GENERAL (PREFACE)
The Founders Kite Club LLC, 30 N Gould St, STE N, Sheridan, WY 82801, a limited liability company organized under the laws of the State of Wyoming, United States, Tax ID: 38-4355725, CEO: Enrico Zanvettor (hereinafter “FKC”), exclusively enters into contracts subject to these General Terms and Conditions (hereinafter “Terms”). The use of FKC’s internet platforms (e.g., founderskiteclub.com) is also subject to these Terms. Any other terms and conditions are expressly excluded.
APPLICATION AND REGISTRATION ON THE FKC WEBSITES AND/OR PLATFORMS (FOUNDERSKITECLUB.COM)
2.1 Entrepreneurs and companies can apply to join events or become club members, as well as register as users on the FKC platform. During registration, users may be asked to set a password, which must be kept confidential. FKC will never disclose your password to third parties or ask you for it. Users confirm that all information provided during registration is accurate and complete.
2.2 Each user may register only once and is allowed a single user profile.
2.3 From a technical standpoint, FKC cannot guarantee that a logged-in user is truly the person or company they claim to be. Therefore, FKC accepts no responsibility for verifying the actual identity of users. It is the sole responsibility of each user to confirm the authenticity of others.
2.4 By registering, users authorize FKC to display their data (profile, see section 3: Data Privacy Protection) within the platform, based on the type of account and features used. This includes sharing profile data with other registered users and companies involved in the platform. Depending on participation or activity, additional tags may be added to the profile (such as mentors, judges, team affiliations). FKC may also use this data for matchmaking purposes and to connect users with relevant companies (e.g., investors or startups). Full access to the platform remains available after participating in an FKC event.
2.5 FKC is not responsible for external links or user-generated content published on the platform.
2.6 FKC reserves the right to deactivate or remove user accounts at any time, without obligation to provide a reason.
2.7 Users agree not to post false, misleading, offensive, discriminatory, or harmful content.
2.8 By submitting or uploading content (such as images, logos, etc.), users grant FKC an unlimited, worldwide, and exclusive license to use this material across media (e.g. print, web, etc.) without time restrictions.
PRIVACY POLICY
Welcome to the Founders Kite Club Privacy Policy
Hi there! We’re Founders Kite Club LLC, based at 30 N Gould St, STE N, Sheridan, WY 82801, United States (“Founders Kite Club”), and this is our privacy policy. It explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information if you are a visitor, user, member, or customer of any of our platforms or services (collectively, the “Sites”).
When we say “we”, “us”, or “FKC”, we mean Founders Kite Club LLC. When we say “policy”, we’re referring to this Privacy Policy. When we say “user terms”, we’re referring to the terms and conditions that govern the use of our Sites and services. These may vary by product or service, and consent to each is obtained separately.
3.1 What information we collect
We collect personal information to provide our services, improve your experience, and meet our legal obligations. This may include:
Name, email address, contact details
Username, member profile information
IP address, device/browser info, web analytics
Payment and transactional data
Tax information and billing details
Survey responses, support queries, messages
Job applications (CVs, cover letters, interview notes)
Content you upload (photos, logos, blogs, etc.)
