Does Bigfoot Forestry have the right to disclose my Operational Data?

According to Bigfoot Forestry's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, "Operational Data" is defined as all data and information pertaining to the operation of your business, including employee data, expense data, financial accounting data, and Gross Sales data. This means Bigfoot Forestry collects a wide range of information about your business operations.

While the excerpt defines "Operational Data," it does not explicitly state whether Bigfoot Forestry has the right to disclose this data. The FDD excerpt does define what is considered "Confidential Information", but it does not specify if or how Bigfoot Forestry can use or disclose a franchisee's Operational Data.

A prospective franchisee should ask Bigfoot Forestry about its policies regarding the use and disclosure of franchisee Operational Data. Specifically, they should inquire under what circumstances Bigfoot Forestry might share this data with third parties, other franchisees, or in public reports. Understanding these policies is crucial for protecting sensitive business information and maintaining confidentiality.