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Event Policies

 

LMBS presents events and educational opportunities for business owners and entrepreneurs that have a contract or business interest in the last mile delivery space. Out of respect for our attendees and clients, nothing contract specific will be addressed as many have executed non-disclosure agreements with their clients. This event is not sponsored, endorsed, mandated, or required by any third-party contractor or client. Any issues or concerns should be directed to the LMBS personnel, not your client/contract/customer point of contact.

 

Any information shared from sponsors or speakers about investment or business opportunities are not guaranteed by LMBS, nor is there any implied or explicit offer of business made. These are for informational purposes only and each person must evaluate each opportunity for themselves. There is no guarantee of success or profitability made by LMBS by having a company sponsor, attend or speak at any event.

 

The information provided on this website and at LMBS events does not, and is not intended to, constitute legal advice (unless provided by a legal professional which will be clearly stated by that person or material); instead, all information, content, and materials available on this site and at all events are for general informational purposes only.  Information on this website may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information.  This website contains links to other third-party websites.  Such links are only for the convenience of the reader, user or browser; LMBS does not recommend or endorse the contents of the third-party sites.

 

Attendees at events or readers of this website should contact their attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular legal matter.  No attendees, reader, user, or browser of this site should act or refrain from acting on the basis of information on this
site without first seeking legal advice from counsel in the relevant jurisdiction.  Only your individual attorney can provide assurances that the information contained herein – and your interpretation of it – is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation.  Use of,
and access to, LMBS events, this website or any of the links or resources contained within the site do not create an attorney-client relationship between the reader, user, or browser and website authors, contributors, contributing law firms, or committee
members and their respective employers.
 
The views expressed at, or through, LMBS events or this site are those of the individual authors or speakers in their individual capacities only – not those of their respective employers, clients or committee/task force or any other organization they may be a part
of, as a whole.  All liability with respect to actions taken or not taken based on the contents of LMBS events or this site are hereby expressly disclaimed.  The content presented at events or on this website is provided "as is;" no representations are made
that the content is error-free.

 

 

Code of Conduct

At all LMBS conferences, our goal is to provide a safe and positive event experience and we expect our attendees, exhibitors, speakers, vendors and sponsors to follow this Code of Conduct.  Unacceptable behavior will not be tolerated at any time and may result in immediate removal from the conference. 

 

  • Expected Behavior

    • Be considerate of those with whom you may interact.

      • We may not always all agree, but please be respectful of others if an opinion is expressed that you do not agree with. 

    • Be collaborative with others.

    • Be respectful of others’ viewpoints that may be different from your own.

    • Be mindful of your words and actions.

 

  • Unacceptable Behavior

    • Offensive or unwanted behavior or language, including, but not limited to, discriminatory behavior or language based on race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, transgender status, age, disability, veteran or marital status, or any other similar categories. Intimidating, harassing, abusive, discriminatory, derogatory, or demeaning speech or actions will not be tolerated.

    • Visual harassment, such as displaying sexual or offensive images OR inappropriate language at the course, meeting, or event, including in presentations, slide decks, as backgrounds, or on clothing visible to attendees.

    • Intimidation or bullying, either online or in-person.

    • Disruptive behavior, either online or in-person, which includes but not limited to causing a distraction during the event that deters from other’s experience.  Distractions may include, but not limited to, bringing up issues related to specific contracts or clients someone may work with during scheduled sessions, or being confrontational with those in attendance).

      • Refrain from demeaning, discriminatory, or harassing behavior and speech

    • Possession of a weapon or something that could be construed as a weapon during the event or on video.

    • Photographing, video- or audio-recording of slides, oral, or poster presentations without presenter/author’s permission.

    • Sharing your event registration information, including your conference badge, with another person(s).

    • Inappropriate disruption of events.

    • Real or implied threat of professional or financial damage or harm.

    • Any other illegal activity not already covered above.

 

Attendance Requirements

Everyone in attendance must be a registered attendee, or part of a company or group sponsoring the event.  Attendee’s must be part of a last mile delivery operation to attend.   LMBS reserves the right to refuse entrance or to ask someone to leave that does not follow the LMBS policies, or has previously caused a disturbance or failed to follow policies at previous events. 

