Is attendance at Cream franchise meetings mandatory?
Cream Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type of Fee | Amount | Due Date | Remarks 1, 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franchise Meeting Fee | To be determined (subject to change) | As incurred | We may designate that attendance at a franchise meeting is mandatory for you and/or your Shopkeeper. We will charge this fee even if you or your Shopkeeper do not attend. This fee will not exceed $1,500 per person. |
Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES (FDD pages 13–17)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Cream's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, attendance at franchise meetings may be mandatory. Cream may require franchisees and/or their Shopkeepers to attend franchise meetings.
Even if attendance is mandatory, Cream states that a fee will be charged whether or not the franchisee or Shopkeeper attends. This fee is subject to change but will not exceed $1,500 per person.
Franchise agreements often include mandatory meetings to ensure brand consistency, provide updates on new products or marketing strategies, and offer training opportunities. The fact that Cream may charge the fee regardless of attendance suggests that the information shared at these meetings is considered vital to the success of the franchise. Prospective franchisees should inquire about the frequency and content of these meetings to understand the commitment involved.