Under the Star University License Agreement, who is considered the Licensor for a Carls franchise?

According to the 2024 FDD, under the Star University License Agreement, the licensor is CKE Restaurants Holdings, Inc., a Delaware corporation. This agreement outlines the terms and conditions under which a Carls franchisee (referred to as "Licensee" in this context) can operate a Carl's Jr. restaurant in conjunction with the Star University program.

This means that CKE Restaurants Holdings, Inc. is granting the franchisee the right to use certain intellectual property or systems associated with the Star University program. The franchisee, in turn, must adhere to the stipulations laid out in the Star University License Agreement. This agreement is separate from the standard franchise agreement with Carl's Jr. Restaurants LLC.

Prospective Carls franchisees should carefully review the Star University License Agreement to understand their rights and obligations. They should pay close attention to the fees, term, and termination conditions outlined in the agreement. Understanding the relationship between CKE Restaurants Holdings, Inc. and Carl's Jr. Restaurants LLC is also crucial, as the franchisee will be dealing with both entities under different agreements.