New federal legislation, dubbed the "One, Big, Beautiful Bill," is drawing attention for its potential impact on the franchise sector. Backed by the International Franchise Association (IFA), the bill ...

After a career in nonprofit fundraising, Abby Smayda applied her relationship-building expertise to open boutique fitness ...

Franchise Business Review determines the best franchises to own in 2026 based on franchisee satisfaction data. Our Top 200 Franchises list is an essential resource for those considering franchise ...

When you're a customer at a franchise restaurant, coworking space or retail store, you'll usually find at least one woman working with customers on the front line. Today, it's increasingly likely that ...

Franchise leaders in more than 40 countries are marking the inaugural World Franchise Day on June 11 to celebrate the small business owners behind the world’s biggest brands. World Franchise Day ...

You can’t turn on a television or open a newspaper without hearing about the latest on the big congressional tax bill. The legislation includes many provisions that the small business community is ...

Whether you’re a seasoned franchisee looking to scale or an aspiring entrepreneur exploring franchise ownership for the first time, tuning into the right podcast can be a game-changer.

Understanding a franchise's upfront costs, business system, and financial performance are some critical factors to know before investing in such an enterprise. A push to boost entrepreneurship in ...