Can a Cinnaholic franchisee use prefixes or suffixes with the Cinnaholic name?
Cinnaholic Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
(iii) Operate and advertise the Bakery only under the name "CINNAHOLIC®" or such other Marks as Franchisor may designate from time to time, without prefix or suffix, except to describe the location of the Bakery.
(iv) If Franchisee is a corporation, limited liability company, partnership or other type of entity, not use any of the Marks, including, without limitation, the name "CINNAHOLIC®" in its corporate or other legal name without the prior express written consent of Franchisor.
(v) Not permit the use of any trade names, trademarks or service marks at the Bakery or the Franchised Site other than the Marks.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 61–62)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Cinnaholic Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees must operate and advertise their bakery only under the name "CINNAHOLIC®" or other marks designated by Cinnaholic, without any prefixes or suffixes. The only exception is to describe the location of the bakery.
This restriction ensures brand consistency across all Cinnaholic locations, which is a common practice in franchising. By maintaining a uniform brand name, Cinnaholic aims to protect its trademarks and the goodwill associated with the brand. This consistency helps customers easily identify and trust the Cinnaholic brand, regardless of the specific location they visit.
A Cinnaholic franchisee cannot use the Cinnaholic name in their corporate or legal name without prior written consent from Cinnaholic if the franchisee is a corporation, limited liability company, partnership, or other type of entity. Additionally, franchisees cannot permit the use of any trade names, trademarks, or service marks at the bakery or franchised site other than the marks designated by Cinnaholic.