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What are some examples of Kidokinetics' trade secrets that the franchisee will have access to?

Kidokinetics Franchise · 2024 FDD

Answer from 2024 FDD Document

referred to herein as the "Confidential Information"). Franchisee acknowledges and agrees that certain information, including (i) current customer and prospective customer names and addresses, (ii) information about credit extensions to customers, (iii) customer service purchasing histories, (iv) rates charged to customers (subsections (i)-(iv) collectively "Customer Lists"), and (v) sources of suppliers and purchasing arrangements with suppliers, also constitute the trade secrets and Confidential Information of Franchisor. Neither Franchisee nor any Principal may, during the term of this Agreement or following the expiration or termination of the Agreement, communicate or divulge to, or use for the benefit of, any other person or entity. Following the expiration or termination of this Agreement, Franchisee or any Principal shall not use for their own benefit, any Confidential Information that may be communicated to Franchisee or any Principal or of which Franchisee or any Principal may be apprised in connection with the operation of the Kidokinetics Business under the terms of this Agreement. Franchisee and any Principal shall not divulge and make any Confidential Information available to anyone other than those of Franchisee's employees who require the Confidential Information to operate the Kidokinetics Business. Franchisee and any Principal shall not at any time copy, duplicate, record or otherwise reproduce any Confidential Information, in whole or in part, or otherwise make the same available to any person other than those authorized above, without Franchisor's prior written consent. The covenant in this Section 18.2 will survive the expiration, termination or transfer of this Agreement or any interest in the Agreement and be perpetually binding upon Franchisee and each Principal.

  • 18.3. Protection of Information. Franchisee shall take all steps necessary, at Franchisee's own expense, to protect the Confidential Information and immediately notify Franchisor if Franchisee finds that any Confidential Information has been divulged in violation of this Agreement.
  • 18.4. New Concepts. If Franchisee or any Principal develops any new concept, process or improvement in the performance of services, or in the operation or promotion of the Kidokinetics Business ("Improvements"), Franchisee is required to promptly notify Franchisor and provide Franchisor with all related information,

processes or other improvements, and sign any and all forms, documents and/or papers necessary for Franchisor to obtain full proprietary rights to such Improvements, without compensation and without any claim of ownership or proprietary rights to such Improvements. Franchisee and any Principal acknowledge that any such Improvements will become the property of Franchisor, and Franchisor may use or disclose such information to other franchisees as it determines to be appropriate.

  • 18.5. Non-Competition Covenants. Franchisee and each Principal, if any, specifically acknowledge that, pursuant to this Agreement, Franchisee and each Principal, if any, will receive valuable training, trade secrets and Confidential Information of the System that are beyond the present knowledge, training and experience of Franchisee, each Principal and Franchisee's managers and employees. Franchisee and each Principal, if any, acknowledge that such specialized training, trade secrets and Confidential Information provide a competitive advantage and will be valuable to them in the development and operation of the Kidokinetics Business, and that gaining access to such specialized training, trade secrets and Confidential Information is, therefore, a primary reason why Franchisee and each Principal, if any, are entering into this Agreement. In consideration for such specialized training, trade secrets, Confidential Information and rights, Franchisee and each Principal, if any, covenant that, except as otherwise approved in writing by Franchisor:
    • 18.5.1. During the term of this Agreement, Franchisee, each Principal, and the spouse of Franchisee and each Principal if any, shall not, either directly or indirectly, for themselves or through, on behalf of, or in conjunction with, any person or entity: (i) divert, or attempt to divert, any business or customer of the Kidokinetics Business or of other franchisees in the System to any competitor, by direct or indirect inducement or otherwise; (ii) participate as an owner, partner, director, officer, employee, consultant or agent or serve in any other capacity in any youth fitness business or any other business offering any other goods or services offered or authorized for sale by System franchisees ("Competing Business"); (iii) do or perform, directly or indirectly, any other act injurious or prejudicial to the goodwill associated with the Marks and the System; or (iv) in any manner interfere with, disturb, disrupt, decrease or otherwise jeopardize the business of the Franchisor or any Kidokinetics franchisees.
    • 18.5.2.

Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 59)

What This Means (2024 FDD)

According to Kidokinetics' 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees gain access to valuable trade secrets and confidential information that provide a competitive advantage. These trade secrets are considered beyond the present knowledge of the franchisee and their personnel. Examples of trade secrets include current and prospective customer lists, information about credit extensions to customers, customer service purchasing histories, and rates charged to customers. Additionally, the sources of suppliers and purchasing arrangements with suppliers are also considered trade secrets.

Kidokinetics protects its trade secrets through non-disclosure and confidentiality agreements. Franchisees and their principals must maintain the confidentiality of this information and can only share it with employees who need it to operate the Kidokinetics business. Franchisees are prohibited from copying, duplicating, or recording any confidential information without the franchisor's prior written consent. These restrictions apply both during the term of the Franchise Agreement and after its expiration or termination.

The Franchise Operations Manual is also a key component of Kidokinetics' trade secrets. Franchisees must treat the manual and its contents as confidential, maintaining it in a secure location and preventing unauthorized access. The manual remains the sole property of the franchisor and must be returned upon request or termination of the agreement. Franchisees are also required to notify Kidokinetics if they develop any new concepts or improvements to the Kidokinetics business, which may then become the property of the franchisor.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document and is provided for research purposes only. It does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decisions.