1. Disclaimer
The information, content, resources, schedules, bookings, and any materials provided through The EventTalk — including but not limited to event listings, speaker information, in-person events, educational content, and any advice or guidance communicated via this website, its representatives, or affiliated channels — are provided strictly for general informational purposes only.
The EventTalk makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, completeness, reliability, suitability, or availability of any information, services, bookings, or related content. Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk.
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, The EventTalk, its owners, directors, employees, partners, content creators, and affiliates shall not be held liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or exemplary damages — including but not limited to loss of revenue, data, goodwill, or other intangible losses — arising out of or in connection with:
- Your use of, or inability to use, information or content consumed through The EventTalk;
- Any events scheduled, booked, or arranged through or in reliance on The EventTalk;
- Any knowledge, training, or educational material obtained from or through The EventTalk;
- Any errors, omissions, inaccuracies, or misleading information in any content provided;
- Any actions taken or decisions made based on information or services associated with The EventTalk.
The EventTalk does not assume any legal responsibility or liability for the actions, omissions, conduct, or outcomes of any third parties, vendors, speakers, sponsors, or attendees connected to events or content facilitated through this platform.
By accessing this website or engaging with any content, services, or events associated with The EventTalk, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this disclaimer in full. If you do not agree with any part of this disclaimer, you should discontinue use of this website and its associated services immediately.
2. Payment & no-refund policy
By completing a purchase, booking, or registration through The EventTalk, you agree to the following payment terms in full.
Payment authorization
All payments are processed at the time of purchase or booking. By submitting payment, you authorize The EventTalk to charge the full amount to your selected payment method. All fees are listed in USD and are inclusive of any applicable taxes where required by law.
All sales are final — no refunds
All purchases made through The EventTalk — including but not limited to event registrations, course enrollments, and one-time fees — are final and non-refundable. The EventTalk does not offer refunds, credits, or exchanges under any circumstances, including but not limited to:
- Failure to attend a scheduled event or session;
- Dissatisfaction with content, speakers, or event outcomes;
- Technical difficulties on the user’s end;
- Scheduling conflicts or changes in personal circumstances.
In-person event refunds — 48-hour cancellation
- Notify The EventTalk in writing more than 48 hours before the event → full refund minus credit card processing fees
- 48 hours or less before the event, or after it’s taken place → no refund
- Applies to in-person events only (not memberships, virtual events, courses, etc.)
- Refunds go back to the original payment method within 5–10 business days
- Emails must be sent to info@theeventtalk.com
By completing your purchase, you expressly acknowledge and accept this no-refund policy. We strongly encourage you to review all event details, dates, and descriptions carefully before completing any transaction.
Event cancellations by The EventTalk
In the rare event that The EventTalk cancels a scheduled event or session, registrants will be offered either a credit toward a future event or a full refund at The EventTalk’s sole discretion. This is the only circumstance under which a refund may be considered.
3. Membership & cancellation terms
Recurring billing
Monthly and yearly membership subscriptions are billed on a recurring basis on the same date each month (or year) from the date of your initial enrollment. By enrolling in a monthly or yearly membership, you authorize The EventTalk to automatically charge your payment method each billing cycle until your membership is validly cancelled in accordance with these terms.
Cancellation — 30 days’ notice required
Members may cancel their membership at any time by providing a minimum of 30 days’ written notice prior to their next billing date. Notice must be submitted via info@theeventtalk.com.
Cancellation requests received less than 30 days before the next scheduled billing date will not prevent that billing cycle from being charged. Your membership will remain active through the end of that paid period, and no further charges will be applied thereafter.
Example for monthly cancellations
If your billing date is the 1st of the month and you submit a cancellation request on the 10th, your final charge will be on the 1st of the following month. Your membership will then remain active through that final paid month and will not renew again.
No refunds on membership fees
Membership fees already charged are non-refundable, including any partial month remaining after a cancellation takes effect. Access to membership benefits will continue until the end of the final paid billing period.
