Event Attendee Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2025

By purchasing a ticket and/or attending the 2025 Massachusetts Governors Conference ("Event"), hosted by Conventures, Inc. and MA Office to Travel and Tourism, Executive Office of Economic Development and the facility you agree to the following Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy. These terms apply to all attendees of the Event.

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Terms and Conditions

1. Ticket Purchase and Admission
1.1. Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable, except as expressly stated in these terms or required by law.
1.2. All attendees must present a valid ticket for entry. Lost or stolen tickets will not be reissued.
1.3. Conventures, Inc. and MA Office to Travel and Tourism reserves the right to deny admission to any individual without a valid ticket or for failure to comply with these terms.

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2. Code of Conduct
2.1. Attendees must conduct themselves in a manner that is respectful and considerate of others. Harassment, discrimination, or disruptive behavior will not be tolerated.
2.2. Conventures, Inc. and MA Office to Travel and Tourism reserves the right to remove individuals violating the code of conduct without a refund.

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3. Event Changes and Cancellations
3.1. The event schedule, performers, and location are subject to change without notice.
3.2. If the event is canceled or rescheduled, ticket holders will be notified and provided with options in accordance with local laws.

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4. Liability and Assumption of Risk
4.1. Attendees participate in the Event at their own risk. Conventures, Inc. and MA Office to Travel and Tourism, Executive Office of Economic Development, and the facility are not responsible for any injury, loss, or damage sustained during the Event.
4.2. Attendees agree to release Conventures, Inc. and MA Office to Travel and Tourism, Executive Office of Economic Development, and the facility from any claims arising from their attendance.

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5. Photography and Media Release
5.1. The Event may be recorded or photographed. By attending, you grant Conventures, Inc. and MA Office to Travel and Tourism the right to use your likeness in promotional or commercial materials.
5.2. Personal photography is permitted unless otherwise restricted by Conventures, Inc. and MA Office to Travel and Tourism.

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6. Prohibited Items and Activities
6.1. The following items are prohibited: Outside Food, Beverage, or Alcohol; Cans, Metal/Glass/Plastic Containers, Bottles, or Flasks (empty or sealed bottles included); Weapons, Firearms, Pepper Spray, Pocket Knives or Mace; Drones; Animals or Pets (accommodations made for trained, harnessed, and housebroken service animals).
6.2. Any activity deemed unsafe or illegal will result in immediate removal from the Event.

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7. Governing Law
These terms and conditions are governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Any disputes shall be resolved exclusively in the courts of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

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Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:

1.1. Information You Provide to Us
- Name, email address, phone number, and other contact details.
- Payment and billing information.
- Information submitted via forms, surveys, or Event registrations.

1.2. Information Automatically Collected
- IP address, browser type, and operating system.
- Pages visited, time spent on our site, and other usage details.
- Cookies and similar technologies for tracking your activity.

1.3. Information from Third Parties
- Data from Event partners, sponsors, or third-party service providers.

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2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
- To provide and improve our Services.
- To process transactions and send confirmations.
- To communicate with you, including Event updates or promotional content.
- To ensure security and detect fraudulent activity.
- To comply with legal obligations.

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3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. However, we may share your information in the following scenarios:
- With Service Providers: To facilitate services such as payment processing, event management, or marketing.
- With Partners or Sponsors: For co-branded events or promotions, with your consent where required.
- For Legal Reasons: To comply with legal obligations or protect our rights.

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4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience and gather analytics. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

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5. Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy unless a longer retention period is required by law.

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6. Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

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7. Third-Party Links
Our Services may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review the privacy policies of those websites.

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8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

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9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions or this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Conventures, Inc.
88 Falcon Ave, Suite 202,
Boston, MA 02210
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 617-204-4221

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By purchasing registration for and attending the 2025 Massachusetts Governors Conference, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.