Are Deka Lash employees required to sign a confidentiality agreement?
Deka_Lash Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
THIS CONFIDENTIALITY AND NON-DISCLOSURE AGREEMENT ("Agreement") is made on the date entered below between DL Franchising, LLC d/b/a Deka Lash ("Company") and the below named recipient ("Recipient").
WHEREAS, Company has or is about to undertake discussions with Recipient regarding a franchise business opportunity (the "Opportunity"); and
WHEREAS, in connection with the Opportunity, Company may grant to Recipient access to Confidential Information, which such Confidential Information, including its existence and terms, the Company does not want made public, except as may be required by law;
Source: Item 15 — OBLIGATION TO PARTICIPATE IN THE ACTUAL OPERATION OF THE FRANCHISED BUSINESS (FDD pages 47–48)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
The 2024 Deka Lash Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) does not explicitly state that franchisees are required to have their employees sign a confidentiality agreement. However, the FDD does include a Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreement as Exhibit F-3. This agreement is between DL Franchising, LLC and the recipient, typically a prospective franchisee, regarding discussions about a franchise business opportunity.
While the FDD does not mandate confidentiality agreements for franchisee employees, it emphasizes the franchisee's responsibility to train employees to competently and professionally carry out their duties and offer excellent customer service. Franchisees must also ensure their employees have the necessary training, licenses, or certifications required by law.
Given the absence of a direct requirement in the FDD, it is advisable for potential Deka Lash franchisees to discuss with the franchisor whether they recommend or require confidentiality agreements for employees to protect sensitive business information and client data. This inquiry can provide clarity on best practices within the Deka Lash franchise system.