Failed payments
If a recurring payment fails, The EventTalk reserves the right to suspend or terminate membership access until payment is successfully collected. It is the member’s responsibility to ensure their payment information remains current and valid at all times.
4. Terms & conditions
Welcome to The EventTalk. By accessing or using this website, registering for an account, purchasing a membership, booking an event, or engaging with any content on this platform, you agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions. If you do not agree, please discontinue use immediately.
4.1 About The EventTalk
The EventTalk is an event industry platform providing educational content, event tips, venue information, industry resources, event bookings, vendors and community membership. These Terms govern your use of all services, content, and features offered through our website and associated channels.
4.2 Eligibility
You must be at least 18 years of age to use this platform, create an account, or make any purchase. By using The EventTalk, you represent and warrant that you meet this requirement and that all information you provide is accurate and truthful.
4.3 Accounts
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activity that occurs under your account. You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account. The EventTalk reserves the right to suspend or terminate any account at its sole discretion for violation of these Terms or for any conduct deemed harmful to the platform or its community.
4.4 Payments, refunds & membership
All purchases are final and non-refundable for memberships. Monthly and yearly memberships are billed on a recurring basis and require 30 days’ written notice to cancel. Full payment and membership terms are detailed in Payment & no-refund policy and Membership & cancellation, which are incorporated herein by reference.
4.5 Acceptable use
You agree not to use The EventTalk to:
- Violate any applicable local, state, national, or international law;
- Harass, abuse, or harm other users, speakers, vendors, or staff;
- Reproduce, resell, or redistribute any platform content without written permission;
- Submit false, misleading, or fraudulent information;
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the platform or its systems;
- Use automated tools, bots, or scrapers to extract content or data.
4.6 Intellectual property
All content on The EventTalk is the property of The EventTalk or its licensed content providers and is protected by applicable copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws. You may not copy, reproduce, modify, distribute, or create derivative works from any platform content without express written permission.
4.7 User-submitted content
By submitting any content to The EventTalk, you irrevocably grant The EventTalk a perpetual, worldwide, royalty-free, non-exclusive license to use, publish, reproduce, edit, adapt, distribute, and display that content across the platform and all associated social media channels, in any format and at The EventTalk’s sole discretion, without further notice, compensation, or attribution obligation. You represent and warrant that you own or have the right to submit such content and that it does not infringe the rights of any third party.
4.8 Third-party content & venue listings
Venue listings, vendor recommendations, and third-party content featured on The EventTalk are provided for informational purposes only. The EventTalk does not endorse, guarantee, or assume responsibility for the accuracy, quality, safety, or legality of any third-party venue, vendor, or service listed on this platform.
4.9 Limitation of liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, The EventTalk and its owners, employees, affiliates, and agents shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of this platform, attendance at any event, reliance on any content, or any transaction made through or in connection with The EventTalk.
4.10 Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless The EventTalk, its owners, officers, employees, and affiliates from and against any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, or expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of your use of the platform, your violation of these Terms, or your infringement of any third-party rights.
4.11 Termination
The EventTalk reserves the right to suspend or terminate your access to the platform at any time, with or without notice, for conduct that violates these Terms or is otherwise deemed harmful to the platform, its users, or its reputation.
4.12 Governing law & disputes
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Arizona. Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be resolved through binding arbitration or in the courts located in Maricopa County, Arizona, and you consent to personal jurisdiction in that venue.
4.13 Changes to these terms
The EventTalk reserves the right to update or modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. Continued use of the platform after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.
5. Privacy policy
The EventTalk is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what personal information we collect, how we use it, who we share it with, and your rights regarding your data. By using our website and services, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
5.1 Information we collect
- Identity & contact: name, email address, phone number, and business name provided during registration, booking, or membership sign-up;
- Payment information: billing address and payment card details (processed securely through our third-party payment processor — we do not store full card numbers);
- Account information: username, password (encrypted), preferences, and membership status;
- User-submitted content: any photos, videos, text, or materials you voluntarily submit to the platform;
- Usage data: pages visited, time spent, clicks, device type, browser, IP address, and referral source collected automatically via cookies and analytics tools;
- Communications: emails, messages, or inquiries you send us.
