The IFA is no friend of the Franchisee. They are controlled and dominated by the big Franchisors, including McDonalds. (McD actually has a seat on the IFA board). BEWARE
You are correct, but they do share concerns on some issues with franchisees, such as joint-employer (which could ruin everyone's life). As we've discussed before, it's a "strange bedfellows" relationship with franchisees. So it's best to keep an eye on their activities. However, if an army of franchisees ever made some serious progress with franchisee-friendly legislation (state or federal), the IFA would be first on the scene to kill the legislation. Independent associations like the NOA are the only organizations 100% dedicated to the franchisee's welfare. Nevertheless, these associations should keep an eye on the IFA for some good, and some awful ideas. .
It astounds me that any cogent owner operator would not be a member of the NOA. The NFLA is inept, controlled and dominated by McD. The NOA actively represents owners interests and protects our equity, which is why McD dislikes the independent NOA. Besides , sixty nine cents a day, ($250 per year), is cheap insurance to get your voice heard and concerns addressed. Otherwise, as Myra so callously said, youre just renting the brand, not a partner but a tenant.
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The IFA is no friend of the Franchisee. They are controlled and dominated by the big Franchisors, including McDonalds. (McD actually has a seat on the IFA board). BEWARE
You are correct, but they do share concerns on some issues with franchisees, such as joint-employer (which could ruin everyone's life). As we've discussed before, it's a "strange bedfellows" relationship with franchisees. So it's best to keep an eye on their activities. However, if an army of franchisees ever made some serious progress with franchisee-friendly legislation (state or federal), the IFA would be first on the scene to kill the legislation. Independent associations like the NOA are the only organizations 100% dedicated to the franchisee's welfare. Nevertheless, these associations should keep an eye on the IFA for some good, and some awful ideas.
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It astounds me that any cogent owner operator would not be a member of the NOA. The NFLA is inept, controlled and dominated by McD. The NOA actively represents owners interests and protects our equity, which is why McD dislikes the independent NOA. Besides , sixty nine cents a day, ($250 per year), is cheap insurance to get your voice heard and concerns addressed. Otherwise, as Myra so callously said, youre just renting the brand, not a partner but a tenant.
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