I hereby and irrevocably consent to the recording and distribution of reproduction(s) of my voice and performance by The Business Brilliance Growth Virtual Summit & Bundle by Julie C Butler registered and operating under the laws of Ontario, Canada (hereinafter “Podcaster”), as well as its employees, designees, directors, officers agents, independent contractors, affiliates, associates, legal representatives, successors, agents and assigns, as part of the media program The Business Brilliance Growth Virtual Summit & Bundle (hereinafter “Summit”).

RECITALS:

WHEREAS, the Host is organizing a virtual summit & bundle (the “Event”) to give the general public access to expert speakers and a wide range of valuable information;

WHEREAS, the Speaker has agreed to join the Event as a featured speaker and share their expertise with the participants;

WHEREAS, the Host plans to promote the Event and the Speaker’s role in it through various marketing channels;

WHEREAS, the Speaker is willing to contribute their time and knowledge to the success of the Event;

NOW, THEREFORE, based on the mutual promises made and other valuable considerations, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby confirmed, the Parties have agreed as follows:

1.     ENGAGEMENT

The Host engages the Speaker to perform speaking services (“Services”) at the Event, and the Speaker agrees to this engagement, subject to the terms of this Agreement. 

The Speaker will participate in the Event as a speaker and will present on the agreed-upon topic with the Host.

The Speaker will provide the Host with all necessary presentation materials, such as slides or handouts, well in advance of the Event.

The Speaker gives the Host permission to use their name, photograph, and profile for promoting and advertising the Event.

2.    SERVICES

The Speaker agrees to present on the agreed-upon topic with the Host during the Event.

All sessions will be recorded, with me serving as the host in a format similar to a podcast interview. While you are welcome to use slides during your session, please note that sessions without slides tend to be more engaging and interactive, with a focus on lively Q&A.

You will be asked to provide a list of 5 questions related to your topic, as you are the expert on the subject matter. This is in alignment with my human design and ensures a smoother, more engaging conversation.

Each session will typically last approximately 30-45 minutes and will be designed to deliver maximum value. You are encouraged to make your session actionable, providing clear and practical takeaways for the audience. Depending on your topic, this may include 1-2 key actionable steps to assist attendees in growing their business.

The Speaker agrees to actively promote the Summit in a way that aligns with their unique audience and preferred communication style. While the specific methods are flexible, the Speaker is expected to contribute to the event’s success by sharing it with their community through thoughtful and meaningful promotion. This collaborative effort ensures the Summit reaches its full potential for everyone involved.

3.    COMPENSATION

The Speaker understands and agrees that this is a non-compensated engagement. Both parties agree that exposure and networking opportunities serve as mutual benefits for participation.

The Speaker will receive compensation in the form of

a.   Marketing and advertising services.

b.   Complimentary access to the Event. 

c.   One-time 40% affiliate commission on each ticket sold through the unique Speaker’s affiliate link.

The Speaker acknowledges and understands they will receive no other monetary compensation other than that explicitly stated above.

4.    PAYMENT

The Host agrees to pay the Speaker through the following method: PayPal

Payment will be made as follows:

All affiliate commissions will be paid out by May 19th, 2024, approximately 18 days after the final day of the summit. This timeline ensures all payments are processed accurately and efficiently.

5. TERM

The Term of this Agreement shall begin on the Effective Date and shall continue thereafter until the completion of the Event unless terminated sooner (the “Termination Date”).

The Parties may terminate this Agreement prior to the Termination Date for any reason by giving 30 days’ notice in writing to the other Party. If the reason for termination is a material breach by either Party, no prior notice is needed and the Agreement may be terminated immediately.

6. CONFIDENTIALITY

The Parties acknowledge and agree that Confidential Information may be exchanged between parties during the Term of this Agreement. The Parties must maintain the secrecy of Confidential Information and treat all Confidential Information as private and confidential.

The Speaker shall use Confidential Information solely in the performance of the obligations under the terms of this Agreement. The Speaker will not disclose the Confidential Information without the prior written consent of the Host except where required by law or regulation. The Speaker shall indemnify the Host against all losses, costs, expenses, and other liabilities which may be suffered or incurred by the Host in connection to or arising out of any breach by the Speaker.

7. PROMOTIONAL RIGHTS

The Speaker hereby grants the Host the right to use the Speaker’s name, image, likeness, biography, and other personal information or materials provided by the Speaker (collectively, “Personal Materials”) for the purpose of marketing, promoting, and advertising the Event in any and all media, including but not limited to digital, print, and social media channels. 

The Host may also use the Speaker’s Personal Materials for the purpose of promoting future events that may be of interest to the attendees of the current Event, provided that such use is in a manner consistent with the Speaker’s professional image and reputation. The Speaker confirms that the use of these materials will not infringe on any rights of the Speaker and that they have the authority to grant this permission. 

The Host agrees to cease the use of the Speaker’s Personal Materials upon written request from the Speaker following the conclusion of the Event.

8. OWNERSHIP OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

Each party shall continue to own Intellectual Property held by it prior to the commencement of this Agreement.

