2026 IFA Emerging Franchisor Award Nomination Form
The goal for this award is to identify emerging franchisors who are running excellent franchises and who can help highlight the amazing impact that franchising has on local communities around the country. To be considered eligible for this award you will need to have:
- Been in franchising for less than 10 years (from first FDD)
- Have filed 3 years of FDDs
- Have more than $25M minimum in systemwide sales (can include company-owned units)
- Have less than a 10% closure rate
- Have included an Item 19 in your most recent FDD
If you are interested in being considered for this award, please submit the following information packager than COB Wednesday, July 1st, 2026.
***Brands must be present at the IFA Emerging Franchise Conference, November 2026 to win.