What is the C12 Group franchisee's responsibility to cease implying any association with C12 upon termination?
C12_Group Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Upon the termination of this Agreement, the following shall apply: (a) all members in Franchisee's Territory must be notified of Franchisee's decision to leave C12 and they must be informed of their option to continue participating in CEO Forums and Key Player Forums led by a subsequent Area Chair to be appointed by Franchisor (Franchisor will formally present this option to the members, either collectively or individually); (b) members will be free to either remain C12 members or to make alternative CEO roundtable arrangements once they have been informed of their options; (c) Franchisee shall conduct itself in any such transition so that the best interests of the group members are served and that Kingdom unity and fellowship are preserved; and (d) Franchisee shall cease using all C12 materials, trade names and marks, and implying any association with C12.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 46)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 C12 Group Franchise Disclosure Document, upon termination of the Franchise Agreement, the franchisee must cease implying any association with C12 Group. In addition to this, the franchisee must adhere to several other requirements to ensure a smooth transition.
Specifically, the franchisee is obligated to notify all members in their territory about their departure from C12 Group. This notification must also inform the members of their option to continue participating in CEO Forums and Key Player Forums under a new Area Chair appointed by C12 Group. The franchisor will formally present this option to the members, either collectively or individually. Members retain the freedom to either remain C12 Group members or explore alternative CEO roundtable arrangements after being informed of their choices.
Furthermore, the franchisee is expected to conduct themselves during the transition in a manner that prioritizes the best interests of the group members and preserves Kingdom unity and fellowship. The franchisee must also stop using all C12 Group materials, trade names, and marks. These post-termination obligations are designed to protect the C12 Group brand and ensure a seamless transition for its members.