What is the application number for one of the Focalpoint Coaching trademarks?
Focalpoint_Coaching Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
1, 2024 | 35 | | | 98,613,272 | June 21, 2024 | 35 |
| MARK | APPLICATION | APPLICATION | INTERNATIONAL |
|---|---|---|---|
| NUMBER | DATE | CLASS OF GOODS | |
| 98,619,856 | June 26, 2024 | 35 |
The Principal Mark is owned by Brian Tracy and Campbell Fraser (collectively, "Tracy and Fraser").
Source: Item 13 — Trademarks (FDD pages 38–40)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Focalpoint Coaching's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, several trademark applications are pending. The FDD lists application numbers 98,593,031 (filed June 10, 2024), 98,594,913 (filed June 11, 2024), 98,613,272 (filed June 21, 2024), and 98,619,856 (filed June 26, 2024). All of these applications are for International Class 35, which covers business management; business administration; office functions.
It is important for a prospective Focalpoint Coaching franchisee to understand the trademark registration and application details. The success of a franchise system often relies heavily on brand recognition and protection. Knowing the application dates can give a franchisee insight into how recently Focalpoint Coaching has been working to protect its brand.
The FDD also mentions that Focalpoint International licenses Focalpoint Coaching the right to use the marks and sublicense them to franchise owners. Franchisees must adhere to Focalpoint Coaching's rules for using the marks, including proper trademark registration notices and obtaining any required fictitious name registrations. Franchisees are prohibited from using the marks in their corporate or legal business name, with unauthorized modifications, or as part of a domain name.
Prospective franchisees should also be aware of the implications of trademark infringement or challenges. The FDD states that franchisees must immediately notify Focalpoint Coaching of any apparent infringement or challenges to the use of any mark. Focalpoint Coaching retains control over any litigation or proceedings arising from infringement or challenges and is not required to indemnify franchisees for damages or expenses in such proceedings.