Last Revised: October 28, 2024
By purchasing the Program, the Participant acknowledges and agrees to this Agreement as a condition of their enrollment and participation.
For the consideration set forth in this Agreement and in exchange for Your agreement to the promises contained in this Agreement, it shall be Career Protocol’s pleasure to serve You by providing the following products and services during the term of this Agreement.
By purchasing this program, the Participant irrevocably agrees that this Agreement becomes a binding legal contract between the Participant and the Company, and governs the Participant’s involvement in the Program. By participating in the Program, the Participant acknowledges that they have read, understood, and agree to all terms and conditions contained in this Agreement. The Company reserves the right to amend this Agreement at any time by providing the Participant with a revised version at the email or physical address provided on the enrollment form. Continued participation in the Program after receipt of such revisions constitutes acceptance of the amended Agreement.
The Participant authorizes the Company to charge their credit or debit card, as indicated on the enrollment form, for payment of membership in the Program. The Participant acknowledges and agrees that they are responsible for the full payment of fees for the entire duration of the Program (up to 12 months), regardless of whether they attend or complete the Program, and irrespective of the selected payment plan (full payment or installment payments). No refunds will be issued under any circumstances, and all monthly payments must be made on time and in full.
In the event that a payment is more than 30 days late, the entire outstanding balance for the Program becomes due and payable immediately on the 31st day. Failure to satisfy this payment obligation may result in the Company pursuing collections efforts and/or taking legal action to recover the balance owed. The Participant agrees to bear any costs, including reasonable attorney’s fees and expenses, incurred by the Company in enforcing this payment obligation.
The Company is committed to providing all Program participants with a positive and supportive experience. However, the Company reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to limit, suspend, or terminate the Participant’s participation in the Program, without refund or forgiveness of any remaining monthly payments, if:
Such termination shall not release the Participant from their obligation to pay any remaining balance owed under this Agreement. The Company’s decision to terminate the Participant’s participation in the Program shall be final and binding.
By participating in the Program, the Participant represents and warrants that:
The Participant acknowledges and agrees that all materials provided by the Company, including all materials available on the Company’s websites, Community Hub, and all other written materials, are the property of the Company. The Participant understands and agrees that this Agreement provides the Participant solely with a temporary, personal license to use these materials, which they may not copy, transfer, or share with any other individual, business school applicant, or admissions consultant.
If the Participant knowingly provides these materials to any other individual, business school applicant, admissions consultant, or other entity, the Participant will owe the Company damages that include, but are not limited to, the Three-School Base Project fee (currently $14,000) for each person with whom these materials were wrongly shared. If these materials are provided to a competitor of the Company or a provider of similar services, the Participant may be liable for monetary damages, including the Company’s lost profits and business opportunities.
The Company acknowledges that the Participant’s personal essays, written application answers, resume, and similar items are not the Company’s intellectual property, even if the Company assisted in drafting or editing them, and the Participant may continue to use them at their discretion.
The Company has made every effort to accurately represent the Program and its potential outcomes. While testimonials and examples of actual results from previous participants are available upon request and serve as indicators of what is possible, they are not intended to represent or guarantee that any current or future participant will achieve the same or similar results. The Company explicitly disclaims any guarantee of success, specific outcomes, or earnings, and makes no representations that participation in the Program will lead to financial gain, admission to any educational institution, or career advancement.
The results that each Participant may achieve through the Program are highly dependent on a variety of factors, including but not limited to their personal background, prior experience, dedication, desire, and motivation. The Participant acknowledges that, as with any business, educational, or personal development endeavor, there is an inherent risk of loss of time, effort, and financial investment. The Participant accepts full responsibility for any outcomes resulting from their participation in the Program and agrees that the Company is not liable for any losses, financial or otherwise, incurred as a result of their participation.
The Participant further acknowledges and warrants that payment of the Program membership fees does not place an undue financial burden on them or their family and is not being made based on any promise or guarantee of specific results or earnings.
The Company offers a 7-day money-back guarantee. If the Participant requests a refund within the specified period, the Company will cancel the Participant’s registration and issue a full refund.
Both parties are subject to a 7-Day Trial Period. Both the Participant and Career Protocol LLC have 7 calendar days to cancel the Agreement. Within 7 calendar days, the Participant may decide to cancel their service and request a full refund. If the Participant takes no action within 7 calendar days from the start of this Agreement, the terms of this Agreement will remain in effect, and the Participant will not have the right to a refund. During the same 7-Day Trial Period, Career Protocol LLC also has the right to cancel this Agreement and issue a full refund.
