Franchise Businesses
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"Information from the Economic Census illustrates the significant contribution franchise businesses make that touches nearly every U.S. community. The partnership forged between the IFA and the Census Bureau will ensure the high quality and importance of the data from the upcoming 2012 Economic Census."
- Thomas L. Mesenbourg Jr., Acting Director, U.S. Census Bureau
Information for Franchise Owners
- View the 2012 Economic Census forms and franchising question for franchise industries
- A video message from International Franchise Association CEO Steve Caldeira
- A video message from Acting Director Tom Mesenbourg
Help Us Get the Word Out
Franchise Data Highlights
- Franchise industry snapshots
- 2007 franchise establishments news release, presentation [1mb ppt], and flyer [pdf]
- 2007 franchise establishments report from the 2007 Economic Census
- Reports from the International Franchise Association
| Key Dates | |
|---|---|
| Any time | Economic Census collects data that benefits your business |
| Nov 2012 | Economic Census forms coming to some businesses in November, most in mid December |
| Dec 2012 | Watch for your form |
| Jan 2013 | Complete your form. Your industry / community is counting on you |
| Feb 12, 2013 | Forms due. In a pinch? 30-day extensions are available |
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