Franchisor’s Need to Maximize Their Franchisee Relationships

One Size Does Not Fit All: Franchisors Need to Recognize the Differing Operational Support Needs of Multi-Unit Franchisees

As the landscape becomes ever more competitive, franchisors need to maximize their franchisee relationships more than ever to drive system and unit profitability.  The benchmarking and sharing of data and best practices is critical to this effort.  However, it’s not enough to merely check the box, franchise leadership need to get the most out of the data.  This involves the franchisor providing engaging, and useful, leadership updates and carefully listening

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President Trump Appoints Acting Chairman of the National Labor Relations Board

President Trump Appoints Acting Chairman of the National Labor Relations Board

President Trump has named Philip A. Miscimarra as Acting Chairman of the National Labor Relations Board, replacing former Chairman Mark Gaston Pearce. As Chairman, Miscimarra may issue rulings regarding the National Labor Relations Act, so franchisors should seek to remain informed on any decisions that may impact their status under joint employment laws. Miscimarra served a Board Member of the NLRB since August 7, 2013, after having been nominated by

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