Is it required for the transferee and its owners to complete the Initial Training for a Bumper Man franchise?

According to the 2025 Bumper Man Franchise Disclosure Document, the transferee and its owners, as specified by Bumper Man, are required to complete the Initial Training as a condition of the franchise transfer. This requirement ensures that the new operators are properly trained in the Bumper Man system.

In addition to completing the initial training, the transferee and their owners must also meet several other conditions. They need to have sufficient business experience, aptitude, assets, and financial resources to successfully operate the Bumper Man business. They must also meet Bumper Man's standards for franchisees and not be involved in any competitive businesses. Furthermore, they must agree to be bound by the terms of Bumper Man's current franchise agreement and sign any necessary ancillary documents.

The franchisee or the transferee is responsible for paying a transfer fee, which includes the fee for the Initial Training. This fee covers the cost of providing the necessary training to the new franchisee and their owners. Bumper Man also requires that the franchisee and franchisor execute a general release, protecting Bumper Man from claims arising from the previous operation of the business, with some exceptions for claims not assumed by the transferee or those that cannot be released under applicable law.

These transfer conditions are designed to protect the Bumper Man brand and ensure that new franchisees are well-prepared to operate the business according to Bumper Man's standards. Prospective franchisees should carefully review all transfer requirements and associated costs to fully understand their obligations.