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Social Franchisor Michael Seid Elected to IFA Board of Directors

MSA Worldwide

Social Franchising is a relatively new adaptation of commercial franchising’s methods, and uses the structures, support, and standards of commercial franchising to deliver essential products and services (healthcare, safe drinking water, sanitation, clean energy, education, etc.)

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Franchising For-Benefits: Emergence of the ‘Fourth Sector’

MSA Worldwide

This new model of social franchising will dramatically accelerate the growth of the fourth sector by facilitating the replication of proven for-benefit businesses. MSA Worldwide is also engaged with leaders of economic development initiatives in American cities to advise on the use of franchising to revitalize low-income communities.

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IFA, MSA Worldwide Announce Franchise Certification Partnership

MSA Worldwide

Based on the groundbreaking graduate school course developed by Michael Seid, Managing Director, MSA Worldwide, for the Fisher College of Business at The Ohio State University, “ Understanding the Dynamics and Requirements of Commercial and Social Franchising ” is a thirteen-week, self-directed virtual CFE course for franchise professionals.

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Think Different (and Big)

MSA Worldwide

While there are an increasing number of social enterprises meeting social needs, most are operating at a scale far too small to make a meaningful dent in global problems. Social franchising offers a model for far greater reach and impact. How Can Franchising Change the Development Landscape? Get Strategic Advice