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The ability of franchises in the ecuational services sector to adapt to the challenges presented by COVID-19 has been a great success story duing these turbulent timesThroughout the COVID-19 pandemic, franchise systems across all sectors…
ABOUT THE AUTHOR Ken Otto has a successful track record of developing strong brands in Canada leveraging his 30 plus years experience in the hospitality industry. Prior to joining Redberry, Ken led some of Canada’s…
What franchise systems operating in the retail space can expect in the wake of COVID-19 By Gillian Livingston Retailers have watched customer traffic plummet with the forced closures due to the novel coronavirus pandemic, but…
By Andrew Walters Andrew Walters is Director of International Business Development for children’s services franchise, Stagecoach Performing Arts. Here, he lifts the lid on the innovative and proactive strategies implemented by the senior team in…
By Sue Vandittelli The CFA Ombudsman Program was launched in 2002 to assist members with the resolution of disputes arising from business issues. The Ombudsman assists franchisors and franchisees in resolving their disputes to their…
Through these uncertain times, one thing is for sure. You are not alone. The CFA community is here to help. Last year – when the CFA shifted its strategic focus to creating a strong sense…
It may be the products you sell in your retail store. It may be the produce you use to create meals in your restaurant. Or it may be the parts or materials you use to…
One of the great things about opening your business via franchising is the peace of mind and confidence that comes with knowing the products, equipment and supplies you use to successfully run your operations meet…
It’s not the most exciting part about running a business, but it’s one of the most important. Without it, your business stands to lose a lot of income. Insurance ensures you recover from financial loss…
Just as a franchisor seeks the most qualified individuals to run their franchise locations, you as a franchisee are also responsible for recruiting staff to assist with the day-to-day operations of your business. In fact,…