What happens to the monies in the Chicken Guy Regional Co-op upon termination?

According to the 2025 Chicken Guy Franchise Disclosure Document, if the Regional Co-op is terminated, all monies in the Regional Co-op will be used for advertising and/or promotional purposes. Chicken Guy or its designee has the right to terminate the Regional Co-op or convert it to a Regional Advertising Fund.

This means that if the Regional Co-op is terminated, franchisees will not receive a refund of their contributions. Instead, the funds will be used to promote the Chicken Guy brand in the region. This is a common practice in franchising, as advertising and promotion are seen as essential to maintaining brand awareness and driving sales.

Prospective franchisees should consider this when evaluating the Chicken Guy franchise opportunity. While the Regional Co-op can be a valuable tool for promoting the brand, franchisees should be aware that they will not receive a refund of their contributions if the co-op is terminated. It would be prudent for a prospective franchisee to inquire with Chicken Guy about the circumstances under which a Regional Co-op might be terminated and how these advertising and promotional decisions are made to ensure alignment with their business goals.