How much notice will Carvel provide before suspending or terminating an Advertising Cooperative's program or operations?
Carvel Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- C. Operations of Advertising Cooperative. We may require any Advertising Cooperatives to only use public relations firms and advertising agencies that are Approved Suppliers. All proposed advertising and promotional materials produced by, or on behalf of, Advertising Cooperatives must be submitted to us for our written approval before use. We may on 30 days' written notice to you suspend or terminate an Advertising Cooperative's program or operations. As a member, officer or director of an Advertising Cooperative, at our request, you will provide to us all information we request related to the Advertising Cooperative and you must provide this information within 10 days after our request to you.
Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 100–353)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Carvel's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Carvel may suspend or terminate an Advertising Cooperative's program or operations with 30 days' written notice to the franchisee.
This means that if a Carvel franchisee is part of an Advertising Cooperative, Carvel has the right to end the cooperative's activities, but they must provide the franchisee with a 30-day heads-up. This allows the franchisee time to adjust their marketing strategies and potentially find alternative ways to promote their Carvel location.
It is important for prospective franchisees to understand the terms and conditions related to Advertising Cooperatives, including Carvel's rights to suspend or terminate them. Franchisees should inquire about the specific reasons that could lead to such a suspension or termination and how it might impact their business. Understanding these conditions can help franchisees prepare for potential changes in the advertising landscape and mitigate any negative effects on their Carvel business.