What factors might Devon Creek consider when selecting franchisees for the advisory council?
Devon_Creek Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
We do not have an advertising council composed of franchisees that advises us on advertising policies. The Franchise Agreement gives us the right, in our discretion, to create a franchisee advisory council to communicate ideas, including proposed advertising policies. If created, we will determine in advance how franchisees are selected to the council, which may include factors such as a franchisee's level of success, superior performance, and profitability. We reserve the right to change or dissolve the council at any time.
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS AND TRAINING (FDD pages 24–32)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to the 2024 Devon Creek FDD, Devon Creek does not currently have an advertising council composed of franchisees. However, the Franchise Agreement gives Devon Creek the right to create a franchisee advisory council to communicate ideas, including proposed advertising policies.
If Devon Creek chooses to create this council, the FDD states that Devon Creek will determine in advance how franchisees are selected to the council. The factors Devon Creek may consider include a franchisee's level of success, superior performance, and profitability.
It is important to note that Devon Creek reserves the right to change or dissolve the council at any time, which means participation in the council is not guaranteed for any set period.