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FTC announces Request for Information on Franchising
AAFD has been raising the red flag to the federal government and their associated agencies for since AAFD’s inception in on the inequities in the franchisor and franchisee relationship. The power imbalance and, at times, blatant disregard for franchisees, has ...
AAFD Statement on Federal Trade Commission’s ‘Solicitation for Public Comments on Provisions of Franchise Agreements and Franchisor Business Practices’
American Association of Franchisees and Dealers Statement on Federal Trade Commission’s ‘Solicitation for Public Comments on Provisions of Franchise Agreements and Franchisor Business Practices’ Palm Desert, CA (March 14, 2023) – The following is a statement on behalf the American ...
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Sprockets: Hiring Solutions for AAFD Members
The AAFD is pleased to announce our newest supporting Member: Sprockets - Hiring Solutions for AAFD Members Sprockets is built for franchisees and automatically sources and identifies which applicants are the best match for specific roles and locations, empowering users ...
Supporting Members
RECENT NEWS
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We welcome Sunbelt Franchise Re-Sales, a premier business brokerage in North America
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AAFD Comment regarding Proposed Amendments to NLRB Joint Employer Rule
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AAFD, AAHOA and CFA, joint letter to Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan
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Patrick Findaro Co-founder of Vetted Biz interviews Shane Mericle, Cell Phone Repair Franchisee Owner
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Welcome USI, a Premier Insurance Brokerage and Consulting Firm!
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Unions on the rise – what you need to know as an employer
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US GAO to conduct Franchisee Focus Groups at AAFD Franchisee Leadership Summit!
BREAKING NEWS: The US Government Accountability ...
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US GAO to conduct Franchisee Focus Groups at AAFD Franchisee Leadership Summit!
BREAKING NEWS: The US Government Accountability ...
A message from Rich Stroiney, Executive Director and Chief Operating Officer of the AAFD
Up until two years ago, I ...
LEGISLATIVE
FTC announces Request for Information on Franchising
AAFD has been raising the red ...
AAFD Addresses Non-Compete Clauses with the Federal Trade Commission
Current Non-Compete Clauses Hurt Franchisees While ...
AAFD Comment regarding Proposed Amendments to NLRB Joint Employer Rule
The AAFD is pleased to forward ...
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Meet the Experts: Learn from the Pros at AAFD with this Series of Educational Webcasts
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Unions on the rise – what you need to know as an employer
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3 Ways Business Brokers Can Be of Value to Franchise Owners
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SUPPLIERS CORNER
Sprockets: Hiring Solutions for AAFD Members
The AAFD is pleased to announce ...
We welcome Sunbelt Franchise Re-Sales, a premier business brokerage in North America
Helping franchisee owners buy and ...
You have a Voice: Our 2022 TQF Awards Winners
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BUYING A FRANCHISE
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Five Tips For Women Looking For A Franchise
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MEMBER ALERTS
Announcing New and Improved AAFD Health Benefits 2.0
Checking All Members’ Boxes Just in ...
AAFD Announces Upgrades to Online Membership and Payments, Including Annual Auto-Renewal
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PRESS RELEASES
AAFD Statement on Federal Trade Commission’s ‘Solicitation for Public Comments on Provisions of Franchise Agreements and Franchisor Business Practices’
American Association of Franchisees and Dealers Statement on Federal Trade Commission’s ‘Solicitation for Public Comments on Provisions of Franchise Agreements ...