What is the Convention/National Conference Fee for a Bens Soft Pretzels franchise?
Bens_Soft_Pretzels Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type of Fee | Amount | Due Date | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Convention/National Conference Fee | Currently $500 | When Invoiced | You must pay a convention registration fee of $500 regardless of whether you attend. |
Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES (FDD pages 12–16)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bens Soft Pretzels's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees must pay a Convention/National Conference Fee. This fee is currently $500, due when invoiced, and is required regardless of whether the franchisee attends the convention.
Franchisees should note that participation in up to five days per calendar year of refresher training in the operations and marketing of the Store may take place at an annual convention or business meeting of franchisees which Bens Soft Pretzels can require franchisees to attend once per calendar year. Currently there is a required $500 fee for the annual convention per franchisee. There is no fee for additional training programs or meetings, but you must pay all your travel and living expenses.
It is important to note that this fee is non-refundable and uniformly imposed, although Bens Soft Pretzels may reduce, defer, or waive such fees if warranted by a unique or compelling situation. This fee is in addition to any travel and living expenses the franchisee incurs to attend the convention.