This Agreement sets forth the terms of purchase for your purchase from Sarah Dobson International Inc. 

By placing your Order with Sarah Dobson International Inc. (the “Company”), by clicking “accept,” or by using the Services, you agree to be bound by this Agreement. If you do not agree with these terms, you should leave the Company website or the applicable purchase page and discontinue use of the Services immediately. 

In these terms and conditions, “We/us/our” means Sarah Dobson International Inc. “You/your” means you as a user of the Website and/or Customer of the Program/Services. 

The Services

The Company provides a variety of educational resources and training materials to provide support to early career researchers in writing grant applications to NIH (National Institute of Health), delivered digitally and through online courses or programs (as described below). The program content will be delivered online through the program website, or as otherwise indicated on your Order form or Sales page. If your purchase includes an online Program or Membership site access, you will use a unique username and password that should only be used by you to access the Content. User accounts must be associated with an individual email address (either institutional or personal) and purchases must include a First Name. If the email address associated with the account does not appear to be associated with an individual, we will request that one is provided within two (2) business days. Failure to provide the required information will result in removal from the program. Sharing login information, call-in numbers, passwords, and protected links with non-members is prohibited and will result in removal from the program. 

• The Grant Funding Formula: a 16-week, all-access, self-paced virtual course that provides specific step-by-step strategies to support your grant-writing process; includes 50+ video lessons, worksheets and assignments to keep you on track, and trello boards to keep you organized.

• K to R Essentials Program: a 4-month curriculum-based group coaching program that is offered in cohorts. It is designed to be a high-performance professional development program for women K Award recipients that supports you in building the strong foundation required before moving to the mechanics of the grant-writing process. Includes video lessons and worksheets, live coaching calls and access to an online community. 

• Strategic Grant Review: our 1:1 service designed to provide direct grant writing support, review and feedback. We work with you to shape your R01 draft into a highly persuasive grant proposal that gets reviewers excited about the impact of your research. These services are also subject to our Strategic Grant Review policies and client services agreement. Includes initial strategy call, exchange of documents, including two rounds of review and video feedback, and a review session following each round of review.  

Payment

Payment is required before beginning the Services or program, as indicated on your Order form or Sales page (or Client Services Agreement, as applicable), and may be a one-time fee, or a monthly or other recurring fee, as applicable. Please check the details of your Order form or Sales page (or Client Services Agreement) for the information specific to your services. You agree to pay the amount agreed for the services selected. The Company is not responsible for any overdraft charges, over limit charges, foreign transaction fees, or Non-Sufficient Fund (NSF) fees charged by your bank or credit card company. Fees for Services may be prepaid or by installment, as indicated on your Order form or Client Services Agreement. Failure to make an installment payment will result in suspension or termination of the Services. The Company does not guarantee any specific results from use of the Services. The Company does not make any representations or warranties as to specific outcomes or results.

Refund Policy

Our refund policy for our various services and offerings are as follows: 

• The Grant Funding Formula: We are so confident that you will reap the rewards and benefits of this program if you put it into action that we offer a 14-day Submit With Swagger Guarantee. You are permitted to test-drive the course for 14 days, but you must show that you have tried to complete the workbooks for at least the first module (Stellar Specific Aims). If you complete the work and are still not satisfied with the results of your program, a request may be made via email to hello [at] sarahdobson [dot] co within 14 days of the purchase date with “REFUND REQUEST” in the subject line. We will require proof of action taken consistent with the program. No refunds will be issued after 14 days of purchase. 

• K to R Essentials Program: We are 100% confident that you will benefit from the content of our program. However, we do not offer a guarantee. If you have any concerns about the program, email us at hello [at] sarahdobson [dot] co.

• Strategic Grant Review: We promise that you will achieve a fundable score on your grant after working with us and if it does not we will work with you on the same application again at no additional charge.*

  *This is subject to two conditions: 1) you must complete each element of the “Grant Review Promise” in a timely manner, and 2) you must incorporate “Critical Changes and Decisions” and/or discuss reasonable alternatives in a timely manner.

