Event Terms and Conditions
These Event Terms and Conditions (the “Event Terms”) apply to all events hosted by or in conjunction with AnitaB.org, including, but not limited to, Grace Hopper Celebration (“GHC”), Virtual Grace Hopper Celebration (“vGHC”), Grace Hopper Celebration Europe, Middle East, Africa (“GHC EMEA”), and local events. As a condition of registration and participation in any event, attendees, sponsors, volunteers, speakers, organizers, venue staff, media, exhibitors, vendors and other guests (“Attendee,” or “you”) are required to acknowledge and accept these Event Terms. Attendees are also expected to be respectful to other Attendees, event staff and contractors, and to abide by the Code of Conduct and incorporated herein by reference.
Anita Borg Institute for Women and Technology (“AnitaB.org”) reserves the right to change these and any event-related policies from time to time. Any changes will be made with the utmost care for the purpose of creating a fair and enjoyable event experience. Such changes will be effective immediately upon publication.
Registration and Payment
All Attendees must follow registration procedures to attend the event. Individuals with incomplete registrations will not be able to attend the event.
Except as otherwise described in these Event Terms, registration payment is non-refundable regardless of the reason for cancellation, withdrawal, forfeiture, revocation, or termination of registration. Registrations are non-transferable. All sales are final.
Granting Attendee Registration and Admission
AnitaB.org or the officially designated event management (together and individually, “Event Staff”), in their sole discretion, reserve the right to accept or decline an individual’s registration. Further, Event Staff reserve the right to prohibit entry or remove any Attendee or other individual, whether registered or not, whose conduct, in the sole opinion of Event Staff is not in keeping with the Code of Conduct, these Event Terms and the character and purpose of the event. Without limiting the foregoing, Event Staff reserve the right to remove or refuse entry to any Attendee who has registered or gained access under false pretenses or provided false information. Unauthorized solicitation anywhere at the event is prohibited and may be grounds for removal.
Identification
To verify registered Attendees and in-person events, Event Staff might ask Attendees to present a government-issued photo ID at registration to collect registration materials. When you check in at registration, you will receive a name badge. If you lose your badge it can be replaced for a fee. You must wear your badge at all times during the event. Individuals are not allowed to pick up badges for Attendees other than themselves, unless Event Staff give approval in advance of the event. Attendees may not have another individual participate in their place at any event-related activity without Event Staff prior approval
Access to Events
All event sessions and networking events require a valid event badge for admission. Persons under the age of 18 are not allowed at any event, unless accompanied by a parent, appointed guardian or chaperone. Release forms for persons under the age of 18 must be completed, signed by parents, an appointed guardian or a chaperone and approved prior to registering or attending the event. For safety and insurance reasons, children younger than 14, including babies in strollers and toddlers, are not allowed at the event at any time.
Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in these Event Terms, AnitaB.org reserves the right to, at its discretion, offer the event in a virtual manner and modify the event offering(s) accordingly.
Capture and Use of Images and Recordings by Event Staff
You hereby: (A) grant full permission to Event Staff to capture, your image or likeness by any audio and/or visual recording technique (including electronic/ digital photographs or videos) during the event, and to store, use, reproduce and create derivative works of these images and recordings (including, but not limited to, for resizing, color correction or digital reformatting) in any media now known or later developed, including for any marketing or other promotional purpose; (B) waive any right to inspect or approve the use of the images or recordings; (C) waive any right to royalties or other compensation arising from or related to the use of the images or recordings; and (D) release, defend, indemnify and hold harmless Event Staff from and against any claims, damages or liability arising from or related to the use of the images or recordings, including but not limited to claims of defamation, invasion of privacy or rights of publicity or copyright infringement, or any misuse, distortion, blurring, alteration, optical illusion or use in composite form that may occur or be produced in taking, processing, reduction or production of the finished product, or its publication or distribution. It is the intention of AnitaB.org that any derivative works will continue to accurately reflect the character and spirit of the event and your participation in the event.
Personal Data Privacy
AnitaB.org adheres to its Privacy Policy that can be found at https://anitab.org/privacy-policy/. Please read this policy carefully.
