Franchising World

Partners in prosperity: 44th Annual Franchise Convention.

International Francise Association 2004 Convention Preview - Calendar

State of franchising 2004: leadership makes the difference.

In This Issue

Franchising welcomes 2004 ringing in the New Year! Franchising World asked several IFA leaders to evaluate the overall state of the franchise sector as we ring in the New Year.

The state of franchising: leadership makes the difference - Interview

Leaders of franchising: the International Franchise Association board of directors and executive committee nominees.

The state of franchising: leadership makes the difference

Newly-elected board members to take office.

The state of franchising: leadership makes the difference - International Franchise Association

Former President George H.W. Bush and Mrs. Bush to headline IFA's 44th annual convention!(Special Edition of the Convention Insider) (International Franchise Association) (Brief Article)

The Women's Franchise Committee (WFC): spearheading the growth and development of women in franchising.

The state of franchising: leadership makes the difference

Minorities committee launches five-year strategic plan.

The state of franchising: leadership makes the difference - International Franchise Association

Lou Brown: bringing precision tune back to the basics: from $20 million in debt to a profit of $11 million in three years, Lou Brown helps franchised company turn around.

The state of franchising: leadership makes the difference

Dixonweb & Sleepeck Printing Company.

Spotlight

TARGUSinfo[R] helps Jenny Craig overcome complex store locator needs.

Franchising sector to congress: new accounting standards a threat to small business: Wendy's franchisee Pete Salg takes message to Capitol Hill.

Government Relations - Related article: IFA picks John Gay to lead government relations.

Piper Rudnick.

Spotlight

Corporate governance: something for everyone: implementing and maintaining an effective compliance program requires the full, if not enthusiastic, support of a company's leaders.

Legal Developments

New developments in electronic disclosure: Good news? Bad news? Comforting news for disclosure policy?

Legal Developments

Cost segregation: a money-saving oppportunity: how can a parking lot help a company save money on taxes? When is carpeting considered personal property? What is the difference between electrical systems serving the building and electrical systems serving kitchen equipment?

Management & Operations

Rethinking recruitment.

Franchise Solutions[R]

For the stout-hearted and well-heeled, opportunities abound overseas.

International Development

North of the border: bringing a brand into the United States requires a hands-on approach.

International Development

Business in Baghdad? Franchising has a strong future in the country's rebuilding, says one expert.

International Development

Franchising China 2003 reflects nation's business interests.

Brief Article

Marketing for growth: how to create a great international advertising program: there is no magic bullet to create an effective international advertising program.

International development

Generating leads at franchise expos: generating leads at an exposition takes careful preparation and planning.

Lead Generation

A dozen years ago who knew the name PostNet? How the 'Super Bowl of Franchising' helped a new franchisor gain credibility.

Lead Generation - International Franchise Expo

Veterans franchise initiative gains momentum: inspired by the late Don Dwyer, VetFran was originally launched during the Gulf War.

VetFran - International Franchise Association

Fate unleashed: executive says goodbye to Wall Street, hello to franchising.

Trends

There are no longer independent technology investments ... just investments.

Technology

Burger King Corp.

Nish Kankiwala, Peter C. Smith appointed - Brief Article

Captain D.

Michael Folks appointed - Brief Article

Carvel Corp.

Joseph F. Miles promoted - Brief Article