1752vc STARTUP PROGRAM TERMS AND CONDITIONS
These Terms and Conditions ("Agreement") govern your participation in the 1752vc Startup Program ("Program") offered by 1752vc. ("1752"), a California corporation located at 2242 Jeffersonia Way Los Angeles CA 90049. By applying to and/or participating in the Program, you ("Participant") agree to the following terms and conditions:
1. PROGRAM OVERVIEW
1752 Startup Program is a comprehensive, twelve (12)-week educational program specifically designed to assist startup founders in navigating critical stages of company formation, strategic growth, fundraising, and scaling operations. The Program offers structured instructional modules, direct mentorship sessions, practical assignments, and extensive networking opportunities with experienced entrepreneurs.
2. ELIGIBILITY AND ACCEPTANCE
Participants must apply and receive formal acceptance into the Program. Acceptance into the Program is determined exclusively by 1752 and is based upon various criteria including but not limited to business model viability, founder commitment, scalability potential, and readiness for growth. Participation does not guarantee future investment or financial support from 1752 or any associated parties.
3. PROGRAM FEES AND REFUND POLICY
The Program tuition is $1,000 USD ("Program Fee").
The Program Fee is fully refundable if the Participant successfully meets all of the following criteria within 90 days from the Program start date:
Completion of all Program modules, assignments, and content.
Attendance and participation in all scheduled live mentorship sessions.
Submission of a complete funding application to 1752 upon Program completion.
If the Participant fails to meet any of the criteria listed above, the Program Fee will not be refunded.
Refunds will be processed within 30 days of refund request following verification by 1752.
Refunds amount will be reduced by any Thinkific/Stripe transaction fees incurred during the payment and refund process.
Refunds must be requested within 30 days of program completion; if refund is not requested it is forfeited.
4. PARTICIPANT OBLIGATIONS
Participants agree to:
Complete all assigned Program content and actively engage in mentorship sessions.
Conduct themselves professionally and respectfully in all Program-related interactions.
Provide accurate and truthful information during the application and throughout the Program.
Maintain strict confidentiality regarding proprietary materials and information provided by 1752 or other Program participants.
5. CONFIDENTIALITY
Participants acknowledge that all Program content, methodologies, strategies, frameworks, introductions to investors, mentors, and any proprietary information (collectively, "Confidential Information") provided during the Program remain the confidential property of 1752. Participants agree not to disclose, distribute, or replicate any Confidential Information without obtaining explicit prior written permission from 1752.
6. CODE OF CONDUCT
1752 reserves the exclusive right to terminate a Participant’s involvement in the Program at any time, with or without cause. Participants are expected to:
Act professionally, courteously, and respectfully towards all individuals involved, including fellow participants, mentors, 1752 personnel, vendors, and stakeholders.
Refrain from any illegal, unethical, fraudulent, abusive, or disruptive behavior.
Avoid engaging in discriminatory behavior based on protected characteristics including but not limited to age, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Participants further agree to:
Report promptly any inappropriate or discriminatory behavior witnessed or experienced during the Program.
Comply fully with all instructions, rules, guidelines, and policies communicated by 1752 throughout the duration of the Program.
Acknowledge and accept that violations of this Code of Conduct will result in immediate dismissal from the Program without eligibility for any refund or compensation.
1752 maintains the right to investigate any reported misconduct thoroughly and confidentially, and reserves the discretion to determine appropriate disciplinary measures, up to and including immediate expulsion from the Program.
7. VIDEO RECORDING AND MEDIA USAGE
Participants explicitly acknowledge and consent to 1752 recording video and audio during various Program activities, including but not limited to mentorship sessions, workshops, panel discussions, networking events, pitch presentations, and other related activities. By participating, each Participant grants to 1752 a non-exclusive, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free right and license to use, edit, reproduce, distribute, broadcast, publicly display, and perform such recordings, as well as Participant’s name, image, likeness, voice, and biographical information, in connection with these recordings for any legitimate business purpose, including but not limited to:
Promotional and marketing materials distributed via websites, social media channels, email communications, and press releases.
Educational and instructional materials developed for future Program participants and partners.
Internal reviews, analyses, and reports to improve the Program’s efficacy and value.
Participants further acknowledge that:
No additional approval, compensation, or further consent will be required for such use.
1752 retains sole ownership and intellectual property rights to all recordings and derivative works produced during Program activities.
Participants waive any rights to inspect or approve the use of the recordings or related promotional materials prior to their dissemination or publication.
Any concerns or restrictions regarding the use of a Participant's image or recorded content should be communicated explicitly in writing to 1752 prior to participation in Program events.
8. RELEASE FROM LIABILITY AND COVENANT NOT TO SUE
Participants expressly release and forever discharge 1752, its officers, directors, employees, contractors, volunteers, affiliates, agents, successors, assigns, licensees, and all associated parties (collectively, "Released Parties") from any and all liabilities, claims, demands, damages, lawsuits, expenses, and any other form of loss arising directly or indirectly from participation in the Program. This release applies regardless of whether such loss or liability results from the negligence, acts, omissions, or fault of the Released Parties. Participants explicitly waive their rights under California Civil Code Section 1542, or any equivalent statute, recognizing that this waiver includes unknown or unsuspected claims arising from participation in the Program.
9. INDEMNIFICATION
Participants agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Released Parties against any and all claims, demands, liabilities, losses, damages, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees and court costs) arising from or in connection with their participation in the Program, breach of any term within this Agreement, or violation of third-party rights including but not limited to intellectual property rights.
10. TERMINATION
1752 reserves the right to immediately terminate a Participant’s involvement in the Program, with or without cause, upon providing written notice to the Participant. Upon termination, the Participant agrees to cease all involvement in Program activities immediately. In cases of termination without cause, 1752 may, at its discretion, issue a pro-rata refund of the Program Fee based on the duration of participation completed.
11. FORCE MAJEURE
1752 is not liable for delays, cancellations, interruptions, or modifications to the Program caused by events beyond its reasonable control ("Force Majeure Events"), including but not limited to acts of nature, government restrictions, pandemics, civil unrest, labor disruptions, technological failures, or other similar unforeseen circumstances. In the event of a Force Majeure Event, 1752 will have sole discretion regarding cancellation or alteration of the Program and any potential refunds.
12. MISCELLANEOUS
This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between Participant and 1752 concerning participation in the Program, superseding all prior communications, agreements, or representations, whether written or oral. Any disputes arising under this Agreement shall be resolved individually in state or federal courts located in Los Angeles County, California, governed by California law without application of conflict-of-law provisions. If any provision of this Agreement is deemed invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect to achieve the intended purposes of the Agreement. Modifications to this Agreement must be made in writing and signed by an authorized representative of 1752.
12. INFORMED CONSENT
By signing below, Participant certifies they are at least eighteen (18) years of age, have fully read and understand this Agreement, will provide truthful information, and voluntarily agree to participate in the Program to the best of their ability.
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