For Hck Hot Chicken, who is required to attend the annual convention, and what fees are associated with attendance?
Hck_Hot_Chicken Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Franchisee, or if Franchisee is an Entity, its Operating Principal, or a major Owner acceptable to Franchisor, must attend Franchisor's annual convention, for which Franchisee must pay a registration fee, regardless of attendance.
Franchisee shall be responsible for all of its attendee's Travel Expenses and Wages.
However, Franchisor may preclude Franchisee from attending Franchisor's annual convention, while Franchisee is then in default of any agreement with Franchisor or if Franchisee has received two or more notices of Default in the prior twelve months, but Franchisee is still required to pay the convention registration fee.
Source: Item 21 — FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (FDD page 54)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Hck Hot Chicken's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, attendance at the annual convention is mandatory for the franchisee. If the franchisee is a business entity, then its Operating Principal, or a major Owner acceptable to Hck Hot Chicken, must attend. Franchisees are obligated to pay a registration fee for the annual convention, irrespective of whether they attend or not.
In addition to the registration fee, the franchisee is responsible for covering all travel expenses and wages for their attendees. However, Hck Hot Chicken may prevent a franchisee from attending the annual convention if the franchisee is in default of any agreement with Hck Hot Chicken or has received two or more default notices in the prior twelve months.
Even if the franchisee is barred from attending the convention due to default or multiple default notices, they are still required to pay the convention registration fee. This policy highlights the importance of maintaining compliance with the franchise agreement to avoid penalties and ensure participation in the annual convention.