Franchising is one of the most powerful, and often overlooked, drivers of global entrepreneurship. The Tariq Farid Franchise Institute positions Babson at the forefront of this conversation, producing and amplifying thought leadership that shapes how franchising is understood, taught, and practiced.
Through media engagement, research, and industry collaboration, the Institute brings forward expert insights on evolving franchise models, market dynamics, and pathways to ownership and growth—helping to expand awareness of franchising as a critical engine of economic and entrepreneurial impact.