By checking the box next to this Terms of Use, and clicking the “Purchase” button, you, the purchaser of an Authority Activation Retreat live event ticket ( “you” or “Participant”) agree you are voluntarily choosing to  purchase entry into this Event hosted by Hirsekorn Coaching and MHL21 LLC (“The Companies” or “Companies”), on the date(s) and at the location(s) noted below, and you agree you are voluntarily entering into a legally binding agreement with Hirsekorn Coaching and MHL21 LLC inclusive of the following terms and conditions mutually agreed upon:

For good and valuable consideration of $5,000, Client is electing to purchase a ticket to Authority Activation (hereinafter “Event”). Once ticket has been purchased, Participant agrees they understand no refunds will be given for any reason, including Participant becoming unavailable for Event, absent extenuating circumstances, as decided by the Companies. In exchange, the Companies agree to provide the services outlined below.

General Event Itinerary

Participant understands that Event is a 2 1/2 day live event in the Hamptons (New York), designed to help women leaders design their professional trajectory through authority and style.

Voluntary Participation

Participant agrees and understands that their decision to attend this Event is purely voluntary; any negative experiences before, during, or after the Event is at no fault or responsibility of the Companies. Participant acknowledges the Companies have not forced nor personally advised Participant of their need to be at Event; Participant has decided based upon the totality of circumstances that it would benefit them and does not hold the Companies responsible for such decision. Participant will not hold the Companies nor any affiliates, employees, owners, or contractors responsible for any injury, issue, or negative experience had at the Event as a result of their attendance, or any portion of travel to and from Event.

Travel

Participant also acknowledges they may need to travel in order to attend Event, and confirms that the decision to travel, and manner and mode by which they choose to travel in order to get to Event is wholly of Participant’s own choosing, and not in any way associated with the Event or the Companies, nor is it included in the Event. Should Participant encounter a negative situation or result from the choice of manner of travel, Participant understands and agrees that the Companies are neither responsible nor liable in any way, and that any required or optional travel is in no way associated with the Event.

Accommodations

Should Participant choose to obtain accommodations to stay local overnight, Participant understands this is also completely of their own choosing, including selection of accommodations and pricing. Ticket includes price of admission only; no accommodations will be included. The Companies are not responsible for any additional expenses incurred by Participant due to booking their own accommodations, nor will the Companies reimburse Participant should they choose to book their own accommodations. Participant understands any issue(s) with accommodations, or any such similar issue is purely between Participant and the manager or owner of the hotel or accommodations they may choose; the Companies are in no way involved or responsible for any such issue. 

Food

The Companies may provide appropriate food and drinks depending on the length and timing of Event, as the Companies see fit throughout the duration of Event; any additional funds spent on food, drinks, or refreshments will not be included in Event, and will be the sole decision and responsibility of Participant.

Participant understands the Companies will do their best to label any and all food and drink options in order to identify any potential allergens contained in a meal or food item, but cannot guarantee accuracy or completeness of all food warnings. If Participant has any food allergies, intolerances, or special needs involving food or drinks, they will use her own independent judgment to determine if such food and/or drinks are appropriate for her consumption, and will use common sense in making decisions regarding what to consume while at Event. While the Companies will make a reasonable effort to provide meal and drink options that fit within common dietary restrictions or needs, Participant understands and agrees it may not always be feasible to accommodate every restriction, and there may be certain meals, or certain portions of meals, that will not comply with Participant’s restrictions. Participant understands and agrees that the Companies are not to be held responsible should Participant have any adverse reaction to foods or drinks while at Event, whether due to a known or unknown cause, whether food was appropriately labeled or not. Participant takes full responsibility for choosing what to eat at Event, if anything, and agrees the Companies nor any Company employee, owner, affiliate, or contractor is not responsible should Participant experience any sort of health-related issue while at Event.

