Common use of Initial Training Program Clause in Contracts

Initial Training Program. Prior to the opening of the Franchised Business, Franchisee (or, if Franchisee is a corporation, partnership, or limited liability company, a principal of Franchisee acceptable to Franchisor and who owns at least a fifty percent (50%) equity interest in Franchisee) shall attend and complete to Franchisorʹs satisfaction, Franchisor’s initial training program for Fiesta Insurance franchisees, including a review of the sales support guide that Franchisor provides to Franchisee at least one week before Franchisee opens the Franchised Business. Franchisor shall provide such training without charge to one trainee, who may be Franchisee or another supervisorial or managerial person selected by Franchisee. Following the completion of the initial training program, Franchisee shall provide such initial training program to all of Franchiseeʹs employees and independent contractors who have been approved by Franchisor who shall have direct contact with Franchisee’s clients. Franchisee shall be responsible for all expenses incurred in connection with attending the initial training program including, without limitation, the costs of transportation, lodging, meals, and wages. Franchisor shall, in its sole discretion, select the time and location of the initial training program. The initial training program shall not be provided if (i) Franchisee or any affiliate of Franchisee (or an owner of either) owns or operates a Fiesta Insurance Franchised Business as of the Effective Date; or (ii) this Agreement is executed as a Renewal Franchise Agreement.