If I purchase two Boulder Designs franchises, do I need to attend training twice?
Boulder_Designs Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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Note 3. When you sign the franchise agreement, you will also pay us $12,000 for You and your initial manager to attend and complete one level of training (Initial Training) over the course of approximately five business days. See Item 11 for more details on Initial Training. Initial Training amount is fully earned and nonrefundable upon completion of your training. If you do not successfully complete the initial training, we reserve the right to deduct any amount from your Initial Training Fee to cover our expense and the cost of providing the initial training course in addition to you paying us the On-Site Training Cancellation Fee. If you purchase two Boulder Designs franchised business, you will only need to attend the training once so long you have not appointed a new Internal Manager. If you transfer controlling interest to a new owner, and/or you appoint a new Internal Manager, you are subject to additional training costs associated with training such new owners and/or intern
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT YOUR ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT SINGLE FRANCHISE (FDD pages 16–19)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Boulder Designs's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, if you purchase two franchises, you generally only need to attend the initial training once, provided you have not appointed a new Internal Manager. The initial training fee is $12,000. However, if you transfer controlling interest to a new owner or appoint a new Internal Manager, you will be subject to additional training costs for the new owners or managers. This single training applies as long as the same individual is managing both franchises initially.
This policy can save a Boulder Designs franchisee both time and money, as the initial training covers essential aspects of the business operation. Avoiding a second training session reduces travel and lodging expenses, as well as the opportunity cost of time spent away from the business. The FDD mentions that travel and living expenses while training range from $500 to $1,500.
However, it's important to note the conditions under which additional training becomes necessary. If the original owner/manager departs or a new manager is appointed, Boulder Designs requires additional training to ensure the new personnel are adequately prepared. This protects the brand's standards and the quality of service provided by each franchise. The franchisor retains the right to charge a fee for re-boot training if your work performance is poor, you have received customer complaints or the quality of your work is not up to Boulder's standards.
Prospective franchisees should clarify with Boulder Designs what the 'additional training costs' entail for new owners or internal managers. Understanding these potential future expenses is crucial for long-term financial planning. Additionally, franchisees should confirm whether the initial $12,000 training fee covers both franchises or if there are any hidden costs associated with training for multiple locations under a single owner/manager.