Confidentiality & Non-Disclosure Agreement

You are free to speak, write and share about your own experiences from the Program, but you agree to keep all information shared by others confidential, including all information shared by others inside of the on-line community associated with the Program. This provision specifically applies to and includes content shared within the membership course, where applicable, and any private Facebook group, or similar forum if used. If you have any questions about the applicability of this provision, please contact us via email at hello [at] sarahdobson [dot] co.

Communications

The online community associated with the Program is intended to be a supportive, respectful and positive community for all involved. Communicating disrespectfully to any other members of the group constitutes grounds for removal from the Program and any associated online forum, which decision shall be in the sole discretion of the Company.

Term

This Agreement will be effective consistent with the term indicated on your Order form or Sales page (or Client Services Agreement). Failure to pay for the Program or Services consistent with the program requirements will result in termination of the Program prior to the end of the applicable term, and your access to Program materials or ongoing Services will be discontinued. Additional fees may be accrued in the event you continue to access the Program website or continue to use the Services after any failure to pay for said services.

Reservation of Rights

Company reserves the rights to remove you from the Program or Services for cause, whether a breach of this contract, an act of misfeasance against the Company, a representative of the company or a participant of a group program, or other inappropriate action, which may include any action which causes a disturbance amongst the group, or otherwise negatively impacts the experience of others participating in any program offered by the Company. Such a determination shall be made solely by the Company. You agree that your exclusive remedy in such a scenario, if any, will be limited to the refund of any amount paid to participate in the services or program.

Media Consent

Without expectation of compensation or remuneration, now or in the future, You give your consent to the Company to capture and include your image, likeness, and voice, in photographic, video or audio recordings created during the Program, Services or Event, all of which may be used for any commercial purpose, including future marketing or advertising purposes without limitation.

Data Scraping Prohibited

Data scraping or data mining of any kind from this website, or from any platforms, groups, or online forums operated by the Company is strictly prohibited. Copying, removing, or otherwise scraping data, information or content, regardless of the reason, from the website, or from any platform, group, or online forum operated by the Company is a violation of these Terms and will result in your immediate removal from any program services offered by the Company, including from within any platforms, groups, or online forums associated with those services, without refund or recourse, which decision shall be in the sole discretion of the Company.

Disclaimer

USE OF THE PROGRAM OR SERVICES COVERED BY THIS AGREEMENT AND ANY CONTENT PROVIDED THEREIN IS AT YOUR OWN RISK. The Company and its employees, representatives and agents are not responsible for any physical or non-physical damages imagined, perceived, or otherwise sustained as a result of the use of the Program or Services or any content provided as part of the Program or Services. The Services provided through the Program are advisory and supportive only, and you bear sole responsibility for the use and implementation of these services in your professional life. You are free to reject any advice, suggestions or requests made during the Program at any time. There are no guarantees as to the progress or outcomes that may result from the Services and you are responsible for the results you achieve. THE PRODUCTS AND SERVICES OFFERED BY THE COMPANY ARE NOT SUITED FOR EVERYONE. THE CREATORS OF ANY PRODUCTS, SERVICES OR PROGRAMS OFFERED HEREIN OR IN CONNECTION HEREWITH DO NOT ASSUME, AND SHALL NOT HAVE, ANY LIABILITY TO USERS FOR INJURY OR LOSS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH. WE MAKE NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES AND EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL LIABILITY CONCERNING ANY DECISION, ACTION OR OUTCOME FOLLOWING THE PRESENTATION OF INFORMATION OFFERED OR PROVIDED WITHIN OR THROUGH THE PROGRAM, SERVICES OR WEBSITE.

