IFPG (International Franchise Professionals Group)
IFPG is a membership network of franchise brokers, consultants, franchisors, and lenders — a directory point for finding an independent franchise consultant rather than a single-brand referral service.
Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Parlin, NJ, IFPG is a membership organization with 1,700+ members spanning franchise brokers, consultants, franchisors, and lenders. Unlike a single consulting firm, IFPG functions as an industry network and directory — prospective franchise buyers can find an independent, IFPG-member consultant near them, and franchisors use it to reach vetted broker networks. IFPG states it does not take referral fees itself, distinguishing its role from the individual brokers who are its members (who are typically paid by franchisors on a successful placement).
Why we recommend it
Useful as a directory of independent consultants rather than a single firm's pitch — good for comparison-shopping a consultant.
Pros
- +1,700+ member network — broad selection of independent consultants
- +Recognized by Entrepreneur as a top franchise broker network multiple years running
Watch-outs
- –A membership directory, not a single accountable service — quality varies by which member consultant you work with
- –Individual member consultants are typically paid by franchisors, the standard broker conflict