What are the responsibilities of the 'Certified Technician Operating Principal' for a Bumper Man franchise?
Bumper_Man Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- (k) "Certified Technician Operating Principal" means a natural person who: (i) owns directly or indirectly at least 51% Equity Interest in Certified Technician and has the authority to direct the day-to-day operations of the Certified Technician; (ii) has satisfactorily completed Franchisor's Initial Training program at Certified Technician's expense; (iii) will thereafter devote full time and best efforts to the operation of the Bumper Business and have the authority and responsibility for the day-to-day management and operation of the Bumper Business and supervision of the Personnel; and (iv) serves as a primary point of contact on behalf of the Certified Technician in communications with the Franchisor. If the Certified Technician is an Entity, then the Certified Technician Operating Principal will be identified in the Certified Technician Addendum.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 45–180)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Bumper Man FDD, the 'Certified Technician Operating Principal' has specific responsibilities related to the operation of the Bumper Man business. This individual must own at least 51% of the equity interest in the Certified Technician entity, either directly or indirectly, and possess the authority to manage the day-to-day operations.
Furthermore, the Certified Technician Operating Principal is required to complete Bumper Man's Initial Training program at the Certified Technician's expense. Following the training, they must dedicate their full-time efforts to managing the Bumper Business, including supervising personnel. This individual also serves as the main point of contact between the Certified Technician entity and Bumper Man.
If the Certified Technician is an entity, the specific individual acting as the Certified Technician Operating Principal will be identified in the Certified Technician Addendum. This ensures clarity and accountability in the operational management of the Bumper Man franchise.