The “Go To” organization for LATINOS in Franchising
Become a Latino Certified Franchise Advisor by taking this fantastic course.
OUR MISSION
Is to promote, support and expand the franchise business model within the Latino community in the US.
We Have Four Point Strategic Plan of Action to establish franchising as the preeminent economic development model for Latino entrepreneurs on their journey to transform the American economy by 2060.
Expand Franchising Educational
Opportunities:
“Learn to Grow”, take advantage of our expanded educational resource's Custom-Tailored, Culturally Responsive Content.
Expand access to Capital and Opportunities for Franchise Business Development:
Learn more about “El Mercado”, our marketplace for business networking and resource exchange.
Establish a Meeting “Space” to Engage and Involve Latinos:
Get connected with Franchise Executives and industry leaders at our monthly and yearly conferences, in-person and virtual.
Advocate for a More Inclusive and Create a Legislative Agenda:
Let's work together to make sure that our agenda has an audience at the seat of power.
WHAT WE DO
The Latino Franchise Association (LFA) top priority and goal is to connect the Latino Community in the US with the franchising ecosystem (franchisors, franchisees, suppliers, franchise consultants & brokers) and just about everyone in the franchise industry. Latinos are ready to invest in franchise brands and are great and hard working franchisees.
FRANCHISOR
We support the creation of Latino owned-controlled Franchise Brands. We support franchisors looking to expand in the Latino market.
FRANCHISEES
We provide comprehensive support to franchisees through the opening of new locations in the community to helping them to get new clients.
SUPPLIERS
We connect Suppliers with Franchisors and Franchisees.
ENTREPRENEURS
We educate and support entrepreneurs who are looking to be part of and invest in the franchise industry.
Who We Are
We Are The Future of Franchising and the
Latino Business Community in The United States
Saving the American Economy
Supporting Latino Business Creators Succeed
- Latinos develop new businesses at a faster pace than any other national group in the U.S.
- The accelerated pace and expansion of new franchise business creation can impact intergenerational wealth and prosperity unlike any other business model within the Latino Community.
- Franchising represents a logical next step in the Latino community.
- The “turn-key” approach and team-based management and support are features of the model that can transform Latino business development for decades to come.
FACT: By 2060 the US Latino population is estimated at 128 million, dramatically changing the American economy.
FACT: “The U.S. Latino cohort has accounted for nearly 80% of the net new additions to our labor force during the past decade, while also accounting for 52% of all net new employer businesses, making it our country’s most prolific entrepreneurial cohort.” – Latitude & Latino Donors Collaborative Org.
“With a GDP contribution of 3% to the overall economy in 2022, an overall economic output in nominal dollars reaching over $826B, 8.5 million jobs, and 792,000 establishments, the Franchise Model can no longer be closed to Latinos, the most productive sector of the American economy.” -Rafael Alvarez
We Are 65 Millions of Latinos in the USA
Generating $3.6 Trillion GDP
We are the 5th Largest Global Economy
Sources: The 2024 Latino Donor Collaborative Report, World Bank; U.S. Department of Commerce, Bureau of Economic Analysis; U.S. Department of Commerce, Census Bureau, American Community Survey; and U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, Consumer Expenditure Survey.
Join and Grow with LFA
Our job is to build a franchising community, an environment and ecosystem where everyone can join, connect, partner and advocate for progress through franchises from all industries. We bring the tools, expertise and resources that can help each of our stakeholders (franchisors, franchisees, suppliers, professionals, and entrepreneurs) succeed
Weekly Live Webinars and Training
Learn from the experts. You can grow professionally, expand your business and network with other professionals through our live webinars, courses and workshops.
Franchising Conferences & Events
We gather the most influential leaders in the franchising industry in weekly live, monthly and yearly events. Participate and exhibit in "Franquicias Fest", the largest Latino Franchise Expo in the US.
Membership & Mentoring Programs
Looking to grow faster? Want to connect and understand the Latino Community? You can join our mentoring, personal and business growth LFA Mentoring program. This is a personalized program to help you succeed in the franchising industry.
OUR MEMBERS
FEATURED FRANCHISORS
Join The Cilantro Familia
We’re looking for multi-unit franchisees who want to bring the authentic flavors of Jalisco, Mexico to your hometown.
The premier destination for Rejuvenating and Refining skincare experiences. We are excited to offer franchise opportunities to ambitious entrepreneurs who share our vision of providing exceptional skincare treatments to clients across the country.
Irrigation franchise opportunity for irrigation technicians and current lawn sprinkler business owners. Start your own green industry franchise.
The Original Boudoir Franchise
The Monarch Boudoir Franchise is the first of its kind in the world. We take great pride in being the first to market that is a boudoir specific network of owner-operator franchisee’s, but that's just one of Monarch Boudoir's many assets.
IHOP® leads the family dining category in the USA for brand awareness, menu variety and, of course, has the best pancakes in the business. There are currently over 1,750 IHOP restaurants around the world, including restaurants across all states in the USA, Puerto Rico and Guam as well as Mexico, Canada, Ecuador, Egypt, India, Pakistan, Panama, Peru, UAE and Saudi Arabia.
CoolVu is the manifestation of 30 years of unparalleled success in the residential and commercial architectural window film, surface enhancement, and graphics business.
Listening to the community is how Pedro "Pete" Mora got to where he is now... That and a fleet of vans, a dedicated staff and a whole lot of Fajitas.
We focus in the wellness and health segments. We embrace technologies available to the food service and some that are proprietary to ensure our business model works fluently to meet the unique expectations of today’s consumers
Featured Suppliers
Focus On Your Passion
We're here to support your business, whether it's a startup or an established company, with advisors that specialize in HR & Finance with cross-cultural and cross-border dimensions.
Lawrence Kennedy
Financial Advisor
50 Main Street Suite 1227, White Plains, NY, 10606
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TU ALIADO
PARA HACER NEGOCIOS
EN ESTADOS UNIDOS
Representamos más de 400 franquicias Te ayudamos asegurar tu futuro y el de tu familia.
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The Latino Franchise Association Launch Event
January 27, 2023 at One World Trader Center 64th Floor in New York City
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2023 LFA FRANQUICIAS FEST EXPO
August 4 & 5, 2023 at The Marriott Marquis Hotel in Time Square in New York City
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2023 LFA GOLF TOURNAMENT NYC
August 3, 2023 at The Dunwoodie Golf Course in Yonkers, NY
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2023 LFA YACHT FIESTA NYC
August 4, 2023 at The New York City Harbord in Front of The Statue of Liberty
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