Does 1 800 Packouts have the discretion to formulate advertising or promotional programs?

According to the 2025 1 800 Packouts Franchise Disclosure Document, 1 800 Packouts retains the sole discretion to formulate, develop, produce, and conduct advertising or promotional programs. These programs can be in any form and media that 1 800 Packouts determines to be most effective. 1 800 Packouts may also offer franchisees the opportunity to purchase approved advertising and promotional materials, such as signs, posters, and other collateral, that 1 800 Packouts has prepared. 1 800 Packouts or its affiliates retain all copyrights related to these advertising materials.

This means that while franchisees are required to engage in local advertising and marketing tailored to their specific territory, 1 800 Packouts maintains control over the broader advertising and promotional strategies. Franchisees must also obtain written approval from 1 800 Packouts before using any advertising or marketing materials that feature 1 800 Packouts's marks. This ensures that all advertising aligns with the brand's standards and requirements, as outlined in the manuals. 1 800 Packouts has the final say on the creative development of advertising and promotional messages and can require franchisees to discontinue using any advertising or marketing materials.

Additionally, 1 800 Packouts may establish regional advertising cooperatives where multiple franchised businesses are located. These cooperatives, formed, modified, or dissolved at 1 800 Packouts's discretion, administer advertising programs and develop marketing materials for their respective areas, subject to 1 800 Packouts's approval. Franchisees are required to participate in these cooperatives and contribute financially as determined by the cooperative. 1 800 Packouts may also establish a franchisee advisory council to facilitate communication between the company and its franchisees regarding marketing activities, with franchisees expected to participate and cover associated expenses.