What is the Beard Papas franchisor's discretion in determining the content of the 'Annual System Conference'?
Beard_Papas Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Franchisor shall designate and determine whether or not an Annual System Conference shall occur and, if one is established in any particular year, the dates, content and location of the Annual System Conference.
The Annual System Conference shall be for a duration of not more than three consecutive days per calendar year.
Franchisee is responsible for all costs and expenses associated with Franchisee's travel to and attendance at the Annual System Conference.
- "Approved Services and Products" shall have the meaning defined in the "Recitals" section of this Agreement and shall further refer to and mean those products and services that Franchisor authorizes for sale by Beard Papa's Shops.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 58–275)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Beard Papas Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisor has significant control over the Annual System Conference. Beard Papas determines whether the conference will occur in any given year, as well as the dates, content, and location of the conference.
The Annual System Conference, if held, is intended to facilitate networking among Beard Papa's shop franchisees and provide general education. The conference will not exceed three consecutive days per calendar year.
The franchisee is responsible for all costs associated with attending the Annual System Conference, including travel and attendance expenses. The franchisor's discretion over the conference content means that franchisees have limited input regarding the topics covered or the structure of the event.