If the Degree Wellness franchisee is not an individual, what is the requirement for participation in the operation of the franchise?
Degree_Wellness Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
10.7 Management and Personnel of the Franchise
- a. Unless we approve your employment of a General Manager to operate the Franchise as provided in Paragraph 4, you must actively participate in the actual, on-site, day-to-day operation of the Franchise, and devote as much of your time as is reasonably necessary for the efficient operation of the Franchise. If you are not an individual, then at least one (1) Principal Owner, director, officer, or other employee of you whom we approve must comply with this requirement. If we agree that you may employ a General Manager, then the General Manager must fulfill this requirement.
- b. Any General Manager must obtain all licenses and certifications required by law before assuming his or her responsibilities at the Franchise.
Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 66–257)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Degree Wellness's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, if the franchisee is not an individual, at least one Principal Owner, director, officer, or other employee approved by Degree Wellness must actively participate in the actual, on-site, day-to-day operation of the Franchise. This individual must also devote as much time as is reasonably necessary for the efficient operation of the Franchise.
This requirement ensures that even if the Degree Wellness franchise is owned by a corporation or other entity, there is a designated individual who is responsible for the franchise's daily operations and success. This individual acts as the point person between the franchisee entity and Degree Wellness, ensuring compliance with the franchise agreement and operating standards.
Degree Wellness also retains the right to approve the designated individual, ensuring they meet the franchisor's standards for competence and commitment. Alternatively, Degree Wellness may agree that the franchisee can employ a General Manager to fulfill this requirement, provided the General Manager obtains all legally required licenses and certifications before assuming their responsibilities.