Letter from the Chair: Success Through Collaboration
In 2022, the AAFD celebrated its 30th Anniversary, themed "It's Our Time: Partner for Success". This event highlighted our efforts to drive the franchising cause forward by working closely with ... Read More →
AAFD Announces the 2024 AAFD Franchisee Leadership Summit
SAVE THE DATE: MAY 5-8, 2024, IN ST. LOUIS The American Association of Franchisees and Dealers (AAFD) is excited to announce that the 2024 AAFD Franchisee Leadership Summit will be ... Read More →
Comprehensive Voluntary Benefit Plans for AAFD Members from Dafanie Financial Group.
Exciting News for AAFD Members: Comprehensive Voluntary Benefits Plans now included in Health Benefits 2.0! The AAFD is pleased to announce an extended relationship with Dafanie Financial Group to bring ... Read More →
AAFD voices its opposition to Assembly Bill 1228
Read AAFD official letter voicing its opposition to Assembly Bill 1228, which mandates a minimum wage increase to $20 per hour for employees in franchised fast-food establishments. This significant legislation ... Read More →
Automate your business processes with BPAC, and enjoy members discounts
Are you tired of spending too much time managing your business documents? The AAFD is pleased to announce that our valuable supporting member Larry Cohn, President of Business Process Automation ... Read More →
Keith Marnholtz head of franchise and distribution team at Eckberg Lammers joins AAFD Franchisee LegaLinesm Network Panel
Join us in welcoming Keith to this exclusive group of legal professionals. Introducing Keith Marnholtz of Eckberg Lammers, our latest addition to the AAFD Franchisee LegaLinesm network. As the head ... Read More →
Robert Purvin to Step Down as CEO; Rich Stroiney Takes the Reins
Robert Purvin, founder and original CEO of the American Association of Franchisees and Dealers (AAFD), has announced his decision to step down as the chief executive officer. In conjunction with Purvin’s announcement, the AAFD’s Board of Trustees, chaired by Purvin, announces the promotion of Richard (Rich) Stroiney, currently the AAFD’s executive director and chief operating officer, to be the Association’s CEO. Purvin will remain actively involved with the AAFD and continue to serve as the chairman of the AAFD’s Board of Trustees and chief legal counsel.
AAFD Submits Comment to Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
The American Association of Franchisees and Dealers (AAFD) thanks the Federal Trade Commission for its Request for Information, specifically the Solicitation for Public Comments on Provisions of Franchise Agreements and ... Read More →
Welcome Kim Perrotta, AAFD’s newest Supporting Member of our Speakers & Experts Panel and Delegate to the AAFD’s Franchisee Leadership Council.
The AAFD welcomes Kim Perrotta, founder and President of Worldwise Franchise Development, as our newest Supporting Member, and newest participant in our exclusive Speakers and Expert’s Bureau. With extensive experience ... Read More →
Is Franchising Fair?
The AAFD, co-hosted the session with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to address the industry’s concerns about the existing franchise model in anticipation of the FTC’s request for comment due ... Read More →
