Does the text mention any specific contract amendments related to C12 Group?
C12_Group Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Franchisor may modify the System Standards at any time and in Franchisor's sole discretion, and Franchisee shall take all steps necessary to comply with changes to Franchisor's System Standards.
In accordance with following Franchisor's System Standards, Franchisee shall, without limitation, use the C12 agendas, facilitation standards, materials, segments, forms, logos, websites (both the general C12 website and the specific C12 site for the Territory and any website Franchisee authors for the Territory), and formats, and strictly follow the C12 Brand Standards Guide for paper and colors as directed without any deviation or substitution except as approved ahead of time in writing by Franchisor.
Franchisee shall establish fixed meeting dates and locations (e.g., third Tuesday of each month, from 9 AM to 4 PM, at Lord's Country Club) and standard C12 service delivery approaches (e.g., monthly 60-90- minute One-on-One meetings (Focus60) scheduled with C12 members between the monthly CEO Forum meetings).
Franchisee shall engage with its members, reliably and according to Franchisor's model, and Franchisee shall serve as a facilitator, and not as a teacher or preacher, in engaging Franchisee's peer group members.
Franchisee shall not reproduce the C12 trade name, logo, or copyrighted materials beyond normal, permitted uses in monthly C12 meetings, events, seminars, and marketing efforts, without Franchisor's prior written permission and compliance with the C12 Brand Standards Guide.
Franchisee shall not solicit Franchisee's C12 members for the purpose of selling them other products or services.
Franchisee shall maintain current information on Franchisor's website(s) regarding Franchisee, Franchisee's local group meeting locations and times, local C12 events and news, and provide every C12 member an opportunity to participate in any global C12 web functionality (e.g., search for other members, benchmarking, bulletin board/blog functions, etc.).
Specific Operational Obligations.
Franchisee shall adhere to and comply with Franchisor's basic business model and its various standard processes, due dates, and payments, as they may be revised from time to time in Franchisor's sole discretion.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 46)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
The 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document for C12 Group does not explicitly mention specific contract amendments. However, it does state that C12 Group may modify the System Standards at any time and in its sole discretion, and the franchisee must comply with these changes. This implies that while formal amendments aren't discussed, operational changes can be mandated by C12 Group, affecting how a franchisee conducts their business.
This clause regarding modifications to System Standards means that a C12 Group franchisee must be prepared to adapt their business practices to align with any changes C12 Group implements. These changes could affect various aspects of the franchisee's operations, including the use of specific agendas, facilitation standards, materials, segments, forms, logos, websites, and formats. The franchisee is obligated to follow the C12 Brand Standards Guide without deviation unless they receive prior written approval from C12 Group.
Furthermore, the franchisee must adhere to C12 Group's basic business model and standard processes, which may be revised periodically at C12 Group's discretion. This includes adhering to due dates and payment schedules. The franchisee is also expected to maintain current information on C12 Group's website regarding their local group meeting locations, times, events, and news, and provide members with opportunities to participate in global C12 web functionalities. Prospective franchisees should clarify the frequency and scope of potential System Standard modifications and their implications during their due diligence.