What materials are used in the Card My Yard training program?
Card_My_Yard Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
The materials used in training include the online courses created by us, the Manuals as well as other presentation materials. Our training will be directed by Elizabeth Mangrum, our Director of Learning and Development, who has been working for us since August 2021 and has 6+ years of experience in this industry operating a Card My Yard business. Training will be conducted by Elizabeth Mangrum, Amanda Vaughn and/or Diana Moore and qualified members of our staff with at least one year of experience.
Our initial training program is offered at all times as an online course and as needed during the year depending on the number of new franchisees entering the franchise system, the number of other personnel needing training, and the scheduled opening of new Card My Yard businesses. The subjects covered and other information relevant to our initial training program are described below.
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS AND TRAINING (FDD pages 34–43)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Card My Yard's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the training program utilizes online courses, manuals, and other presentation materials. This comprehensive approach ensures that new franchisees have access to a variety of resources to learn the Card My Yard business model.
The training program is directed by Elizabeth Mangrum, the Director of Learning and Development, who has been with Card My Yard since August 2021 and possesses over six years of experience operating a Card My Yard business. This suggests that the training is led by experienced personnel familiar with the ins and outs of the business.
The initial training program is available as an online course and is also offered as needed throughout the year, depending on the number of new franchisees, personnel needing training, and the scheduled openings of new Card My Yard businesses. This flexible approach to training delivery allows franchisees to complete the program remotely and at their own pace, while also providing opportunities for in-person training as needed.