The Speaker shall retain all rights, title, and interest in and to any intellectual property created or used in connection with the Services. The Speaker hereby grants the Host a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and display the Speaker’s presentation materials for promotional purposes and internal use only. 

9. WARRANTIES

Speaker represents and warrants that all content and materials provided as part of the Services are their intellectual property, and that they have all applicable legal rights to use, reproduce, and license them for distribution. 

The Speaker further warrants that all content and materials provided as part of the Services will not infringe upon or violate any intellectual property rights, including but not limited to copyrights, trademarks, patents, or trade secrets, of any third party. In the event of any claim, action, or allegation of infringement due to the Speaker’s services, the Speaker agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Host from and against any losses, damages, costs, and expenses incurred or suffered by the Host as a result of such claim, action, or allegation.

10. INDEMNIFICATION

Each Party shall defend and indemnify and hold the other Party harmless (including its officers, directors, employees, and agents) from and against any and all legal claims and demands, including reasonable attorney’s fees, court costs and other legal expenses, which may arise from or relate to (i) the negligent, grossly negligent, or intentional act or omission of each Party or its directors, officers, employees, agents or Speakers; (ii) failure to perform any of its obligations under this Agreement; (iii) any act or omission in connection with the Services; and (iv) any use of the each Party’s intellectual property.

11. ENTIRE AGREEMENT; MODIFICATION

This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and specifically incorporates, supersedes and replaces all prior or contemporaneous oral and written agreements relating to the subject matter hereof.

No portion or provision of this Agreement may be changed, modified, amended, waived, supplemented, discharged, canceled, or terminated orally or by any course of dealing, or in any manner other than upon written notice. However, such modification is subject to acceptance by the non-modifying Party. If the non-modifying Party does not agree to the updated terms, that Party may terminate this Agreement.

12.  COUNTERPARTS

This Agreement may be executed in any number of counterparts and by the Parties thereof in separate counterparts, each of which when so executed shall be deemed to be an original, and all of which taken together shall constitute one and the same Agreement.

13. GOVERNING LAW

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Ontario, Canada without reference to its conflict of law provisions, and the obligations, rights and remedies of the parties hereunder shall be determined in accordance with such laws.
If any legal proceeding or other legal action relating to this Agreement is brought or otherwise initiated, the venue therefore will be in Ontario, Canada, which will be deemed to be a convenient forum. Each of the Parties hereby expressly and irrevocably consents and submits to the jurisdiction of the courts in Ontario, Canada.

14. ARBITRATION

In case of a dispute between the Parties relating to or arising out of this Agreement, the Parties shall first attempt to resolve the dispute personally and in good faith. If these personal resolution attempts fail, the Parties shall then submit the dispute to binding arbitration. The arbitration shall be conducted in Ottawa, Canada. The arbitration shall be conducted by a single arbitrator, and such arbitrator shall have no authority to add Parties, vary the provisions of this Agreement, award punitive damages, or certify a class. The arbitrator shall be bound by applicable and governing Federal law as well as the law of Ottawa, Canada. Each Party shall pay their own costs and fees. Claims necessitating arbitration under this section include, but are not limited to: contract claims, tort claims, claims based on Federal and state law, and claims based on local laws, ordinances, statutes or regulations. The Parties, in agreement with this sub-part of this Agreement, waive any rights they may have to a jury trial in regard to arbitral claims.

15. ASSIGNMENT

Neither this Agreement nor any of the rights, interests, or obligations granted hereunder shall be assigned, sold, leased, or otherwise transferred in whole or in part, by operation of law or otherwise by any of the parties without the prior written consent of the other parties. Subject to the foregoing, this Agreement will be binding upon, inure to the benefit of, and be enforceable by, the parties and their respective successors and assigns.

16. SEVERABILITY

Any provisions of this Agreement which are prohibited or unenforceable in any jurisdiction shall, as to such jurisdiction, be ineffective to the extent of such prohibition or unenforceability without invalidating the remaining provisions hereof, and any such prohibition or unenforceability in any jurisdiction shall not invalidate or render unenforceable such provision in any other jurisdiction. In such conditions, the remainder of this Agreement shall continue in full force and shall be enforced to the maximum extent possible.

17. NO WAIVER

The failure of any party hereto to exercise any right, power or remedy provided under this Agreement or otherwise available in respect hereof at law or in equity, or to insist upon compliance by any other party hereto with its obligations hereunder, and any custom or practice of the parties at variance with the terms hereof, shall not constitute a waiver by such party of its right to exercise any such or another right, power or remedy or to demand such compliance.

18. NO WAIVER

The failure of any party hereto to exercise any right, power or remedy provided under this Agreement or otherwise available in respect hereof at law or in equity, or to insist upon compliance by any other party hereto with its obligations hereunder, and any custom or practice of the parties at variance with the terms hereof, shall not constitute a waiver by such party of its right to exercise any such or another right, power or remedy or to demand such compliance.

Last Updated: This was last updated on December 09, 2024.