 

All sponsors, speakers, attendees and exhibitors will be required to show photo identification at the time of registration.  Conference badges must be worn to gain entrance to meals, sessions and any networking or reception events. 

 

  • Sponsors: 

    • The number of representatives that may attend on behalf of a sponsor are outlined in the sponsorship package.  For the most part, two representatives from the sponsoring company may attend.  Additional representatives from the sponsoring company may attend for an additional cost and will be addressed with the sponsor directly. 

  • Attendees:

    • Business owners are welcome to bring their spouse/significant other, business partners or leadership/management personnel.  Each person in attendance must be registered and a ticket paid for via the LMBS website.  

 

 

Cancellation & Refund Policy

Cancellation and refund timeframes and policies will vary by event due to venue contract requirements.  Any questions regarding cancellation of hotel rooms must be addressed directly to the hotel and are not the responsibility of LMBS. 

 

For Last Mile Summit 2024:

  • Attendees: If unable to attend after completing registration and paying for a ticket, attendees may opt to send another senior member of their team to attend.  If unable to use the ticket, attendees may request a refund of the ticket price until Tuesday, April 1, 2024.  If the request is submitted after 4/1/2024, the refund will not be processed.

    • Requests for refund must be directed via email to Heather L. M. Maver, hmaver@725tc.com with the subject line: Last Mile Summit Refund Request to ensure a timely response. 

  • Sponsors and Exhibitors: Sponsors will be invoiced upon selecting a sponsorship package.  Once funds are received by LMBS, the sponsor or exhibitor’s brand will be promoted on LMBS materials, including the website.  Sponsor funds are non-refundable. 

 

Age Restriction

For safety reasons, anyone under the age of 18 is not allowed to register or attend a LMBS conference. Strollers or infant carriers are not permitted at any time. Only registrants are allowed to be present in the Expo, conference sessions, and receptions.

 

Information Sharing

Participant information (name and email address) may be shared with select sponsors based on the sponsorship package and support of the event.  Participants may share or exchange information with anyone they choose- attendee, exhibitor, vendor, speaker, or sponsor. 

 

Health and Safety

LMBS will continue to follow the guidance of The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) as it relates to COVID-19 and other communicable diseases along with state, local and venue requirements to meet safely.

 

WAIVER OF LAWSUIT/RELEASE OF LIABILITY:

COVID-19 WARNING, ASSUMPTION OF RISK, WAIVER OF RISK AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND INDEMNIFICATION FOR ATTENDING THE 2024 LMBS CONFERENCE (LAST MILE SUMMIT).

  • WARNING RELATED TO COVID-19 INFECTION

    • The novel coronavirus, COVID-19, has been declared a worldwide pandemic and is very contagious

    • COVID-19 can cause serious and potentially life-threatening illness and even death.

    • LMBS has taken and will continue to take all reasonable precautions to prevent against the presence and spread of the disease but cannot and does not guarantee against exposure; and therefore, in choosing to attend LMBS Conferences you acknowledge that you are assuming a risk that you may be exposing yourself to COVID-19 and its potential health risks

  • ASSUMPTION OF RISK

    • I have read and understand the above warning concerning COVID-19. I acknowledge that attending a LMBS Conference is of value to me and that I accept the risk of being exposed to COVID-19 in order to attend. Therefore, I choose to accept the risk of exposure to COVID-19, and I agree that I am personally responsible for my safety and actions while attending LMBS Conferences.

  • WAIVER OF LAWSUIT/ RELEASE OF LIABILITY

    • I, for myself, my family, successors, and assigns hereby forever release, waive, discharge, and covenant not to sue LMBS, its board of directors, board members, officers, agents, servants, affiliates, employees, successors, and assigns (collectively the “Released Parties”) from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions, and causes of action whatsoever, directly or indirectly arising out of or related to any loss, damage, or injury, including death, that may be sustained by me related to COVID-19 while participating in any activity associated with LMBS Conferences.

  • INDEMNIFICATION

I agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Released Parties from and against any and all costs, expenses, damages, claims, lawsuits, judgments, losses, and/or liabilities (including attorney fees) arising either directly or indirectly from or related to any and all claims made by or against any of the Released Parties due to bodily injury, death, loss of use, monetary loss, or any other injury from or related to my attendance at LMBS Conferences specifically related to COVID-19

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