KENNESAW, GA — The Coalition of Franchisee Associations (CFA), the nation’s largest franchisee-only trade organization, has announced a renewed strategic focus on expanding membership and strengthening franchisee advocacy under newly appointed Executive Director Dave Glodowski, according to a recent Franchise Times interview.
Glodowski, who previously served in leadership roles within the CFA and brings decades of franchisee association experience, returns to the organization with a clear mission: to grow the coalition’s reach, deepen engagement across franchise systems and amplify the collective voice of franchise owners nationwide.
“As franchisees continue to navigate evolving operational and economic pressures, our goal is to ensure they have a stronger, more unified voice at the table,” Glodowski said in the interview. “When franchisees come together, they gain the strength, credibility and influence needed to drive meaningful change across the industry.”
The CFA currently represents franchisee associations across major national brands, including McDonald’s, Dunkin’, Domino’s, 7-Eleven and Planet Fitness. With 15 member associations and growing, the organization serves as a central hub for advocacy, education and collaboration among franchise owners.
Glodowski emphasized that membership growth is critical to expanding the CFA’s impact, particularly as franchisees face ongoing challenges related to operational control, vendor relationships and regulatory uncertainty. Strengthening participation across local franchisee associations, he noted, will be key to advancing the CFA’s mission of protecting and empowering franchise owners.
Industry leaders say the CFA continues to play an increasingly important role in shaping dialogue within franchising, particularly as franchisee associations work collectively to address shared concerns and promote transparency and fairness within franchise systems.
The Coalition of Franchisee Associations plans to build on this momentum by enhancing member value, expanding advocacy efforts and fostering stronger collaboration between franchisee groups across the country.
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