The International Franchise Association (IFA) has announced a groundbreaking partnership with event organizer Fortem International to host the IFA World Franchise Show—the largest franchise exhibition ever. Scheduled for May 9-10, 2025, the event will take place at the Miami Beach Convention Center in Florida, bringing together hundreds of franchise brands …

As Halloween nears, fast-food franchises are rolling out festive specials, freebies, and discounts to get customers in the spooky spirit. With over 70% of Americans ready to celebrate, these promotions promise a treat-filled boost for restaurants. Here’s a look at the Halloween deals and limited-time menu items for 2024. Applebee’s …

Each October, millions come together to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month, promoting awareness and funding for breast cancer research. This disease impacts over 2.3 million women worldwide, with 1 in 8 women in the U.S. facing it in their lifetimes. Franchise brands join this cause by partnering with organizations like …

The fast-food giant McDonald is embracing the chicken craze by reinventing its iconic Big Mac with a crispy twist. This Thursday, McDonald’s will debut the Chicken Big Mac in U.S. locations, swapping its classic beef patties for crispy chicken—a move that has already proven popular in the U.K. and Ireland. …

The word “neighborly” means friendly and helpful—qualities that Neighborly, the world’s largest home services company, proudly embodies. Dedicated to enhancing lives through dependable home services, Neighborly has become a go-to for homeowners seeking everything from plumbing and electrical work to landscaping and home maintenance. The company ensures a positive customer …

California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed Senate Bill 919 into law, introducing new franchise sales disclosure requirements that will apply to third-party franchise sellers, including franchise brokers, broker networks, and franchise sales organizations. Set to take effect in July 2026, the law is seen as a significant step toward increasing …

The International Franchise Professionals Group (IFPG) has once again been named the No. 1 franchise broker organization on Entrepreneur‘s prestigious Top Franchise Suppliers list, marking the sixth consecutive year it has earned this distinction. Featured in the September/October issue of Entrepreneur magazine and online, this recognition highlights the crucial role …

By Funmi Bajulaiye, OETE, President ACR Global  Franchising is a relatively new concept in Africa and the Middle East. It is exciting to see a distinguished body like National Franchise Saudi Arabia bring together investors, franchisors, and franchisees from all over the world who understand the franchising market. We at ACR …

October is here, and along with Halloween, Oktoberfest, and other notable events, it’s also time to celebrate one of the world’s most beloved foods—pizza! National Pizza Month, established in October 1984 by Gerry Durnell, a pizza shop owner and publisher of Pizza Today magazine, has grown into a national celebration …

To mark the 25th anniversary of SpongeBob SquarePants, Wendy’s is rolling out a limited-time menu inspired by the beloved children’s show, bringing nostalgic flair to fans across the globe. Known for its iconic square burger patties, Wendy’s “Krabby Patty Kollab” is a nod to one of pop culture’s most famous …