5.2 How we use your information
- Process payments, bookings, registrations, and memberships;
- Deliver educational content, event updates, and platform features;
- Send transactional emails (receipts, booking confirmations, membership updates);
- Send marketing and promotional communications, where you have opted in;
- Improve and personalize your experience on the platform;
- Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms & Conditions.
5.3 Sharing your information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data with:
- Payment processors (e.g. Stripe, PayPal) to complete transactions;
- Email marketing platforms (e.g. Mailchimp, Klaviyo) to send communications you have opted into;
- Analytics providers (e.g. Google Analytics) to understand site usage;
- Law enforcement or legal authorities where required by law or to protect our rights.
5.4 Cookies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to operate and improve the platform. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings or our cookie consent banner. See our Cookie Policy for full details.
5.5 Data retention
We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active, as needed to provide services, and as required to comply with legal obligations. You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to any retention requirements imposed by law or our payment processors.
5.6 Your rights
- Access the personal data we hold about you;
- Request correction of inaccurate data;
- Request deletion of your personal data;
- Opt out of marketing communications at any time;
- Lodge a complaint with a relevant data protection authority.
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at info@theeventtalk.com.
5.7 Children’s privacy
The EventTalk is not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe a minor has provided us with personal data, please contact us and we will take steps to delete it promptly.
5.8 Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
5.9 Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. Your continued use of the platform after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.
5.10 Contact
For privacy-related questions or data requests, contact us at info@theeventtalk.com.
7. Intellectual property & content ownership
This policy explains ownership of content on The EventTalk, your rights as a user, and what happens when you submit content to us. Please read this carefully before contributing any materials to the platform.
7.1 Ownership of platform content
All content published on The EventTalk — including but not limited to articles, event tips, educational materials, venue guides, graphics, logos, videos, audio, course content, and any other materials created by or for The EventTalk — is the exclusive intellectual property of The EventTalk or its licensed contributors. This content is protected under applicable copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws.
7.2 Restricted use of platform content
You may not, without express written permission from The EventTalk:
- Copy, reproduce, or duplicate any content from the platform in whole or in part;
- Redistribute, resell, or sublicense any content for commercial or non-commercial purposes;
- Modify, adapt, or create derivative works from platform content;
- Use The EventTalk’s name, logo, or branding without prior written approval;
- Screen-record, download, or archive any paid or members-only content for redistribution.
Personal, non-commercial reference use is permitted provided content is not shared or republished.
7.3 User-submitted content — license grant
When you submit, upload, share, or otherwise provide any content to The EventTalk — including but not limited to photographs, videos, written or video tips, venue recommendations, event recaps, testimonials, or any other media — you grant The EventTalk an irrevocable, perpetual, worldwide, royalty-free, non-exclusive license to use, publish, reproduce, edit, crop, adapt, translate, distribute, and publicly display that content across:
- The EventTalk website and platform;
- All social media channels associated with The EventTalk (including but not limited to Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn, Pinterest, and YouTube);
- Marketing and promotional materials, both digital and print;
- Email communications and newsletters;
- Any other channels at The EventTalk’s sole discretion, now known or hereafter developed.
This license is granted at no cost to The EventTalk and does not require further consent, notice, or compensation to you. The EventTalk may use submitted content with or without attribution at its sole discretion.
7.4 Your representations when submitting content
By submitting content to The EventTalk, you represent and warrant that:
- You are the original creator of the content or have all necessary rights and permissions to submit it;
- The content does not infringe the intellectual property, privacy, or publicity rights of any third party;
- The content does not contain defamatory, obscene, unlawful, or otherwise harmful material;
- Any individuals featured in the content have given their consent to appear and to have their content used by The EventTalk as described in this policy;
- You are not submitting content on behalf of a competing platform or for purposes of commercial solicitation.
7.5 Content moderation
The EventTalk reserves the right to review, approve, reject, edit, or remove any submitted content at its sole discretion and without notice. Submission of content does not guarantee it will be published on the platform or social media channels.
