Buffalo Wild Wings GO

The system grew 77.2% in the past year (61 net units added), far exceeding typical growth rates. What is the franchisor's plan to support this rapid expansion in training, supply chain, and quality control?

Only 3 total units have exited in the system's history despite 140 current units. Can you provide details on the 2 closures and 1 ceased operation in 2024—were these voluntary decisions by franchisees or franchisor-initiated?

One litigation case is currently pending. What is the nature of this pending case, and has the franchisor provided any disclosure of potential financial exposure?

The Investment Costs score of 63 is below the typical range (69.0-78.0). What are the total estimated first-year costs beyond the $30,000 franchise fee, including buildout, equipment, and working capital?

The renewal fee is stated as 50% of the then-current initial franchise fee for new franchisees. Can you clarify what renewal fee a franchisee would actually pay if they renew their 10-year term in 2034?

Territory protection is granted but not exclusively. What specific encroachment protections exist, and under what circumstances could the franchisor place another unit nearby?

The franchisor designates or approves suppliers for 8 categories including food products, equipment, and signage. Are franchisees required to purchase exclusively from franchisor-approved suppliers, or can they negotiate with alternative vendors?

Renewal is subject to 8 conditions. What are these 8 conditions, and how frequently are renewal applications denied or not pursued by existing franchisees?

Two units closed in 2024 while the system was rapidly expanding. Were these locations underperforming, or were there other factors? What is the median unit volume (MUV) for the GO format specifically?

The 3-year unit growth rate of 50.6% is exceptionally high. Is this growth primarily from new unit development or from the recent launch/expansion of the GO format?

Given the non-exclusive territory arrangement and potential for supplier restrictions, what is the typical operating margin for a Buffalo Wild Wings GO location?

Of the 140 current units, how many are traditional Buffalo Wild Wings locations versus GO format locations, and what are the performance differences?

The franchisor reserves the right to approve operational pricing policies for suppliers. How does this impact a franchisee's ability to negotiate competitive pricing and margins?

All 3 litigation cases were against the franchisor. What were the general categories or subject matter of these disputes, and were they settled or litigated?

The transfer fee is $12,500 and renewal fee is $15,000. Are there any other ongoing fees, royalties on retail sales, or percentage-based fees not disclosed in the Item 19?

With a 2-year, 5-mile non-compete, what happens if a franchisee's territory experiences a change in market conditions or demographics during the initial 10-year term?

The system shows zero terminations, transfers, and non-renewals to date. Can you explain why there have been no franchisee-initiated transfers despite the system's rapid growth and potential value appreciation?

Unit count grew from 41 to 140 in 3 years—what percentage of this growth is from new franchises versus company-operated conversions or acquisitions?

How many of the 3 litigation cases involved franchisee disputes versus other parties (employees, suppliers, regulators), and what were the outcomes?