What kind of promotion do public figures do for their Marble Slab Creamery stores?
Marble_Slab_Creamery Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
MSC does not use any public figure to promote its franchise. A number of franchises are owned by public figures who promote their individual stores and the Marble Slab Creamery brand in general; however, these individuals do not receive compensation from MSC for this promotion.
Source: Item 18 — PUBLIC FIGURES (FDD pages 85–86)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Marble Slab Creamery FDD, Marble Slab Creamery itself does not employ public figures to promote its franchise. However, the document states that some Marble Slab Creamery franchises are owned by public figures.
These public figure franchisees independently promote their individual stores and the Marble Slab Creamery brand in general. This means that while Marble Slab Creamery doesn't directly compensate celebrities or other public figures for endorsements, the brand benefits from the promotional activities of its franchisee owners who happen to be public figures.
It's important to note that these public figures are not compensated by Marble Slab Creamery for their promotional efforts. The FDD makes it clear that any promotion done by public figure franchisees is done on their own accord and without direct financial incentive from the franchisor. This could be a beneficial aspect for prospective franchisees, as the brand may receive publicity from these owners without the franchisor incurring additional marketing costs.