Welcome

The Blue Roof Franchisee Association, a member association representing IHOP Franchisees, was formed in 2010 as an independent voice and support for IHOP franchisees,to promote the owners’ profitability and equity, and find new ways to leverage our strength.

BRFA Mission Statement: To represent IHOP Franchisees with the Franchisor, government and other entities, and employ our collective leverage to improve Franchisee profitability, restaurant operations and brand strength.

Represent and advocate for the best interests of the franchise owners with the Franchisor. Influence brand strategy from our Franchise owners’ perspective. Respect, aid, empower the Franchisor.
Pursue initiatives to improve profitability, operations, and the financial health and welfare of franchisees.
Impact government affairs in the best interest of both small and large franchise business owners. Seek to join forces strategically with other franchisee groups and industry associations.

Contact BRFA

BRFA Staff Members

John Jordan, Executive Director, jjordan@brfa.net | 720.504.8484
Jordan Bennett, jbennett@dci-kansascity.com | 913.387.5607

Board of Directors Click here if you would like to be contacted by a board member.

BRFA 2019 Conference Presentations

Recent News

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Server Banking Implementation Schedule

Dine Brands looks to acquire a regional chain

Dine Brands Inc. CEO Steve Joyce is on the lookout for a third restaurant brand to add to the current portfolio of Applebee’s and IHOP, and Joyce outlined some of the criteria he’d want in a third brand.

Power-Sharing by Franchisors and Franchisees: What Works Best?
An artcle by Trinity Capital outlining the benefits of Franchisee Associations