Release

Participant understands Event may include elements or activities that involve a certain level of physical activity, fitness level, or physical ability, which carries with it certain inherent risks. This may include, but is not limited to walking, standing, yoga, swimming, and any other similar wellness-centered activity the Companies may see fit. By execution of this agreement, Participant accepts and assumes all risks associated, as well as full responsibility for any and all injuries, damages (economic and noneconomic), and losses of any type, and fully and forever release and discharge the Companies, any affiliates or employees of the Companies, and any individuals participating as guest speakers or experts at Event from any claims, demands, damages, rights of action or causes of action – present or future – whether known or unknown, anticipated or unanticipated, resulting from or arising out of participation in Event.

Participant agrees to be solely responsible for her safety, as well as the safety of any guests they may have brought. They agree to conduct themselves in a reasonable and controlled manner at all times while at Event, and refrain from partaking in any activities that may cause them injury or illness. Participant understands the Companies are not responsible for any property lost stolen, or damaged while at Event.

Risk Acknowledgement and Acceptance

Participant understands and acknowledge there may also be a risk from contact with other participants, including negligent or wanton acts of other participants, failures in following guidelines and rules of the event or any applicable laws, any defects of conditions of the premises where Event is held, and/or any effects of weather, including heat, cold, rain, winds, storms, or humidity. Participant further acknowledges that each of these risks are that which Participant voluntarily assumes and agrees the Companies are in no way responsible or liable for any negative results or injuries they may sustain as a result of the above risks she may encounter. Participant has the option to leave Event at any time, should it become unsuitable for Participant

Medical Evaluation

Participant confirms they have completed any testing necessary to confirm they are medically and physically able to attend Event and take full responsibility for their physical well-being at Event. If Participant has any health-related restrictions, limitations, is pregnant, disabled in any way, or has recently suffered an illness, injury, or impairment, Participant confirms they either have or will consult a personal physician regarding this issue prior to attending Event, and obtain any information regarding how to maintain health while at Event. The Companies are not liable should any injury or aggravation occur.

Should it be determined at any time during Event that Participant is in need of medical attention, Participant consents to receiving emergency medical care and transportation as deemed appropriate and necessary by medical professionals called to the Event, or on site with the venue. This Release also extends to any liability arising out of or related to any medical treatment provided to Participant, including but not limited to negligent emergency rescue options. Participant confirms that should they sustain any injury requiring medical attention, the Companies are not liable. Participant agrees to hold Companies harmless from any injury or illness sustained, directly or indirectly caused by participation in Event. 

Disclaimer / Indemnification

Participant also expressly agrees to indemnity and hold the Companies and all affiliates, contractors, employees, and owners harmless against any and all claims, demands, damages, rights or causes of action or any person or entity that may arise from injuries or damages sustained by Participant while attending Event. Participant also understands the hosts, speakers, experts, and guests are not necessarily doctors, nurses, lawyers, financial advisers, psychics, licensed therapists, or other similar professionals, (and if they are, Participant understands they are not acting in their capacity as such and are not providing any personalized advice or treatment at Event) and agree to hold the Companies harmless should any physical, emotional, or financial injury occur as a direct or indirect result of any aspect of Event. Participant confirms he/she is attending voluntarily and confirms any expectations or preconceived notions about Event are purely speculation.

The Companies are also not to be responsible nor liable if Event is not what Participant expects, or if Participant is subjectively dissatisfied with the Event. The Companies will do their best to accurately and adequately market Event to outline the content, potential benefits, and past attendees’ experiences; however, none of the above guarantees Participant will have the same experiences, same results, or obtain any tangible or financial benefits from Event.

Participant understands that all services provided by the Companies in connection with the Event are provided on an “as is” basis, meaning it is without any guarantees, representations, or warranties, including but not limited to warranties relating to quality, non-infringement, fitness for a particular purpose, merchantability, or expectation or course of performance. Participant is choosing to attend Event on a purely voluntary basis and does not hold the Companies responsible should Participant become dissatisfied with any portion of Event. Participant agrees that he/she does not have a cause of action, legal remedy, and is not entitled to a refund should he/she not achieve the results desired following Event.