The Participant will have unlimited access to a portion of the Program during the first 7 days after registration, after which all modules, except for interview preparation resources, will be made available. Interview preparation resources will be made available around the time of the application deadlines in each round.
The Company stands by the effectiveness of its methodology and the value it provides to its students and offers a performance-based guarantee. If a Participant meets all the conditions outlined below and does not gain admission to at least one MBA program by the end of the application cycle, the Participant will be eligible for a free application strategy session with a Career Protocol coach and may join the subsequent MBA Catalyst Program at no additional cost. Additional 1:1 time with a coach or the Story Partnership Program is not included free, but is available for the next year for an additional charge.
To qualify for this guarantee, the Participant must meet the following conditions:
Failure to meet any of these conditions will void the Participant’s eligibility for this performance guarantee. The Company reserves the right to verify compliance with these conditions before granting the guarantee.
By participating in the Program, the Participant acknowledges and agrees to these terms, and further agrees that the Company is not responsible or liable for the Participant’s success or lack thereof, regardless of adherence to Program guidelines or strategies.
For any Programs purchased by the Participant that are delivered through a download link, the Participant will be provided with a URL to access and download the Program(s). The Participant agrees not to share the download link with any individual who has not purchased the Program(s).
Release of Liability: By participating, participants release the Company from any and all liability arising from the actions, communications, or interactions of Program participants, and agree that the Company is not liable for any loss or damage resulting from interactions or engagements between participants, whether initiated within or outside the Program.
By participating in the Program, the Participant grants the Company an irrevocable, perpetual, royalty-free license to record, use, publish, stream, edit, transcribe, or distribute any content derived from the Participant’s participation in the Program for internal coaching, training, and educational purposes within the Program community, both now and in the future. This license includes the use of the Participant’s name, voice, image, likeness, biographical information, and any verbal or written materials shared during recorded Program sessions.
The Participant waives any rights to review or approve such content prior to its use or distribution and waives any claims for compensation, royalties, or damages related to the use of their name, likeness, or contributions as recorded in Program sessions. The Participant further releases the Company, its affiliates, agents, successors, and assigns from any liability arising from the recording, production, editing, publication, distribution, or other use of content from their participation in the Program, including but not limited to claims of defamation, misrepresentation, or infringement on privacy rights.
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, the Company, its affiliates, agents, successors, and assigns shall not be liable to the Participant or any third party for any damages, losses, or injuries of any kind, whether direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, punitive, special, exemplary, or otherwise, including but not limited to lost profits, loss of business or goodwill, loss of data, or other intangible losses, arising out of or in connection with the Participant’s participation in the Program, use of Program materials, or any interactions between the Participant and other Program participants—whether initiated within or outside of the Program’s designated platforms.
The Company’s total cumulative liability, if any, for claims, demands, or damages of any kind arising out of or related to this Agreement, the Program, or the use of Program materials, shall not exceed the total amount of fees actually paid by the Participant to the Company under this Agreement within the past twelve (12) months. This limitation of liability shall apply regardless of the legal theory under which such claims are brought, including but not limited to breach of contract, tort (including negligence), strict liability, or any other theory of liability.
The Participant expressly releases the Company, its affiliates, agents, successors, and assigns from any and all liability arising from the actions, communications, or interactions of other Program participants. This release includes, but is not limited to, any claims for damages, losses, or injuries, whether direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential, that may result from interactions within or outside of the Program platform.
In the event that the Participant violates the Company’s confidentiality, copyright, trademark, or other intellectual property rights, the Company shall be entitled to seek all available legal and equitable remedies, including but not limited to injunctive relief, damages, attorneys’ fees, and any other relief deemed appropriate by a court of competent jurisdiction. This may include recovery of lost profits, business opportunities, and any other damages resulting from such violations, without limitation to the fees paid under this Agreement.
The Participant acknowledges and agrees that this Warranty, Disclaimers, and Limitation of Liability is a fundamental condition of this Agreement and that the Company would not have entered into this Agreement without such limitations.
This Agreement shall be binding upon the Participant and their heirs, legal representatives, successors, and assigns. The Participant agrees that this Agreement shall be governed by, and construed in accordance with, the laws of the State of Texas, without regard to its conflict of laws principles.
If the Participant has any concerns or disputes regarding the Program or its Services, they agree to first attempt to resolve the dispute informally by contacting the Company directly.
By purchasing this program, Participant is also agreeing to be bound by the Company’s general terms and conditions and Privacy Policy.