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Patrick Kaufmann joins DDIFO Board of Directors

Author: Jim Coen
November 7, 2008
Category: Franchising in general

Professor and Chair of Boston University’s Marketing Department and renowned expert on Franchising

The DD Independent Franchise Owners Group, which represents the largest association of Dunkin’ Donuts franchise owners in the U.S., is pleased to announce the addition of Professor Patrick Kaufmann to its Board of Directors.

Kaufmann holds a BA in Economics from Georgetown University, a JD from Boston College Law School, an MBA from Wharton, and a Ph.D. in Marketing from Northwestern University. Prior to joining Boston University, he was on the faculty of the Harvard Business School and Georgia State University, and practiced law in Boston.

Professor Kaufmann is on the executive committee of the International Society of Franchising; he chaired the organization in 1992. He has also served as a member of the Education Committee of the International Franchise Association and is a member of the New England Franchise Network.

Kaufmann says, "I am delighted to be joining the DDIFO Board and to have the opportunity to work with the Dunkin’ Donuts franchisees. I look forward to assisting the DDIFO Board in its efforts to help franchisees operate profitably in this difficult economic environment."

Kevin McCarthy, the Chairman of the Board of the DDIFO, echoes Professor Kaufmann’s comments, "We are delighted to have Professor Kaufmann join our Board. Pat’s impressive professional background, combined with his collaborative and creative business style, makes for an excellent strategic fit with both the mission and franchisee membership of DDIFO".