What topics are covered in the initial training program for a Boulder Designs business?
Boulder_Designs Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Franchisor shall make its initial training programs and re-boot training available to the Franchisee and its Internal Manager.
Upon execution of this Agreement, Franchisee shall pay Franchisor an Initial Training Fee in the amount specified in Exhibit 1, Key Terms Page. The initial training program consists of approximately five business day(s) of classroom training and on-the-job initial training program for the Franchisee and its initial manager. Instruction pertains to all material aspects of the operation of a BOULDER DESIGNS Business, including such topics as: BOULDER DESIGNS mission and principles; establishment of your business structure; legal filings; business licenses; banking and checking accounts; insurance; accounting and legal support; computer system and software installation; set up accounting systems; market research; marketing plan; optional establishment of office lease; employment suggestions; incoming call scripts; office administration; administrative management training; trademark usage guidelines; maintenance of quality standards; customer service techniques; record keeping and reporting procedures; other operational issues; resale, transfer, renewals and assignment training; vendor interaction and ordering, and on-the-job training. Franchisor shall conduct the initial training program either in person at its headquarters or at another designated location or locations, as Franchisor requires. Initial Training amount is fully earned and nonrefundable upon completion of the Franchisee's training. If Franchisee does not successfully complete the initial training, Franchisor reserves the right to deduct any amount from Franchisee's Initial Training Fee to cover Franchisor's expense and the cost of providing the initial training course in addition to Franchisee paying Franchisor the On-Site Training Cancellation Fee and the other rights of Franchisor pursuant to this agreement.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 50)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Boulder Designs Franchise Disclosure Document, the initial training program covers various aspects of operating a Boulder Designs business. This training is available to the franchisee and their internal manager and consists of approximately five business days of classroom and on-the-job training.
The curriculum includes Boulder Designs' mission and principles, business structure establishment, legal filings, business licenses, banking and checking accounts, and insurance. It also covers accounting and legal support, computer system and software installation, setting up accounting systems, market research, and marketing plan development.
Furthermore, the training addresses optional office lease establishment, employment suggestions, incoming call scripts, office administration, administrative management, trademark usage guidelines, and quality standards maintenance. Customer service techniques, record keeping and reporting procedures, operational issues, resale, transfer, renewals, assignment training, and vendor interaction and ordering are also included. The training program will be conducted in person at Boulder Designs' headquarters or another designated location.