Does C12 Group require franchisees to engage in the franchised business as their primary vocation?

According to the 2025 C12 Group Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are required to engage in the C12 Group franchised business as their primary vocation. Franchisees must not own an interest in or participate in any business viewed as competitive, injurious, or incompatible with C12 Group.

This requirement ensures that franchisees dedicate their full attention and effort to growing the C12 Group business. It prevents conflicts of interest and ensures that the franchisee's focus remains on fulfilling their obligations to C12 Group and its members. This full-time commitment is intended to maximize the franchisee's potential for success and maintain the integrity of the C12 Group system.

However, the agreement also states that franchisees should have no other vocational interests that may materially adversely impair their ability to perform their obligations under the agreement. This suggests that while the C12 Group franchise should be the franchisee's primary focus, there might be some flexibility regarding other minor vocational interests, provided they do not negatively impact the franchisee's performance. Prospective franchisees should seek clarification from C12 Group regarding what constitutes a 'materially adverse' impact and what types of outside interests are permissible.