CAFA A forum for franchising professionals in the Washington/Baltimore Metro Area The Capital Area Franchise Association is the only membership-based organization serving franchisors and franchise service suppliers in the Baltimore/Washington metropolitan area. Established in 1989, CAFA provides an interactive forum that promotes executive development and provides networking opportunities for members and their guests. Members are committed to supporting the growth of franchising and include senior franchise executives, master franchisees and representatives of franchise service suppliers. Business executives interested in utilizing the franchise model in their strategic plan are encouraged to join. The format for these exchanges is regularly scheduled luncheon meetings. Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of alternating months and feature a program with guest speaker (s) addressing a topic of particular interest to the franchise industry.