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Effective Date: March 15, 2026  |  Last Updated: March 15, 2026

1. Agreement to Terms

Welcome to Waypoint Operating Partners ("Waypoint," "we," "us," or "our"). These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website WaypointOP.com (the "Site") and the services we provide.

By accessing or using our Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not access or use our Site or services.

These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you (the "User," "you," or "your") and Waypoint Operating Partners. We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time, and your continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of any changes.

2. Definitions

For purposes of these Terms:

  • "Site" refers to WaypointOP.com and all associated web pages, content, and functionality
  • "Services" refers to consulting services, diagnostics, business transformation programs, digital products, membership subscriptions, and related offerings provided by Waypoint Operating Partners
  • "Content" refers to text, graphics, images, videos, data, information, and other materials available on the Site
  • "User Content" refers to any information, data, or materials you provide to us through the Site
  • "Client" refers to any individual or business entity that engages Waypoint Operating Partners for professional services
  • "Engagement Agreement" refers to a separate written contract for consulting services
  • "Member" refers to any individual who creates an account on the Site to access free or premium content
  • "Premium Content" refers to articles, courses, interactive tools, and other materials available exclusively to paid subscribers

3. Eligibility and Account Registration

3.1 Age Requirement

You must be at least 18 years of age to use this Site. By using the Site, you represent and warrant that you are at least 18 years old and have the legal capacity to enter into binding contracts.

3.2 Business Representation

If you are accessing the Site on behalf of a business or organization, you represent and warrant that:

  • You have the authority to bind that entity to these Terms
  • Your use complies with all applicable laws and regulations
  • The information you provide is accurate and complete

3.3 Account Security

If you create an account on our Site (including membership accounts through MemberSpace):

  • You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials
  • You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account
  • You must not share your login credentials with others
  • You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized access or security breach
  • We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms

4. Use of the Site

4.1 License to Use

Subject to these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Site for lawful personal or business purposes.

4.2 Prohibited Uses

You agree NOT to:

Illegal Activities:

  • Violate any local, state, national, or international law or regulation
  • Engage in any fraudulent, misleading, or deceptive practices
  • Infringe upon intellectual property rights of Waypoint or third parties

Harmful Actions:

  • Transmit viruses, malware, or any harmful code
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or networks
  • Interfere with or disrupt the Site's operation or servers
  • Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) without our written permission

Misuse of Content:

  • Copy, reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from our Content without permission
  • Use our Content for commercial purposes without authorization
  • Remove or alter copyright notices, trademarks, or proprietary markings
  • Share membership-gated content with non-members
  • Share, redistribute, or resell articles, courses, tools, or other digital products

Misrepresentation:

  • Impersonate Waypoint Operating Partners, its employees, or representatives
  • Falsely state or misrepresent your affiliation with Waypoint
  • Provide false, inaccurate, or misleading information

Competitive Intelligence:

  • Use the Site to gather competitive intelligence or benchmark against competitors
  • Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any aspect of the Site
  • Access the Site to build a similar or competitive service

4.3 Monitoring and Enforcement

We reserve the right to:

  • Monitor use of the Site for compliance with these Terms
  • Investigate violations and take appropriate legal action
  • Remove or disable access to Content that violates these Terms
  • Suspend or terminate access for users who violate these Terms
  • Cooperate with law enforcement authorities

5. Intellectual Property Rights

5.1 Our Intellectual Property

All Content on the Site, including but not limited to:

  • Text, graphics, logos, images, videos, and audio
  • Software, code, and website design
  • Trademarks, service marks, and trade names
  • Proprietary methodologies, frameworks, and processes
  • Articles, courses, interactive tools, and downloadable resources
  • Templates, assessments, and calculators

...is owned by or licensed to Waypoint Operating Partners and is protected by U.S. and international copyright, trademark, patent, and other intellectual property laws.

Our Trademarks:

  • "Waypoint Operating Partners"
  • Waypoint logos and branding
  • Any other trademarks, service marks, or trade dress

5.2 Restrictions on Use

You may not:

  • Use our trademarks, logos, or branding without written permission
  • Modify, adapt, translate, or create derivative works based on our Content
  • Sell, license, rent, or otherwise commercially exploit our Content
  • Frame or mirror any portion of the Site without authorization
  • Use our Content in a manner that suggests endorsement or affiliation

5.3 Limited License for Clients

If you engage Waypoint for consulting services under a separate Engagement Agreement:

  • You receive a limited, non-exclusive license to use deliverables for your internal business purposes only
  • You may not resell, distribute, or commercialize deliverables
  • You may not share deliverables with competitors or other businesses
  • Waypoint retains ownership of all methodologies, frameworks, and templates

5.4 User Content License

By submitting User Content to our Site (e.g., through contact forms, questionnaires, feedback, or communications), you grant Waypoint:

  • A worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and display User Content for purposes of providing services
  • The right to create anonymized case studies and use aggregated data for marketing purposes (with your consent)
  • The right to use testimonials and feedback you provide (with your permission)

You represent and warrant that:

  • You own or have rights to all User Content you submit
  • User Content does not violate any third-party rights
  • User Content does not contain confidential information belonging to others

6. Digital Products and Memberships

6.1 Membership Tiers

Waypoint Operating Partners offers the following membership options:

Free Membership: Access to select free articles, tools, and resources. Requires email registration.

