Is attendance at annual training conferences and seminars optional for Best Brains franchisees?
Best_Brains Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type of Fee | Amount | Due Date | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Conference Fee | $500 per year | $125 per month in January – May of each year | You shall attend annual training conferences and seminars as we specify. You agree that we can charge you this fee. If you attend our annual conference, we will refund this amount to you in full. FA Sec. 5(P). |
Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES (FDD pages 11–15)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Best Brains' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, attendance at annual training conferences and seminars is not optional. The FDD states that franchisees "shall attend annual training conferences and seminars as we specify." This means Best Brains requires franchisees to attend these events.
Best Brains charges an annual conference fee of $500 per year, which is paid in installments of $125 per month from January to May. However, the FDD indicates that if a franchisee attends the annual conference, Best Brains will refund the full $500. This suggests that while attendance is mandatory, franchisees are not out-of-pocket for the conference fee if they comply with the attendance requirement.
It is important for prospective franchisees to factor this mandatory training into their business planning, considering the time commitment and travel expenses associated with attending the annual conference, even though the conference fee is refundable upon attendance. Franchisees should inquire with Best Brains about the location, duration, and specific content of these annual training events to fully understand the expectations and benefits of attending.