Does Aw specify the time of the supplemental training, seminars, regional franchise meetings or webinars?
Aw Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- 5.3 Supplemental Education. We may from time to time provide, and may require, that you, your Owners and/or managers attend and successfully complete supplemental training, seminars, regional franchise meetings or webinars to be conducted at times and locations designated by us. We may charge a tuition fee for any such training, seminars, meetings or webinars and you will be responsible for all expenses incurred by you, your Owners and/or your managers in attending these programs.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 39–40)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Aw's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Aw may require franchisees, owners, and/or managers to attend supplemental training, seminars, regional franchise meetings, or webinars. The FDD states that these events will be conducted at times and locations designated by Aw.
Aw retains the discretion to decide when and where these supplemental educational programs will take place. Aw may charge a tuition fee for any such training, seminars, meetings, or webinars. Franchisees are responsible for all expenses incurred by them, their owners, and/or their managers in attending these programs.
Prospective franchisees should inquire about the frequency, duration, location, and costs associated with these supplemental training programs to fully understand the ongoing training obligations and financial implications of owning an Aw franchise. Understanding these details will help in budgeting and planning for continuous professional development within the franchise.