Is a Bojangles franchisee responsible for the costs associated with 'Special Promotions' introduced by the franchisor?
Bojangles Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Notwithstanding anything herein to the contrary, Franchisor may establish or introduce certain national, regional, or local promotions, campaigns, contests, special or limited offers, and other programs, including as related to new products, services or other programs (collectively, the "Special Promotions").
Franchisor will consult with Franchisor's Franchise Advisory Council regarding upcoming Special Promotions.
Franchisee shall comply with Franchisor's implementation requirements regarding the Special Promotions.
Franchisee shall be solely responsible for any costs and expenses associated with the Special Promotions, including the purchase of any inventory or supplies needed or required to implement the Special Promotions.
To the extent permitted by applicable law, Franchisee will comply with any price restriction that Franchisor may promulgate in connection with the Special Promotions.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 82)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bojangles's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are responsible for the costs associated with special promotions. Bojangles may introduce national, regional, or local promotions, campaigns, contests, special or limited offers, and other programs, including those related to new products or services, which are collectively referred to as "Special Promotions."
Bojangles will consult with its Franchise Advisory Council regarding these upcoming Special Promotions. However, the franchisee is required to comply with Bojangles's implementation requirements for these promotions. This means a franchisee must adhere to the guidelines and instructions provided by Bojangles for executing the special promotions.
Importantly, the franchisee is solely responsible for all costs and expenses associated with the Special Promotions. This includes purchasing any necessary inventory or supplies required to implement the promotions. Franchisees must also comply with any price restrictions that Bojangles may set in connection with the Special Promotions, to the extent permitted by applicable law. Therefore, franchisees need to factor in these potential costs when evaluating the financial implications of the franchise.