What is the location for the 'Waterbury Experience/Tour' training provided by Ben Jerrys?
Ben_Jerrys Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| SUBJECT | HOURS OF VIRTUAL OR INSTRUCTOR LED TRAINING | HOURS OF ON THE JOB TRAINING | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterbury Experience/Tour | 1:00 | 0 | Ben & Jerry’s Waterbury Facility Waterbury, VT |
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS, AND TRAINING (FDD pages 43–60)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Ben Jerrys's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the 'Waterbury Experience/Tour' is held at the Ben & Jerry’s Waterbury Facility in Waterbury, VT. This training is part of the broader Scoop U training program that Ben Jerrys provides to new franchisees. The 'Waterbury Experience/Tour' is a specific component of the training, lasting approximately one hour.
This tour provides franchisees with an opportunity to visit Ben Jerrys's Waterbury facility, offering a firsthand look at the company's operations and culture. This experience is designed to immerse franchisees in the brand's history, values, and production processes. Understanding these aspects is crucial for franchisees to effectively represent the Ben Jerrys brand and maintain its standards.
Prospective franchisees should note that while the FDD specifies the location for this particular training module, they are responsible for covering their own expenses related to transportation, lodging, and meals during the training period. The Scoop U training program also includes other modules held at Scoop University in South Burlington, VT, indicating that franchisees will need to travel to multiple locations as part of their training.