What is the legal agreement that Boulder Designs franchisees enter into simultaneously with the National Headstone Program agreement?
Boulder_Designs Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
WHEREAS, simultaneously with the execution of this Agreement, Franchisor and Franchisee are entering into a franchise agreement (the "Franchise Agreement") for the operation of a Boulder Designs franchise;
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Franchise Agreement, Franchisee has an obligation to participate in any National Accounts program by the Franchisor;
WHEREAS, currently Franchisor has implemented a certain headstone program, upon which franchisor will generate and provide Franchisee with leads for creation of a headstone in Franchisee's Territory (as the term is defined in the Franchise Agreement), in lieu of certain fees charged by the Franchisor; and
WHEREAS, the Franchisor desires to grant you the right to participate, and you desire to patriciate in the national headstone program, pursuant to the terms and conditions of this Agreement.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 50)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Boulder Designs' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees enter into a franchise agreement simultaneously with the National Headstone Program Agreement. The franchise agreement covers the operation of a Boulder Designs franchise.
The National Headstone Program is a specific national account program where Boulder Designs generates leads for headstone creation within the franchisee's territory. Participation in this program is obligatory for franchisees, as stated in the franchise agreement. The National Headstone Program Agreement outlines the terms and conditions for franchisee participation in the program.
This simultaneous agreement structure ensures that franchisees are immediately integrated into the National Headstone Program upon signing their franchise agreement. It also clarifies the franchisee's obligations and the franchisor's rights regarding national accounts and headstone projects. This setup allows Boulder Designs to maintain consistency and quality across its national headstone services while leveraging its franchise network for local execution.