What rules and requirements must Cordova franchisees comply with when soliciting candidates?

According to Cordova's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees may solicit candidates who reside within or outside their Operating Territory, provided they comply with Cordova's solicitation rules and requirements as designated in their Manuals. However, franchisees are not allowed to directly solicit clients outside of their Operating Territory. Additionally, franchisees cannot use other channels of distribution, such as the internet, catalog sales, or other direct marketing, to make sales outside their Operating Territory.

This means that while Cordova franchisees have some flexibility in finding candidates, their marketing and sales efforts must primarily focus on their designated territory. The rules aim to protect the territorial interests of each franchisee while still allowing for the recruitment of candidates from a broader area. Franchisees need to be aware of the specific guidelines in the Manuals to ensure they are compliant with Cordova's solicitation rules.

It is important for prospective franchisees to carefully review the Manuals and understand the specific rules and requirements for candidate solicitation. Failure to comply with these rules could result in a breach of the Franchise Agreement. Franchisees should also seek clarification from Cordova regarding any ambiguities or uncertainties in the solicitation rules to avoid potential conflicts or misunderstandings.