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Can Pump It Up use the Brand Fund for recognition and awards events and programs?

Pump_It_Up Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

Among the programs, concepts, and expenditures for which we may utilize the Brand Fund monies are: (a) creative development and production of print ads, electronic media, commercials, radio spots, point of purchase materials, direct mail pieces, door hangers, and other advertising and promotional materials; (b) creative development, preparation, production and placement of video, audio, and written materials and electronic media; (c) media placement and buying, including all associated expenses and fees; (d) administering regional and multi-regional marketing and advertising programs; (e) market research and customer satisfaction surveys, including the use of secret shoppers; (f) the creative development of, and actual production associated with, premium items, giveaways, promotions, contests, public relation events, and charitable or nonprofit events; (g) creative development of new program offerings for Pump It Up Businesses; (h) creative development of signage, posters, and individual Pump It Up Business décor items including wall graphics; (i) recognition and awards events and programs; (j) system recognition events, including periodic national and regional conventions and meetings; (k) website, extranet and/or intranet development and maintenance; (l) development, implementation, and maintenance of an electronic commerce Website and reservation system and/or related strategies; (m) retention and payment of advertising and promotional agencies and other outside advisors including retainer and management fees; (n) social media platform development and management; (o) public relations and community involvement activities and programs; (p) expenses of the Franchise Advisory Council; (q) search engine optimization and other similar online and/or social media engagement tools; and (r) any other purposes deemed beneficial to the Pump It Up System by us.

Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 60–225)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to Pump It Up's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Brand Fund can be used for recognition and awards events and programs. The Brand Fund is used to enhance and protect the Pump It Up system and marks, and to improve public recognition.

Specifically, the FDD outlines various programs and expenditures for which the Brand Fund monies may be used. These include creative development and production of advertising materials, media placement, market research, and the development of promotional items and events. The Brand Fund can also be used for system recognition events, including national and regional conventions and meetings.

Pump It Up retains sole discretion in using the Brand Fund monies for purposes it believes will benefit the franchise system. While the intent is to maximize recognition of the Pump It Up system, the FDD clarifies that there is no guarantee that expenditures will be proportionate to contributions from franchisees in any specific geographic area, nor is there an assurance that any franchisee will directly benefit in proportion to their contribution.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document and is provided for research purposes only. It does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decisions.