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Growing an Independent Franchisee Association

Posted Mon, 2012-04-30 11:47 by Don Sniegowski
A new independent franchisee federation gathers for their first meeting in 2008
A new independent franchisee federation gathers in Indianapolis, 2010

ITHACA, N.Y. – Cornell University's assistant professor of food and beverage management Benjamin Lawrence says from what he has seen, franchising myths have not yet given way to the day-to-day realities of franchise operations. In particular, independent franchisee associations are an important and contributing part of franchise networks.

Tim Horton’s Ruling may be a Cautionary Tale for Dunkin’ Donuts Franchise Owners

Posted Thu, 2012-04-05 14:23 by Jim Coen

A Canadian court ruling involving Tim Hortons may be a cautionary tale for Dunkin’ Donuts franchisees. The case was brought by a group of Tim Horton’s franchise owners after they were forced to sell items at below cost and switch to more expensive pre-baked donuts from a supplier affiliated with the franchisor.

3G Capital to Buy Burger King, Litigation and All

Posted Thu, 2010-09-02 18:16 by Janet Sparks
Burger King bought by 3G Capital for $3.3 billion

A Whopper of a Decision: Franchisee Association Has Standing to Challenge Franchisor Burger King Corp

Posted Mon, 2010-08-30 12:24 by Eric H. Karp

Following the Supreme Court's holding in State Oil Co. v. Khan, 522 U.S. 3 (1997) that maximum price fixing was no longer a per se antitrust violation, some franchisors have imposed deep discounting on their  franchisees through resale price caps.

Ten Most Powerful Franchise Associations

Posted Fri, 2010-07-23 12:10 by BMM

When it comes to industrial might and lobbying power, the franchise industry is lopsided. A few big groups have the lion's share.