The Mender Guild by MendIt®- Membership Terms & Conditions

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Welcome to the Mender Guild, powered by Mend It, Inc.! We're thrilled you're considering joining our community of professional menders. These Membership Terms outline how we work together, and by signing up, you agree to follow them. Let’s dive in!

Our association is for anyone who professionally mends, repairs, or alters textiles as a business. To become a member, you just need to:

• Share accurate and honest information when you apply.
• Commit to being part of a supportive, ethical community.

When you apply for membership, you’ll be asked to:

• Provide some basic details about yourself or your business.
• Pay any membership fees. Once we process your application, you’ll be welcomed as a member and gain access to all the benefits!

As a member, you’ll enjoy lots of great perks, which will evolve as we evolve, such as:

• Discounted Business Liability Insurance through MendIt®’s partnership with Authentic
• Preferred Status in the MendIt® Network
• Skills Sharing Workshops Live Calls (Virtual)
• Paid Opportunities to Host a Skills Sharing Workshop (Virtual), as chosen by members
• Quarterly Group Business Coaching Live Calls (Virtual)
• Participation in a Supportive Community of Mending Business Owners
• Digital and Physical Credentials for Your Website, Social Media, and Workspace​
• Exclusive Discounts on Individual Business Coaching Sessions
• Access to New Demand from Brands & Retailers, pending MendIt® success - Stronger Together through MendIt® Tech Integrations

These benefits can change based on availability and member input, so be sure to check back.

To help support the Guild and all the benefits we offer, there’s an annual membership fee. You’ll pay this fee when you first join, and it will be renewed each year.

• Please note that fees are non-refundable (with limited exceptions for reasonable extenuating circumstances).
• If you miss a payment, we may have to pause your membership until the fee is paid.

We’re all about creating a respectful and supportive environment. As a member, we ask that you:

• Act professionally and ethically, both with fellow members and customers.
• Follow the Guild’s guidelines and treat others with kindness.
• Avoid any actions that could harm the Guild’s reputation or community.

If we find that someone’s behavior doesn’t align with our values, we may take steps to address it, which could include suspension or termination of membership.

You can leave the Guild at any time—no hard feelings! Just let us know. If we need to end your membership, it could be because:

• You’ve asked to leave.
• We find that you’re not following the Code of Conduct or these Terms.
• You haven’t kept up with membership fees.

The MendIt® name, logo, intellectual property, platform, technology and other materials are owned by MendIt® and protected by copyright and trademark laws. As a member, you may use our logo and membership materials, but only in ways we’ve agreed upon, which we will specify. 

While we’re here to support you, the Guild can’t be held responsible for any personal losses or damages (like lost income or business opportunities) that might happen as part of your membership.

If something happens where we need to defend ourselves legally due to your actions or violations of these Terms, you agree to help us out.

We may occasionally update these Terms to keep things current. If anything changes significantly, we’ll let you know. Your continued membership means you agree to any updated Terms.

These Terms are based on the laws of Delaware, which govern how we all work together.

If a problem comes up, we prefer to work through it together. We’ll aim for peaceful resolutions, and if needed, we’ll use mediation to help sort things out. 

If you ever have questions or need help, don’t hesitate to reach out! We’re here for you.

Email: guild@mendit.app
Phone: 346-297-1605
Website: www.menderguild.com | www.mendit.app