IFPG Secures Seventh Consecutive Top Ranking as Leading Franchise Broker Organization

The International Franchise Professionals Group (IFPG) has maintained its dominant position in the franchise industry by securing the No. 1 spot on Entrepreneur magazine's Top Franchise Suppliers list for the seventh consecutive year. This prestigious recognition, featured in the September/October 2025 issue of Entrepreneur magazine and available online, highlights IFPG's consistent performance and industry leadership among franchise broker organizations.

IFPG CEO and Founder Don Daszkowski expressed enthusiasm about the repeated recognition, stating that while the honor has become familiar, it continues to validate the organization's commitment to excellence and continuous improvement. The ranking system, which evaluates suppliers across 13 different categories, brings attention to the critical support network that enables franchise systems to thrive.

In addition to the top organizational ranking, IFPG's signature annual conference, the IFPG Retreat, was named a Top Franchise Event for the second consecutive year. The Retreat serves as the organization's largest gathering, attracting hundreds of leading franchise consultants, franchisors, and suppliers for three days of workshops, networking opportunities, and presentations. IFPG President Red Boswell emphasized that the event's success stems directly from the quality of IFPG's franchise consultants, whom he described as the best in the industry.

The Entrepreneur Top Franchise Suppliers ranking methodology relies on comprehensive survey data collected from franchisors themselves. This year, more than 1,100 franchise brands participated in the evaluation process, providing feedback on their satisfaction with suppliers' services across multiple criteria including quality, cost, and overall value. Each supplier received a composite score based on these survey results, with the highest-performing organizations ranked within their respective categories.

Entrepreneur Editor-in-Chief Jason Feifer highlighted the importance of supplier networks in franchise success, noting that behind every successful franchise system exists a network of exceptional suppliers who provide the expertise and support necessary for growth. The ranking system, based directly on franchisor feedback, identifies partners who consistently deliver the services that distinguish thriving franchise systems from struggling ones.

The continued recognition of IFPG as the leading franchise broker organization signals important implications for the broader franchise industry. For aspiring franchise owners, working with a top-ranked broker organization like IFPG provides assurance of quality guidance and ethical practices throughout the franchise selection process. For franchisors, the ranking validates IFPG as a reliable partner for connecting with qualified franchise candidates who are well-matched to their brand requirements.

Industry observers note that seven consecutive years of top rankings demonstrates remarkable consistency in service quality and client satisfaction. This sustained excellence positions IFPG as a standard-bearer for the franchise brokerage industry, potentially influencing industry practices and expectations for professional standards. The recognition also reinforces the growing importance of third-party validation in an industry where trust and reliability are paramount considerations for both franchisors and franchisees.

Readers interested in viewing the complete Top Franchise Suppliers list can access it through Entrepreneur's franchise section, which provides comprehensive rankings and additional industry insights. The recognition comes at a time when franchise growth continues to be a significant driver of small business development, making reliable broker services increasingly valuable to both established and emerging franchise brands.