to endorse 3 bipartisan candidates ahead of New Jersey's primary elections. Thank you to @Josh4Jersey, Rep. Jeff Van Drew, and Rep. Chris Smith for being a champion for local franchise businesses. https://t.co/51TIHyCBjm

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Ahead of tomorrow's primary elections, IFA is proud to endorse @PeteAguilar, @AmiBeraMD, @voteloucorrea, Rep. Jim Costa, @AdamGrayCA, @JoshHarder, @KevinKileyCA, @JimmyPanetta, @ScottPetersSD, and @dgvaladao -naming them "Friends of Franchising" for their dedication to protecting and promoting California's 76,500+ franchised businesses. https://t.co/VOt4UlvF4A

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Help shape the future of franchising at the IFA26 Advocacy Summit | Sept. 14–16 | Washington, D.C. The franchise community is coming together on Capitol Hill with one unified message: pass the American Franchise Act. This event turns real business stories into lasting policy change.

No experience needed — just your voice and your story. Franchise leaders nationwide are stepping up to strengthen the future of franchising. Join them🔗 Register today: https://t.co/SiNUCwmDlc

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Thank you to @IBAevents and @Franchising411 for organizing this year's IBA/IFA Joint Conference, where Jennifer Shayko joined fellow panellists for the session, “Pre-contract: There Is So Much More Than Just The Franchise Agreement.”

Learn about Jennifer: https://t.co/8mezZS9avb

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📰@kidfinesse writes @Entrepreneur on @TheEconomist's feature on franchising, as a "quiet" path for entrepreneurs to achieve the American Dream. At a time when business is increasingly being automated, the franchise business model is still creating strong interpersonal relationships and an opportunity to build something of your own. Read more on the tremendous impact franchising, with insights from @matthewhaller and a behind-the-scenes look at the success story of franchisee Greg Flynn. https://t.co/773OFlbSsr

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Rashmi and her husband didn’t come from franchising or business ownership — they came from academia and corporate careers.

Today, they’re building opportunity not just for their family, but for others, too. One 19-year-old esthetician they mentored quadrupled her business in just 3 months.

It’s not just @mysalonsuite. It’s her @mysalonsuite. Salon Suite. #FranchiseMeansLocal

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ICYMI: New Issue of Franchising World Now Available! 👉 Read the full issue: https://t.co/YKhqEnhInm

Responsible franchising is no longer just a conversation—it’s a commitment shaping how franchise systems evolve, operate, and grow.

The May/June issue of Franchising World takes a closer look at what it means to embed accountability, transparency, and sustainability at every level of a franchise system. From legal frameworks to leadership strategy, this issue explores how responsible practices are shaping trust, alignment, performance, and culture across franchising.

Featured Articles:
🔹 Evolve: IFA Legal Symposium Focuses on Progress and Innovation —Nina Greene, @VenableLLP

🔹What Is Responsible Franchising? — Chris Walls, @Go_Minis

🔹Creative Without Chaos: How Legal and Marketing Can Partner to Strengthen Franchise Brands — Maral Kilejian, @haynesboone

🔹IFA Announces Franchise Research & Insights Center — Kerry Pipes, @franupdatemedia

🔹The Guardrail Gap: Is the Current Franchise Legal Framework Keeping Up With the Speed of Evolution? — Michael Joblove, @VenableLLP, Norman Leon, @DLA_Piper, and Robert Zarco, @ZarcoLaw

🔹Raising the Standard: How Responsible Franchising Looks Today — AJ Titus, @ufgcorp

🔹Industry Spotlight: Health and Wellness — Khadija Cochinwala, @FRANdata

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Our visitors come to meet brands face-to-face, ask questions directly, and get a real feel for the people behind the franchise.

Be part of the conversation and join franchise brands involved in #IFA26: https://t.co/Vz2xnCFtMI 💜

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When franchise legal leaders, executives, and operators get in the same room, real conversations happen about the issues impacting franchising today. IFA Legal is where franchise teams come together to stay ahead of the latest developments — from FTC enforcement and joint employer developments to AI, compliance, litigation, and franchise relationships.

Hear the key takeaways from franchise attorneys and industry leaders who experienced IFA26 Legal firsthand, and why they return year after year. These are the conversations shaping what comes next for the franchise community.

Thank you to everyone who joined us in Washington, D.C. and made IFA26 Legal such a valuable few days for franchising.

▶️ Save the date: IFA27 Legal returns May 2–4, 2027.