Live Event Disclaimer

USE OF THE EVENT OR SERVICES COVERED BY THIS AGREEMENT AND ANY CONTENT PROVIDED THEREIN IS AT YOUR OWN RISK. The Company and its representatives are not responsible for any physical or non-physical damages imagined, perceived, or otherwise sustained as a result of the use of the Services, the Facility hosting the Event, or any information or content provided as part of the Event, including information provided by 3rd party presenters or other experts. The Services provided through the Event are provided for educational and informational purposes only, and you bear sole responsibility for the use and implementation of these Services in your life. You are free to reject any advice, suggestions or requests made during the Event at any time. There are no guarantees as to the progress or outcomes that may result from the Services and you are responsible for the results you achieve. You agree that we are not, nor shall ever be, liable to you or anyone else for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, exemplary, punitive or any other damages arising out of your participation in the Event, including due to the actions, statements or behavior of any third parties or other participants, or conditions of the host Facility. Notwithstanding anything contrary in this Agreement, at all times damages shall be limited to the amount paid, if any, by you to the Company for the Services provided through the Event.

Results Disclaimer

RESULTS ARE NOT GUARANTEED. Any statement made on the website or in the program regarding outcomes are provided as examples only, and do not guarantee you or your organization or institution future similar outcomes. Please note that the stated results are not typical and there is no guarantee that you will achieve the same or similar results. As with any endeavor, results may vary, and depend on a wide variety of factors including, but not limited to, factors beyond your influence or control, or ours. The use of any products or services offered through Sarah Dobson International Inc. should be based on your own due diligence. You agree that we at Sarah Dobson International Inc. (including sponsors, promoters, advertisers or affiliates), are not responsible for any outcomes that may result from your use of the services or site.

Relationship

Nothing contained in this Agreement shall be interpreted or construed to create a joint venture, partnership, employment or agency relationship of any kind.

Modification

The Company may modify this Agreement from time to time and without notice. You agree to be bound by the terms of this Agreement and any future modifications when such modifications are posted to the Company’s website. You should review this Agreement regularly during the use of the Program or Services to keep apprised of any changes.

Assignment

No assignment of this Agreement is permitted, without prior written permission from the Company. Any attempt to do so shall constitute a default or violation of this Agreement which shall be immediately void. The Company’s rights and obligations, in whole or in part, under this Agreement may be assigned or transferred by the Company.

Third Party Beneficiaries

This Agreement is solely for the benefit of the parties and their successors and permitted assigns, and does not confer any rights or remedies on any other person or entity.

Governing Law

This Agreement and any action related thereto shall be governed by the laws of the province of British Columbia, Canada, without regard to its choice of law principles.

Dispute Resolution & Binding Arbitration

In the event of a controversy or claim arising out of or relating to this contract, or the breach thereof, the parties hereto shall consult and negotiate with each other and, recognizing their mutual interests, attempt to reach a satisfactory solution. If they do not reach settlement within a period of [45] days, then any party may, by notice to the other party and ICDR Canada, request mediation under the Canadian Mediation Rules of ICDR Canada. Mediation may occur in-person, online (via webcams), or telephonically, and shall be scheduled within [30] days of either party providing the other with a request to mediate. If settlement is not reached within [30] days after completion of the mediation, any unresolved controversy or claim arising out of or relating to this contract, or the breach thereof, shall be settled by arbitration administered by ICDR Canada in accordance with its Canadian Arbitration Rules. The arbitration may be conducted in person, through the submission of documents, by phone, or online and shall be conducted by a qualified arbitrator. The number of arbitrators shall be one. The place of mediation and arbitration shall be Vancouver, British Columbia. The language of the mediation and arbitration shall be English.

Force Majeure

If a party is prevented from fulfilling its obligations under this Agreement for one of the following reasons beyond the party’s reasonable control, including due to a national environmental or military emergency, such as fire, flood, explosion, war, strike, embargo, government regulation, or civil or military authority, or acts or omissions of carriers, transmitters, providers, vandals, or hackers (a “force majeure event”), the time for that party’s performance will be extended for the period of the delay or inability to perform due to such occurrence; provided, however, that You will not be excused from payment of any sums of money owed by you to the Company; and provided further, however, that if a party suffering a force majeure event is unable to cure that event within thirty (30) days, the other party may terminate this Agreement.

