Besides the Renewal Addendum, what other agreement defines the rights and obligations of the Circle K franchisee and franchisor?

According to Circle K's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the primary agreement that defines the rights and obligations between the Circle K franchisee and franchisor is the Franchise Agreement. This agreement, as stated in the document, outlines the terms and conditions under which the franchisee is granted the right to operate a Circle K store using the Circle K marks and business system.

The Franchise Agreement covers various aspects of the franchise relationship, including the grant of the non-exclusive license to operate a Circle K store at a specific location, the franchisee's obligation to adhere to Circle K's business system and standards, and the fees and payments required from the franchisee, such as the initial franchise fee, royalty fee, and promotional fee. It also specifies the term of the agreement and conditions for termination.

Furthermore, the Franchise Agreement addresses the use of Circle K's confidential business systems, manuals, and customer data. It also includes provisions related to the franchisee's obligations upon expiration or termination of the agreement, such as the payment of outstanding fees and liquidated damages. The agreement also defines terms such as "Affiliate", "Business System", and "Circle K Store" to provide clarity and avoid ambiguity in the interpretation of the contract. In the event that Circle K exercises their right of first refusal, the franchisee will enter into Circle K's standard Franchise Agreement for the operation of a retail convenience store and motor fuel business.