1. Introduction
Welcome to The Global Business Roundtable (GBR). These Terms and Conditions govern your access to and use of our website, services, membership platform, events, and related activities.
By accessing our website, registering as a member, or participating in our activities, you agree to comply with these Terms and Conditions.
2. About GBR
The Global Business Roundtable is a global networking organisation committed to business development, leadership, collaboration, relationship-building, and the holistic development of individuals and organisations across various sectors.
3. Membership Registration
- All membership information provided must be accurate, complete, and up to date.
- Members are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of their login credentials, where applicable.
- Membership is subject to GBR’s applicable registration requirements and approval processes.
- GBR reserves the right to suspend or terminate membership where a member breaches these Terms and Conditions or engages in conduct that is inconsistent with GBR’s values and objectives.
4. Member Conduct
All members, visitors, and participants are expected to conduct themselves professionally and respectfully when engaging with GBR, its representatives, fellow members, partners, and stakeholders.
Harassment, discrimination, fraudulent activities, abusive behaviour, and the misuse of GBR’s name or reputation will not be tolerated.
5. Events and Activities
GBR may organise networking sessions, conferences, workshops, business meetings, training activities, and other events.
Participation may be subject to registration requirements, attendance conditions, and applicable fees. GBR reserves the right to amend event details, change venues, or cancel activities where necessary.
6. Fees and Payments
Where membership fees, event fees, or other charges apply, the applicable amounts and payment terms will be communicated before registration or purchase.
Members and participants are responsible for ensuring that payments are made in accordance with the stated requirements. Refunds, where applicable, will be handled in line with the relevant event or payment policy and applicable law.
7. Intellectual Property
All content, branding, logos, documents, materials, and other intellectual property displayed on the GBR website or provided through its activities remain the property of GBR or their respective owners.
No material may be reproduced, distributed, modified, or used for commercial purposes without prior written permission, except where permitted by law.
8. Privacy and Personal Information
GBR respects the privacy of its members, visitors, and stakeholders. Personal information collected through its website, membership registrations, or related activities will be handled in accordance with its Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws, including the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa, where applicable.
9. Third-Party Services and Links
The GBR website may contain links to third-party websites, services, or partner organisations. GBR does not control or assume responsibility for the content, policies, or practices of these third parties.
Users are encouraged to review the relevant terms and privacy policies before engaging with external services.
10. Limitation of Liability
GBR will make reasonable efforts to ensure that its website and services operate effectively and that the information provided is accurate. However, GBR does not guarantee uninterrupted access or that all information will always be complete, current, or error-free.
To the extent permitted by law, GBR shall not be liable for losses arising from the use of its website, participation in its activities, or reliance on information provided through its platforms, except where liability cannot lawfully be excluded.
11. Amendments to These Terms
GBR reserves the right to update or amend these Terms and Conditions when necessary. Updated versions will be published on the GBR website, together with the revised effective date where appropriate.
Continued use of the website or services after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms, to the extent permitted by law.
12. Governing Law
These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by the laws of the Republic of South Africa, unless another applicable jurisdiction is required by law or agreed in writing.
Any disputes arising from these Terms and Conditions shall be handled by the competent courts of the applicable jurisdiction.
13. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing the GBR website, registering for membership, or participating in GBR activities, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms and Conditions.