AnitaB.org does not share personal data about Event Attendees provided during the registration process with sponsors or other attendees unless: (1) you specifically opt in to such sharing via an event registration form; (2) you attend an AnitaB.org event and allow AnitaB.org or any of its designees to scan your attendee badge; or (3) you allow another attendee to scan your badge via the official mobile app. If you do not wish for your information to be shared in this manner, you may choose not to have your badge scanned at sponsor booths or events. If you choose to share your information in the manners described above, your information will be subject to the business partners’ or sponsors’ respective privacy statements.
How AnitaB.org will use your personal data: We ask for a variety of demographic information during the registration process. The data collected is used strictly for our impact report and attendance reporting, and personal information is never shared except as described above. We also may use your contact information to send important updates related to the mission of AnitaB.org or to AnitaB.org events, including GHC. If there is not an opt out link included in the email, simply send an email to GHC@AnitaB.org to inform us of your wishes.
AnitaB.org is not responsible for information that you disseminate to anyone other than Event Staff. Please exercise discretion before providing your name or contact information to anyone.
Recordings by Attendees
Recordings by an Attendee of any kind are prohibited without prior written consent of the Attendee being recorded. Attendees may not capture or use the materials presented in any meeting/session room or in session notes on display without written permission. Individuals not complying with these requirements will be asked to surrender their recording media and may be asked to leave the event.
Unsecured Items
Personal belongings should not be left unattended in exhibit halls, meeting rooms or public areas. Unattended items are subject to removal by security. Event Staff are not responsible for items left unattended, including any damage to or theft of your personal items.
Wireless Internet Service
AnitaB.org may provide wireless access (“Wi-Fi”) for Attendees during the event but cannot guarantee full coverage in all locations, all of the time. Please be respectful of your time and usage so that all Attendees are able to access the Internet. Excessive usage (e.g., streaming video, gaming, multiple devices) reduces bandwidth and increases cost for AnitaB.org. No routers may be attached to the network. Properly secure your computer before accessing the public wireless network. Failure to do so may allow unauthorized access to your laptop as well as potentially introduce viruses to your computer and/or presentation. Event Staff are not responsible for computer viruses or other computer damage.
Mobile Phones and Related Devices
Mobile phones, tablets, laptops and any similar electronic devices should be silenced during event sessions. Please exit the room before answering or beginning a phone conversation.
Food and Beverages; Smoking
The designated caterers (“Caterer”) shall be the exclusive supplier of food and alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages served at the event. Attendees shall comply with all applicable local and state liquor laws. You agree not to request, proffer, or serve alcoholic beverages to any minors, or to any persons who, in the opinion of the Caterer or Event Staff, are intoxicated. For the health and consideration of all Attendees, smoking, including e-cigarettes, is not permitted at the event.
Hold Harmless
You agree to release, defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Event Staff from any and all claims, demands, and causes of action arising out of or relating to your participation in the event and use of any associated facilities or hotels.
Event Cancellation
AnitaB.org will have no liability to you on account of any loss or damage resulting from any delay, failure, or cancellation with respect to the event if such delay or failure is caused, in whole or in part, by acts of God, strikes, lockouts, riots, acts of war, earthquake, fire, explosions, epidemic, pandemic, or other events, occurrences or causes beyond the control of AnitaB.org (each a “Force Majeure Event”). If AnitaB.org should have to cancel the event for a reason other than a Force Majeure Event, registration fees processed will be refunded to registrants. Registrants will be responsible for cancellation of travel arrangements or housing reservations and the applicable fees.
Limitation of Liability
TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, (1) IN NO EVENT WILL ANITAB.ORG OR ITS VENDORS, DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, OR AGENTS (“PARTY ENTITIES”) BE LIABLE TO THE OTHER PARTY FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, RELIANCE, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, GOODWILL, REPUTATION, USE, DATA, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THE EVENT, OR THESE TERMS, WHETHER BASED ON WARRANTY, CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), STATUTE OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY, WHETHER OR NOT THE PARTY ENTITIES HAVE BEEN INFORMED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE.
No Warranty
Except as expressly set forth in these terms, AnitaB.org makes no representations or warranties with respect to the event, AnitaB.org’s conduct or execution thereof, or any event materials and hereby disclaims all other warranties, whether express, implied, statutory, or otherwise, including any warranties of merchantability, noninfringement, fitness for a particular purpose, satisfactory quality, and accuracy.