Coalition of Franchisee Associations (CFA), known as “the voice of franchisees™,” has announced Greg Fry as the organization’s new association manager.
Fry, who joined CFA’s professional management company, Elevanta, in July 2023, plans to focus on leveraging the collective strengths of independent franchisee associations for the benefit of member franchisees. Fry has spent the last 20 years in different facets of association management. Prior to Elevanta, he spent nine years as the executive director of an equine sports association, where he grew their membership to over 20,000 members. Fry plans to leverage his extensive association management experience in growing CFA. CFA brings together some of the largest associations in the U.S. to provide a forum for members to share best practices, knowledge and resources for improvement, planning and development. Its efforts are focused on government affairs at the state and federal levels, franchisee education and training, executive leadership development and collective buying opportunities.
“Given the significant challenges facing CFA members from legislative and regulatory authorities, CFA’s importance cannot be overstated. Its leadership, from the board to management, is well-positioned to represent CFA during these pivotal times,” said CFA Chairman John Motta. “As a respected industry organization, CFA plays a vital role in advocating for the industry’s interests and ensuring its members’ continued success. With its extensive network of experienced professionals and commitment to its members, CFA will continue to be an essential voice in the industry’s ongoing evolution.”
Elevanta will work alongside Fry to provide executive leadership, meeting planning, accounting and finance, communications and other management services to CFA and eleven additional franchisee association clients. CFA and Fry are fully supported by Elevanta’s extensive experience and expertise in association management.
From its founding in 2007, CFA has grown to include 19 different associations in industries including restaurants and hospitality, car care, beauty and personal care services, convenience stores and fitness representing franchisees of well-known brands as Dunkin Donuts, BURGER KING, Subway, Meineke Car Care Centers, Buffalo Wild Wings and Supercuts, among many others.
About Coalition of Franchisee Associations
Coalition of Franchisee Associations, representing more than 46,000 franchisees who own over 121,000 businesses, which employ over 2.6 million individuals, is the largest franchisee-only association in the country. Its members make up the largest and most reputable independent franchisee associations with a mission “to leverage the collective strengths of franchisee associations for the benefit of the franchisee community.” CFA — with headquarters in Washington, D.C. — is committed to providing vital support and assistance to the franchisee community at large. To learn more about the organization, please visit http://www.thecfainc.com.
About Elevanta LLC
Elevanta is an association management and professional services firm offering a robust suite of services to franchisees and business owners across a range of industries. Specializing in association management, event and meeting planning, communications and insurance solutions, Elevanta is a proven industry leader, guiding business owners in brands that include BURGER KING, Buffalo Wild Wings, Meineke Car Care Centers, Supercuts and QDOBA. The robust suite of services and programs provided through Elevanta is designed to meet the needs of your business and elevate your success.
Contact: Greg Fry
CFA Association Manager
gregf@elevanta.com
678-797-5160