Is an Aplus developer allowed to employ any 'Blocked Person' as defined in the agreement?
Aplus Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
- 11.2.6. You represent that neither your property nor any interest in your property, nor the property of any of your Owners, officers, directors, managers, partners, agents or employees, or their respective interests therein, have been blocked pursuant to Executive Order 13224 of September 23, 2001, pertaining to persons who commit, threaten to commit, or support terrorism ("Blocked Persons"). You represent and warrant to Franchisor that you will not accept money from or employ any Blocked Person.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 68)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Aplus's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, an Aplus developer is prohibited from employing any 'Blocked Person'. The agreement stipulates that the developer represents and warrants to Aplus that they will not accept money from or employ any Blocked Person.
A 'Blocked Person' is defined as someone whose property or interests in property have been blocked pursuant to Executive Order 13224 of September 23, 2001, pertaining to persons who commit, threaten to commit, or support terrorism. This representation is part of the overall agreement between Aplus and the developer.
This clause ensures that Aplus does not inadvertently associate with or support individuals or entities involved in terrorism, maintaining the integrity and reputation of the Aplus brand. It also places a responsibility on the developer to conduct due diligence in their hiring practices to ensure compliance with this requirement.