Please read these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) carefully before using marcussheridan.com (the “Site”) operated by Marcus Sheridan (“we,” “our,” or “us”), a brand operated by Marcus Sheridan International. By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Site immediately.

1. Acceptance of Terms

These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Marcus Sheridan. We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Your continued use of the Site following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms. The most current version will always be available on the Site with the “Last Updated” date at the top.

2. Use of the Site

2.1 Permitted Use

You may use the Site solely for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. The Site is intended to provide information about Marcus Sheridan, his keynote speaking services, books, workshops, and communication philosophy.

2.2 Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to:

• Use the Site in any manner that violates applicable federal, state, local, or international laws or regulations
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Site or its related systems
• Use automated tools, bots, or scrapers to extract content from the Site without express written permission
• Transmit any unsolicited or unauthorized advertising or promotional material
• Impersonate Marcus Sheridan, Marcus Sheridan International, or any other person or entity
• Post or transmit content that is defamatory, obscene, fraudulent, or otherwise objectionable
• Interfere with or disrupt the integrity or performance of the Site

3. Intellectual Property

3.1 Marcus Sheridan Content

All content on the Site, including but not limited to text, articles, blog posts, videos, images, graphics, logos, keynote descriptions, and downloadable materials (collectively, “Content”), is the exclusive property of Marcus Sheridan International or its content licensors and is protected by U.S. and international copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws.

3.2 Limited License

Marcus Sheridan grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Site and its publicly available Content solely for your personal, non-commercial use. This license does not include the right to:

• Reproduce, distribute, or publicly display any Content without prior written consent
• Modify or create derivative works from any Content
• Use any Content for commercial purposes
• Remove or alter any proprietary notices or labels on the Content

3.3 Trademarks

“Marcus Sheridan,” “Marcus Sheridan International,” “They Ask, You Answer,” “Endless Customers,” “Say It Better,” and associated logos are trademarks or service marks of Marcus Sheridan International. Unauthorized use of these marks is strictly prohibited.

4. Speaking Engagements & Services

Information provided on the Site regarding keynote speaking fees, availability, and engagement terms is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute a binding offer or contract. All speaking engagements require a separate, mutually executed written agreement between the event organizer and Marcus Sheridan. No engagement is confirmed until a signed contract and applicable deposit have been received.

The pricing estimator tool on the Site provides a general fee range and is not a guarantee of final pricing. Actual fees may vary based on event scope, travel requirements, exclusivity, and other factors.

5. Third-Party Links

The Site may contain links to third-party websites, including social media platforms, book retailers, and partner organizations. These links are provided for convenience only. Marcus Sheridan does not endorse, control, or assume any responsibility for the content, privacy practices, or terms of any third-party sites. Accessing third-party sites is done entirely at your own risk.

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SITE AND ALL CONTENT ARE PROVIDED ON AN “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, MARCUS SHERIDAN INTERNATIONAL DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. MARCUS SHERIDAN INTERNATIONAL DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE SITE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, SECURE, OR FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL COMPONENTS.

7. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, MARCUS SHERIDAN INTERNATIONAL AND ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, AND LICENSORS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE SITE, EVEN IF MARCUS SHERIDAN INTERNATIONAL HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. IN NO EVENT SHALL MARCUS SHERIDAN INTERNATIONAL TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY CLAIMS ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THESE TERMS OR THE SITE EXCEED ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100.00).

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Marcus Sheridan International, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or relating to your violation of these Terms or your use of the Site, including any content you submit via contact forms.

9. Contact Form Submissions

By submitting information through the Site’s contact or inquiry forms, you acknowledge that:

• Your submission does not create any professional, contractual, or confidential relationship between you and Marcus Sheridan
• Marcus Sheridan is not obligated to respond to unsolicited pitches, proposals, or solicitations
• Any ideas or suggestions you voluntarily submit may be used by Marcus Sheridan without compensation or attribution

10. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia, without regard to its conflict of laws provisions. Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be resolved exclusively in the state or federal courts located in the Commonwealth of Virginia, and you consent to personal jurisdiction in such courts.

Prior to initiating any formal legal proceeding, you agree to first contact Marcus Sheridan International in writing and allow thirty (30) days for good-faith resolution of any dispute.

11. Privacy

Your use of the Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated herein by reference. Please review the Privacy Policy at marcussheridan.com/privacy-policy to understand our practices.

12. Termination

Marcus Sheridan International reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to terminate or restrict your access to the Site at any time and for any reason, including if we believe you have violated these Terms, without notice or liability to you.

13. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, that provision will be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable, or severed if modification is not possible. The remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

14. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Marcus Sheridan regarding your use of the Site and supersede all prior and contemporaneous understandings, agreements, representations, and warranties regarding the same subject matter.

15. Contact Us

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

Marcus Sheridan
Website: marcussheridan.com
Contact Page: marcussheridan.com/contact

Mailing Address:
PO Box 12136
Wilmington, NC 28405
United States