What is the 'Dealership' referring to in the context of a Cornwell Quality Tools franchise?

According to Cornwell Quality Tools' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the term "franchised dealership" refers to the business owned by the franchisee that resells Cornwell products. The FDD specifies that "You" means the franchised dealership and the person or persons who own the franchised dealership, which includes the franchise owners/partners/principals if the franchise is a corporation, partnership or other entity. The franchised dealership's owners are sometimes referred to as "the Owners" in this Disclosure."

In practical terms, the dealership is the operational entity through which a franchisee conducts business. Cornwell Quality Tools distributes its products primarily by selling to these independent dealerships. The dealerships then sell directly from a "rolling tool store" truck or van to mechanics, service managers, and other professionals in a specific, non-exclusive geographic territory. The franchisee purchases products from Cornwell and resells them within their assigned area.

This structure means that a Cornwell Quality Tools franchisee is not just an individual but also the owner-operator of a dealership. This dealership is the focal point of their business activities, encompassing sales, customer relations, and territory management. The franchisee's success depends on effectively managing and growing their dealership within the framework provided by Cornwell Quality Tools.