Who instructs the 'Profitability' training for Coffee News franchisees?
Coffee_News Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Subject | Hours of classroom training | Hours of on the job training | Location | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Profitability | 1.0 hours | 8 wk Mentor program | Bangor, ME | Mr. Garrett Guernsey Mr. John Buckley Mr. Ben Sprague |
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 'Profitability' training module is instructed by Mr. Garrett Guernsey, Mr. John Buckley, and Mr. Ben Sprague. This training includes 1.0 hours of classroom instruction in Bangor, ME, along with an 8-week mentor program.
This indicates that new Coffee News franchisees receive direct guidance from multiple instructors during their initial training. The 8-week mentorship suggests a sustained period of support to help new franchisees implement the profitability strategies they learn. The involvement of multiple instructors potentially offers diverse perspectives and expertise to the franchisee.
It is important to note that the instructors and location are specifically for the initial training program in Bangor, ME. The FDD also mentions that instructors for the training program may change due to availability and location convenience from time to time. Instructors are selected based on years of experience in publishing Coffee News, compliance with franchise standards, and strong communication skills as demonstrated by their presentations in Conferences. We require a minimum of 2 years of publishing experience with Coffee News.