We’re back from the 2025 IFA World Franchise Show in Miami with lots to consider. For one, Miami is beautiful this time of year! For another, we continue to learn more about the path to franchising every day.
The IFA World Franchise Show is a gathering place for those considering entering the world of franchising. Some incredible speakers covered everything from how to vet a franchisor to the landscape of women in franchising. Many of the brands on FBR’s Awards Lists were there. Translation: Many brands with high franchisee satisfaction featured strongly.
The spirit of the show was research. If you’re considering going into business for yourself and specifically, buying a franchise, shows like this are for you. Leaping into franchising shouldn’t be done lightly. It can be a huge investment of both your time and money. Conferences like the 2025 IFA World Franchise Show gather some of the best resources in the industry.
Our major takeaways from the 2025 IFA World Franchise Show
- Learn from people in the trenches. Like any entrepreneur, franchisees work hard. From overseeing their staff to enacting marketing plans, franchisees wear many hats. Who better to talk to than someone in the throes of running their business? For example, Laura Sintes shared what it’s like owning 3 School of Rock locations in Florida. From the daily grind to the bigger picture, being a multi-unit owner is rewarding yet requires grit.
- Franchisors are auditioning, too. Jack Child’s seminar on How to Vet a Franchisor reminds us that candidates are auditioning franchisors as much as franchisors are auditioning candidates. If you’re considering buying a franchise, remember you get to choose what’s best for you.
- Do GOOD research. Honestly, it all comes back to research. With such a strong showing from the industry at the 2025 IFA World Franchise Show, it can be hard to know who to listen to. This is where we toot our own horn. Franchise Business Review has the data– the unbiased data. Take it from Jack Wilson of HomeWell Services, who went from franchisee to serving in franchise development. While attending the 2025 IFA World Franchise Show he said, “One of the best tools that you can use, I know as a former franchise owner, is independent reviews. Things like what Franchise Business Review does…It helps new franchisees know that they’re making the right decision.”
The main takeaway from the 2025 IFA World Franchise Show is that YOU, the candidate, are in the driver’s seat. It’s your life, it’s your future, and it’s your investment. You have to pick the right franchise for you and be relentless about how you discover that.
The next IFA show is in September. Will you be there?
