ADDITIVEIQ SPEAKER AGREEMENT

Tickets to this event are issued on behalf of the organiser ManufacturingIQ Ltd and are subject to the following terms and conditions: 

1. Privacy Policy

In addition to those terms and conditions outlined below, any attendee of the event agrees to the terms and conditions outlined in our Privacy Policy

2. Commitment, Registration & Travel Costs

2.1 Commitment

All speakers will be required to provide the following information; Presentation Title, Abstract, Headshot, Speaker Biography, Company Logo, Presentation Slides, failure to supply this information may result in the speaker losing the presentation slot. Additive IQ will provide a Full 3-day conference pass, and 2 night’s stay, worth £2,000. This enables speakers to access their presentation slot and all conference activities. Travel costs are not covered by Additive IQ. 

2.2 Conduct

The Organiser reserves the right to refuse admission or to eject any person appearing to be intoxicated, under the influence of drugs, showing signs of a virus including a high temperature or a persistent cough, refusing to wear a mask when required to do so (unless they are unable to do so due to an underlaying health condition), otherwise behaving dangerously or inappropriately, or for any other behaviour likely to cause damage, injury, nuisance and annoyance or for failure to comply with the reasonable request of the Organiser. For the safety of people at the Event, the venue management and the Organiser reserve the right to refuse admission and conduct security searches as they deem appropriate. Neither the Organiser nor the venue operator will be responsible for any loss, damage, death or injury howsoever caused unless (i) the relevant party has breached its legal obligations; and (ii) such loss or damage is a direct and reasonably foreseeable result of the breach. For the avoidance of doubt, the Organiser will not be responsible for the actions of any third party.

2.3 Registration Fees 

2.3.1 Tickets cannot be exchanged or refunded after purchase. All tickets should be checked on purchase, as mistakes cannot always be rectified.

2.3.2 Tickets cannot be resold for commercial gain. If we have reason to believe that tickets have been re-sold, they will be invalidated, and the holder will be refused admission. We may restrict the sale of tickets to a maximum number per person / per company. We reserve the right to cancel tickets bought in excess of this allocation.

2.4 Travel and Accommodation Costs 

A 2-night stay is included in your ticket price, speakers are solely responsible for all travel, visa, insurance and other personal expenses incurred in connection with attending the conference. The conference organiser is not liable for any costs arising from travel disruptions, cancellations, delays, or other unforeseen circumstances.Please check event details and timings prior to travelling as these may be subject to change. 

2.5 Changes and Cancellation 

The event organiser reserves the right to modify the event schedule, venue, speakers, or format, or to cancel the event if circumstances are beyond the organisers control. If the Event is rescheduled or moved, the Organiser will give you the options of either retaining or exchanging your tickets for the new date/location. If the Event is cancelled, you may be offered the option to transfer your ticket to a future event or a refund on your tickets. Please note that any Transaction Fees are not refundable.

3. Public Promotion of Participation

Speakers will have the opportunity to promote their participation in this conference to their professional networks. This can be done using their own social media channels or marketing tools provided by Additive IQ. We encourage and welcome promotion of one's role as a speaker at this event.

4. Due Dates

If selected, speakers acknowledge that a completed presentation will be due by the specified deadline in all required media formats for inclusion in the event proceedings.

5. Audio Visual

Speakers agree to bring their final presentations (PowerPoint or PDF) on an external thumb drive. A projector, screen, PC-based computer, and microphone will be provided. Note that Apple/iOS computers are not supported. If a direct feed to a company laptop is required due to company policy, please notify the Conference Manager.

6. Presentation Length

Your specified presentation time and length will be confirmed by the event organiser. Time for questions should be built into your specified timeslot.

6.1 Required Slides

Speakers agree to use the event's branded slide template in their presentation, unless agreed otherwise.

6.2 Original Work

Speakers agree that their work is entirely original. If using the work or words of others, they will ensure proper citation, quotation, and obtain necessary permissions. 

6.3 Substitute Speakers

Additive IQ have spent many years building up a respected brand that delivers real benefit to our community including our speakers. As such it is important that the presentations are carried out by the promoted speaker. Many attendees plan their days around specific talks and will often wish to connect with you off-stage. If you are unable to attend for whatever reason, you must let the organisers know as soon as possible and provide a replacement speaker. It may be possible for a colleague from your organisation to present in your absence, but this is solely at the discretion of the Conference Manager and must be someone of equal or greater rank within the organisation. If you are unable to attend and do not give warning your organization may be restricted for a 12-month period.

6.4 Exclusivity

Presenters certify that their presentation will remain exclusive to Additive IQ for a period of at least 6 months within the UK and 3 months internationally. The presentation will not be delivered to other audiences prior to this conference.

7. Permission for Use of Name & Likeness and Photo/Audio/Video Recording Release

7.1 Speakers give ManufacturingIQ Ltd, its agents and representatives the right to record, livestream, and use their names & likeness in the promotional and other material published in relation to ManufacturingIQ Ltd. They also grant ManufacturingIQ Ltd, its representatives and employees the right to take audio/video recordings and photographs of them and their property in connection with the above-identified subjects. Speakers authorise ManufacturingIQ Ltd, its assigns and transfers to copyright, use and publish their same in print and/or electronically. Speakers agree ManufacturingIQ Ltd may use such audio/video recordings and photographs of them with or without their name and for any lawful purpose, including for example purposes as event proceedings, live streaming, publicity, illustration, advertising, and web content. By attending, you consent to the use of such material for these purposes without compensation. Presenters acknowledge that Additive IQ will provide all uploaded presentation slides to conference delegates post event, unless speakers specifically request in writing for their slides to be omitted from this process.  

5.2 Video and sound recordings are not permitted in areas of the event unless written permission is provided by the Organiser.

8. Remuneration

By submitting their presentation, speakers acknowledge that they will not receive any remuneration from Additive IQ for their participation.

9. Indemnification

Speakers agree to indemnify and hold harmless ManufacturingIQ Ltd, its agents, and its representatives from any claims arising from material presented or provided for publication that may defame, libel, or slander an individual or organisation, violate confidentiality, or infringe on another's copyright.