Empowering Franchisee Voices. Strengthening Franchisee Rights.
The American Association of Franchisees & Dealers (AAFD) and the Coalition of Franchisee Associations (CFA) are proud to announce the Franchisee Leadership Summit, a first-of-its-kind joint event bringing together franchisee leaders from across the country to unite, strategize, and advocate for meaningful change in the franchising world.
Date: October 26-29, 2025
Location: Hilton Capitol Hill, Washington, DC
Who Should Attend: AAFD Chapter leaders and delegates, AAFD Members, Franchisee association leaders, franchise owners, industry advocates, and those committed to advancing franchisee rights.
What to Expect:
- Collaborative Policy Discussions
- Workshops on Franchisee Association Building
- Joint Advocacy Strategy Planning
- Networking with Franchisee Leaders Across Brands and Industries
- Guest Speakers from Legal, Legislative, and Franchise Sectors
This summit marks a new era of collaboration between two of the strongest voices for franchisees. Together, we’re building a unified front to promote fair franchising practices, protect franchisee investments, and create lasting impact at both the industry and legislative levels.
🎟 Registration details are coming soon. Stay tuned.
For questions or early interest, please contact:
amy@aafd.org | 619-692-9219
About the CFA
The Coalition of Franchisee Associations (CFA) is the leading voice for franchisee advocacy. Representing franchisee associations across a wide range of industries, the CFA works to protect and promote the interests of franchise owners through legislative action, education, and collaboration. Together, we strive to create a more balanced and fair franchising environment. www.thecfainc.com
About the AAFD
The American Association of Franchisees and Dealers (AAFD) is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and empowering franchisees. Since 1992, the AAFD has formed and supported exclusive trademark specific chapters for franchisees of hundreds of franchise systems and seeks to foster its vision of Total Quality Franchising®—a collaborative franchise culture that respects the legitimate business interests of franchisors and franchisees. www.aafd.org
