What responsibilities does the Managing Owner have for a 7 Brew store?
7_Brew Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
cur within a reasonable time, not to exceed six (6) months from the date of death or disability, and is subject to all terms and conditions in this Section 16. A failure to transfer such interest within this time period is a breach of this Agreement.
(2) Operation upon Death or Disability
If, upon the death or disability of your Managing Owner, the Store's day-to-day operations are not being managed by a certified manager, then you or the Representative (as applicable) must within a reasonable time, not to exceed sixty (60) days from the date of death or disability, appoint a new manager to operate the Store. The new manager must at your expense satisfactorily complete the training we designate within the time period we specify.
F. Effect of Consent to Transfer
Our consent to any transfer is not a representation of the fairness of any contract terms between you (or your owner) and the transferee, a guarantee of the Store's or transferee's prospects of success, or a waiver of any claims we have against you (or your owners) or of our right to demand full compliance with this Agreement.
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Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 82–83)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 FDD, the Managing Owner of a 7 Brew store has several key responsibilities. One of the most critical is ensuring the store's day-to-day operations are managed by a certified manager. If the Managing Owner dies or becomes disabled and a certified manager is not in place, the owner or their representative must appoint a new manager within 60 days. This new manager must then complete the training that 7 Brew designates.
In addition to managerial oversight, the Managing Owner, or another approved representative, may attend an annual meeting of all 7 Brew franchisees for up to four days. The franchisee is responsible for all travel, room, and board expenses (TRE) to attend, as well as any meeting fees that 7 Brew charges. This attendance allows the owner to stay informed about the brand's direction and network with other franchisees.
Furthermore, the franchisee retains complete responsibility and authority for the store's management and operation. This includes following the Brand Standards that 7 Brew establishes and modifies, which may require additional capital investment and higher operating costs. The franchisee is also responsible for notifying store personnel that they are the employer and that 7 Brew, as the franchisor, is not responsible for employment-related activities such as hiring, firing, and setting wages.