Who designates the Protected Territory for a My Salon Suite Franchised Business?

According to My Salon Suite's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisor, SMF, designates the protected territory for a franchisee's business at its sole discretion. This designation occurs before the franchisee opens their salon.

This means that My Salon Suite retains complete control over the geographic area in which a franchisee will operate, which is a common practice in franchising. The franchisee has limited to no input in determining the boundaries of their protected territory. The protected territory is described more fully in Section 2.C of the Franchise Agreement.

For a prospective franchisee, this highlights the importance of carefully reviewing Section 2.C of the Franchise Agreement to fully understand the scope and limitations of the protected territory. It is crucial to evaluate whether the designated territory offers sufficient market potential to support a successful My Salon Suite business. Franchisees should also inquire about the factors My Salon Suite considers when defining protected territories and whether there are any circumstances under which the territory could be altered.