Franchise Advisory Councils That Drive Real Outcomes

Turn Your FAC Into a Strategic Asset—Not a Sideshow

A well-run Franchise Advisory Council can become the backbone of healthy franchisor-franchisee relations—driving alignment, improving communication, and shaping smarter decisions.

This workbook lays out a step-by-step approach to structuring, launching, and sustaining an effective FAC. You’ll find practical charters, role definitions, meeting frameworks, and facilitation tips drawn from real systems, so your council can move from talk to traction.

This workbook is for franchisors who want to elevate their FAC from a routine meeting to a true strategic asset. It’s intended for leadership teams that value clear communication, structured input from the field, and collaborative decision-making.

Whether you’re preparing to launch your first council or refreshing an existing one, this guide will help you design, run, and sustain an FAC that strengthens alignment and accelerates system growth.