Is attendance at the Americas Best Value Inn Brand Conference mandatory for franchisees?
Americas_Best_Value_Inn Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Besides attending these courses, you must attend the Brand Conference (which will be convened no less frequently than every 24 months) at a location we designate. All training and the Brand Conference may be held virtually, in our sole discretion. Attendance will not be required for more than five days during any calendar year.
Source: Item 11 — **FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS, AND TRAINING (FDD pages 44–54)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Americas Best Value Inn FDD, attendance at the Brand Conference is required. Franchisees must attend the Brand Conference, which is convened no less frequently than every 24 months at a location designated by Americas Best Value Inn.
The FDD also states that all training and the Brand Conference may be held virtually, at the sole discretion of Americas Best Value Inn. The FDD specifies that attendance at required training and the Brand Conference will not be required for more than five days during any calendar year.
Prospective franchisees should note that while attendance is mandatory, Americas Best Value Inn retains the right to determine the location and format (in-person or virtual) of the Brand Conference. Franchisees should factor in potential travel costs if the conference is held in person, although these are capped by the five-day annual limit for required training.