Who is responsible for the costs and expenses associated with the Special Promotions implemented by Bojangles?
Bojangles Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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 and expenses associated with Special Promotions. These Special Promotions include national, regional, or local promotions, campaigns, contests, and special or limited offers related to new products or services. Bojangles will consult with its Franchise Advisory Council regarding these upcoming Special Promotions.
This means that while Bojangles may initiate and plan these promotions, the financial burden of implementing them falls on the franchisee. This includes the cost of any inventory or supplies required to execute the Special Promotions. Franchisees must comply with Bojangles's implementation requirements for these promotions.
Furthermore, franchisees must adhere to any price restrictions that Bojangles may set in connection with the Special Promotions, to the extent permitted by applicable law. This ensures consistency across all franchise locations during the promotional period. Franchisees need to factor in these potential costs when evaluating the profitability of their Bojangles franchise and consider the impact of these promotions on their overall budget and financial planning.