Who determines if an 'Annual System Conference' will occur for Mrcool franchisees?
Mrcool Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- "Annual System Conference" refers to and means a conference that may be established and organized by Franchisor for the purpose of facilitating networking among MRCOOL Center franchisees, and general education.
Franchisor shall designate and determine whether or not an Annual System Conference shall occur and, if one is established in any particular year, the dates, content and location of the Annual System Conference.
The Annual System Conference shall be for a duration of not more than three consecutive days per calendar year.
Franchisee is responsible for all costs and expenses associated with Franchisee's travel to and attendance at the Annual System Conference.
- "Approved Services and Products" shall have the meaning defined in the "Recitals" section of this Agreement and shall further refer to and mean those products and services that Franchisor authorizes for sale by MRCOOL Centers.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 55–263)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Mrcool's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisor determines whether or not an Annual System Conference will occur. The Annual System Conference is defined as a conference that may be established and organized by Mrcool for the purpose of facilitating networking among franchisees and for general education.
The franchisor has the authority to designate and determine if the conference will take place in any given year. If a conference is established, Mrcool also determines the dates, content, and location of the event. The conference will not exceed three consecutive days per calendar year.
As a potential franchisee, it's important to note that attendance costs, including travel, are the responsibility of the franchisee. Furthermore, franchisees may be required to pay an Annual Conference Attendance Fee, even if they do not attend the conference, unless Mrcool waives the fee for those who do not attend.