What is the definition of 'Trainees' according to Christies International Real Estate?
Christies_International_Real_Estate Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
We have the right to require, in our discretion, your Responsible Broker, Office Broker, Marketing Director and Agent Support Director for the Main Office and each Additional Office (if any) (hereinafter referred to as "Trainees") to attend, and complete to our satisfaction, our then-current initial training program on the operation of a Business and the Brand Guidelines and Systems, to be provided at a place and time we designate.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPT (FDD pages 54–177)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Christies International Real Estate's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the term "Trainees" refers to the Responsible Broker, Office Broker, Marketing Director, and Agent Support Director for the Main Office and each Additional Office, if any. Christies International Real Estate has the right to require these individuals to attend and complete their initial training program.
This means that if you become a Christies International Real Estate franchisee, certain key personnel within your organization will be required to undergo initial training to the franchisor's satisfaction. These positions are critical to the operation of the franchise, and Christies International Real Estate wants to ensure they are properly trained in the brand's guidelines and systems.
It is important to note that the franchisee is responsible for covering the compensation, travel, lodging, and living expenses incurred by these "Trainees" while they attend the initial training program. Furthermore, Christies International Real Estate reserves the right to determine whether a person has successfully completed the training and may require individuals to repeat the course if necessary. Failure to meet the training standards can be grounds for termination of the franchise agreement.