Where is the designated training facility for the initial City Wide training program located?
City_Wide Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
The initial training program will consist of both classroom instruction and on-the-job training. The length of time spent on a subject and nature of subjects taught may vary depending upon the individual Franchisee's experience and ability.
The initial training program is conducted at a designated training facility located in the Kansas City metropolitan area. Any other training deemed necessary by CITY WIDE is usually conducted at your Location before opening and may include up to two weeks of on-the-job training.
The initial training program is conducted by Jeff Oddo, Paul Weybrew, Mitch Burnette, and Bob Christian whose relevant histories are set forth in ITEM 2. Other trainers include experts in the subjects in which they are training, with each having experience in excess of ten years. Bob Christian whose history is set forth in ITEM 2, is CITY WIDE's Vice President of Franchise Performance and manages all training.
CITY WIDE reserves the right to make changes in its training staff as CITY WIDE deems necessary and advisable, without prior notice.
The initial training program consists primarily of hands-on instruction in all major aspects of franchise operations, including financial controls, bookkeeping procedures, control and other operational techniques, maintenance procedures, familiarization with the System, implementation techniques of CITY WIDE's business concept, and maintenance and business standards. The instruction materials include written manuals regarding franchise ownership, operations, positionalized training, and sales.
The course fee for the initial training program is included in the Initial Franchise Fee. CITY WIDE will make training available to additional managers or staff members designated by you, at your expense, as described in ITEM 6 of this Disclosure Document.
CITY WIDE conducts the initial training program approximately five times per year (or more frequently if needed). All training programs will be at times designated by CITY WIDE. For all required additional training courses, seminars and programs, CITY WIDE will provide instructors and training materials. You or your employees will be responsible for any and all other expenses incurred in connection with any courses, seminars and programs, including the costs of transportation, lodging, meals and wages.
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS, AND TRAINING (FDD pages 29–36)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to City Wide's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the initial training program is conducted at a designated training facility located in the Kansas City metropolitan area. This is where new franchisees or their designated representatives will receive both classroom instruction and on-the-job training. The length of time spent on a subject and the specific subjects taught may vary based on the franchisee's prior experience and abilities.
City Wide also provides additional training that may be deemed necessary, typically conducted at the franchisee's location before opening. This additional training may include up to two weeks of on-the-job instruction. The initial training program is led by individuals such as Jeff Oddo, Paul Weybrew, Mitch Burnette, and Bob Christian, along with other experts in specific subjects, each possessing over ten years of experience. Bob Christian, who serves as City Wide's Vice President of Franchise Performance, manages all training programs.
Prospective franchisees should note that City Wide reserves the right to modify its training staff as deemed necessary without prior notice. The initial training covers key aspects of franchise operations, including financial controls, bookkeeping, operational techniques, maintenance procedures, and implementation of City Wide's business concept. The training includes written manuals on franchise ownership, operations, and sales. The cost of the initial training program is included in the initial franchise fee, but additional training for other managers or staff is available at the franchisee's expense.
City Wide conducts the initial training program approximately five times per year or more frequently if needed, with the dates determined by City Wide. Franchisees are responsible for all expenses related to additional training courses, seminars, and programs, including transportation, lodging, meals, and wages. Additionally, franchisees must complete an online "CITY WIDE University Training Program" at least one week before scheduling the initial training program.