Apex Leadership Franchising charges a royalty fee of 8.0% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This ongoing fee is typically paid weekly or monthly to the franchisor for continued use of the brand and support systems.

The total ongoing fee rate for a Apex Leadership Franchising franchise is approximately 10.0% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a 2.0% marketing/advertising fund contribution, a $0/month technology fee, and other recurring charges.

Apex Leadership Franchising has been involved in 0 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2025 FDD). There are no class action lawsuits pending.

No, the Apex Leadership Franchising franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2025 FDD).

Apex Leadership Franchising offers exclusive territory rights to its franchisees (2025 FDD). The franchise agreement includes encroachment protection, preventing the franchisor from placing another unit in your territory. Online sales are managed by the franchisor, not individual franchisees.

Apex Leadership Franchising currently operates 131 locations (2025 FDD) (119 franchised, 12 company-owned). The system grew by 11.0% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is 5.4%.

The 1-year franchisee turnover rate for Apex Leadership Franchising is 2.5% (2025 FDD). This includes closures, terminations, non-renewals, and transfers. A lower turnover rate generally indicates higher franchisee satisfaction and system stability.

According to the Apex Leadership Franchising FDD Item 19 financial performance representation (2025 FDD), the median gross sales per unit is $773K (average: $917K).

The initial franchise agreement term for Apex Leadership Franchising is 10 years (2025 FDD). Franchisees can renew 3 times for 10-year periods. The total potential term is 40 years.

Apex Leadership Franchising's post-termination non-compete clause lasts 2 years after termination or expiration (2025 FDD).

Yes, Apex Leadership Franchising's franchise agreement requires mandatory arbitration for dispute resolution (2025 FDD). The agreement includes a jury trial waiver.

Apex Leadership Franchising provides 75 hours of initial training over approximately 1 weeks (2025 FDD). Ongoing field support is provided on a as-needed basis.

Apex Leadership Franchising does not provide site selection assistance (2025 FDD). Franchisees are responsible for finding and securing their own location. The franchisor also provides technology support and systems.