TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Welcome to the website of the Institute of American Management (“IAM,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). These Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the IAM website, including all content, membership services, educational programs, events, publications, online resources, and any other products or services made available through the website.
By accessing, browsing, or using this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be legally bound by these Terms & Conditions, as well as any additional policies referenced herein, including our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with these Terms, you should discontinue your use of the website and any related services immediately.
1. About the Institute of American Management
The Institute of American Management (IAM) is an international professional membership organization dedicated to advancing excellence in leadership, management, education, and professional development. Through memberships, educational programs, conferences, certifications, publications, networking opportunities, and related initiatives, IAM seeks to support professionals, educators, students, and organizations in achieving continued personal and professional growth.
These Terms govern your relationship with IAM whenever you visit our website, apply for membership, register for events or programs, purchase services, or otherwise interact with us online.
2. Eligibility
You must be at least eighteen (18) years of age or otherwise possess the legal capacity to enter into a binding agreement under the laws applicable to your jurisdiction in order to use this website or apply for membership. If you are using the website or submitting information on behalf of an organization, you represent that you are authorized to act on behalf of that organization.
You agree that all information you provide to IAM, including information submitted during membership applications, event registrations, or other interactions, will be truthful, accurate, complete, and kept current. IAM reserves the right to request additional information or documentation where necessary to verify your eligibility or the accuracy of information provided.
3. Membership
Membership in IAM is subject to review and approval by the Institute and is granted at IAM’s sole discretion. Submission of a membership application does not guarantee acceptance. IAM reserves the right to approve, deny, suspend, or terminate membership applications where necessary to protect the interests, reputation, or integrity of the organization.
Membership provides access to benefits that may include professional recognition, educational resources, networking opportunities, member communications, conferences, publications, certifications, discounts, and other services as determined by IAM. Membership benefits may change from time to time without prior notice as IAM continues to develop and improve its programs and services.
Unless otherwise specified, membership remains valid for the applicable membership period beginning on the date of approval or payment. Members are responsible for renewing their memberships before expiration in order to maintain uninterrupted access to membership benefits and services.
Membership is personal to the approved member and may not be transferred, assigned, sold, shared, or otherwise made available to another individual or organization. Any unauthorized use or transfer of membership privileges may result in suspension or termination of membership without refund.
4. Membership Fees and Payments
Membership fees are published on the IAM website and are subject to revision at any time. Any changes to membership fees will apply prospectively and will not affect memberships that have already been purchased unless otherwise stated.
Payments are processed securely through authorized third-party payment processors. IAM does not collect or store complete payment card information on its own servers. Payment information is handled in accordance with the privacy and security standards of the applicable payment provider.
Unless otherwise required by applicable law or expressly stated by IAM, membership fees, event registration fees, and other payments are non-refundable once payment has been successfully processed. Members are responsible for ensuring that all payment information provided is accurate and that sufficient funds are available to complete the transaction.
5. Website Use
IAM grants you a limited, non-exclusive, revocable, and non-transferable license to access and use this website for lawful, personal, educational, or professional purposes consistent with these Terms. Your use of the website must not interfere with its operation or with the rights of other users.
You agree not to engage in any activity that could damage, disable, overburden, or impair the website or its services. This includes attempting unauthorized access to restricted areas, introducing malicious software or harmful code, interfering with website security, harvesting personal information from other users, impersonating another person or organization, reproducing website content without authorization, or otherwise using the website in violation of applicable laws or regulations.
IAM reserves the right to investigate suspected violations of these Terms and may suspend or terminate access to the website or any related services where misuse is identified.
6. Intellectual Property
All content made available through the IAM website, including but not limited to text, articles, publications, graphics, photographs, logos, trademarks, videos, audio recordings, downloadable materials, software, website design, and other intellectual property, is owned by IAM or its licensors and is protected by applicable copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws.
Except as expressly permitted by law or with IAM’s prior written consent, no portion of the website or its contents may be copied, reproduced, distributed, modified, republished, transmitted, displayed, or otherwise used for commercial purposes. Limited use of website content for personal, educational, or non-commercial purposes may be permitted provided that all copyright and proprietary notices remain intact and the content is not altered or misrepresented.
7. Events, Programs, and Certifications
IAM organizes educational programs, conferences, webinars, certification activities, networking events, and other professional development opportunities. While every effort is made to deliver programs as advertised, IAM reserves the right to modify speakers, schedules, locations, content, delivery methods, or program formats whenever circumstances require.
IAM may postpone, reschedule, or cancel any event or program due to operational, financial, safety, or other unforeseen circumstances. Participation in any IAM program or certification does not guarantee employment, academic credit, professional advancement, licensure, or certification by any governmental or regulatory authority.
8. Third-Party Services
The IAM website may contain links to or integrate with third-party websites, payment processors, communication platforms, analytics providers, social media services, or other external resources for the convenience of our users.
These third-party services operate independently of IAM and are governed by their own terms of use and privacy policies. IAM does not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for the content, availability, security, or privacy practices of third-party websites or services. Your interactions with such providers are solely between you and the applicable third party.
9. Disclaimer
The IAM website and all related services, information, publications, educational materials, and resources are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied.
While IAM strives to maintain accurate and up-to-date information, we do not warrant that the website will always be available, uninterrupted, secure, error-free, or free from viruses or other harmful components. IAM also makes no representations regarding the completeness, reliability, or suitability of the information provided for any particular purpose. Users are responsible for independently evaluating any information before relying upon it.
10. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, IAM, its officers, directors, employees, volunteers, affiliates, and representatives shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, exemplary, or punitive damages arising out of or relating to your access to or use of the website, membership services, educational programs, or any other services provided by IAM.
Where liability cannot be excluded under applicable law, IAM’s total liability for any claim arising from these Terms or your use of the website shall not exceed the total amount paid by you to IAM for the applicable membership or service during the twelve (12) months immediately preceding the event giving rise to the claim.
11. Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless IAM, together with its officers, directors, employees, volunteers, affiliates, contractors, and representatives, from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses, including reasonable attorneys’ fees, arising from or relating to your violation of these Terms, misuse of the website, infringement of any intellectual property or other rights, or violation of any applicable law.
12. Governing Law
These Terms & Conditions shall be governed by, construed, and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of California, United States, without regard to its conflict of law principles.
Any legal dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the IAM website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state or federal courts located in California, unless otherwise required by applicable law.
13. Changes to These Terms
IAM reserves the right to revise, amend, or update these Terms & Conditions at any time in order to reflect changes in our services, legal obligations, or organizational practices. Updated versions will be published on this page together with a revised effective date.
Your continued access to or use of the website after revised Terms have been posted constitutes your acceptance of those changes. We encourage users to review these Terms periodically to remain informed of any updates.
14. Contact Information
If you have any questions regarding these Terms & Conditions or require additional information about IAM’s website or membership services, please contact us using the information below.
Address: 3440 Wilshire Blvd., 10th Floor #1000, Los Angeles, California 90010, United States
Email: info@iamgt.us
Phone: +1 (213) 870-0870