Don Daszkowski

About Don

Don is a serial entrepreneur and the Founder/CEO of IFPG. For more than 15 years, he has led the development of platforms to help franchise professionals better their businesses. Along with his innovative team at IFPG, Don has raised the bar industry-wide in the franchise sales process. Don’s work through IFPG has received many accolades, including being named the top franchise broker organization by Entrepreneur Magazine in both 2019 and 2020.

Don’s history in franchising started when he founded Business Mart, Inc. in 2006. It became one of the fastest-growing small business and franchise search engines and was later acquired by a publicly-traded company. Prior to founding Business Mart, Don worked at many top marketing agencies in New York City servicing Fortune 500 Companies such as Sony, Dell, Procter & Gamble and more. Don has also worked as a licensed commercial real estate agent, a business broker, and a technology advisor.

Don is highly respected in the industry for his innovative work and authentic leadership. He has been featured in Entrepreneur, Franchise Update, Franchising World, Franchising USA magazines. He is a regular contributor to Forbes Business Council and Business.com. Don is a dedicated advocate for franchising and a major supporter of the IFA.  He is also a max donor for IFA's FranPac, which helps to protect the franchise model and all involved in the franchise industry.

Don's insights on IFPG

“Since 2005, I have been helping people fulfill their dream of business ownership. It is an honor to serve our members and offer them the tools and support they need to help people change their lives through franchising.”