Is a Bombs Away franchisee allowed to "co-brand" or associate with other activities?
Bombs_Away Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
- 7.19 No Other Activity Associated with the Business. Franchisee shall not use the assets of the Business for any purpose other than the Business.
Franchisee shall not "co-brand" or associate
any other business activity with the Bombs Away Business in a manner which is likely to cause the public to perceive it to be related to the Bombs Away Business. If Franchisee is an entity, the entity shall not own or operate any other business except Bombs Away businesses.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 35–36)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Bombs Away's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are generally prohibited from co-branding or associating other business activities with their Bombs Away business in a way that could suggest a relationship to the public. This restriction is in place to maintain the integrity and consistency of the Bombs Away brand.
Specifically, the FDD states that franchisees cannot use the assets of the Bombs Away business for any purpose other than the Bombs Away business itself. If the franchisee is a business entity, that entity is not allowed to own or operate any other business besides Bombs Away franchises.
This policy ensures that the Bombs Away brand remains distinct and that customers associate the business solely with the services and standards of Bombs Away. It prevents confusion and maintains the brand's reputation by avoiding association with potentially conflicting or lower-quality businesses. A prospective franchisee should carefully consider this restriction, especially if they have existing business interests or plans for diversification.