What is the definition of 'Franchisor' in the context of the Cicis Lease Rider?
Cicis Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
WHEREAS, Franchisee has executed or intends to execute a Franchise Agreement (the "Franchise Agreement") with On Smile LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (along with any successor franchisor of CiCi's restaurants ("Franchisor"), for the operation of a CiCi's restaurant ("Restaurant") at the Premises, and as a requirement thereof, the Lease must include the provisions contained in this Rider; and
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 64–65)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Cicis Franchise Disclosure Document, the Lease Rider defines "Franchisor" as On Smile LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, along with any successor franchisor of CiCi's restaurants. This definition is crucial for understanding the Lease Rider, which is attached to the franchise agreement and outlines the relationship between the landlord, franchisee, and Cicis.
This definition clarifies that the rights and obligations assigned to the Franchisor in the Lease Rider extend not only to the current franchisor, On Smile LLC, but also to any future entity that may take over the franchising operations of Cicis restaurants. This ensures continuity and protects the interests of Cicis in the event of a change in ownership or management of the franchise system.
For a prospective Cicis franchisee, this means that the terms of the Lease Rider, which include provisions regarding the use of the premises, signage, and potential transfer of the lease, will remain in effect even if the franchise is sold or transferred to a new franchisor. It is important for franchisees to understand this definition and its implications, as it affects their rights and responsibilities under the lease agreement and the overall franchise agreement.