Event Disclaimer and Terms and Conditions

In registering for an event, workshop, conference, forum or activity hosted by the Power of BG Association (PoBG), participants and speakers agree to the following terms and conditions:

Privacy

Specifically, your contact details will be used to compile a participants list that will be used by: the PoBG event organizers; venues and accommodation providers for the purpose of room bookings (if applicable).

Should you not wish for your details to be used for these purposes, please contact the PoBG at least two weeks prior to the event.

Photography and Recording

I irrevocably authorize and grant PoBG the right to:

– record me (picture and voice) on photographs, film and/or videotape, for audio and visual production. (the Recording)

– edit the Recording into a photo gallery / short film/webinar (which may include other recordings and material);

– use my name and likeness, voice or other information concerning me;

– screen or place online (including on social media) the Recording.

I hereby release PoBG from any infringement or violation of personal and / or property rights of any sort whatsoever based upon the use of the Recording.

I acknowledge that PoBG owns and shall own all rights, title, and interest (including copyright) in the Recording.

I further acknowledge that PoBG is not obliged to use the Recording.

I warrant that I have full power to enter into this Release and that the terms of this Release do not in any way conflict with any existing commitment on my part.

I understand I will receive no monies for this Recording.

While under no obligation to do so, the PoBG will consider any reasonable request not to use or to stop using a particular Recording.  Such requests should be made in writing.

Should you not wish to grant PoBG these rights, please contact the PoBG at this email at least two weeks prior to the event.

Disclaimer

At the time of registration, PoBG provided the most recent information available, and the participant and/or speaker accept that the content and/or the delivery of the event can change beyond the control of PoBG. PoBG will not take any responsibility for any errors, omissions, and changes to the program or content of the event. The PoBG reserves the right to make changes as it deems necessary without penalty and in such situations, no refunds, part refunds, or alternative offers shall be made.

– PoBG reserves the right to update the Disclaimer and Terms and Conditions without notice to you.

– PoBG cannot control all content published or disseminated at the event. You may find other participants’ communications, graphics, audio files or other information inappropriate, offensive, harmful, inaccurate, dishonest or misleading, and/or deceptive, however, you alone are solely responsible for your interaction with other participants and agree to act responsibly and exercise caution, common sense, and safety while in attendance at the conference.

– PoBG, its directors, employees, servants, agents, and affiliates shall not be liable for any losses, damages, liabilities, claims, or expenses whatsoever arising out of or referable to the event.

Registration

If a person is registering on behalf of a participant it is the responsibility of that person to notify the participant of the terms and conditions of registering, for which they will be agreeing on the behalf of the participant. Responsibility also includes providing full details of the participants’ registration details as confirmed.

Cancellations

All cancellations must be notified to the PoBG in writing (email) before the cancellation can be processed. Cancellations will not be deemed to be received until you have written confirmation from PoBG. If you have not received an acknowledgment within two (2) business days, please contact one of the Board Members of PoBG.

Cancellations received in writing by PoBG more than 16 days prior to the event will be accepted and all fees refunded.

Fees and payments

Reservation is considered valid only if 50% of the fee is paid 7 days after registration in the official TypeForm. Otherwise, you do not have a guaranteed place at the hotel or the main venues.

Indemnity

Should, for any reason outside the control of PoBG, the venue or speakers change or the event be canceled, PoBG will endeavor to reschedule. In this instance, the participant will indemnify and hold PoBG harmless from and against any and all costs, damages, and expenses. PoBG does not accept responsibility for, and the participant indemnifies PoBG against, any costs, charges, or fines incurred by the participant in the process of attending the event.  This agreement is subject to the laws of the Australian Capital Territory and agreement to these terms and conditions indicates acceptance of this indemnity.

Insurance

Registration fees do not include insurance of any kind. It is strongly recommended that all participants take out personal travel and medical insurance prior to attending the event. The policy should include loss of fees through cancellation of your participation or through the cancellation of the event itself, loss of airfares for any reason, medical expenses, loss or damage to personal property, additional expenses, and repatriation should travel arrangements have to be altered. PoBG will not take any responsibility for any participant failing to insure.

Force Majeure

Neither party shall be liable in damages or have the right to terminate this Agreement for any delay or default in performing hereunder if such delay or default is caused by conditions beyond its control including, but not limited to Government restrictions (including the denial or cancellation of any export or other necessary license), wars, insurrections and/or any other cause beyond the reasonable control of the party whose performance is affected.

Entire Agreement

Subject to any amendments specified in subsequent event order forms or terms and conditions, the event order form and these terms and conditions constitute the entire agreement between the parties and supersede all prior discussions, negotiations and agreements in relation to the event.