Who instructs the 'Networking' training for Coffee News franchisees?
Coffee_News Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
initial training programs voluntarily at their own expenses.
TRAINING PROGRAM
| Subject | Hours of classroom training | Hours of on the job training | Location | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Profitability | 1.0 hours | 8 |
Source: Item 11 — Franchisor's Assistance, Advertising, Computer Systems, and Training (FDD pages 17–21)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Coffee News Franchise Disclosure Document, the 'Networking' training module is instructed by Mr. William Buckley and Mr. Ben Sprague. This training is part of the overall initial training program that new Coffee News franchisees are required to complete.
The 'Networking' module includes 1.0 hours of classroom training in Bangor, ME, along with an 8-week mentor program. This suggests that the training involves both theoretical learning and practical application, with ongoing support from mentors. The location of the classroom training in Bangor, ME, indicates that franchisees may need to travel to this location for the in-person component of the training.
It is important to note that while Mr. Buckley and Mr. Sprague are listed as the instructors for the 'Networking' module, the FDD also mentions that instructors for the training program may change due to availability and location convenience. However, instructors are selected based on years of experience in publishing Coffee News, compliance with franchise standards, and strong communication skills, with a minimum of 2 years of publishing experience with Coffee News.