Gold Standard Events

1. Service Agreement

By engaging Gold Standard Events, you agree to our professional event planning services as outlined in your service contract. All services are provided subject to these terms and conditions.

2. Payment Terms

Payment schedules are established per individual contracts. A non-refundable retainer is required to secure services. Final payment is due before event execution unless otherwise agreed in writing.

3. Cancellation Policy

Cancellations must be made in writing. Cancellation fees apply based on timing and services already rendered. Vendor deposits may be non-refundable depending on individual vendor policies.

4. Service Scope

Our services include event planning, coordination, and management as specified in your contract. Changes to scope may result in additional charges and must be approved in writing.

5. Client Responsibilities

Clients must provide accurate information, timely decisions, and final guest counts. Delays in client decisions may affect timeline and pricing.

6. Liability Limitations

Gold Standard Events liability is limited to the total contract value. We recommend event insurance for comprehensive coverage. We are not liable for vendor failures, weather, or circumstances beyond our control.

7. Intellectual Property

Event designs and concepts remain property of Gold Standard Events unless otherwise specified. We reserve the right to photograph and use events for marketing purposes unless client objects in writing.

8. Force Majeure

Neither party is liable for delays or failures due to circumstances beyond reasonable control, including natural disasters, government regulations, or pandemic restrictions.

Information We Collect

We collect personal information you provide directly, including names, contact information, event details, and preferences. We also collect technical information through website usage.

How We Use Your Information

• Provide event planning and coordination services
• Communicate about your event and services
• Process payments and manage contracts
• Send updates and promotional materials (with consent)
• Improve our services and website functionality

Information Sharing

We share information only with:

• Vendors and venues necessary for your event
• Payment processors and financial institutions
• Legal authorities when required by law
• Service providers who assist our operations

Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

Your Rights

You have the right to access, update, or delete your personal information. You may also opt out of marketing communications at any time.

Contact Information

For privacy-related questions, contact us at [email protected] or +1 (646) 555-0147.

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide a better user experience and analyze website performance.

Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality and security
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
• Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements (with consent)

Managing Cookies

You can manage cookie preferences through our consent interface or your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are set by third-party services we use, such as analytics providers and social media platforms. These are governed by respective third-party privacy policies.

Cookie Retention

Cookies are retained for varying periods depending on their purpose, from session-only to up to two years for persistent cookies.

Your Rights Under GDPR

Under the General Data Protection Regulation, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Right of Access: Request copies of your personal data
• Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
• Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of data processing
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
• Right to Object: Object to processing of your data

Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data based on:

• Contractual necessity for providing our services
• Legitimate interests in business operations
• Your explicit consent for marketing communications
• Legal obligations for record keeping

Data Protection Officer

For GDPR-related inquiries, contact our Data Protection Officer at [email protected]

Complaints

You have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority if you believe your data protection rights have been violated.

International Transfers

Any international data transfers are conducted with appropriate safeguards in compliance with GDPR requirements.

Copyright Protection

Gold Standard Events respects intellectual property rights and complies with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). We respond promptly to valid copyright infringement notices.

Reporting Copyright Infringement

If you believe content on our website infringes your copyright, please provide:

• Your contact information
• Description of the copyrighted work claimed to be infringed
• URL or location of the allegedly infringing material
• Statement of good faith belief that use is not authorized
• Statement of accuracy and authority to act on behalf of copyright owner
• Your electronic or physical signature

DMCA Agent

Send DMCA notices to:
Email: [email protected]
Address: 421 Park Avenue South, New York, NY 10016, USA

Counter-Notification

If you believe content was removed in error, you may submit a counter-notification with required legal statements and contact information.

Repeat Infringers

We maintain a policy of terminating relationships with parties who are repeat copyright infringers.