Who is responsible for the wages and expenses of personnel attending Floyds 99 training programs?

According to Floyds 99's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are responsible for covering the wages, travel, and living expenses incurred by their personnel during any training programs. This includes the initial training program that you and your principal manager must attend before opening your barbershop. Floyds 99 does not charge for training two individuals initially, but franchisees are still responsible for the associated costs of sending personnel to the training.

This responsibility extends to any additional training programs or seminars that Floyds 99 may offer or require during the term of the franchise agreement. For instance, if a franchisee hires a new Principal Manager after the barbershop opens, that person must attend the initial training program, and while Floyds 99 charges a $3,500 tuition fee for this scenario, the franchisee is separately responsible for wages, travel, and living expenses.

This policy is fairly standard in the franchise industry, as it ensures that franchisees have a vested interest in the training and development of their staff. However, it's important for prospective Floyds 99 franchisees to factor these costs into their initial investment and ongoing operating expenses. The availability of training programs is subject to space considerations and prior commitments to new franchisees.