3.2 How we collect the information
We collect personal data:
Directly from you (e.g. when you register, apply, subscribe, submit forms, or communicate with us)
Automatically as you use our Sites
From third-party services (e.g. Google, Facebook, Stripe), when you connect accounts or authorize data sharing
From partners and service providers (e.g. analytics, fraud detection, demographic data), where legally permitted
3.3 Why we use your data
We process your information:
a) To fulfill our contract with you:
Managing your account, membership, or registration
Processing transactions or event participation
b) To serve legitimate business interests:
Operating and improving our Sites and services
Customer support and communication
Verifying user identity and preventing fraud
Sending operational updates
Managing risks, disputes, or legal matters
Connecting members within the FKC community
Understanding user preferences for events and services
Improving our offerings and internal training
c) With your consent:
Sending newsletters and promotional emails
Showing personalized content or ads (including via cookies)
Sharing updates about products, events, or investment opportunities
d) To comply with legal obligations:
Responding to government or legal requests
Tax, audit, and compliance requirements
3.4 When we share your data
We may share personal data with:
Service providers (e.g. hosting, analytics, marketing, payments, identity verification)
Professional advisors (lawyers, accountants, consultants)
Authorities (as required by law or for legal compliance)
Other users or companies on our platform (based on visibility settings)
Affiliates and group entities
Prospective buyers in case of a merger or acquisition
Advertising or fraud prevention partners
Any other party with your explicit consent
3.5 International transfers
We are based in the United States, and your data may be processed in the US, EU, UK, or other countries where our partners operate. We work with service providers that meet recognized standards of data protection.
3.6 Data security
We take data protection seriously. Your information is stored on secure servers and protected by technical and organizational safeguards such as:
Access controls
Encrypted data storage and transfer
Two-factor authentication
Secure backups and monitoring systems
3.7 Your rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights to:
Access your personal data
Request correction or deletion
Withdraw consent
Object to certain uses (e.g. direct marketing)
Request data portability
File a complaint with a relevant authority
To exercise your rights, please contact us at: team@founderskiteclub.com
3.8 Retention of personal data
We keep your data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described above. If you close your account or request deletion, we may retain certain information as required for:
Legal compliance
Fraud prevention
Financial or operational records
Resolving disputes or enforcing agreements
All retained data will be handled in accordance with this policy.
3.9 Children's privacy
Our services are not intended for individuals under 16. If you are 16–18, you may use the Sites under parental supervision. Parents/guardians are responsible for their children’s use of our services.
3.10 Public data and third parties
Please use caution when posting public content or sharing information with others via our platform or externally. We are not responsible for how others may use the information you make public or share with third parties.
3.11 Marketing preferences
You can manage your preferences at any time:
Unsubscribe links are provided in every marketing email
You can disable cookies in your browser settings
Cookie preferences are also managed via our Cookie Policy
3.12 Cookies and analytics
We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to improve our services. You can read more in our Cookie Policy.
We may collect data such as:
IP address and location
Pages visited and session length
Device, browser, OS
Referring URLs
Clicks, form submissions, and interactions
Ad campaign performance (e.g. remarketing via Google or Facebook)
3.13 Updates to this policy
We may update this policy to reflect changes in law or our practices. When we do, we’ll post the new version here and notify you if legally required.
Last updated: 24 July 2025
3.14 Contact
If you have questions, please reach out to:
Founders Kite Club LLC
30 N Gould St, STE N
Sheridan, WY 82801
Email: team@founderskiteclub.com
EVENTS ORGANIZED BY FKC
4.1 All prices listed on the FKC website are final and typically do not include VAT, as Founders Kite Club LLC is a U.S.-based company. Unless explicitly stated, no VAT is applied to invoices. Participants are responsible for any taxes that may apply in their country of residence. All prices are shown in euros (€).
4.2 Registration for FKC events is managed via email and the official application form on our website. After submitting the application, each request is individually reviewed. If accepted, the participant receives a booking confirmation and invoice. The registration becomes binding once the booking confirmation has been sent.
4.3 Cancellation & Transfer Policy
Tickets may be transferred to another FKC event within the same calendar year, provided the request is made at least 60 days before the start of the original event. If there is a difference in event prices, the participant will either be credited or charged the difference.
Tickets canceled or transferred with less than 60 days’ notice are subject to a €500 administrative fee.
Unused tickets not transferred or claimed by the final event of the calendar year will be forfeited.
4.4 Payment is due via bank transfer on the due date stated on the invoice — typically two weeks after receiving the booking confirmation. All transfer fees must be covered by the participant.
