What are 'Telephone Companies' in the context of the Baya Bar Franchise Agreement?

I am unable to define "Telephone Companies" based on the excerpts from Baya Bar's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document. While the document mentions "Telephone Listings" in the context of franchisee responsibilities for advertising and listings related to the franchised business, it does not define or provide specific details about what constitutes "Telephone Companies" or their role in the franchise agreement.

Item 22 discusses the franchisee's interest in telephone numbers and listings, indicating that franchisees will acquire rights to telephone numbers and directory listings related to their Baya Bar franchise. Upon termination of the Franchise Agreement, the franchisee must transfer these telephone listings. However, the document does not elaborate on the nature of the agreements with telephone companies or the specific obligations of either the franchisee or the franchisor in relation to these companies.

To fully understand the relationship between Baya Bar, its franchisees, and telephone companies, a prospective franchisee should seek clarification from the franchisor regarding the following: What specific telephone companies are typically used or recommended? What are the standard terms and conditions of service agreements with these companies? Are there any negotiated rates or preferred vendor relationships in place? What support or guidance does Baya Bar provide in managing telephone listings and related services?