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WHO WE ARE

Your Center for Total Quality Franchising®

The AAFD is a national non-profit trade association representing the rights and interests of franchisees and independent dealers throughout the United States. We do this by promoting fair and equitable franchising and dealer practices and empowering effective independent franchise associations. We also provide members with programs, services and products which enhance their individual businesses and careers.

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Areas of Expertise

Franchisee Association Services

Are you ready to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with other franchisees? At the AAFD, we believe every franchise owner deserves a seat at the table. That’s why we organize trademark-specific chapters and provide strong support to independent franchise associations. To date, the AAFD has helped over 80,000 businesses, joined together advocating for the causes that matter most to their specific brands!

Formation

Management

Legal Support

OUR MISSION AND ADVOCACY

Fairness Initiatives

The AAFD Fairness Initiatives are built around the AAFD’s Fair Franchising Standards and are designed to promote marketplace accountability for franchisors. By encouraging consensus-driven decisions and promoting fairer franchise relationships, our association chapters embody the AAFD’s commitment to its core mission: achieving Total Quality Franchising®.

Fair Franchising

To advance the AAFD Fair Franchising Standards as a guiding framework for franchisee and to tackle systemic abuses through legal and legislative action when win-win negotiations fall short.

Legislative / Legal Advocacy

To represent Association members by exerting collective influence in matters of mutual concern and by advocating beneficial legislation and legal doctrines and providing legal support for members.

Accreditation

To foster, establish and maintain standards and responsibilities and experience among franchisors and franchisees, and to acknowledge and reward exemplary practices by companies engaged in franchising and other forms of dealer distribution systems.

Leadership Summit Meeting

To identify best practices in franchising and elevate exemplary franchisees, the AAFD and its delegate members come together each year. in their mission is to promote fair franchising while fostering economic strength and bargaining power for their members.

BUYING POWER

Benefits of Joining the AAFD

At the AAFD, we collaborate with trusted suppliers to support the everyday needs of your franchise business. Our commitment is unwavering—we work tirelessly to secure premium quality programs and exclusive discounts, ensuring your membership delivers exceptional value.

OUR PARTNERS

Suppliers Services

Our Supplier Network offers exclusive benefits designed to enhance your membership experience. We’ve negotiated special discounts and services that members can leverage to grow their businesses or reduce costs.

AAFD Social

AAFD Social is a free resource available to all AAFD members as part of your membership benefits! Our community forum is designed for Franchisee Members, making it easier than ever to connect, collaborate, and thrive together.

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Industry Experts

From Speakers & Experts to Arbitration & Mediation Panel, we connect members with experienced professionals ready to assist you in various aspects of your franchise journey.

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