What is the cost per employee each year for the Employee Engagement Survey at Even Hotels?

According to Even Hotels' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees may be required to participate in the brand's annual employee engagement survey. If Even Hotels requires participation, the franchisee is responsible for all charges associated with administering the program through the brand's designated third-party provider. The FDD does not specify the exact cost per employee for this survey.

However, the FDD does detail annual pre-determined amounts per full-time employee for optional value-add and specialist courses. These amounts are $650 for Managers/Department Heads, $450 for Assistant Managers/Supervisors, and $250 for Frontline colleagues. The document states that if this amount exceeds 2% of the total salaries and wages budget, the Learning & Development allocation should be capped at 2% of the hotel's total salaries and wages budget. This budget is intended for IHG Value-Add and Specialist learning offers and the personal development of hotel employees through various training programs, including virtual and e-learning.

Because the exact cost per employee for the Employee Engagement Survey is not specified in the FDD, prospective Even Hotels franchisees should inquire directly with the franchisor about the typical costs associated with this survey to accurately forecast expenses. Understanding these costs is crucial for budgeting and assessing the financial viability of the franchise.