GF Issue 54

80 66 The Powerlist Check out the franchisors to follow in 2024 Stop the shift show Scott Greenburg on how to attract, motivate and retain hourly workers Global Franchise Awards 2024 Who’s best in class? We reveal the final shortlist in full ON THE COVER 19 30 47 All eyes on Europe Tracking the latest trends across the EU’s premier destinations 68 30 64 GLOBAL ‚FRANCHISE.COM 5 INSIGHT, ADVICE AND FEATURES 06 UPFRONT Facts, figures and trends from the world of franchising 9 EXPOSURE The what, when and where for your franchising calendar 10 FRANCHISING FIGHTS BACK Latest on the NLRB’s joint employer rule 12 COMMUNITY MATTERS How international franchisors can support local initiatives 35 IS THE FUTURE OF FRANCHISING FILIPPINO? Farrah Rose on what makes the Philippines an attractive market 40 SERVING THE FUTURE Franchisors are reinventing hospitality to lead the fast casual sector 65 OUT OF OFFICE We review the business world of podcasting, publishing and social media 66 GREEN MEANS GO Why franchise brands are leading sustainability and why it makes sense 74 LESSONS IN LEADERSHIP Highly effective techniques to build an elite team in 90 days INTERVIEWS 78 DAY IN THE LIFE A catch up with Rob Price, brand president of School of Rock 80 FIVE MINUTES WITH BRANDON PARKER The NFL star and investor explains how a gaming passion led to a Valhallan Esports partnership