GF Issue 54

IN THIS ISSUE: Franchising fights back Colin Reed explains why the IFA is strongly opposed to the NLRB’s proposed joint employer rule, which threatens to jeopardize the unique relationship between franchisors and franchisees. “Making gamingmy business just made sense” Brandon Parker, NFL star turned investor describes how his childhood love for gaming has resulted in an exciting partnership with Valhallan Esports and a new passion off the pitch. 10 68 Is the future of franchising Filipino? Farrah Rose reports on 2023’s Franchise Asia Expo in Manila and why the Philippines is one of the most exciting and lucrative markets for franchising to emerge this century. 35 7 4 Lessons in leadership Julie Wagstaff, MD of ActionCOACH UK reveals the six simple steps leaders must adopt in order to build a high-functioning team in 90 days. Introducing our star panel of franchise experts this issue UPFRONT 6 GLOBAL FRANCHISE | ISSUE 8.2 80 All eyes on Europe Alisdair Gray, director of the European Franchising Association, leads our round up of Europe’s most promising territories for franchising and the emerging trends driving the market.