Corporate Sponsor & Partner Terms

Corporate Sponsor & Partner Terms

CORPORATE SPONSOR & PARTNER TERMS 

 

The Neighborhood Entrepreneur Meet™ (TNEM™) 
Operated & Powered by Occasionz Events 

Last Updated: 4th March 2026 

 

  1. Introduction

This Sponsor & Partner Addendum governs the participation of corporate sponsors, exhibitors, strategic partners, venue partners, media partners, and promotional partners associated with TNEM™ events. 

This Addendum must be read in conjunction with the following TNEM™ governing documents: 

  • Terms & Conditions 
  • Code of Conduct 
  • Privacy Policy 
  • Refund & Cancellation Policy 
  • Legal Disclaimer 

In case of any conflict, the TNEM™ Terms & Conditions shall prevail. 

 

  1. Nature of Sponsorship

Sponsorship participation in TNEM™ provides opportunities for: 

  • Brand visibility 
  • Community engagement 
  • Industry positioning 
  • Professional networking 

TNEM™ sponsorship does not guarantee: 

  • Sales conversions 
  • Lead generation 
  • Business deals 
  • Revenue outcomes 

Sponsors acknowledge that TNEM™ is a networking ecosystem, not a sales platform. 

 

  1. Scope of Sponsorship Deliverables

Sponsor deliverables are limited to those explicitly documented in the Sponsorship Agreement or Proposal. 

Deliverables may include: 

  • Logo placement 
  • Event branding 
  • Exhibition booth space 
  • Speaking opportunities (if applicable) 
  • Promotional visibility 

Any benefit not stated in writing shall not be considered binding. 

 

  1. Brand Usage & Logo Permissions

Sponsors grant TNEM™ permission to use their: 

  • Brand name 
  • Logo 
  • Approved marketing assets 

for promotional communication related to TNEM™ events. 

Sponsors must ensure that all submitted branding materials: 

  • Are legally owned by them 
  • Do not infringe third-party rights 

TNEM™ branding and trademarks may not be used by sponsors without written permission. 

 

  1. Ethical Engagement & Non-Sales Policy

Sponsors must respect the TNEM™ networking philosophy. 

Sponsors shall not: 

  • Engage in aggressive selling 
  • Force promotional pitches 
  • Collect participant data without consent 
  • Conduct unsolicited marketing during events 

Sponsors may interact with participants only through respectful, consent-based conversations. 

Violation may result in: 

  • Removal of sponsor privileges 
  • Termination of sponsorship 
  • No refund of sponsorship fee 

 

  1. Data Protection & Participant Privacy

Sponsors shall comply with the TNEM™ Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws. 

Sponsors may not: 

  • Collect participant data without consent 
  • Add participants to mailing lists without approval 
  • Use TNEM™ networking data for mass marketing 

Any authorised data shared must be used only for the intended purpose. 

Misuse of participant data may result in legal action. 

 

  1. Sponsor Content & Promotional Material

Sponsors must ensure that all promotional material: 

  • Is accurate and lawful 
  • Does not mislead participants 
  • Complies with advertising regulations 

TNEM™ reserves the right to reject or remove any material deemed inappropriate or misleading. 

 

  1. Payment Terms

Sponsorship fees shall be payable according to the invoice or agreement issued by TNEM™ / Occasionz Events. 

Payments once received are non-refundable, except in cases where TNEM™ cancels the event entirely. 

Failure to complete payment may result in: 

  • Withdrawal of sponsor benefits 
  • Removal from event branding or marketing communication 

 

  1. Event Changes

TNEM™ reserves the right to modify: 

  • Event format 
  • Agenda 
  • Venue 
  • Speaker lineup 
  • Event schedule 

Such changes do not constitute breach of agreement. 

Sponsorship benefits will be delivered to the extent reasonably possible. 

 

  1. Event Cancellation

If TNEM™ cancels an event due to operational reasons: 

Sponsors may receive either: 

  • Credit towards a future TNEM™ event, or 
  • Refund of sponsorship fee (excluding administrative expenses) 

The decision shall be determined by TNEM™. 

 

  1. Force Majeure

TNEM™ shall not be liable for delays, cancellation, or modification of events due to circumstances beyond reasonable control, including: 

  • Natural disasters 
  • Government restrictions 
  • Public health emergencies 
  • Venue disruptions 

In such cases, sponsorship benefits may be rescheduled or credited for future editions. 

 

  1. Intellectual Property

Sponsors must respect the intellectual property of TNEM™, including: 

  • Event formats 
  • Branding elements 
  • Content and presentations 

Sponsors may not reproduce or commercially exploit TNEM™ content without written approval. 

 

  1. Indemnity

Sponsors agree to indemnify and hold harmless TNEM™ and Occasionz Events against claims arising from: 

  • Misleading advertisements 
  • Intellectual property infringement 
  • Regulatory violations 
  • Data misuse 

 

  1. Limitation of Liability

TNEM™ and Occasionz Events shall not be liable for: 

  • Sponsor business losses 
  • Failure to achieve expected marketing outcomes 
  • Indirect or consequential damages 

Total liability, if any, shall not exceed the sponsorship fee paid. 

 

  1. Termination of Sponsorship

TNEM™ reserves the right to terminate sponsorship participation if a sponsor: 

  • Violates the Code of Conduct 
  • Engages in unethical practices 
  • Misuses participant data 
  • Damages the reputation of TNEM™ 

No refunds shall be issued in such cases. 

 

  1. Governing Law &Jurisdiction

This Addendum shall be governed by the laws of India. 

Any disputes shall be subject to the jurisdiction of courts located in: 

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India 

 

  1. Relationship with TNEM™ Terms & Conditions

This Addendum forms part of the TNEM™ Terms & Conditions. 

Sponsors acknowledge that participation also requires compliance with: 

  • Code of Conduct 
  • Privacy Policy 
  • Legal Disclaimer 
  • Refund Policy 

 

  1. Contact Information

For sponsorship or legal queries: 

  

 

TNEM™ partnerships are built on mutual trust, ethical engagement, and long-term ecosystem growth. 

Sponsors are expected to support the mission of TNEM™ in creating a credible, respectful, and valuable networking platform for entrepreneurs. 

“Where Connections Create Growth”