What is the financial threshold for the Learning & Development allocation cap for Atwell Suites?

According to Atwell Suites's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Learning & Development allocation is capped if the value-add and specialist training exceeds a certain percentage of the hotel's total salaries and wages budget. Specifically, if the cost of this training goes above 2% of the hotel's total salaries and wages budget, then the Learning & Development allocation is capped at that 2% level. This budget is intended to cover IHG Value-Add and Specialist learning offers, as well as the personal development of hotel employees through various training programs, including virtual and e-learning options.

For a prospective Atwell Suites franchisee, this means carefully managing the training budget to stay within the 2% threshold of total salaries and wages. Exceeding this limit will result in the Learning & Development allocation being capped, potentially affecting the scope and quality of training programs available to hotel staff. Franchisees should therefore prioritize cost-effective training solutions and closely monitor their spending in this area.

This policy ensures that training expenses remain aligned with the overall financial health of the hotel. By capping the allocation, Atwell Suites aims to balance the need for employee development with the importance of maintaining profitability. Franchisees need to be aware of this limitation and plan their training programs accordingly to maximize the value received within the allocated budget.