Does the Brain Balance franchise agreement require franchisees to obtain written consent from the company before employing workers in key positions as independent contractors?

According to the 2025 Brain Balance Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees must obtain prior written consent from Brain Balance before employing workers in key positions as independent contractors. Specifically, section 14.06 of the franchise agreement states this requirement. The Operations Manual will specify which positions are considered key positions.

This stipulation gives Brain Balance control over who franchisees hire as independent contractors for key roles. It ensures that individuals in these positions meet the company's standards and qualifications. This requirement is likely in place to protect the brand's reputation and maintain consistency across all franchise locations.

For a prospective franchisee, this means they cannot independently hire independent contractors for key positions without Brain Balance's approval. The franchisee should review the Operations Manual to understand which positions are designated as key and what criteria Brain Balance uses to evaluate potential independent contractors. It would be prudent to discuss this process with Brain Balance during the due diligence phase to fully understand the implications for staffing and operational flexibility.