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During the operation of my Bigfoot Forestry business, will Bigfoot Forestry provide guidance and recommendations to improve my business?

Bigfoot_Forestry Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

[Item 11: FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS AND TRAINING]

During the operation of your Bigfoot Forestry Business, we will:

    1. Provide our guidance and recommendations to improve the operation of your Business. (§6.3)
    1. Provide periodic training programs, as discussed below under "Training Program". (§5.3)
    1. Maintain a corporate website to promote our brand and a local webpage to promote your Business, as discussed below under "Advertising and Marketing". (§6.6 & 10.3)
    1. Administer the Brand Fund, as discussed below under "Advertising and Marketing". (§10.1)
    1. Provide you with our suggested retail pricing. You may deviate from our suggested retail pricing at your discretion. (§11.6)

During the operation of your Bigfoot Forestry Business, we may, but need not:

    1. Conduct periodic field visits to provide onsite consultation, assistance and guidance pertaining to the operation and management of your Business. (§6.4)
    1. Refer you projects from National Account customers involving job sites located in your Territory, as further discussed below under "National Accounts". (§6.5)
    1. Develop new Bigfoot Forestry Services or related merchandise or retail items that you may sell. (§6.8)
    1. Negotiate purchase agreements with suppliers to obtain favorable pricing. We may also purchase items in bulk and resell them to you at our cost plus shipping and a reasonable markup. (§6.7)
    1. Host periodic conferences to discuss relevant business and operational issues such as industry changes or new equipment, services, products, technology or marketing strategies. (§5.6)
    1. Provide additional training or assistance you request, as discussed below under "Training Program". (§5.3)

Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS AND TRAINING (FDD pages 22–29)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to the 2025 Bigfoot Forestry FDD, Bigfoot Forestry will provide guidance and recommendations to improve the operation of your business. This support is part of the ongoing assistance Bigfoot Forestry offers to its franchisees.

Bigfoot Forestry may also conduct periodic field visits to provide on-site consultation, assistance, and guidance pertaining to the operation and management of your business. Additionally, Bigfoot Forestry may refer projects from National Account customers involving job sites located in your territory. They might also develop new Bigfoot Forestry Services or related merchandise or retail items that you may sell.

Furthermore, Bigfoot Forestry may negotiate purchase agreements with suppliers to obtain favorable pricing. They may also purchase items in bulk and resell them to you at their cost plus shipping and a reasonable markup. Bigfoot Forestry may host periodic conferences to discuss relevant business and operational issues such as industry changes or new equipment, services, products, technology, or marketing strategies. They may also provide additional training or assistance you request.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document and is provided for research purposes only. It does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decisions.