Does the Deer Solution franchise agreement specify that the 'Annual System Conference' is for general education?
Deer_Solution Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- "Annual System Conference" refers to and means a conference that may be established and organized by Franchisor for the purpose of facilitating networking among Deer Solution Business franchisees, and general education.
Franchisor shall designate and determine whether or not an Annual System Conference shall occur and, if one is established in any particular year, the dates, content, and location of the Annual System Conference.
The Annual System Conference shall be for a duration of not more than three consecutive days per calendar year.
Franchisee is responsible for all costs and expenses associated with Franchisee's travel to and attendance at the Annual System Conference.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 55–246)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Deer Solution's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Annual System Conference is designed to facilitate networking among franchisees and provide general education. The franchisor, Deer Solution, retains the authority to decide if the conference will occur in a given year, as well as determining the dates, content, and location.
The Annual System Conference is limited to a maximum duration of three consecutive days each calendar year. As a prospective franchisee, it's important to note that attendance is not free.
Each Deer Solution franchisee is responsible for covering all costs associated with their travel to and attendance at the conference. While the FDD specifies the purpose of the conference includes general education, franchisees should anticipate expenses for travel and lodging to attend.