VANTACORE EXPERT NETWORK- TERMS OF SERVICE
Effective Date: 03-20-2025 - (Last updated on 08-15-2025)
These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the Vantacore Expert Network platform, website, and related services (collectively, the “Platform”). By registering, participating in a consultation, submitting screening responses, or otherwise engaging with Vantacore, you agree to these Terms.
If you do not agree, you must not use the Platform.
1. WHAT VANTACORE NETWORK DOES
Vantacore operates a professional research marketplace that connects businesses, investment firms, consulting firms, and other organizations (“Clients”) with independent professionals (“Experts”) for interviews, surveys, and advisory engagements.
Vantacore:
Introduces Experts and Clients
Facilitates scheduling and payment processing
Conducts screening and compliance checks
Provides administrative coordination
Vantacore does not:
Employ Experts
Direct or supervise consultations
Control or verify the accuracy of opinions shared
Enter into the substantive consulting relationship between Client and Expert
All consulting services are provided directly between Client and Expert.
2. USER ELIGIBILITY
By using the Platform, you confirm that:
You are at least 18 years old
You have authority to bind yourself or your organization
Your participation does not breach employment agreements or legal duties
You will comply with applicable laws and ethical obligations
3. EXPERT OBLIGATIONS
Experts agree that they will:
Share only personal insights based on publicly available or personal experience
Not disclose confidential employer information
Not share material non-public information (MNPI)
Not provide legal, tax, medical, or investment advice
Immediately decline or stop participation if a discussion becomes inappropriate
Experts are solely responsible for determining whether they are permitted to participate in any engagement
4. CLIENT OBLIGATIONS
Clients agree that they will:
Not request confidential or proprietary information
Not solicit material non-public information
Not attempt to influence Experts to breach employment duties
Use information received at their own discretion and risk
Clients are responsible for evaluating the reliability and usefulness of any insights obtained.
5. NON-CIRCUMVENTION
If Vantacore introduces a Client and an Expert, both parties agree that for a period of three (3) years from the introduction:
Any paid engagement between them must be processed through Vantacore
They will not enter into direct arrangements to avoid platform fees
If this provision is violated, Vantacore may invoice:
The greater of $8,000 USD or
The applicable platform fees plus a 25% surcharge
6. PAYMENTS AND FEES
For Clients:
Fees may include Expert honorarium plus Vantacore service fees
Payment terms are specified per project
Late payments may incur monthly interest
For Experts:
Experts set or agree to compensation per engagement
Payment is typically processed after Client payment is received
Tax compliance documentation may be required
Vantacore may temporarily withhold payment if fraud, dispute, or compliance review is pending.
7. RECORDINGS
Clients may record consultations for internal research and compliance purposes.
Recordings:
Must remain confidential
May not be publicly distributed without written consent
May not be used in marketing without permission
8. USE OF AUTOMATION OR AI TOOLS
Unless explicitly authorized:
Experts may not use AI tools, automated systems, or external assistance during live consultations.
Violation may result in:
Non-payment
Suspension or removal from the Platform
9. DATA PRIVACY
Vantacore collects and processes personal data necessary to operate the Platform, including:
Contact details
Professional background
Payment information
Compliance screening data
We do not sell personal data to advertisers.
Information may be disclosed when legally required.
10. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
Unless otherwise agreed in writing:
Clients retain ownership of research materials they create
Experts retain ownership of their general know-how
No transfer of proprietary rights occurs unless separately contracted
11. DISCLAIMERS
The Platform is provided “as available” and without warranties.
Vantacore does not guarantee:
Accuracy of Expert insights
Business outcomes
Project success
Continuous platform availability
Clients assume full responsibility for reliance on information received.
12. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
To the maximum extent permitted by law:
Vantacore’s total liability shall not exceed the lesser of:
$500 USD
Total service fees paid to Vantacore in the six (6) months preceding the claim
Vantacore is not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.
13. TERMINATION
Vantacore may suspend or terminate access at any time for:
Violation of these Terms
Fraud or misrepresentation
Legal or compliance concerns
Termination does not affect outstanding payment obligations.
14. INDEMNIFICATION
Users agree to indemnify Vantacore against claims arising from:
Misuse of confidential information
Breach of these Terms
Violation of law
Misrepresentation of credentials
15. GOVERNING LAW AND DISPUTES
These Terms are governed by the laws of US and Europe entities. Vantacore complies with U.S and international data privacy laws including the European Union General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
Disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration on an individual basis.
Users waive the right to participate in class actions.
16. MODIFICATIONS
Vantacore may update these Terms from time to time. Continued use of the Platform after updates constitutes acceptance.
17. CONTACT
Vantacore Expert Network
Email: support@vantacorenetwork.com
Website: www.vantacorenetwork.com