Is using electronic signatures optional when executing the Atwell Suites license agreement?
Atwell_Suites Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
This License may, at IHG's option, be executed via electronic signature. In such event, Licensee acknowledges that conducting this transaction using electronic means is optional and is not a condition to executing this License. By electronically signing this paragraph, Licensee agrees to conduct this transaction using electronic means, which includes the transmittal of electronic communications and the execution of the agreement using an electronic signature. Licensee further agrees that the parties' electronic signatures are valid and create a binding and enforceable agreement. If Licensee does not agree to conduct the transaction electronically and does not agree to execute the agreement using an electronic signature, Licensee must promptly notify IHG and IHG will provide Licensee with a non-electronic License.
Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 99–486)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Atwell Suites Franchise Disclosure Document, the use of electronic signatures is optional when executing the license agreement. IHG's option allows for the license to be executed via electronic signature. The franchisee acknowledges that using electronic means is not a requirement for executing the license.
By electronically signing the agreement, the franchisee agrees to conduct the transaction through electronic communication and the use of electronic signatures. This agreement confirms that the electronic signatures are valid and create a binding and enforceable contract.
If a franchisee does not agree to conduct the transaction electronically or use an electronic signature, they must promptly notify IHG. IHG will then provide the franchisee with a non-electronic license, ensuring that franchisees have the option to sign a physical document instead.