Earnings Disclaimer: The Companies do not make any guarantees or assurances regarding a particular financial outcome based on Event attendance, nor are the Companies responsible for Participant earnings, or any increase or decrease in finances based upon Event attendance. Any information or testimonials regarding past or current clients’ participation in or success after Events are individual, and results may vary.

Payment and Refunds
Participant understands and agrees Event ticket must be purchased in full in order to obtain valid ticket; unless otherwise agreed to in writing with the Companies.  Participant understands if he/she elects to purchase ticket via the payment plan offered on the Companies’ websites, they MUST pay in full, in accordance with the payment plan as stated on the sales page, in order to obtain a valid ticket. Failure to make any of the required payments by the due date(s) outlined on the sales page may result in Participant forfeiture of his/her Event ticket, and all money paid toward ticket to date. If Participant is able to bring payments current within a reasonable amount of time, the Companies may decide – in its sole right and discretion – whether Participant may still attend Event.

The Companies are not able to offer refunds once Participant has purchased a ticket to Event, unless Participant finds a Company-approved replacement for Participant who pays in full.

Dispute Resolution

Any dispute or issue relating to Event is to be resolved via mediation in or as near as possible to the city of Overland Park, Kansas. This Waiver is also controlled by Kansas Law, and is to be construed by the laws of Kansas, regardless of location of Event or Participant.

Photo/Media Release

Participant understands and agrees that Event will likely be filmed, recorded, and/or documented by photographers, media, or other members of the press. Participant understands they will likely be videotaped, photographed, or otherwise captured at Event, and consents to same. Participant hereby grants the Companies a royalty-free, irrevocable license to use Participant’s name, likeness, and image in using such video and photography from Event for commercial use, as it sees fit. This may include but is not limited to posting photos and video on the Companies’ websites, and social media channels (LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.) future sales pages and advertisements for future Events, and to promote and publicize the Event in general. The Companies may also sell or assign the right to use such images or other materials to third parties. By purchasing a ticket and agreeing to this Waiver, Participant provides Companies with a full, irrevocable release allowing the Companies and any other relevant party to use their name and likeness, and all such footage in any way it sees fit.

Other Event attendees may also have recording devices, including cell phones, laptops, and other means of recording footage, photos, and audio that they may share online via social media applications. Participant understands that attendees are within their rights to do so, and that Participant does not have any expectation of privacy at Event – she understands and agrees she will likely be photographed, videoed, and otherwise seen at Event, whether in the background or forefront of such recordings, and such images or videos may be shared by the person who records them. Company is not responsible for footage, photographs, and any other information obtained by Event attendees and posted on social media, the Internet, and/or other avenues. Participant agrees to fully indemnify and hold harmless the Companies and any affiliates of Event should any attendee post or broadcast any form of photography or media regarding or including Participant, whether intentional or unintentional. Company is not responsible nor liable for what attendees may post, and Participant agrees he or she is attending Event voluntarily, and assumes any and all such risks of being photographed or otherwise recorded by Event staff, attendees, guest experts, speakers, and/or Companies.

Subsequent Marketing

If Participant is located outside of the European Union and provides her name and email address to the Companies in order to attend Event, Participant understands such personal information will be added to the Company databases for subsequent marketing purposes, in compliance with their Privacy Policies, which can be reviewed HERE and HERE. The Companies will not sell, share, or use such data in any way other than as specified in the Privacy Policy, and will utilize it to send emails from time to time, with content the Companies believe Participant may be interested in.  Participant may opt out at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” button in an email sent, or by contacting the Companies at emily@hirsekorncoaching.com and melanie@melanielippman.com.

I, PARTICIPANT, have read the foregoing waiver and release, and voluntarily agree to the terms as written, with full knowledge of its content and meaning. I understand this Waiver is being agreed to in addition to and in accordance with any additional Agreements between myself and the Companies, in relation to any other programs or services from the Companies that I am currently participating in.