To whom can Chocolate Fish Coffee delegate its duties or obligations under the Franchise Agreement?

According to the 2024 Chocolate Fish Coffee Franchise Disclosure Document, Chocolate Fish Coffee Franchising may delegate any duty or obligation under the Franchise Agreement to either an affiliate or a third party.

This means that Chocolate Fish Coffee has the right to outsource or transfer its responsibilities and duties outlined in the agreement to another entity. This could include tasks such as providing support services, managing marketing efforts, or handling certain administrative functions.

For a prospective franchisee, this clause indicates that the specific individuals or entities providing support and fulfilling Chocolate Fish Coffee's obligations may change over time. While Chocolate Fish Coffee retains the overall responsibility for ensuring these duties are met, the actual performance may be carried out by different parties. It is important for a franchisee to maintain open communication with Chocolate Fish Coffee to understand who is responsible for each aspect of the franchise relationship and to address any concerns that may arise from such delegations.