Does AFURI OLDTOWN LLC provide training services to Afuri Ramen Dumpling franchisees?
Afuri_Ramen_Dumpling Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
AFURI OLDTOWN LLC ("AFURI OLDTOWN"), an Oregon limited liability company, is an affiliate of ours. Its principal business address is 12555 SW 1st St., Beaverton, Oregon 97005. It has operated a restaurant in Beaverton, Oregon that is concept to the franchise we offer since Jan 2022. It may provide certain training services to our franchisees. AFURI OLDTOWN has never offered franchises in this or any other lines of business.
Source: Item 1 — The Franchisor, and Any Parents, Predecessors and Affiliates (FDD pages 7–9)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Afuri Ramen Dumpling's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, AFURI OLDTOWN LLC, an affiliate of Afuri Franchise Inc., may provide certain training services to Afuri Ramen Dumpling franchisees. AFURI OLDTOWN LLC has been operating a restaurant in Beaverton, Oregon, that aligns with the Afuri Ramen Dumpling franchise concept since January 2022.
This suggests that while AFURI OLDTOWN LLC is authorized to provide training, it is not guaranteed. The franchisor uses "may" which indicates it is discretionary. A prospective franchisee should confirm with Afuri Ramen Dumpling the specific training responsibilities of AFURI OLDTOWN LLC and what other training resources are available.
It is common in franchising for franchisors to utilize affiliated entities to assist with various aspects of franchise support, including training. This allows the franchisor to leverage the operational experience and expertise within its network. However, the exact scope and nature of the training provided by AFURI OLDTOWN LLC would need to be clarified during the due diligence process.