Which section of the Aerus Franchise Agreement details the franchisee's responsibilities for initial and ongoing training?
Aerus Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
ISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS AND TRAINING**
Except as listed below, we are not required to provide you with any assistance.
Pre-Opening Obligations: Before you open your Franchised Business:
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- We will provide to you a copy of the Manuals prior to the Opening Date during the initial training. (Franchise Agreement Section 1).
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- We will identify any modifications or improvements to the premises of any Approved Location, if any, which you must make at your expense. (Franchise Agreement Section 1).
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Source: Item 9 — Franchisee's Obligations (FDD pages 33–34)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Aerus's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Item 11 references multiple sections of the Franchise Agreement related to franchisee responsibilities for initial and ongoing training. Specifically, Franchise Agreement Section 1 is mentioned in relation to receiving a copy of the manuals during initial training, and Franchise Agreement Section 10 is referenced regarding the replenishment of consigned products.
Item 11 also details that Aerus or its affiliates conduct the training program, supervised by Aerus' President, Kevin Hickey. The training is provided by various instructors and franchisees, including the Vice President of Sales Operations, Director of Sales Operations, and Director of National Service for administration, accounting, inventory control, and FOAS training. Additional training on sales and service personnel development, real estate and marketing, advertising and database management, store opening assistance, and Standard Product Training is provided by the Executive Vice President- Sales, Area and Regional Director of Franchising, other executives, other regional franchise directors, and franchise owners.
Prospective Aerus franchisees should note that while Aerus does not charge tuition or fees for training-related materials for initial training programs, franchisees are responsible for all training-related expenses, including travel, lodging, local transportation, meals, and wages for all attendees. Furthermore, the Operating Principal and General Manager must successfully complete initial training to Aerus's satisfaction before the Opening Date, but no later than 6 months after signing the Franchise Agreement. Failure to complete the initial training can result in the termination of the Franchise Agreement.