1851

As the franchise industry becomes more vulnerable to changes implemented by the US government, organizations like the International Franchise Association rely on advocating for its franchisees, franchisors and suppliers who are interested and willing to get involved in the conversation and engaged on legislative issues. <a href="http://www.franchiseactionnetwork.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=everything-you-want-to-know-about-the-franchise-action-network-3404" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">The Franchise Action Network (FAN)</a> is a diverse grassroots network that focuses on promoting proactive efforts to neutralize legislative and regulatory attacks and educate policymakers that locally-owned franchise businesses not only create jobs, but also provide incredible value to local communities. &#8220;The FAN provides an advocacy hub to engage franchise supporters and stakeholders through <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJtZUqlI-g8&utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=everything-you-want-to-know-about-the-franchise-action-network-3404" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">recruitment videos</a>, testimonials and blogs, advocate toolkits, current media and news, and informational and educational pages on local, state and federal issues impacting franchising,&#8221; said Erica Farage, Senior Director of Political Affairs and Grassroots Advocacy. &#8220;After all, locally owned franchises are America&#8217;s hidden small businesses.&#8221; The FAN is paramount in protecting the viability of the franchise business model. Franchising is a pillar of the American economy and the model creates jobs, opportunity and local small business ownership. While the industry contributes $889 billion to the U.S. economy, it also creates opportunity for minorities, women, veterans, and young entrepreneurs. As the organization looks forward into 2016, priorities continue to revolve around the issue of joint employer at the federal level and, increasingly, in specific states. They plan to actively engage lawmakers at home in their districts, connecting local small-business owners with their elected officials to tell their stories. &#8220;Through the Franchise Action Network and a primary leadership role in the Coalition to Save Local Businesses, IFA intends to continue broadening our education, lobbying, public relations and grassroots campaign in the year ahead on this important issue that impacts more than just franchise brands, but rather, the broader small business community,&#8221; Farage said. Additionally, FAN wants to grow its membership to show strength nationally. Since its launch in the summer of 2014, FAN has added over 9,000 advocates, up from 1,100 total previously, through our industrywide recruitment and engagement campaign. They now have the largest group of grassroots advocates in the history of IFA, with over 10,000 FANs heading into the important 2016 election year. &#8220;We welcome anyone interested or involved in franchising to get involved, no matter where you reside or where your business is located. You are a voting member of your community so you must make your voice heard,&#8221; Farage said. While Farage is thrilled about such tremendous growth of the FAN in just a year-and-a-half, she explained that they are just beginning. &#8220;As we head into 2016, with the joint employer threat looming large at the federal level and continued threats in the states, it is more important than ever to continue to grow the Franchise Action Network and create quality relationships with elected officials who understand the existential threat we are facing,&#8221; Farage said.

1851 Franchise

Learn more about this diverse grassroots network that focuses on promoting proactive efforts for locally-owned franchise businesses.

This brand page has been paid for by 1851. Content within this page that is paid will showcase a Sponsored icon. This means the brand has engaged 1851 FRANCHISE to write the content. Content without the Sponsored Icon is aggregated media placements the brand earned. Questions can be sent to editorial@1851franchise.com

Everything You Want to Know About the Franchise Action Network  

everything-you-want-to-know-about-the-franchise-action-network

TruBlue Home Service Ally

TruBlue’s Home Maintenance Plans: Peace of Mind for Homeowners

trublues-home-maintenance-plans-peace-of-mind-for-homeowners

Caring Transitions

Caring Transitions Targets Peoria, Illinois, for Franchise Growth

caring-transitions-targets-peoria-illinois-for-franchise-growth

Caring Transitions Celebrates a Strong Start to 2025 With 19 New Franchise Sales and Momentum-Building Training Events

caring-transitions-celebrates-a-strong-start-to-2025-with-19-new-franchise-sales-and-momentum-building-training-events

Right at Home

Right at Home 30th Anniversary in Home Care with Right at Home Logo

Celebrating 30 Years of Excellence and Future Innovations in Home Care

celebrating-30-years-of-excellence-and-future-innovations-in-home-care

Why TruBlue is the Ideal Franchise for Multi-Unit Owners: Scalable Growth With a Purpose

why-trublue-is-the-ideal-franchise-for-multi-unit-owners-scalable-growth-with-a-purpose

Buying a Franchise Masterclass

 Franchise Opportunities

Get Support Buying a Franchise

How to Buy a Franchise White Paper

How to Buy a Franchise

How to Sell Franchises

How to Grow a Franchise

Find a Franchise Supplier

1851 Franchise Opportunities

Franchisor News

Franchisor Power Rankings

FranCamp Mastermind Summit

Franchise Resources

What ALEC-Laffer's Report Means for Franchising

Website Awards

Power Rankings

About 1851

Advertise on 1851

Contact 1851 Editorial

Terms of Use

1851 Login

GROWTH CLUB LOGIN

facebook

instagram

twitter

linkedin

youtube

DoorDash Expansion Could Reshape Delivery and Operations for Franchise Brands - 1851 Franchise

DoorDash Expansion Could Reshape Delivery and Operations for Franchise Brands

doordash-acquistions-deliveroo-sevenrooms

Crumbl Franchise Investment - TSG Consumer Partners -  1851 Franchise

TSG Consumer Partners Takes Minority Stake in Crumbl, Signaling Franchise Growth Potential

crumbl-franchise-investment-tsg-consumer

Yum Brands Reports Strong Q1 Results with Big Boost from Taco Bell

yum-brands-reports-strong-q1-results-with-big-boost-from-taco-bell

QSR: McDonald’s Gains Momentum With Chicken Innovation, Value Deals and Franchisee Support

mcdonalds-franchise-recovery-chicken-strategy-value-deals-2025

The Future of Franchising: Trends and Predictions for 2025 and Beyond

the-future-of-franchising-trends-and-predictions-for-2025-and-beyond

Franchisee spotlight image with Randy and Sandy Craft, Children's Lighthouse logo on blue background

The Crafts’ Successful Journey from New Parents to Children’s Lighthouse Franchisees

the-crafts-successful-journey-from-new-parents-to-childrens-lighthouse-franchisees

Franchisee spotlight graphic with photo of Amy Lepke and family and Papa Murphy's logo

After 14 Years as a Stay-At-Home Mom, Amy Lepke Returned to Papa Murphy’s — This Time as an Owner

papa-murphys-franchise-amy-lepke

Franchisee Spotlight with Micki Waters and Papa Murphy's Logo

Work Mom: How Micki Waters Became a Mother Figure to Her Entire Papa Murphy’s Team

work-mom-how-micki-waters-became-a-mother-figure-to-her-entire-papa-murphys-team

Franchisee spotlight image with photo of Robert Trujillo and UWRG logo on blue background

Everything You Want to Know About the Franchise Action Network

MORE STORIES LIKE THIS