Who has the final say in resolving impasses within a Stretch Zone Regional Advertising Cooperative?
Stretch_Zone Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Impasses. If an impasse occurs based on its members' inability or failure to resolve within 45 days any issue affecting the establishment or effective functioning of the Regional Advertising Cooperative, the issue, upon request of a member of the Regional Advertising Cooperative, will be submitted to us for consideration. Our resolution of the issue is final and binding on all members of the Regional Advertising Cooperative.
Source: Item 11 — ITEM -11 FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS AND TRAINING (FDD pages 36–44)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Stretch Zone's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisor has the final say in resolving impasses within a Regional Advertising Cooperative. If the members of the Regional Advertising Cooperative are unable to resolve an issue within 45 days, any member can submit the issue to Stretch Zone for consideration. Stretch Zone's resolution is then final and binding on all members of the Regional Advertising Cooperative.
This means that while franchisees participate in the Regional Advertising Cooperative, Stretch Zone ultimately controls the decision-making process when disagreements arise. This ensures consistency and uniformity across the brand's advertising efforts.
For a prospective franchisee, this highlights the importance of understanding Stretch Zone's vision for advertising and marketing. While franchisees can voice their opinions and participate in the cooperative, they must recognize that Stretch Zone retains ultimate authority. This is a common practice in franchising, where the franchisor maintains control over brand standards and marketing strategies.