Are Zoomin Groomin franchisees required to pay an admission fee for the Annual Convention?
Zoomin_Groomin Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Either you or your General Manager must attend the Annual Convention. While there will be no admission fee, you are responsible for any travel related expenditures such as lodging, meals, and transportation.
Source: Item 9 — 01. Financial Statements and Exhibits. (FDD pages 68–156)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Zoomin Groomin's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, neither the franchisee nor their General Manager has to pay an admission fee to attend the Annual Convention. However, the franchisee is responsible for covering all travel-related costs, including lodging, meals, and transportation for themselves or their General Manager.
This means that while the convention itself is free to enter, franchisees need to budget for the associated expenses of attending. These costs can vary significantly depending on the location of the convention, the distance the franchisee needs to travel, and their preferences for accommodation and dining.
By not charging an admission fee, Zoomin Groomin makes the Annual Convention more accessible to its franchisees. However, franchisees should still carefully consider the potential travel costs before deciding whether to attend. Attending the Annual Convention can be a valuable opportunity for franchisees to network with other owners, learn about new products and services, and receive additional training.