Franchise Voice
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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March 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 (https://www.linkedin.com/in/collegehunkshaulingjunk/) and Omar Soliman (https://www.linkedin.com/in/omar-soliman-8119791/) 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 wi...
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March 4, 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 Smarter and what each of these individuals would like to tell th...
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February 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 and those will lead franchising in the next generation...
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February 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 (https://www.franchise.org/convention) today!
Special Guests: Emily Geor...
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February 5, 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!
Next, Jamie Izaks, President of All Points Public Relation...
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January 2, 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 Huffman, CEO of Celebree School shares ideas on how a franc...
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October 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 getting control of your sales process and trends with s...
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October 17, 2023 • 20 mins
Today we're celebrating Emerging Franchises on Franchise Voice, the only podcast from The International Franchise Association (https://www.franchise.org) with your host, Jack Monson (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackmonson/).
First up, Matt Haller (https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewhaller/), President and CEO of the IFA, discusses why networking at this early stage of your franchise’s business is the most critical.
Next, Meg Rober...
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October 5, 2023 • 20 mins
IFA President and CEO Matt Haller shares updates from coast to coast including the negotiations on the recent legislation passed in California that has removed the existential threat to franchising. Plus, Tara Richards of Paychex joins the podcast with updates on new retirement manadates and using 401(k) plans to attract and retain top talent in franchise sytems. Special Guest: Matt Haller.
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August 22, 2023 • 31 mins
On this special edition of Franchise Voice, we'll speak with three franchising and government relations professionals about IFA members can make a real impact on critical issues and policy makers in Washington, DC this September at the IFA Advocacy Summit.
Please join IFA's CEO Matthew Haller (https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewhaller/); Michael Layman (https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaellayman/), IFA SVP of Government Relations a...
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July 6, 2023 • 17 mins
Richie Huffman, CEO of Celebree School, discusses his strategies for growing his franchise system in specific markets. Richie shares how to get involved in your new communities, the key community members whom you should engage early, and why a hub and spoke model can accelerate your franchisees' success. If you're developing a franchise brand in new markets, you won't want to miss this helpful advice!
Special Guest: Richie Huffman...
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May 18, 2023 • 20 mins
Vera Shafiq, Vice President of Digital Strategy at Location3 shares the latest trends for franchise systems on the local level for growing and acquiring new customers.
Special Guest: Vera Shafiq.
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April 13, 2023 • 26 mins
Today on Franchise Voice, the CEO of Propelled Brands, Catherine Monson, reflects on the past 3 years of challenges for franchising. Catherine discusses how communication, networking, and sharing of information helped us persevere!
Catherine shares how she’s preparing her brands, teams, franchisees, and friends for future health-related crises as well as recessions, economic disasters, political turmoil, and other trouble that hu...
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March 25, 2023 • 12 mins
Franchise Voice welcomes Richie Huffman, Founder and CEO of Celebree School.
Richie shares his own entrepreneurial journey and how he's now helping others on their own journey. Celebree is growing people big and small! Special Guest: Richie Huffman.
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February 22, 2023 • 50 mins
On today’s Franchise Voice, we’ll discuss Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Franchising with LaTonia Pouncey, President & CEO, The Pouncey Group, and Alesia Visconti, CEO & President, FranServe. How can franchisors incorporate DEI strategies throughout their franchise system?
Also, we have a conversation with Jamie Izaks, the President of All Points PR on local franchisee marketing. What channels are working best now? And does it...
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January 5, 2023 • 22 mins
In part two of our series about the changes in the IFA’s Certified Franchise Executive program, we speak with Dr Kathleen Gosser, YUM! Assistant Professor at the University of Louisville and Sandie Curtis, VP of Education at the International Franchise Association.
The refreshed and simplified CFE program is not just a list of boxes to check and get some points. The Foundations of Franchising courses genuinely include professional...
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December 23, 2022 • 19 mins
This is the first part of our 2-part series about the changes in the IFA’s Certified Franchise Executive program.
Sandie Curtis, VP of Education, and Brittney Cosby, Sr Manager of Certification Programs at The IFA discuss the refreshed and simplified CFE program and how you can get involved immediately online and in-person. Special Guests: Brittney Cosby and Sandie Curtis.
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November 11, 2022 • 23 mins
On this Veteran’s Day edition, Steve White tells his story from serving the US Army to transitioning to the civilian business world, and then to his current role as President of PuroClean.
Steve is also a recent past chair of IFA’s VetFran committee and shares the vision of this group as well as his thoughts on leadership, having a sense of mission, and the importance of Veteran’s Day. Eric Johnson, Manager of VetFran is today’s m...
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November 7, 2022 • 44 mins
Today’s guests on IFA’s Franchise Voice:
Allison Hill, Head of Diversity and Social Responsibility, ROARK Capital Group
Jenn Garner, Director of Corporate Affairs and Sustainability, Papa John’s
Moderator: Rikki Amos, Executive Director of The IFA Foundation
The panel discusses Roark’s history with philanthropy, the origin of Franchising Gives Back, and Papa John’s emphasis on community involvement.
Special Guests: Allison Hill,...
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October 6, 2022 • 50 mins
Rikki Amos, Executive Director of The IFA Foundation speaks with Ericka Garza, President of Au Bon Pain, and Marlen Cortez Morris of Ogletree Deakins, about the launch of The Hispanic Latino Franchise Leadership Council. The goal is to reach the Hispanic and Latino communities about challenges and opportunities in Franchising. Special Guest: Rikki Amos.
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