Robin Gagnon, Co-Founder & CEO of We Sell Restaurants, Elected to International Franchise Association Board of Directors

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November 29, 2023 // Franchising.com // Palm Coast, Fla. - We Sell Restaurants announces the election of Co-Founder and CEO Robin Gagnon to serve on The International Franchise Association’s (IFA) Board of Directors.

Gagnon, who joins with seven other new directors, will take her position at the 2024 IFA Annual Convention in February. She joins one of the most diverse IFA Boards in history, bringing a variety of experience and expertise to lead the franchise sector’s oldest and largest global trade association.

“We are excited to welcome Robin to serve on the IFA Board of Directors, bringing her significant experience in franchising at one of the most consequential times for the business model,” said Matt Haller, IFA President and CEO.

Under Gagnon’s leadership, We Sell Restaurants has grown, delivering on its vision to “Sell More Restaurants Than Anyone Else.” Gagnon has appeared on The TODAY Show as a restaurant expert and was recognized by Nation's Restaurant News as one of the most influential suppliers and vendors in the country. In fact, Entrepreneur Magazine named her to the list of "Most Influential Women in Franchising."

Gagnon is also the Chair of the Women’s Franchise Committee of IFA and has an MBA, Certified Franchise Executive (CFE), and her CBI (Certified Business Intermediary) designation from the International Business Brokers Association.

“It is an honor to join the IFA Board of Directors,” said Gagnon, “The mission of the IFA is one that I take seriously - to protect, enhance, and promote franchising. I am excited to serve alongside fellow industry leaders, furthering the franchise business model, and advocating for its members.”

The 2024 IFA Board of Directors is comprised of franchisee, franchisor, and supplier members, with a diverse representation of industry, thought, and background, who provide critical guidance to the IFA on the association’s key initiatives.

The new directors will assume their positions in February 2024 and will serve an initial term of three years.

SOURCE We Sell Restaurants

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