What is the deadline for a Cinnaholic franchisee to commence operation of the bakery?
Cinnaholic Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
onnection therewith, the Marks and the CINNAHOLIC® System in accordance with the terms and conditions of this Agreement only at the Franchised Site, assuch term is hereinafter defined. Franchisee agrees to use the Marks and CINNAHOLIC® System, as they are changed, improved and further developed by Franchisor from time to time. Unless otherwise agreed to by Franchisor, Franchisee has 12 months from the Effective Date to complete the initial training as required by Section 14.1 and to commence operation of the Bakery.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 61–62)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Cinnaholic Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee typically has 12 months from the effective date of the franchise agreement to complete initial training and begin operating their bakery. This timeline is contingent upon receiving written approval from Cinnaholic before commencing operations.
This requirement ensures that franchisees are adequately prepared and that the Cinnaholic brand standards are met from the outset. The initial training, as mentioned in Section 14.1 of the franchise agreement, is a crucial step in understanding and implementing the Cinnaholic system.
However, there is another clause that states a franchisee must commence operation within 14 months after the execution of the agreement. The 14 month deadline to commence operation could be extended if agreed to in writing by Cinnaholic, at their sole discretion. Prospective franchisees should clarify with Cinnaholic which deadline applies and under what conditions an extension might be granted.