How many franchisees serve on the Marble Slab Creamery franchise advisory council?
Marble_Slab_Creamery Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
We currently have a franchise advisory council comprised of 6 to 8 franchisees who are appointed by us. Under the bylaws, we also have the right to appoint 3 additional members from our management team. The Ice Cream advertising advisory council acts only in an advisory capacity. We consult with advisory council when making marketing decisions involving the Fund. We have the final right of approval/disapproval on all marketing spend and initiatives. We have the right to change or dissolve this advisory council at any time.
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS AND TRAINING (FDD pages 53–62)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Marble Slab Creamery Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchise advisory council is comprised of between 6 and 8 franchisees. These franchisees are appointed by the franchisor, Marble Slab Creamery.
In addition to the franchisee members, Marble Slab Creamery has the right to appoint up to 3 additional members from their management team to the council. This ensures that the franchisor has a voice and can provide guidance based on their broader company perspective.
The advisory council serves in an advisory capacity, consulting with Marble Slab Creamery on marketing decisions involving the National Advertising Fund. However, Marble Slab Creamery retains the final right of approval or disapproval on all marketing spend and initiatives. The franchisor also has the right to change or dissolve the advisory council at any time, giving them ultimate control over its structure and function.