Who is responsible for hiring and training administrative staff for the Degree Wellness Studio Management Business?
Degree_Wellness Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- (e) Hiring, training, scheduling, supervising and managing all administrative and office staff of the Studio Management Business and the Studio, as applicable, and ensuring that the Studio Management Business and Studio business are sufficiently and adequately staffed; provided, however, that Licensed Provider, and not Management Company, shall be solely responsible for assigning and supervising staff for purposes of providing the Studio Services;
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 63–66)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Degree Wellness FDD, the Management Company is responsible for hiring and training administrative and office staff for both the Studio Management Business and the Studio itself. This includes scheduling, supervising, and managing these employees, ensuring adequate staffing levels for both entities. However, the Licensed Provider retains sole responsibility for assigning and supervising staff directly involved in providing the Studio Services.
This division of responsibility means that while the Management Company handles the administrative aspects of staffing, the Licensed Provider maintains control over the clinical or service-related staff. This ensures that the appropriate expertise and oversight are applied to each area of the business.
For a prospective Degree Wellness franchisee, understanding this distinction is crucial. As the Management Company, they will need to develop effective hiring and training programs for administrative staff. They must also collaborate closely with the Licensed Provider to ensure seamless coordination and avoid overlap in staff responsibilities. This collaborative approach is essential for the smooth operation of the Degree Wellness Studio.