As an Eos Worldwide franchisee, can I operate the Franchised Business as a sole proprietorship?
Eos_Worldwide Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
References to "you" or "your" means the individual person that acquires the franchise from us and will and operate the franchise as an EOS Implementer. EOS Implementers may operate the Franchised Business (as defined below) as a sole practitioner (sole proprietorship), or they may form a Business Entity (as defined below) to operate the Franchised Business.
Source: Item 1 — THE FRANCHISOR, AND ANY PARENTS, PREDECESSORS, AND AFFILIATES (FDD pages 10–13)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Eos Worldwide FDD, franchisees, also referred to as Implementers, have the option to operate their franchised business as a sole proprietorship or through a business entity. If operating through a business entity, the franchisee must either sign the Franchise Agreement or agree to its terms by signing a Joinder to Franchise Agreement.
If a franchisee chooses to operate as a business entity, they must maintain ownership and control of the entity, holding at least a 51% ownership interest unless Eos Worldwide permits otherwise. While additional operators, managers, employees, or administrative staff can be hired to assist with the business, only the franchisee can provide implementation services to clients and attend Implementer trainings.
This flexibility in business structure allows prospective Eos Worldwide franchisees to choose the option that best suits their individual circumstances and business goals. It is important to note that regardless of the chosen structure, the franchisee is responsible for ensuring that the business operates in compliance with all applicable laws and franchise system standards.