IFPG Secures Seventh Consecutive Top Ranking as Leading Franchise Broker Organization

The International Franchise Professionals Group (IFPG) has maintained its position as the premier franchise broker organization, earning the top spot on Entrepreneur magazine's Top Franchise Suppliers list for the seventh consecutive year. This recognition, featured in the September/October 2025 issue of Entrepreneur magazine and available online at Entrepreneur's franchise suppliers ranking, underscores IFPG's consistent performance and industry dominance in the competitive franchise consulting sector.

The ranking system, which evaluates service providers across 13 different categories, brings attention to the critical role suppliers play in supporting franchise systems. Entrepreneur's editor-in-chief Jason Feifer emphasized that exceptional suppliers are fundamental to franchise success, stating that the list identifies partners who consistently deliver the expertise and support that separate thriving franchise systems from struggling ones. The recognition is particularly significant because it's based on direct feedback from franchisors themselves, rather than self-nomination or subjective evaluation.

IFPG CEO and Founder Don Daszkowski expressed continued enthusiasm for the recognition, noting that while the organization has received multiple awards, each acknowledgment serves as validation of the team's commitment to continual improvement. The achievement reflects IFPG's sustained excellence in an industry where supplier performance directly impacts franchise success rates and system growth. For aspiring franchise owners, working with a top-ranked broker organization like IFPG can mean access to better franchise opportunities, more comprehensive support, and higher likelihood of business success.

In addition to the overall organizational recognition, IFPG's signature annual conference, the IFPG Retreat, was named a Top Franchise Event for the second consecutive year. The three-day gathering brings together hundreds of leading consultants, franchisors, and suppliers for workshops, networking, and presentations. IFPG President Red Boswell attributed the event's success to the quality of IFPG's franchise consultants, stating that having the best consultants naturally leads to outstanding events and results.

The ranking methodology involved surveying more than 1,100 franchise brands, ranging from emerging concepts to established industry leaders. Participants identified which suppliers they and their franchisees work with and rated their satisfaction across multiple criteria including quality, cost, and value. Each supplier received a composite score based on these survey results, with the highest-scoring organizations earning rankings within their respective categories. This data-driven approach ensures that the rankings reflect actual franchisor experiences and satisfaction levels rather than popularity or marketing influence.

The continued recognition of IFPG signals important trends in the franchise industry, particularly the growing importance of professional brokerage services in connecting qualified candidates with appropriate franchise opportunities. As franchising becomes increasingly complex and competitive, the role of experienced consultants in matching aspiring business owners with suitable concepts becomes more critical. IFPG's seventh consecutive top ranking demonstrates that consistent performance and ethical practices remain valued by franchisors who depend on broker networks for system growth and development.

For the franchise industry overall, IFPG's sustained leadership establishes benchmarks for quality and professionalism in broker services. The organization's focus on training, certification, and ethical standards contributes to raising industry standards while providing franchisors with reliable partners for expansion. The recognition also highlights the importance of supplier networks in franchise ecosystem development, where quality support services contribute significantly to franchisee success rates and system stability.