Does Brain Balance negotiate purchasing arrangements with approved suppliers?

According to Brain Balance's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Brain Balance does not negotiate purchasing arrangements with its approved suppliers. The FDD also states that Brain Balance does not have any purchasing or distribution cooperatives.

This means that franchisees must accept the prices and terms set by Brain Balance's approved suppliers without any opportunity to negotiate better deals individually or as a group. This lack of negotiation could potentially impact a franchisee's profitability, especially if supplier costs increase over time.

While franchisees cannot negotiate pricing, the FDD outlines a process for requesting approval of alternate suppliers. However, Brain Balance retains sole discretion over whether to approve such requests, and the franchisee must demonstrate that the proposed supplier meets stringent criteria related to quality, capacity, financial condition, and business reputation. This process offers a potential avenue for franchisees to seek cost savings, but approval is not guaranteed.