On what page of the Apricot Lane FDD is the section regarding the training of designated managers located?
Apricot_Lane Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| A. | Grant |
|---|---|
| 2 | |
| B. | Location 2 |
| C. | Initial Franchise Fee3 |
| D. | Initial Franchise Fee for a Second or Additional Franchise Purchased 3 |
| E. | FRANCHISOR's Right to Vary Standards3 |
| SECTION 2: TERRITORY3 | |
| A. | Territory 3 |
| B. | Rights Granted in Territory4 |
| C. | Relocation within Territory4 |
| D. | Opening Additional Franchises by FRANCHISEE4 |
| E. | Temporary, Seasonal, Kiosk, Cart Extensions of Franchised Business or Sale Through Other Distribution Channels4 |
| F. | Use of Premises by FRANCHISEE4 |
| G. | Reservation of Rights5 |
| SECTION 3: TERM AND RENEWAL 5 | |
| A. | Term5 |
| B. | Renewal5 |
| C. | Non-renewal7 |
| SECTION 4: LEASE FOR THE PREMISES 7 | |
| A. | Site Selection and Approval7 |
| B. | Leasing Assistance8 |
| C. | FRANCHISOR Required Lease Clauses9 |
| D. | FRANCHISEE's Lease Negotiation Responsibility9 |
| E. | FRANCHISEE Indemnification of FRANCHISOR9 |
| F. | Relocation of Franchised Business During Term 10 |
| SECTION 5: CONSTRUCTION OF PREMISES 10 | |
| A. | Construction10 |
| B. | Selection of Architect 11 |
| C. | Preparation and Approval of Final Plans12 |
| D. | Selection of General Contractor12 |
| E. | Completion of Construction and Approval of Opening12 |
| SECTION 6: TRAINING AND PRE-OPENING ASSISTANCE13 | |
| A. | Training13 |
| B. | Training of Designated Manager(s)13 |
| C. | Failure to Complete Training13 |
| D. | FRANCHISOR Assistance During Opening 14 |
| E. | Continuing Training Requirements14 |
| F. | National Conventions/Conferences/Seminars/Training15 |
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 51–222)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Apricot Lane FDD, the section pertaining to the training of designated managers is located on page 13. This information is found within Section 6, which covers training and pre-opening assistance. Specifically, subsection B of Section 6 is dedicated to the training of designated managers.
This section is important for prospective franchisees as it outlines the training requirements and opportunities for managers beyond the initial franchisee training. It clarifies the conditions under which Apricot Lane will provide training to new or additional managers, and it also states that Apricot Lane is not obligated to provide the initial training program to the franchisee's managers if they are designated after the initial training.
Furthermore, the FDD states that Apricot Lane may charge the franchisee for training additional managers at the then-current rates published in the Confidential Operations Manual. The franchisee is also responsible for ensuring that new managers sign a Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreement before starting training and for covering all expenses related to the training, including travel, accommodation, and salaries. This section provides a clear understanding of the costs and obligations associated with manager training, enabling franchisees to plan accordingly.