What requirements must a vendor meet to be approved by My Salon Suite?
My_Salon_Suite Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Prior to the opening of the Franchised Business, Franchisor will provide Franchisee with a list of: (i) those items and services that Franchisee is required to purchase in connection with the establishment and operation of the Franchised Business, including specific salon equipment, beauty supplies and other purchases that must be made according to the System Standards and/or from Franchisor's approved/designated vendors (collectively, the "Required Purchases"); and (ii) Franchisor's approved/designated vendors for these Required Purchases (the "Approved Vendors"). These lists may be contained in the Manual or otherwise provided to Franchisee in writing, and Franchisor may modify or supplement these lists as it deems advisable in its sole discretion.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 95–230)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
Based on the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, My Salon Suite franchisees are required to purchase certain items and services from vendors approved or designated by the franchisor. Prior to opening their franchise, My Salon Suite will provide franchisees with a list of these required purchases, including specific salon equipment and beauty supplies, that must adhere to the System Standards. These purchases must be made from My Salon Suite's approved or designated vendors. These lists of required purchases and approved vendors may be found in the manual or provided to the franchisee in writing.
My Salon Suite retains the right to modify or supplement these lists as they see fit. The FDD does not specify the exact criteria a vendor must meet to become an approved vendor.
As the FDD does not specify the requirements for vendor approval, prospective franchisees should ask My Salon Suite for more information on how a vendor can become an approved vendor. Understanding the process and criteria for vendor approval can be valuable, especially if a franchisee has existing relationships with vendors or identifies potential vendors who could offer competitive pricing or specialized products.