Who is responsible for travel and living expenses incurred while attending the Aw Annual Conference?
Aw Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
We may hold an Annual Conference of franchisees. You (or your approved Owner) and/or your operating manager must attend the Annual Conference. You must pay us the Annual Conference registration fee even if you fail to attend. You must pay the travel and living expenses you and any manager incur in attending the Annual Conference. However, we are not obligated to conduct an Annual Conference.
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS AND TRAINING (FDD pages 22–29)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Aw's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are responsible for covering travel and living expenses for themselves and their managers when attending the Annual Conference. The franchisee must also pay the Annual Conference registration fee, even if they do not attend the conference. However, Aw is not obligated to hold an Annual Conference.
This means that as an Aw franchisee, you should budget for these expenses when planning for the Annual Conference. These costs can include transportation, accommodation, meals, and other incidental expenses. It's important to note that attendance at the Annual Conference is mandatory for the franchisee or an approved owner and/or the operating manager.
Since Aw is not obligated to conduct an Annual Conference, franchisees should inquire about the frequency and location of these conferences to better estimate potential travel costs. Understanding the typical location and duration of the conference can help in financial planning and budgeting for these mandatory events.