To whom must a Beard Papas franchisee provide written proof of compliance with the terms of the Franchise Agreement?

According to Beard Papas's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee will operate their shops in strict compliance with the terms and conditions of each respective Franchise Agreement. While the FDD excerpt states that the franchisee must operate in strict compliance with the Franchise Agreement, it does not specify to whom the franchisee must provide written proof of this compliance.

However, the FDD does state that a Beard Papas franchisee must provide written notice to Beard Papas of a proposed transfer of the Franchise Agreement at least 30 days prior to the transfer. Additionally, if a franchisee seeks to transfer their interests in the lease or leased premises, they must request written consent from Beard Papas.

Because the FDD excerpts do not explicitly state to whom a Beard Papas franchisee must provide written proof of compliance, it would be prudent for a prospective franchisee to ask the franchisor directly about any requirements for submitting proof of compliance and the specific procedures for doing so.