Construction

This Agreement shall be construed fairly and not interpreted for or against either party. Any remedies available to the Company, including any set forth in this Agreement, are not exclusive and are in addition to any other rights or remedies available to it at law or in equity.

Binding Effect

This Agreement shall be binding upon, and inure to the benefit of the respective parties hereto, their successors, heirs, representatives, and permitted assigns.

Damage Waiver

Under no circumstances whatsoever shall we be liable to you or anyone else for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, exemplary, punitive or other damages under this Agreement, arising out of your participation in the Program including due to the actions, statements or behavior of any third parties or participants of the Program. This provision applies even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained in this Agreement, the Company’s liability to you for any cause whatsoever and regardless of the form of action, will at all times be limited to the amount paid, if any, by you to the Company for the services during the term of the Program or membership.

Intellectual Property

All materials provided to you as part of your Program or Services which are the subject of this Agreement are proprietary and may not be duplicated, copied, reproduced, published or displayed in any form without the prior express written permission of the Company. You may not re-use, perform, modify, transmit, re-post or use in any way the content or any derivative works thereof, without the prior express written permission of the Company. All trademarks, logos, and service marks displayed on any materials provided as part of your Program or Services under this Agreement are protected by US and International copyright and Intellectual Property laws. Access to any materials or content online or otherwise as part of the Program or Services subject to this Agreement should not be construed as granting any license or right to duplicate said content, including trademarks, logos and service marks of the Company or any third-party.

Terms of Use Agreement

You agree to the terms and conditions of the Terms of Use Agreement found at www.sarahdobson.co.

Privacy

You agree to the terms and conditions of the Privacy Policy found at www.sarahdobson.co. If you attend any Company live event, you agree that any third-party vendor involved in the event [ticket sales, event facility registration, etc] may share your personal identifying information with the Company to allow us to serve you and other event attendees with the proper products and services, in accordance with our posted Privacy Policy.

Waiver

The waiver by either party of any breach or default in performance shall not be deemed to constitute a waiver of any other or succeeding breach or default.  The failure of any party to enforce any of the provisions herein shall not be construed to be a waiver of the right of such party thereafter to enforce such provisions.

Severability

If any provision of this Agreement, or any portion thereof, is held to be invalid and unenforceable, then the remainder of this Agreement shall nevertheless remain in full force and effect, and the invalid or unenforceable provision will be deemed superseded by a valid, enforceable provision that most closely matches the intent of the original provision.

Indemnity

You agree to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the Company, its subsidiaries, affiliates, and their officers, managers, employees, agents, attorneys, representatives or assigns from any claims, liability, damages, losses, harm, costs and expenses, including legal fees and expenses or any other detriment incurred by you in any claims arising out of this Agreement, your use of the Services, any breach of this Agreement, including breach of your representations and warranties set forth above, or if any content that you post or publish while using the Services causes the Company to be liable to a third party.

Voidability

This Agreement cannot be voided by not logging in to the Member or Program website, where applicable, by not accessing or using the Services as delivered, by not attending the Program, or in any other way attempting to avoid viewing or taking delivery of the Program or Services as outlined. These actions will not void your Agreement or permit you the right to a refund.

Entire Agreement

This Agreement represents the entire understanding and agreement of the parties relating to the Program or Services purchased, and any and all prior agreements, understandings, and representations, whether express or implied, written or oral, regarding the Program or Services, are of no further force and effect. In order to participate in certain portions of the Program or Services, you may be notified that you may be required to agree to additional terms and conditions as the program is revised over time. You may receive a copy of this Agreement at any time by emailing the Company at hello [at] sarahdobson [dot] co and requesting a copy of your “Program Terms of Purchase.”

Contact

If you have any questions regarding this Agreement or any aspect of our services, please contact the Company at hello [at] sarahdobson [dot] co. 

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