Who may attend system-wide meetings and conferences offered by Bumper Man?
Bumper_Man Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- (d) Meetings and Conferences. Franchisor may from time to time hold periodic system-wide meetings at locations designated by Franchisor to address matters of general interest to the System, including, without limitation, Franchisor's annual franchisee conference. Provided that Franchisee has not committed an Event of Default and failed to cure such Event of Default, Franchisee's Operating Principal may attend any such meetings and conferences offered by Franchisor. Unless otherwise provided by Franchisor at its option, Franchisee will be solely responsible for all costs and expenses incurred by Franchisee and its Operating Principal in connection with attending such meetings and conferences, including, without limitation, costs of obtaining any required certifications, compensation, travel, lodging, meals and miscellaneous expenses.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 45–180)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bumper Man's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisee's Operating Principal may attend system-wide meetings and conferences offered by Bumper Man, provided the franchisee has not committed an Event of Default and failed to cure it. These meetings are held periodically at locations designated by Bumper Man to address matters of general interest to the system, including the annual franchisee conference.
Unless Bumper Man provides otherwise, the franchisee is responsible for all costs and expenses incurred by the franchisee and their Operating Principal in connection with attending these meetings and conferences. These costs include expenses for required certifications, compensation, travel, lodging, meals, and miscellaneous items.
This means that as a Bumper Man franchisee, you or your designated Operating Principal can participate in these important system-wide events to stay informed and connected, but you should budget for all associated costs unless the franchisor specifically covers them. Maintaining good standing with Bumper Man by avoiding and curing any Events of Default is crucial to ensure eligibility to attend these conferences.