Posts by Jax Gordon
Interview with Congresswoman and Military Spouse Cathy McMorris Rodgers
Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-Wash.) was first elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 2004. Prior to Congress, Rep. McMorris Rodgers worked at an orchard, cleaned motel rooms, and worked at a McDonald’s franchise to save up for college. In 2006 she married her husband Brian Rodgers, a retired 26-year Commander in the U.S. Navy.…
Read MoreThe Month of the Military Child Interview: IFA CEO Robert Cresanti
Jax: To start, why don’t you tell us about your father’s service, what branch was he? How long was he in? Where was he stationed during the duration of your childhood? Robert: My father was 18 years old and joined the Air Force in the early ’60s, served a two-year tour of duty, married my…
Read MoreVetFran Celebrates Sport Clips CEO Gordon Logan’s Prestigious Veterans Award
The Hall of Flags at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, a stone’s throw from the White House, was packed with veterans, public servants and corporate executives last week, all gathered to honor the best and brightest in the veteran’s community. The occasion was the annual HillVets 100 Gala, a prestigious night of recognition and empowerment,…
Read MoreVetFran Launches New Initiatives and a New Site at the IFA Convention
The program unveiled a brand-new website (www.vetfran.org), which starting in April, will feature interactive member areas for franchisors and their veteran franchisees alike, putting veteran small business owners at the forefront of the program for the first time.
Read MorePenFed Sponsors VetFran to Connect Veteran Franchise Owners
The International Franchise Association Foundation today announced a new sponsorship agreement with PenFed Credit Union, the nation’s second-largest federal credit union, in support of VetFran. PenFed’s $25,000 commitment supports VetFran’s efforts to increase its reach nationwide during an events tour that will bring veteran franchise owners together with veterans in their communities and engage them through the sharing of their experiences in franchising.
Read MoreIFA Foundation’s VetFran Program Partners With Defenders Gateway
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jenna Weisbord, 310-995-0839jweisbord@franchise.org@franchising411 IFA Foundation’s VetFran Program Partners with Defenders Gateway WASHINGTON, July 19 – The IFA Foundation announces the start of a new partnership with Defenders Gateway, a company launching an app that will honor members of the military, first responders and families of the fallen. Defenders Gateway is a company…
Read MoreSTOP Restoration Launches Franchise Fee Giveaway for Veterans
As a longtime member of the VetFran program, STOP Restoration is committed to honoring the legacy of veterans by providing training, assistance and franchising opportunities at a discounted rate. The Franchise Fee Giveaway is in keeping with this commitment. Clark says it is the first of many initiatives aimed at improving the lives of veterans across the country.
Read MorePutting Heroes First
The franchise community has made a commitment to U.S. veterans by providing business opportunities and support in pursuing those opportunities. Franchisors work together to reduce veteran unemployment and offer franchise investment incentives, while the International Franchise Association works to provide education and tools to help U.S. service members chart their civilian futures.
Read MoreHire Veterans, Lower Your Taxes
Todd Quarfot Learn how the Work Opportunity Tax Credit can help franchises hire and other workers. Approximately 370,000 veterans are unemployed, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Adding a veteran to your staff not only helps reduce that staggering number, but also opens your franchise up to a world of opportunity. That’s where…
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