Premium Membership: Access to all premium articles, courses, interactive tools, and resources. Available at $79/month or $697/year.

Membership features, pricing, and available content are subject to change. Current details are available on our Digital Products page.

6.2 Payment and Billing

All membership payments are processed securely through Stripe. By subscribing to a paid membership:

  • You authorize Stripe to charge your payment method at the applicable rate
  • All prices are quoted in U.S. Dollars (USD)
  • You are responsible for keeping your payment information current

6.3 Auto-Renewal Disclosure

IMPORTANT: YOUR PAID MEMBERSHIP SUBSCRIPTION WILL AUTOMATICALLY RENEW at the then-current rate at the end of each billing period (monthly or annually) until you cancel. You will be charged the applicable subscription fee on each renewal date. You may cancel at any time to prevent future charges (see Section 6.4).

6.4 Cancellation

You may cancel your membership at any time through:

  • Your MemberSpace account settings
  • Emailing advisory@waypointop.com

Upon cancellation:

  • Your access continues through the end of your current billing period
  • No further charges will be applied after cancellation
  • You will not receive a refund for the current billing period

6.5 Refund Policy

All digital products and membership subscriptions are non-refundable. You may cancel at any time to prevent future charges, but no refunds will be issued for the current billing period or for any previously completed billing periods. If you are unsure, we recommend starting with a monthly plan before committing to an annual subscription.

6.6 Content License for Members

As a member, you receive a limited, personal, non-transferable, non-commercial license to:

  • Access and use membership content for your own business purposes
  • Download materials made available for download within your membership tier

You may NOT:

  • Share your login credentials with anyone
  • Redistribute, resell, or share articles, courses, tools, or other membership content
  • Use membership content to create competing products or services
  • Systematically download or scrape membership content

6.7 Interactive Tools Disclaimer

Interactive tools and calculators available on the Site produce estimates and outputs for informational purposes only. These tools do not constitute financial, legal, tax, or accounting advice. Outputs are based on the data you provide and general assumptions that may not reflect your specific circumstances. You should verify all outputs with qualified professionals before making business decisions. Waypoint Operating Partners is not liable for decisions made based on tool outputs.

7. Consulting Services and Engagement Terms

7.1 Website vs. Services Distinction

These Terms govern use of the Site only. If you engage Waypoint Operating Partners for consulting services, a separate Engagement Agreement will govern that professional relationship.

7.2 Service Offerings

Waypoint offers consulting service tiers as described on our Services page, subject to availability and client qualification. Specific scope, deliverables, timelines, and pricing are defined in your Engagement Agreement.

7.3 No Guarantees from Website Content

Information on the Site is for general informational purposes only and does NOT constitute:

  • Professional advice or recommendations specific to your business
  • A guarantee of specific results or outcomes
  • An offer to provide services or enter into a contract
  • Financial, legal, tax, or accounting advice

You should not rely solely on website content to make business decisions. Always consult with qualified professionals.

7.4 Client Qualification

We reserve the right to:

  • Decline service engagements that are not a good fit
  • Qualify potential clients based on business size, industry, and readiness
  • Terminate discussions or proposals at any time prior to signing an Engagement Agreement

7.5 Fees and Payment

Service fees are specified in your Engagement Agreement. General terms:

  • Fees are quoted in U.S. Dollars (USD)
  • Payment terms are outlined in your Engagement Agreement
  • Late payments may incur fees or service suspension
  • Refunds are subject to the terms of your Engagement Agreement

8. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

8.1 "As Is" and "As Available" Disclaimer

THE SITE, CONTENT, DIGITAL PRODUCTS, INTERACTIVE TOOLS, AND MEMBERSHIP MATERIALS ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.

We disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to:

  • Warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement
  • Warranties that the Site will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free
  • Warranties regarding the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of Content
  • Warranties that defects will be corrected or that the Site is free from viruses
  • Warranties regarding the accuracy of interactive tool outputs or calculations

8.2 No Professional Advice

Content on the Site is for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. You acknowledge that:

  • Website content is not tailored to your specific circumstances
  • You should not make business decisions based solely on website content
  • You should consult with qualified professionals (attorneys, accountants, consultants) before taking action
  • We are not liable for decisions you make based on website content

8.3 No Guaranteed Results

We make no guarantees regarding:

  • Specific business outcomes or financial results
  • Increases in revenue, profit, or business valuation
  • Successful exit or sale of your business
  • Implementation success of recommendations
  • Accuracy of interactive tool or calculator outputs

Results vary based on numerous factors outside our control, including but not limited to:

  • Client implementation and follow-through
  • Market conditions and economic factors
  • Industry-specific challenges
  • Employee performance and client management
  • Third-party service providers

8.4 Third-Party Links and Resources

The Site may contain links to third-party websites, resources, or services. We:

  • Do not control or endorse third-party sites
  • Are not responsible for third-party content, privacy practices, or terms
  • Do not warrant the accuracy or reliability of third-party information
  • Are not liable for any damages arising from third-party interactions

Your use of third-party sites is at your own risk.

8.5 Limitation of Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WAYPOINT OPERATING PARTNERS AND ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, AND AFFILIATES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

Indirect Damages:

  • Indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages
  • Loss of profits, revenue, data, or business opportunities
  • Loss of goodwill or reputation
  • Cost of substitute services or downtime

Even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

Direct Damages Cap: In no event shall our total liability to you for all claims arising from use of the Site exceed $100 USD or the amount you paid us in the past 12 months, whichever is greater.

8.6 Exceptions to Limitations

Some jurisdictions do not allow limitation of implied warranties or liability for incidental/consequential damages. In such jurisdictions, our liability is limited to the maximum extent permitted by law. These limitations do NOT apply to:

  • Liability for gross negligence, willful misconduct, or fraud
  • Violations of consumer protection laws that cannot be waived
  • Personal injury or death caused by our negligence
  • Any liability that cannot be excluded by law

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Waypoint Operating Partners and its officers, directors, employees, agents, affiliates, and partners from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:

  • Your use or misuse of the Site
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your violation of any third-party rights (including intellectual property rights)
  • User Content you submit or transmit
  • Your violation of any law or regulation
  • Any dispute between you and another user or third party

We reserve the right to assume exclusive defense and control of any matter subject to indemnification, and you agree to cooperate with our defense.

10. Confidentiality

10.1 Confidential Information

If you share business information with us through the Site or during service discussions, you acknowledge that:

Prior to Engagement Agreement:

  • Preliminary discussions are not subject to formal confidentiality agreements
  • You should not share highly sensitive information until an Engagement Agreement is signed
  • We will handle your information professionally but cannot guarantee absolute confidentiality

After Engagement Agreement:

  • Confidentiality terms are governed by your Engagement Agreement
  • We commit to protecting your confidential business information
  • We will not share your information with third parties without consent (except as required by law)

10.2 Exceptions

Confidentiality obligations do not apply to information that:

  • Is or becomes publicly available through no fault of ours
  • Was rightfully known to us prior to disclosure
  • Is independently developed by us without use of your information
  • Is required to be disclosed by law, court order, or regulatory authority

10.3 Anonymized Use

We may use anonymized, aggregated data from client engagements for:

  • Industry benchmarking and research
  • Marketing materials and case studies (with identifying details removed)
  • Improving our methodologies and services

We will not disclose your identity or confidential details without your explicit written consent.

11. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection, use, and protection of your personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy.

By using the Site, you consent to our data practices as described in those policies.

Key Points:

  • We collect information you provide through forms and communications
  • We use cookies and analytics to improve the Site
  • We do not sell your personal information to third parties
  • We implement reasonable security measures to protect your data
  • You have rights to access, correct, or delete your information

Please review our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy for complete details.

12. User Communications and Submissions

12.1 Contact Forms and Inquiries

When you submit information through contact forms, questionnaires, or email:

  • We will use your information to respond to your inquiry and potentially offer services
  • We may add you to our mailing list (you can unsubscribe anytime)
  • Your information is stored in our CRM system (HubSpot)

12.2 Testimonials and Feedback

If you provide testimonials, reviews, or feedback:

  • We may use your comments in marketing materials (with your permission)
  • We may edit testimonials for length or clarity (while preserving meaning)
  • You grant us a perpetual, worldwide license to use approved testimonials
  • You represent that testimonials are truthful and based on your genuine experience

12.3 Ideas and Suggestions

If you submit ideas, suggestions, or feedback about our Site or services:

  • You grant us an unrestricted, royalty-free license to use such submissions
  • We are not obligated to keep submissions confidential
  • We are not obligated to compensate you for submissions
  • We may implement suggestions without attribution or payment

13. Termination and Suspension

13.1 Our Right to Terminate

We reserve the right to:

  • Suspend or terminate your access to the Site at any time, with or without cause
  • Modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Site without notice
  • Refuse service to anyone for any reason

We may terminate or suspend access for:

  • Violation of these Terms
  • Fraudulent, abusive, or illegal activity
  • Providing false or misleading information
  • Sharing membership credentials or content
  • Posing a security risk or threatening harm
  • Any reason we deem appropriate in our sole discretion

13.2 Your Right to Discontinue Use

You may stop using the Site at any time. For membership cancellation, see Section 6.4. If you have an active service engagement, termination is governed by your Engagement Agreement.

