Franchise Voice

Aug 30 2024 36 ep. 25 mins 3
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Franchise Voice: The International Franchise Association Podcast delivers top trends and news from the world of franchising to franchise leaders and opportunity seekers. Hear about the success stories and proven business strategies that illustrate why franchising represents one of the most dynamic and widely used growth strategies in the modern era.

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Episode 36: Franchise Advocacy Summit 2024

Aug 30 2024 25 mins  
IFA’s SVP of Government Relations and Public Affairs Michael Layman joins the podcast from the DNC Convention in Chicago. Michael shares ideas on what to expect at the upcoming IFA Advocacy Summit in DC September 9 – 11 including relationship-building for the future with our representatives. We’re positioning Franchising for a big 2025 including tax reforms for small busines

Episode 35: IFA Board Members Discuss Tax Issues for Franchisees

Jun 10 2024 17 mins  
Welcome to THE podcast from the International Franchise Association: Franchise Voice. Today we’re speaking with IFA President and CEO Matt Haller and IFA Board member / multi-unit franchise owner Rob Branca. This conversation was recorded live at the IFA’s Summer Board Meeting in Nashville with host Jack Monson. Matt and Rob share updates on several tax and financial issues

Episode 34: The Franchise Ascension Initiative

May 06 2024 18 mins  
The Franchise Ascension Initiative, a six-month accelerator program aimed at preparing qualified individuals from underrepresented communities with education, mentorship, resources, and guidance in accessing capital to maximize the opportunity for success through a career in franchise ownership. On today's podcast, we will speak with the visionary of The Franchise Ascension In

Episode 33: Franchise Leaders at IFA Part 3

Mar 11 2024 23 mins  
Today we're wrapping up our series recorded live at IFA 2024 with the winners of the Entrepreneur of the Year Award: Nick Friedman and Omar Soliman of College HUNKS Hauling Junk and Moving. Nick and Omar discuss their thoughts on the award, the evolution they've seen in 20 years in franchising, and what they want to share with the next generation of business leaders. We

Episode 32: Franchise Leaders at IFA Part 2

Mar 04 2024 35 mins  
Today on Franchise Voice, Jack Monson hosts another in our special series of shows recorded live at the IFA 2024 Convention. We’ll speak with some of the top leaders in franchising including Tamra Kennedy of Taco John’s, Dr Kathleen Gosser and her students from the University of Louisville, and Tony Valle of Clear Summit Group! We’re discussing the theme of Franchise Smarte

Episode 31: Franchise Leaders at IFA 2024 Part 1

Feb 26 2024 30 mins  
Why is Franchising so important to your community and to the next generation of business leaders? On this special edition of Franchise Voice, host Jack Monson speaks with some of the top leaders in franchising live at IFA 2024! Catherine Monson, CEO of Propelled Brands, has just won the IFA Hall of Fame Award. Catherine shares her thoughts on the hall of famers who came before a

Episode 30: IFA Team Pre-Convention Podcast

Feb 14 2024 15 mins  
IFA President and CEO Matt Haller leads a conversation with IFA team members Emily George and Sandie Curtis on the eve of The IFA 2024 Convention! The group shares ideas on how to make the most of your event, tips on networking, and how to find the takeaways to help grow your frnachise system! For more info or to register, please visit The IFA Convention site today!Special Guests:

Episode 29: The current state of Franchise Lead Generation

Feb 05 2024 28 mins  
On today’s episode of Franchise Voice, we’re talking about why lead generation is critical in franchising. First up: Graham Weihmiller, Chairman and CEO of BNI, the world's largest business networking organization. Graham shares thoughts on why networking is a crucial aspect of the franchising mode, how you can maximize your networking opportunities, and how to get started

Episode 28: Franchise Community Update

Jan 02 2024 19 mins  
Matt Haller, President & CEO of The IFA, shares his experience testifying in front of Congress last month on behalf of the Franchise community how you can participate with the Franchise Action Network in early 2024 in multiple locations. Matt also gives us a preview of the IFA Annual Convention Feb 17 – 20 in Phoenix and the event’s theme is Franchise Smarter Next, Richie

Episode 27: Update on Joint Employer

Oct 27 2023 19 mins  
We have a major change in the federal government’s Joint Employer policy. Senior Vice President of Government Relations and Public Affairs Michael Layman walks us through the changes from the NLRB, the wide open and harmful Joint Employer standard, and where this fight will go next. Also on today’s show, a spotlight on supplier member Proposify. CEO Kyle Racki shares ideas on