Can the Itan agreement be signed in multiple counterparts?

According to Itan's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, both the Franchise Agreement and the Conversion Addendum can be signed in multiple counterparts. Specifically, the FDD states, "This Agreement may be signed in multiple counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original and all of which together shall constitute but one and the same document." This means that the franchisee and franchisor do not need to sign the exact same physical document. They can sign separate copies, and these copies together will form a complete and legally binding agreement.

This flexibility is fairly common in franchising and business law. It simplifies the signing process, especially when parties are geographically separated. Each signed copy is considered an original, ensuring that the agreement is enforceable even if the signatures are on different pages or documents. This clause avoids potential issues related to needing all parties in one location to sign a single document.

For a prospective Itan franchisee, this means that the signing process can be handled more efficiently. The franchisee can sign their copy of the agreement and return it to Itan without needing to coordinate a simultaneous signing. This can expedite the process of finalizing the franchise agreement and moving forward with the establishment of their Itan salon. The Conversion Addendum also contains similar language regarding counterparts, further streamlining the documentation process if a franchisee is converting an existing business.