TERMS AND CONDITIONS
By acknowledging or agreeing to these Terms and Conditions, whether by signature, electronic acceptance, payment, registration, participation, or any other form of assent, the attendee/student and/or their company ("Participant") irrevocably acknowledges and accepts all provisions contained herein in their entirety and agrees to be legally bound by the following terms:
1. PARTICIPANT FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
The Participant acknowledges and agrees to assume full financial responsibility for the following:
1.1 Travel Arrangements: All necessary travel arrangements, including but not limited to booking and payment for flights, trains, or other modes of transportation.
1.2 Accommodation: Securing and paying for all lodging and accommodations during the entire period of attendance or participation.
1.3 Local Transportation: Arranging and covering all costs of local transportation, including but not limited to car rentals, taxis, rideshares, public transportation, parking fees, and tolls.
1.4 Meals and Sustenance: All meal expenses and food costs incurred during the attendance or participation period, except where explicitly stated otherwise in writing by Mark VII®.
1.5 General Expenses: Any and all other expenses not explicitly covered under this Agreement, including but not limited to communication costs, internet access, printing services, equipment, materials, and personal expenses.
1.6 Course Costs: All course registration fees and tuition as specified in the course catalog and enrollment form.
2. CANCELLATION AND NO-SHOW POLICY
2.1 Late Cancellation Fee: Cancellations made less than four (4) weeks (28 days) prior to the scheduled start date of the course, program, or service shall result in a non-refundable cancellation fee of One Thousand Dollars ($1000.00). This fee shall be charged immediately upon cancellation and is separate from any tuition or registration fees paid.
2.2 No-Show Fee: Failure to attend a scheduled course, program, or service without prior cancellation notification ("No-Show") shall result in a non-refundable fee of One Thousand Dollars ($1000.00), in addition to forfeiture of all tuition and registration fees paid. A No-Show is defined as failure to appear within the first scheduled session or failure to provide cancellation notice as outlined in Section 2.1.
2.3 Payment Obligation: The Participant agrees that all cancellation and no-show fees constitute liquidated damages and not penalties, representing a reasonable estimate of Mark VII®'s administrative costs and losses. The Participant authorizes Mark VII® to charge any payment method on file for these fees and agrees to remit payment within fifteen (15) days if charged separately.
2.4 Force Majeure Exception: Cancellation fees may be waived at the sole discretion of Mark VII® in cases of documented medical emergencies, military deployment, or other extraordinary circumstances beyond the Participant's reasonable control, provided written documentation is submitted within five (5) business days of the cancellation.
3. RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND INDEMNIFICATION
3.1 General Release: The Participant hereby releases, waives, discharges, and covenants not to sue Mark VII®, its officers, directors, employees, agents, representatives, affiliates, subsidiaries, partners, instructors, and assigns (collectively, "Released Parties") from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions, and causes of action whatsoever, directly or indirectly arising out of or related to any loss, damage, injury, or death, whether caused by negligence or otherwise, related to:
(a) Travel arrangements, accommodations, and local transportation;
(b) Meals and any food-related incidents;
(c) Any expenses incurred by the Participant;
(d) Use of Mark VII® property, intellectual property, equipment, facilities, or assets;
(e) Participation in any course, program, service, or activity offered by Mark VII®.
3.2 Indemnification: The Participant agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Released Parties from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, and fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to the Participant's breach of this Agreement, negligence, willful misconduct, or participation in Mark VII® courses, programs, or services.
4. MARK VII® RESERVED RIGHTS
4.1 Course Modifications: Mark VII® reserves the absolute and unconditional right, exercisable at its sole and exclusive discretion, to cancel, modify, reschedule, postpone, or discontinue any course, program, service, or offering at any time and for any reason, with or without prior notice to the Participant. Such modifications may include, without limitation:
(a) Course content, curriculum, structure, format, and duration;
(b) Delivery method, platform, or medium;
(c) Instructors, guest speakers, or presenters;
(d) Materials, resources, and equipment provided;
(e) Availability, scheduling, dates, times, and location;
(f) Prerequisites, qualifications, and participation requirements;
(g) Class size, enrollment limits, and participant selection.
4.2 Refund Discretion: In the event Mark VII® cancels a course, program, or service, the Participant's sole remedy shall be a refund of tuition or fees paid, less any cancellation fees owed under Section 2. Mark VII® shall have no liability for any other costs, expenses, or damages incurred by the Participant.
5. GENERAL PROVISIONS
5.1 Entire Agreement: This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding and agreement between the parties regarding the subject matter herein and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous agreements, representations, warranties, or understandings, whether written, oral, or implied.
5.2 Governing Law and Jurisdiction: This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Colorado, without regard to its conflicts of law provisions. The Participant hereby irrevocably consents to the exclusive jurisdiction and venue of the state and federal courts located in Adams County, Colorado for any disputes arising out of or relating to this Agreement.
5.3 Severability: If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
5.4 Waiver: No failure or delay by Mark VII® in exercising any right, power, or privilege under this Agreement shall operate as a waiver thereof, nor shall any single or partial exercise preclude any other or further exercise or the exercise of any other right, power, or privilege.
5.5 Acknowledgment of Understanding: The Participant acknowledges having read this Agreement in its entirety, having had the opportunity to consult with legal counsel, fully understanding all terms and conditions, and voluntarily agreeing to be legally bound by all provisions contained herein.