Who is the Franchisor for Bumper Man?
Bumper_Man Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| This Certified Technician Addendum to Bumper Man Franchise Agreement ("Addendum") is effective as of, 20 (the "Effective Date") by and among Bumper Man, Inc. ("Franchisor"), and ("Franchisee"), ("Principal") and ("Certified Technician"). Franchisor, Franchisee, Principal and Certified Technician are collectively referred to as "Parties" in this Addendum. |
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| 1. |
| INTRODUCTION. Franchisor and Franchisee are parties to the Bumper Man Franchise |
| Agreement dated, 20 (the "Franchise Agreement") pursuant to which Franchisee |
| operates |
| a |
| Bumper |
| Man |
| bumper |
| repair |
| business |
| at |
| ("Bumper Business"). |
| Franchisee has |
| requested Franchisor's consent to retain the services of a Certified Technician to perform |
| services within the Designated Area on, 20 ("Commencement Date") to maximize |
| the number of customers serviced by the Bumper Business. |
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 45–180)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Bumper Man Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisor is Bumper Man, Inc. This is explicitly stated in the Certified Technician Addendum to the Bumper Man Franchise Agreement. The document identifies "Bumper Man, Inc." as the Franchisor in the context of the agreement between the Franchisor, Franchisee, Principal, and Certified Technician, who are collectively referred to as "Parties" in the addendum.
This means that Bumper Man, Inc. is the entity granting the franchise to operate a Bumper Man bumper repair business. As the franchisor, Bumper Man, Inc. is responsible for providing the system, marks, and support necessary for franchisees to operate their businesses. The agreement outlines the conditions under which a franchisee can retain a certified technician, subject to the franchisor's approval and compliance with the terms of the franchise agreement.
Prospective franchisees should understand that all interactions and obligations related to the franchise are with Bumper Man, Inc. This includes payments, reports, and compliance with the agreement. The franchisor's consent is required for various aspects of the business, such as retaining a certified technician, ensuring that franchisees adhere to the standards set forth by Bumper Man, Inc.