Membership Terms and Conditions

These Membership Terms and Conditions govern membership of the Commonwealth Entrepreneurs Forum.

By applying for, accepting or renewing membership, you agree to comply with these Terms and Conditions, the Commonwealth Entrepreneurs Forum Code of Conduct and other applicable Commonwealth Entrepreneurs Forum policies.

Commonwealth Entrepreneurs Forum membership is designed to provide opportunities for:

• Networking;
• Business engagement;
• Participation in programmes;
• Participation in events;
• Access to information;
• International collaboration.

Membership does not guarantee:

• Business contracts;
• Investment;
• Funding;
• Sales;
• Customers;
• Business introductions;
• Commercial success.

The Commonwealth Entrepreneurs Forum may offer membership categories including:

• Individual Membership;
• Start-up Membership;
• SME Membership;
• Corporate Membership;
• Institutional Membership;
• Investor Membership.

The Commonwealth Entrepreneurs Forum may introduce, amend or discontinue membership categories.

Applicants may be required to provide accurate and complete information.

The Commonwealth Entrepreneurs Forum reserves the right to:

• Approve an application;
• Decline an application;
• Request additional information.

Submission of an application does not automatically guarantee membership.

Applicants must:

• Provide accurate information;
• Conduct themselves professionally;
• Comply with applicable laws;
• Agree to the Commonwealth Entrepreneurs Forum Code of Conduct.

The Commonwealth Entrepreneurs Forum may establish additional eligibility requirements for specific membership categories.

Where applicable, membership fees shall be communicated before payment.

Membership fees may vary according to:

• Membership category;
• Location;
• Organisation type;
• Membership benefits.

Unless otherwise stated, membership fees are payable in advance.

Membership may be granted for a specified period, typically twelve months, unless otherwise stated.

Membership renewal may be subject to:

• Payment of renewal fees;
• Continued compliance with Commonwealth Entrepreneurs Forum policies;
• Confirmation of membership information.

Membership benefits may include:

• Networking opportunities;
• Event invitations;
• Member communications;
• Programme participation;
• Business opportunities;
• Member directory listings.

Benefits may vary according to membership category.

The Commonwealth Entrepreneurs Forum may modify membership benefits from time to time.

The Commonwealth Entrepreneurs Forum provides a networking and opportunity platform.

The Commonwealth Entrepreneurs Forum does not guarantee:

• Commercial transactions;
• Investment;
• Funding;
• Contracts;
• Revenue;
• Business partnerships.

Members are responsible for their own business decisions and due diligence.

Members agree to:

• Provide accurate information;
• Keep membership information updated;
• Conduct business ethically;
• Treat others professionally;
• Respect confidentiality;
• Avoid misleading representations;
• Comply with applicable laws.

Membership is personal or organisation-specific, depending on the relevant category.

Membership may not be transferred without the Commonwealth Entrepreneurs Forum's written approval.

Members must not:

• Share restricted access;
• Misuse the Commonwealth Entrepreneurs Forum name;
• Misrepresent their relationship with the Commonwealth Entrepreneurs Forum.

Members may not use:

• The Commonwealth Entrepreneurs Forum name;
• Commonwealth Entrepreneurs Forum logo;
• Commonwealth Entrepreneurs Forum trademarks;
• Commonwealth Entrepreneurs Forum branding

without prior written authorisation.

Membership does not automatically create the right to represent oneself as an employee, agent, representative or official spokesperson of the Commonwealth Entrepreneurs Forum.

Members may be included in a Commonwealth Entrepreneurs Forum directory or networking platform where applicable.

Information published may be subject to membership settings and applicable privacy requirements.

Members are responsible for ensuring they have authority to provide company information.

The Commonwealth Entrepreneurs Forum may suspend or terminate membership where a member:

• Breaches these Terms;
• Breaches the Code of Conduct;
• Provides false information;
• Engages in unlawful conduct;
• Misrepresents the Commonwealth Entrepreneurs Forum;
• Damages the reputation or legitimate interests of the Commonwealth Entrepreneurs Forum;
• Fails to pay applicable fees.

Where appropriate, the Commonwealth Entrepreneurs Forum may provide notice and an opportunity to respond.

A member may resign by providing written notice to the Commonwealth Entrepreneurs Forum.

Unless otherwise required by law or agreed in writing, membership fees already paid may not be refundable.

The Commonwealth Entrepreneurs Forum may reasonably modify:

• Membership benefits;
• Membership categories;
• Membership fees;
• Membership programmes.

Where material changes affect existing members, the Commonwealth Entrepreneurs Forum will communicate them where reasonably practicable.

The Commonwealth Entrepreneurs Forum shall not be responsible for:

• Business losses;
• Investment losses;
• Commercial disputes;
• Third-party conduct;
• Failed business relationships.

Nothing excludes liability that cannot lawfully be excluded.

These Membership Terms shall be governed by the laws of England and Wales, unless otherwise required by applicable law.

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