4.5 If the date or location of an event changes, tickets generally remain valid. The event calendar is indicative and may be subject to updates, rescheduling, or cancellations. FKC will notify participants promptly of any changes.
4.6 In case of a rescheduled event, ticket holders may request a refund by a deadline set by FKC (usually shortly after the new date is announced). Tickets returned before the deadline will be refunded in full. After this period, no claims for reimbursement will be accepted.
4.7 Refunds are only possible if the original ticket is returned. When requesting a refund, participants must provide their bank account details. No refunds will be issued after the deadline. Additional claims (e.g., travel costs, accommodation, postage) are excluded.
4.8 No-shows are not eligible for any refund or compensation.
4.9 Tickets are non-transferable to another person and cannot be resold for commercial purposes.
4.10 Discounted tickets (e.g., early bird offers or partner discounts) are only valid when used by the original ticket holder and may require proof of eligibility at the event.
4.11 FKC reserves the right to decline or exclude any participant from an event. In such cases, any payments already made will be fully refunded.
RECORDING DURING FKC EVENTS
By attending FKC events, participants acknowledge and agree that audio, photo, and video recordings may be made during the event — including images of individual participants — at no cost to FKC.
Participants grant Founders Kite Club LLC the unrestricted right to use, reproduce, edit, and publish such recordings or any images submitted by participants, in any format and across any media, without time or geographic limitation.
This includes, but is not limited to:
Press and media publications
Event promotions and marketing materials
Posters, brochures, calendars, and manuals
FKC websites and social media channels
Third-party platforms such as YouTube, Vimeo, Instagram, Facebook, etc.
FKC may also share or license this content to third parties, with or without compensation, for promotional or editorial purposes.
If you do not wish to appear in such recordings, please inform the FKC team in writing prior to the event.
LIABILITY
6.1 Founders Kite Club LLC (FKC) is only liable for damages resulting from intentional misconduct or gross negligence by FKC, its legal representatives, or agents.
6.2 Nothing in these Terms limits or excludes FKC’s liability for death, personal injury, or harm to health caused by negligence. FKC is also liable for damages caused by the breach of essential contractual obligations — i.e., obligations that are fundamental to the execution of the agreement and which users may reasonably rely upon. In such cases, if the breach is due to ordinary negligence, liability is limited to foreseeable damages at the time of the event or service.
6.3 FKC is not liable for any further claims, including indirect, incidental, or consequential damages, unless otherwise required by law.
6.4 Force Majeure
FKC shall not be held liable for any delay or failure to perform its obligations under these Terms if such delay or failure is due to causes beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to: natural disasters, pandemics, government restrictions, wars, strikes, supply chain disruptions, extreme weather, or interruptions of internet or utility services. In such cases, FKC reserves the right to reschedule, modify, or cancel events without obligation to provide compensation beyond applicable refund terms set forth in Section 4.
MEMBERSHIP
7.1 Membership with Founders Kite Club is structured as an annual subscription, priced at €300 per year.
7.2 The subscription becomes active on the date of purchase and automatically renews every 12 months on the same date, unless cancelled in accordance with these Terms.
7.3 Membership grants access to exclusive pricing, special offers, and discounts on event tickets. Membership is required to access these benefits and preferential rates.
7.4 To cancel the membership and avoid renewal, members must do so before the renewal date. Once the membership has been renewed, it cannot be cancelled or refunded for that period.
7.5 All membership fees are non-refundable once the subscription has been renewed.
7.6 Founders Kite Club reserves the right to revoke or refuse membership for just cause. In such cases, a refund may be issued at FKC’s discretion.
MISCELLANEOUS
8.1 These Terms and any contractual relationship with Founders Kite Club LLC are governed exclusively by the laws of the State of Wyoming, United States, without regard to its conflict of laws principles.
8.2 Any disputes arising out of or in connection with these Terms shall be submitted to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state or federal courts located in Sheridan County, Wyoming, to the extent permitted by applicable law.