The IFA Foundation is funding 15 Certified Franchise Executive (CFE) scholarships for IFA members, each worth up to $6,000 in coursework and credits. Applications are open through January 3. bit.ly/CFEScholarship2027

Yesterday, @repjohnnyo, co-sponsor of the American Franchise Act and franchise champion, joined Maryland's franchise community for a conversation in Nottingham. The event gave local franchise owners a chance to hear directly from one of their members of Congress, raise issues affecting their businesses, and share their perspectives directly with their representative. Thank you, Rep. Olszewski, for your continued support of franchised businesses across Maryland and your dedication to your constituents!

Choose to be in the room. You will need a notebook. Only at IFA26 Emerging Franchisor Conference, Nov. 16–18 in Nashville. Register: bit.ly/efc26-x – at Nashville, TN

Evolution changes the shape of a thing. Elevation changes where it stands. The franchise industry comes together once a year at #IFA27. Registration is OPEN. Early Bird franchisor savings through Dec. 11: Members: $224 | Non-members: $499 🔗bit.ly/IFA27-X – at Las Vegas, NV

IFA President and CEO @matthewhaller joined College HUNKS co-founder Nick Friedman on @hunkstalkinjunk to discuss what drives success in franchising, the importance of local franchise businesses, and the American Franchise Act. 🎧 Listen: open.spotify.com/episode/5Cq…

For Perry Ciambella, caring for others is personal. After struggling to find quality care for his own parents, Perry turned that experience into a thriving @FirstLightCare business that now employs 375+ people and serves families across Buffalo. Congratulations to our 2026 IFA Franchisee of the Year!

IFA27 Convention. Higher value. Same Standard. What's new at #IFA27Convention? ✅ Three full days of programming ✅ Flexible 2-day passes ✅ New VIP experience ✅ More hotel options More ways to learn, connect, and elevate. Feb. 22–24 | Las Vegas | Register: bit.ly/IFA27-X – at Las Vegas, NV

Thinking about becoming your own boss? You do not need a business plan to start exploring. Join Pathways to Franchising in Albany on November 9 to discover your options, meet experts, and take a first step toward ownership. Register: bit.ly/PathwaystoFranchising…

The people you wish you could call are in the room at #IFA26Emerging. AI. Tech. Founder leadership. Hiring. Expansion. Recruiting. Growth paths. Meet the leaders who have navigated the decisions facing your brand. 👇Register: bit.ly/efc26-x – at Nashville, TN

At #IFA26Advocacy, franchisors and franchisees from across the country made their voices heard on Capitol Hill — with many speaking to their local media outlets about the power of franchising, the opportunities it creates in local communities, and why the American Francise Act will establish long-overdue certainty that would protect local franchises for the long term. Watch what they had to say:

"You are going to be with your people." — Larisa Walega, CFE, IFA Board Member, @ZiebartUSA, IFA member for 17 years. Meet yours at IFA26 Emerging, the conference for emerging franchisors, Nov. 16–18 in Nashville: bit.ly/efc26-x – at Nashville, TN

Calling all the Maryland franchise community! Meet @RepJohnnyO, an IFA Franchise Champion and American Franchise Act co-sponsor, on October 26 in Nottingham, MD. Share your story. Ask questions. Connect with Maryland franchise leaders. Register: forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/… – at Baltimore, MD

Why do franchise leaders keep coming back to IFA Emerging? Because they use what they learn. Kris Stuart brings lessons back to his brand. Larisa Walega comes back for the connections. Practical ideas. Real relationships. A room worth returning to. 📍 Nashville | Nov. 16–18 | bit.ly/efc26-x – at Nashville, TN

A large share of a rocket's fuel is spent in the first minutes of the climb. Rising is hardest at the start. IFA27 is the push. February 22-24, Las Vegas. 🔗Register: bit.ly/IFA27-X – at Las Vegas, NV