Propelled Brands, a leading, multi-brand franchisor of FASTSIGNS®, MY SALON Suite®, Camp Bow Wow®, and NerdsToGo®, announces its speakers and honoree at the 64th Annual IFA (International Franchise Association) Convention in Phoenix, Arizona, February 17-20.
Catherine Monson, CEO of Propelled Brands and Past Chair of the IFA, will be receiving the IFA Hall of Fame Award during the Opening General Session on Saturday, February 17. The Hall of Fame Award is the oldest and most prestigious recognition conferred by IFA, recognizing a franchisor or franchisee who has contributed significantly to the advancement of the franchise business model and to the benefit of the IFA mission. The honor recognizes those whose careers and leadership are viewed as legendary in franchising.
On Monday, February 19, Monson will also be speaking with additional award winners in a Masterclass session focused on Strategies for Success from Top Franchise Visionaries.
On Monday, February 19, Jeffrey Lewis, Assistant Vice President for Franchise Support, will be a featured panelist speaking on franchise renewals and updates.
Additional members of the Propelled Brands Executive team attending include: Mark Jameson, Chief Development Officer; Jennifer Herskind, Chief Marketing Officer; Shayne Mehringer, Chief Information Officer; and Russell Kruse, General Counsel, as well as franchisees and members of the FASTSIGNS, MY SALON Suite, Camp Bow Wow, and NerdsToGo leadership teams.
IFA is the franchising sector’s only global trade association. Thousands of franchisees, franchisors, executives and suppliers are expected to attend the acclaimed IFA Convention that is meant to inform, inspire and educate franchise stakeholders at every level.
—Press Release