Does Itan have any independent franchisee organizations that have asked to be included in the Disclosure Document?

According to Itan's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there are no independent franchisee organizations that have requested to be included in the document. Item 20 of the FDD confirms that Itan has not created, sponsored, or endorsed any trademark-specific franchisee organizations. This means that prospective franchisees will not have a formal channel to communicate with a large group of existing franchisees through an officially recognized organization.

This lack of an independent franchisee association could impact a prospective franchisee's ability to get unbiased information about the Itan franchise system. Often, these associations serve as a collective voice for franchisees, advocating for their interests and providing a platform for sharing experiences and concerns. Without such an organization, new franchisees may need to rely solely on the information provided by Itan and their own individual conversations with franchisees.

It is common for franchise systems to either have officially recognized franchisee associations or independent ones. The absence of both types may suggest that communication and collaboration among Itan franchisees are less structured. A prospective franchisee should consider this when evaluating the level of support and networking opportunities within the Itan franchise system. It would be prudent to speak with several current franchisees to understand their perspectives and experiences within the system.