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International franchise opportunities and global expansion are heating up, with American brands growing abroad and foreign brands opening franchised units in the U.S. Investing in the international business arena can be highly rewarding, but is not for everyone as laws, cultures, and even diets vary widely. Learn from franchisees and franchisors who have navigated these challenges successfully.

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Our October roundup of international franchise news travels to Austria, Canada, Croatia, Saudi Arabia, and the United Kingdom
  • Kevin Behan
  • 1,524 Reads 4 Shares
Best international markets are based on collaboration and relationships between the franchisor and local franchisee
  • Bob Kaufman
  • 1,249 Reads 22 Shares
Franchises should offer a consistent product or service while being able to adapt to the needs of customers in each market
  • Rui M. Barros
  • 1,521 Reads 19 Shares
Bill Edwards' biweekly newsletter rounds up international franchise news, stats, trends, and more from a worldwide network of correspondents
  • Kevin Behan
  • 1,275 Reads 1 Shares
Our September roundup of international franchise news travels to Africa, Asia, Italy, Mexico, and the United Arab Emirates.
  • Kevin Behan
  • 1,220 Reads 5 Shares
The agreement establishes a framework for collaboration and information sharing among the leading franchise organizations in North America
  • International Franchise Association
  • 1,520 Reads
Purchasing practices and supply chain efficiency can help international brands create a consistent customer experience
  • Rebecca Viani
  • 1,903 Reads
The most successful brands treat international franchisees like business partners
  • Bob Andersen
  • 1,982 Reads 6 Shares
Bill Edwards' biweekly newsletter rounds up international franchise news, stats, trends, and more from a worldwide network of correspondents
  • Kevin Behan
  • 1,886 Reads 1 Shares
Our August roundup of international franchise news travels to Australia, Canada, Ireland, Mexico, and the United Kingdom
  • Kevin Behan
  • 2,436 Reads 1 Shares
Franchisors that understand how culture shapes consumer behavior are more likely to succeed in global markets
  • William Edwards
  • 2,926 Reads 4 Shares
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Looking at the work that comes in vetting a good master franchisee and what comes after it for sustainable success
  • Dan Rowe
  • 2,232 Reads 9 Shares
When expanding into China, brands should build a strong foundation and mix operational standards and local preferences to achieve long-term success
  • Tim Waddell
  • 1,982 Reads
Bill Edwards' biweekly newsletter rounds up international franchise news, stats, trends, and more from a worldwide network of correspondents
  • Kevin Behan
  • 2,103 Reads
Our July roundup of international franchise news travels to Australia, Canada, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, and the United Kingdom. 
  • Kevin Behan
  • 2,686 Reads 11 Shares
Declining birth rates and aging populations are reshaping global franchising, forcing brands to rethink plans
  • Bill Edwards
  • 2,598 Reads 1 Shares
Assessing demand, protecting the brand, and choosing the right partner are part of the process of expanding a franchise internationally
  • Bron Launsby
  • 2,978 Reads 6 Shares
UK-based franchisor discusses the steps in expanding a brand to the United States
  • Carl Higgins
  • 2,646 Reads 1 Shares
Bill Edwards' biweekly newsletter rounds up international franchise news, stats, trends, and more from a worldwide network of correspondents
  • Kevin Behan
  • 2,227 Reads 1 Shares
Our June roundup of international franchise news travels to Canada, Germany, Italy, Malaysia, Taiwan, and Thailand. 
  • Kevin Behan
  • 2,346 Reads 1 Shares
International franchises are entering the market with a long-term view of system health
  • Meme Moy
  • 3,509 Reads 2 Shares
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Customer demand for new concepts and strong value is fueling the growth of multi-brand operators in the region
  • Thomas Talarico
  • 2,807 Reads 17 Shares
Our May roundup of international franchise news travels to China, the Netherlands, and the Philippines
  • Kevin Behan
  • 2,618 Reads
Labor costs, store size, and multi-unit ownership with the ability to scale are all different in the Australian franchise model
  • Chris Petzoldt
  • 3,154 Reads 8 Shares
Bill Edwards' biweekly newsletter rounds up international franchise news, stats, trends, and more from a worldwide network of correspondents
  • Kevin Behan
  • 2,347 Reads
Franchises should prioritize selecting the right markets and operating systems to grow over the speed of expansion
  • Rebecca Viani
  • 2,835 Reads 4 Shares
There are many opportunities for franchise success in Asia if brands are disciplined, prepared, and invest in local knowledge
  • Sander van den Born
  • 2,575 Reads 3 Shares
Bill Edwards' biweekly newsletter rounds up international franchise news, stats, trends, and more from a worldwide network of correspondents
  • Kevin Behan
  • 2,211 Reads 1 Shares
Our April roundup of international franchise news travels to Canada, Kenya, and Mexico
  • Kevin Behan
  • 2,532 Reads 1 Shares
International growth can transform a brand's long-term enterprise value
  • William Edwards
  • 4,283 Reads 1 Shares
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