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How many times in a calendar year can Bambu require in-person attendance at additional training courses or programs?

Bambu Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

  • b. Bambu also has the right to require Franchisee, the Bambū Certified Team Leaders and other designated employees to attend and satisfactorily complete training and certification courses from time to time, including online training, and other continuing development programs and meetings that Bambu may periodically choose to provide at times and locations Bambu shall designate. Bambu shall give Franchisee at least 30 days prior written notice of any training courses or programs which are deemed mandatory. Bambu shall not require in-person attendance at additional training courses or programs more than two times, totaling five days, in any calendar year; provided that additional training shall be mandatory for all new Bambū Certified Team Leaders, regardless of the number of prior additional training sessions conducted for Franchisee. Franchisee (or, if Franchisee is not an individual, an owner designated by Bambu) shall attend an annual convention of franchise owners. Bambu may also require Franchisee to attend additional training specifically for Franchisee if Bambu deems it necessary or appropriate in its discretion. Franchisee will be responsible for all traveling, lodging, and meal expenses which are associated with attendance at any mandatory training program and the annual convention. Bambu reserves the right to charge a fee or tuition based on its then-current published rate for any training that Franchisee requests or that Bambu requires specific to Franchisee.

Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 52–209)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to Bambu's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Bambu can require franchisees, Bambū Certified Team Leaders, and other designated employees to attend training and certification courses, including online training and other continuing development programs. Bambu must provide at least 30 days' prior written notice for any mandatory training courses or programs.

However, Bambu will not require in-person attendance at additional training courses or programs more than two times in any calendar year, with the total duration of these sessions not exceeding five days. This limitation does not apply to additional training required for all new Bambū Certified Team Leaders, regardless of the number of prior additional training sessions conducted for the franchisee.

The franchisee (or a designated owner) must also attend an annual convention of franchise owners. The franchisee is responsible for all traveling, lodging, and meal expenses associated with attending any mandatory training program and the annual convention. Bambu reserves the right to charge a fee or tuition for any training that the franchisee requests or that Bambu requires specifically for the franchisee.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document and is provided for research purposes only. It does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decisions.