Headquarters picks the card processor
Every location must use Shift4. A pitch for card processing goes to headquarters, not to owners.
Item 11 · 2026 filingFrom the filings · Lodging
Headquarters picks the card processor, supplies and the loyalty program.
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Every location must use Shift4. A pitch for card processing goes to headquarters, not to owners.
Item 11 · 2026 filingOwners buy from the suppliers the franchisor designates, so supply deals are made with headquarters.
Franchise agreement · 2026 filingThe account brief
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