The AAFD is proud to announce that Michael Einbinder, founding partner of Einbinder Dunn LLP., has been named the 2025 recipient of the AAFD’s Total Quality Franchising (TQF) Chairman’s Awards for Distinguished Service to the Franchising Community.

The Chairman’s Award is presented annually at the discretion of the AAFD Chairman to an individual who has gone above and beyond in their contributions to the AAFD community and the broader franchise industry. Einbinder’s recognition reflects his longstanding commitment to advocating for franchisees, his contributions as a trusted advisor, and his leadership in strengthening the AAFD’s impact on the national stage.

“Michael has been a steadfast ally to the AAFD and a tireless advocate for fairness in franchising,” said Richard Stroiney, AAFD Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board of Trustees. “His vision, expertise, and experience withing the franchising community have been instrumental in advancing the advocacy and voice of franchisees, and it is with great pride that we recognize him with the 2025 Chairman’s Award.”

Reacting to the news, Michael Einbinder said:
“I am honored to receive the AAFD Chairman’s Award. Supporting franchisees and advocating for fairness in franchising has been a cornerstone of my career, and I am grateful to be part of an organization that genuinely empowers its members and strengthens the franchise community.”

Einbinder is widely respected across the franchise legal community, with decades of experience representing franchisees, dealers, and business owners in litigation, arbitration, and mediation. Under his leadership, Einbinder & Dunn LLP has become a nationally recognized firm in franchise and commercial litigation.

The award will be presented during the AAFD’s Total Quality Franchising Awards Reception, part of the AAFD’s Annual Franchisee Leadership Summit, held October 27–29, 2024, at the Hilton Washington DC Capitol Hill.