International Franchise Association 2008

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Mike Bidwell President & COO The Dwyer Group www.dwyergroup.com

About IFA

The International Franchise Association, founded in 1960, is a membership organization of franchisors, franchisees, and suppliers. Our Web site is dedicated to providing our members and guests with a one-stop shopping experience for franchise information.

IFA 2008 Coverage

IFA 48th Annual Convention Highlights

The International Franchise Association holds its 48th annual convention in Orlando, Florida. SBTV.com is there and brings you the highlights of this all important show. IFA is the premiere organization devoted to supporting, promoting and advancing the franchise marketplace.

IFA 48th Annual Convention Economic Story

One central theme emerges at the IFA 's 48th annual conference... the owners of small and mid-sized firms, particularly in the franchise sector, are optimistic about their business future.

IFA 2008 Spotlights

Scudamore

Brian Scudamore Founder and CEO 1-800-got-junk? www.1800gotjunk.com

DeBolt

Don DeBolt COO AOPA www.aopanet.org

Bidwell

Mike Bidwell President & COO The Dwyer Group www.dwyergroup.com

Bourdow

Joe Bourdow President Valpak www.valpak.com

Derella

Kevin Derella Senior Vice President Coverall Cleaning Concepts www.coverall.com

Grant

Lloyd Grant President KIP Communications www.kipbusinessreport.com

Kitchen

Saunda Kitchen Franchisee Mr. Rooter www.mrrooter.com

McKinnon

David McKinnon CEO Service Brands International www.servicebrands.com

Mlotkiewicz

David Mlotkiewicz Owner Lawn Doctor lawndoctor.com

Onnen

Jenn Onnen Vice President Hot Dish Advertising hotdishad.com

Pusateri

Christa Pusateri Director of Marketing Ellianos Coffee Company www.ellianos.com

Robinson

Rick Robinson President PrintWearXpress www.printwearxpress.com

Squire

Jim Squire Director of Franchise Development The Honeybaked Ham Co. and Cafe

Tomasso

Chris Tomasso Chief Marketing Director FirstWatch www.firstwatch.com

Wagner

Bill Wagner CEO and Co-Founder Accord Management Systems, Inc. www.AccordSyst.com

Wilburn

Shannon Wilburn President Just Between Friends jbfsale.com

Zickerman

Jason Zickerman President, CEO The Alternative Board www.tabboards.com

Online Video Spotlight with Nikki Sells of Tasti D-lite

Nikki Sells Vice President of Franchise Development Tasti D-lite www.tastidlite.com

Isakson

President & COO ServiceMaster Clean

McEntire

Margaret McEntire Owner / Co-founder Candy Bouquet

Hallock

Chad Hallock CEO Budget Blinds www.homefranchiseconcepts.com

Other Franchising Features

FRANCHISE: PASTA HOUSE`S RECIPE FOR SUCCESS

A successful franchisee and franchisor weigh in on important factors when examining franchise opportunities.

SNAPPY AUCTIONS: GROWING THROUGH FRANCHISING

A business that can be described as clicks meet bricks is growing through franchising.

SUBWAY: #1 FRANCHISOR

Subway has been named the top franchise opportunity in all categories by Entrepreneur magazine for the 12th time in 16 years.

Tips to Avoid Common Franchise Mistakes

If you've grown your small business to the stage where you think you'd like to offer franchises to others, Dick Rennick has advice to help you expand your brand. Learn what is one of the most common mistakes that franchisers make.

Franchises for the Health Conscious

Healthy, Wealthy & Wise. Health focused franchises offer entrepreneurs ways to cash in on all types of business opportunities. From home health care to exercise chains to healthy eating options, the categories are endless.

Foreign Franchising Challenges & Regulations

There's a new trend in franchising - importing successful business models into the U.S. Franchise consultant Dick Rennick describes some of the challenges foreign franchises face in the U.S.

Understanding Franchise and Royalty Fees

Is a franchise in your future? Do you understanding the various fees franchisees must pay? Franchise consultant Dick Rennick explains how and why these fees vary and what they cover.

Best Way To Search For a Franchise

Franchise expert Dick Rennick talks about the best way to search for a good franchise opportunity. Online video offering research tips, lonks and resources.

Franchise Opportunities for Baby Boomers

Franchises: A Booming Business. Many Baby Boomers are purchasing franchises as either second careers, or as business opportunities into their retirement. Franchise mentor Dick Rennick discusses franchise opportunities for older entrepreneurs.

Are You Right For Franchising?

Franchise expert Dick Rennick discusses what personality traits and skills are best suited for franchise opportunities.

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