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What is the relationship between the Guarantor and the Franchisee in the Chocolate Fish Coffee franchise agreement?

Chocolate_Fish_Coffee Franchise · 2024 FDD

Answer from 2024 FDD Document

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Attachment 3 to Franchise Agreement

GUARANTY AND NON-COMPETE AGREEMENT

This Guaranty and Non-Compete Agreement (this "Guaranty") is executed by the undersigned person(s) (each, a "Guarantor") in favor of Chocolate Fish Franchising, LLC, a Wyoming Limited Liability Company ("Chocolate Fish Franchising").

Franchise Agreement for the franchise of a Chocolate Fish Coffee
with Chocolate Fish Franchising
business (the "Franchise Agreement"; capitalized terms used but not defined in this Guaranty have
the meanings given in the Franchise Agreement). Guarantor owns an equity interest in Franchisee.
Guarantor is executing this Guaranty in order to induce Chocolate Fish Franchising to enter into
the Franchise Agreement.

Guarantor agrees as follows:

  • 1. Guaranty. Guarantor hereby unconditionally guarantees to Chocolate Fish Franchising and its successors and assigns that Franchisee shall pay and perform every undertaking, agreement and covenant set forth in the Franchise Agreement and further guarantees every other liability and obligation of Franchisee to Chocolate Fish Franchising, whether or not contained in the Franchise Agreement. Guarantor shall render any payment or performance required under the Franchise Agreement or any other agreement between Franchisee and Chocolate Fish Franchising upon demand from Chocolate Fish Franchising. Guarantor waives (a) acceptance and notice of acceptance by Chocolate Fish Franchising of this Guaranty; (b) notice of demand for payment of any indebtedness or nonperformance of any obligations of Franchisee; (c) protest and notice of default to any party with respect to the indebtedness or nonperformance of any obligations hereby guaranteed; (d) any right Guarantor may have to require that an action be brought against Franchisee or any other person or entity as a condition of liability hereunder; (e) all rights to payments and claims for reimbursement or subrogation which any of the undersigned may have against Franchisee arising as a result of the execution of and performance under this Guaranty by the undersigned; (f) any law which requires that Chocolate Fish Franchising make demand upon, assert claims against or collect from Franchisee or any other person or entity (including any other guarantor), foreclose any security interest, sell collateral, exhaust any remedies or take any other action against Franchisee or any other person or entity (including any other guarantor) prior to making any demand upon, collecting from or taking any action against the undersigned with respect to this Guaranty; and (g) any and all other notices and legal or equitable defenses to which Guarantor may be entitled.
  • 2. Confidential Information. With respect to all Confidential Information Guarantor shall (a) adhere to all security procedures prescribed by Chocolate Fish Franchising for maintaining confidentiality, (b) disclose such information to its employees only to the extent necessary for the operation of the Business; (c) not use any such information in any other business or in any manner not specifically authorized or approved in writing by Chocolate Fish Franchising, (d) exercise the highest degree of diligence and make every effort to maintain the confidentiality of all such information during and after the term of the Franchise Agreement, (e) not copy or otherwise reproduce any Confidential Information, and (f) promptly report any unauthorized disclosure or

use of Confidential Information. Guarantor acknowledges that all Confidential Information is owned by Chocolate Fish Franchising or its affiliates (except for Confidential Information which Chocolate Fish Franchising licenses from another person or entity). Guarantor acknowledges that all customer data generated or obtained by Guarantor is Confidential Information belonging to Chocolate Fish Franchising. This Section will survive the termination or expiration of the Franchise Agreement indefinitely.

3. Covenants Not to Compete.

  • (a) Restriction In Term. During the term of the Franchise Agreement, Guarantor shall not directly or indirectly have any ownership interest in, lend money or provide financial assistance to, provide any services to, or be employed by, any Competitor.
  • (b) Restriction Post Term. For two years after the Franchise Agreement expires or is terminated for any reason (or, if applicable, for two years after a Transfer by Guarantor), Guarantor shall not directly or indirectly have any ownership interest in, lend money or provide financial assistance to, provide any services to, or be employed by, any Competitor located within five miles of Franchisee's Territory or the territory of any other Chocolate Fish Coffee business operating on the date of termination or transfer, as applicable. If the Franchise Agreement is terminated before the Territory is determined, then the area of non-competition will the Development Area and the territory of any other Chocolate Fish Coffee business operating on the date of termination.
  • (c) Interpretation. Guarantor agrees that each of the foregoing covenants is independent of any other covenant or provision of this Guaranty or the Franchise Agreement.

Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 41–119)

What This Means (2024 FDD)

According to the 2024 Chocolate Fish Coffee Franchise Disclosure Document, the Guarantor plays a crucial role in ensuring the Franchisee meets their obligations. The Guarantor unconditionally guarantees that the Franchisee will fulfill every commitment, agreement, and covenant outlined in the Franchise Agreement. This guarantee extends to all other liabilities and obligations the Franchisee owes to Chocolate Fish Franchising, regardless of whether they are specifically mentioned in the Franchise Agreement. This means that if the Franchisee fails to meet their financial or operational responsibilities, Chocolate Fish Franchising can seek recourse directly from the Guarantor.

The Guarantor also agrees to make any payments or provide any performance required under the Franchise Agreement or any other agreement between the Franchisee and Chocolate Fish Franchising upon demand. The Guarantor waives several rights, including the right to require Chocolate Fish Franchising to first pursue action against the Franchisee before seeking fulfillment from the Guarantor. This waiver underscores the Guarantor's direct and immediate responsibility for the Franchisee's obligations.

Furthermore, the Guarantor is bound by confidentiality and non-compete clauses similar to those of the Franchisee. During the term of the Franchise Agreement, the Guarantor cannot have any ownership interest in, lend money to, provide services to, or be employed by any competitor. After the Franchise Agreement expires or is terminated, this restriction extends for two years within a five-mile radius of the Franchisee's territory or any other Chocolate Fish Coffee business. These covenants ensure that the Guarantor remains committed to the success and protection of the Chocolate Fish Coffee brand, even after the agreement ends. The Guarantor also agrees that their liability will not be affected by any amendments to the Franchise Agreement or any extensions of time granted to the Franchisee, reinforcing the Guarantor's unwavering commitment.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document and is provided for research purposes only. It does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decisions.