Who must Dryject franchise owners obtain signed covenants of confidentiality and noncompetition from, at the franchisor's request?

According to Dryject's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, at the franchisor's request, a franchisee must obtain signed covenants of confidentiality and noncompetition from specific individuals. These individuals include anyone who has or may have an ownership interest in the Franchise Owner or the Franchised Business. This requirement also extends to those who receive or have access to training and other confidential information under the Dryject System.

The covenants must be in a form that is satisfactory to Dryject. Furthermore, Dryject must be named as a third-party beneficiary of these covenants. This designation grants Dryject the independent right to enforce the covenants, ensuring the protection of their confidential information and trade secrets.

This requirement is typical in franchising, as franchisors need to protect their proprietary information and systems. By requiring these covenants, Dryject aims to prevent unauthorized use or disclosure of confidential information, which could harm the brand and its franchisees. Prospective franchisees should carefully review the form of the covenant to understand the scope of the restrictions and ensure that all relevant individuals within their business are willing to comply.