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What is the Kidokinetics franchisee's relationship to the franchisor defined as in the agreement?

Kidokinetics Franchise · 2024 FDD

Answer from 2024 FDD Document

ded to the System from time to time.

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the foregoing recitals and the mutual promises, commitments and understandings contained herein, the parties hereby agree as follows:

AGREEMENT

  1. GRANT OF FRANCHISE. Franchisor hereby grants to Franchisee and Franchisee accepts, upon the terms and conditions herein contained, the license to operate a Kidokinetics franchise (the "Kidokinetics Business" or the "Franchised Business"), using only the Marks licensed hereunder, in strict conformity with the System, which may be changed, improved and further developed by Franchisor from time to time. This grant applies only to the territory which will be selected by Franchisee and approved by Franchisor, which is more particularly described in Section 2 herein and in Attachment "B" (the "Territory"). Franchisee understands and acknowledges that present or future franchisees of Franchisor may operate under different forms of franchise agreements and consequently that Franchisor's obligations and rights with respect to its various franchisees may differ materially in certain circumstances.

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2. TERRITORY

  • 2.1. Territory. This Agreement grants Franchisee the right to operate the Kidokinetics Business from a single location within a Territory ("Kidokinetics Business Location") described and/or mapped in Attachment "B" to this Agreement and incorporated into this Agreement. Except as otherwise provided for in this Agreement, as long as Franchisee is in compliance with the terms and conditions hereof, Franchisor agrees it will not operate, nor permit any other franchisee to operate, a Kidokinetics Business within the Territory using the same Marks. Franchisee acknowledges that other franchisees may operate their Kidokinetics Businesses from home offices located within the Territory, however, such Franchisee shall not be granted the right to operate within the Territory. Franchisee may not operate outside the Territory without express written authorization from Franchisor.
  • 2.2. Reservation of Rights. Franchisee acknowledges and agrees that Franchisor and any parties Franchisor designates will have the right to: (i) establish and operate, and license third parties the right to establish and operate, other franchised businesses using the Marks and System at any location outside of the Territory; (ii) acquire, merge with, engage in joint ventures with, or otherwise affiliate with, and thereafter own and operate and franchise others the right to own and operate, any business of any kind, including businesses that offer products that are similar to those provided by a Franchised Business, within or outside the Territory; (iii) open and operate, or license third parties the right to open or operate, businesses that offer products and services similar to the Franchised Business under marks other than the Marks at any location; (iv) sell and distribute, directly or indirectly, or license others to sell and distribute, directly or indirectly, any products, services or merchandise, from any location or to any purchaser, through any channel or method of distribution (including, but not limited, to virtual classes, sales made by or through telemarketing, and/or on the Internet); (v) provide the services or sell products authorized for Kidokinetics Businesses to customers whose principal residence (or principal business office, if the customer is a business entity) is within Franchisee's Territory if contact with the customer is initiated by the customer and not Franchisor; (vi) to use and license the use of technology to non-franchisee locations inside and outside the Territory; and (vii) engage in any other activities not expressly prohibited under this Agreement. Franchisee acknowledges and agrees that this Agreement does not grant it any right to (a) offer any product or service via e-commerce without prior approval by Franchisor, (b) establish an independent website or to establish a URL incorporating the Marks or any variation thereof, or (c) distribute, market, or implement Franchisor's products and services in any channel of distribution not specifically identified in this Agreement. Franchisee may not sell products through other channels of distribution such as wholesale, Internet or mail order sales. Franchisor is not required to pay Franchisor if Franchisor exercises any of its rights within the Territory. Franchisor will not be required to pay any compensation for soliciting or accepting orders inside the Territory.

Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 59)

What This Means (2024 FDD)

According to Kidokinetics's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, the relationship between the franchisor and franchisee is defined through a franchise agreement that grants the franchisee the right to operate a Kidokinetics business. Kidokinetics grants the franchisee a license to operate a Kidokinetics franchise, referred to as the "Kidokinetics Business" or "Franchised Business", using the licensed marks and adhering strictly to the Kidokinetics system. This system can be modified and improved by Kidokinetics over time. The grant is limited to a territory selected by the franchisee and approved by Kidokinetics, as detailed in the franchise agreement.

The agreement specifies that franchisees may operate under different forms of franchise agreements, which means that Kidokinetics's obligations and rights may vary among its franchisees. The franchisee is granted the right to operate the Kidokinetics Business from a single location within a defined territory. As long as the franchisee complies with the terms of the agreement, Kidokinetics will not operate or allow another franchisee to operate a Kidokinetics Business within the same territory using the same marks. However, other franchisees may operate from home offices within the territory, but they are not granted the right to operate within the territory itself. The franchisee is prohibited from operating outside the designated territory without express written authorization from Kidokinetics.

The agreement also outlines several operational requirements and restrictions for the franchisee. The franchisee must obtain a telephone number listed under the "Kidokinetics" name, answer the telephone in a manner specified by Kidokinetics, and refrain from any conduct that could harm Kidokinetics's marks. The franchisee must offer services and operate the Kidokinetics Business in a way that enhances the image Kidokinetics intends for its system. The franchisee is responsible for paying all obligations to suppliers, lessors, and creditors, as well as all federal, state, and local taxes related to the Kidokinetics Business. The franchisee also agrees to indemnify Kidokinetics if Kidokinetics is held responsible for the franchisee's debts or taxes.

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.