How will Brueggers Bagels notify franchisees of changes to the allocation of the Marketing Contribution?

According to Brueggers Bagels' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Brueggers Bagels has the right to modify how the Marketing Contribution is allocated among various funds or a Marketing Co-op. Brueggers Bagels will provide written notice to the franchisee regarding any changes to the allocation. These changes will then become effective at the end of the month in which the notice is given.

This means that a prospective Brueggers Bagels franchisee needs to be aware that the company can change where the marketing money is spent. While the franchisee contributes to marketing efforts, Brueggers Bagels ultimately decides how those funds are distributed. The written notice provides a degree of transparency, but franchisees have limited control over these decisions.

This policy is fairly standard in the franchise industry, where franchisors typically retain control over marketing funds to ensure brand consistency and maximize impact. However, franchisees should pay close attention to any notices regarding changes to the allocation of the Marketing Contribution to understand how their funds are being used and how it might affect their local marketing efforts.