13.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

  • Your right to access the Site immediately ceases
  • You must cease all use of Content and materials obtained from the Site
  • Membership access ends immediately (or at end of billing period if you cancelled)
  • Provisions that should survive termination remain in effect (including intellectual property, disclaimers, limitations of liability, indemnification, and dispute resolution)

14. Dispute Resolution and Arbitration

14.1 Informal Resolution

Before initiating formal proceedings, you agree to contact us at advisory@waypointop.com to attempt to resolve the dispute informally. We will work in good faith to resolve disputes within 30 days.

14.2 Binding Arbitration

If informal resolution fails, you agree that any dispute arising from these Terms or use of the Site shall be resolved through binding arbitration rather than in court, except as provided below.

Arbitration Terms:

  • Arbitration will be conducted by the American Arbitration Association (AAA) under its Commercial Arbitration Rules
  • Arbitration will take place in Jackson, Georgia or via videoconference
  • The arbitrator's decision is final and binding
  • Each party bears its own costs and fees (unless the arbitrator awards costs to the prevailing party)
  • You may pursue claims in small claims court if they qualify

14.3 Class Action Waiver

YOU AGREE TO RESOLVE DISPUTES ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS ONLY. YOU WAIVE ANY RIGHT TO PARTICIPATE IN CLASS ACTIONS, COLLECTIVE ACTIONS, OR REPRESENTATIVE PROCEEDINGS.

  • Disputes cannot be combined or consolidated with disputes of other users
  • Arbitration will involve only individual disputes, not class-wide claims
  • The arbitrator may not consolidate multiple parties' claims

14.4 Exceptions to Arbitration

The following disputes are exempt from arbitration and may be brought in court:

  • Claims for injunctive or equitable relief to protect intellectual property
  • Small claims court actions (within jurisdictional limits)
  • Claims that cannot legally be arbitrated under applicable law

14.5 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of Georgia, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Any court proceedings (for disputes not subject to arbitration) shall be brought in the state or federal courts located in Butts County, Georgia, and you consent to the jurisdiction and venue of such courts.

15. Modifications to Terms

15.1 Right to Modify

We reserve the right to modify, amend, or update these Terms at any time. Changes become effective immediately upon posting to the Site. We will notify you of material changes by:

  • Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
  • Posting a prominent notice on the Site
  • Sending an email to registered users (if applicable)

15.2 Your Acceptance of Changes

Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. If you do not agree to the modified Terms, you must stop using the Site immediately.

16. General Provisions

16.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy, and any applicable Engagement Agreement, constitute the entire agreement between you and Waypoint Operating Partners regarding use of the Site.

16.2 Severability

If any provision is found invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, that provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary or severed. The remaining provisions remain in full force and effect.

16.3 Waiver

Our failure to enforce any provision does not constitute a waiver of that provision or our right to enforce it in the future.

16.4 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms without our prior written consent. We may assign these Terms to any party at any time without notice.

16.5 Force Majeure

We shall not be liable for failure or delay due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control (natural disasters, pandemics, war, government actions, internet/telecom failures, power outages).

16.6 No Third-Party Beneficiaries

These Terms are for the benefit of Waypoint Operating Partners and you only.

16.7 Survival

Provisions that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including: Intellectual Property (Section 5), Disclaimers and Limitations (Section 8), Indemnification (Section 9), Dispute Resolution (Section 14), General Provisions (Section 16).

16.8 Language

These Terms are written in English. In the event of conflict between English and translated versions, the English version prevails.

17. Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or disputes regarding these Terms, please contact us:

Waypoint Operating Partners

  • General Inquiries: advisory@waypointop.com
  • Privacy Questions: privacy@waypointop.com
  • Phone: +1 888 995 9190
  • Mail: PO Box 1234, Jackson, GA 30233
  • Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST

We will respond to inquiries within 2–3 business days.

18. Acknowledgment

BY USING WAYPOINTOP.COM, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT:

  • You have read and understood these Terms and Conditions
  • You agree to be bound by these Terms
  • You meet the eligibility requirements (age 18+, legal capacity)
  • You will comply with all applicable laws and regulations
  • You understand the disclaimers and limitations of liability
  • You agree to the dispute resolution and arbitration provisions
  • You consent to our collection and use of data as described in our Privacy Policy

If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use the Site or our services.

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