7.6 DMCA & copyright complaints
If you believe content on The EventTalk infringes your copyright, please contact us at info@theeventtalk.com with subject line “DMCA Notice.” Please include a description of the copyrighted work, the URL where it appears, and your contact information. We will investigate and respond promptly.
8. Event liability waiver & release
By registering for, booking, or attending any event facilitated, hosted, or promoted by The EventTalk — whether in-person or virtual — you agree to the following terms as a condition of participation.
Assumption of risk
You acknowledge that participation in events involves inherent risks, including but not limited to physical injury, property damage, and exposure to other attendees. You voluntarily assume all such risks associated with your attendance.
Release of liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, you release and hold harmless The EventTalk, its owners, staff, contractors, venue partners, sponsors, and affiliates from any and all claims, demands, damages, losses, costs, or liabilities — including personal injury, illness, or property damage — arising from your attendance at or participation in any event, whether caused by negligence or otherwise.
Venue & third-party responsibility
The EventTalk is not responsible for the actions, conduct, or conditions of any venue, vendor, speaker, sponsor, or third party connected to an event. Any issues arising from a venue or third-party service provider must be directed to that party directly.
Health & conduct
You agree to comply with all venue rules, event guidelines, and applicable laws during attendance. The EventTalk reserves the right to remove any attendee from an event for disruptive, harmful, or unlawful behavior without refund.
9. Photo & media release
The EventTalk may photograph, video record, livestream, or otherwise capture events and activities associated with the platform for promotional, educational, and marketing purposes.
Consent by attendance or participation
By registering for or attending any event hosted or promoted by The EventTalk, or by submitting content to the platform, you grant The EventTalk an irrevocable, perpetual, royalty-free license to use your first name, image, voice, and likeness as captured in photographs, video, audio, company name, or other media for use on the platform, social media channels, marketing materials, and promotional content — without further consent, notice, or compensation.
Opt-out
If you do not wish to be photographed or recorded at an in-person event, it is your responsibility to notify The EventTalk staff at the event prior to its commencement. We will make reasonable efforts to accommodate your request, but cannot guarantee complete exclusion from all media captured in a public group setting.
10. Affiliate & sponsored content disclosure
The EventTalk is committed to transparency. In accordance with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines, we disclose any material connections between The EventTalk and the venues, vendors, products, or services we feature or recommend.
Affiliate relationships
Some links, venue listings, product recommendations, or service references on The EventTalk may be affiliate links. This means The EventTalk may earn a commission or referral fee if you click through and make a purchase or booking — at no additional cost to you. Affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial opinions or recommendations.
Sponsored content
From time to time, The EventTalk may publish content that has been paid for or sponsored by a brand, venue, or vendor. All sponsored content will be clearly labeled as “Sponsored,” “Ad,” or “Partner” at the top of the relevant page or post.
Our commitment
Whether or not a commercial relationship exists, The EventTalk only features content, venues, and resources we believe to be genuinely valuable to our community. All opinions expressed on this platform are our own.
11. Email & SMS marketing consent
The EventTalk sends two types of communications: transactional messages (booking confirmations, receipts, membership updates) and marketing messages (event announcements, tips, promotions, and platform news).
Email marketing
By checking the opt-in box at registration or checkout, you consent to receive marketing emails from The EventTalk. Every marketing email will include an unsubscribe link at the bottom. You may opt out at any time and we will honor your request within 10 business days in accordance with the CAN-SPAM Act.
SMS / text message marketing
If you opt into SMS communications, you consent to receive text messages from The EventTalk at the number provided. Message frequency may vary. Message and data rates may apply. Reply STOP at any time to unsubscribe. Reply HELP for assistance. Consent to SMS marketing is not required as a condition of any purchase.
Transactional messages
Transactional messages (receipts, booking confirmations, membership billing notices) are sent as part of your service and are not subject to marketing opt-out. These are required to maintain your account and membership.
Contact
To update your communication preferences or be removed from our list, contact us at info@theeventtalk.com.
Questions about any of the above? Email info@theeventtalk.com.