Event Code of Conduct & Participant Guidelines

  1. Our Commitment

    eventfirst stands for innovation, inclusion, and respect. We strive to create an environment where all participants, speakers, and staff feel safe, valued, and empowered. By purchasing a ticket or attending this event, you acknowledge and agree to be bound by these standards.

  2. Standards of Conduct

    Our event is built on the foundation of the following principles:

    1. Zero Tolerance for Discrimination: Any form of harassment or discrimination based on gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, or personal background is prohibited.
    2. Respectful Professionalism: We foster an atmosphere of open exchange. Disagreements must be conducted respectfully, without personal attacks, intimidation, or derogatory language.
    3. Safety and Wellbeing: We prioritize the physical and mental health of all participants. This includes ensuring a safe venue and respecting the personal boundaries of others.
    4. Integrity: We expect honest and ethical behavior, including the protection of intellectual property, privacy, and data protection regulations.

  3. Your Responsibilities

    By participating, you commit to:

    1. Inclusive Participation: Actively contributing to a welcoming environment for all.
    2. Compliance: Adhering to all venue-specific safety rules, local laws, and event guidelines.
    3. Reporting: Promptly notifying event staff or security if you witness or experience a violation of this code.

  4. Handling Violations & Organizer Discretion

    eventfirst takes reports of misconduct seriously. However, we are not liable for the independent actions of third-party participants. eventfirst reserves the following rights to ensure the integrity of the event:

    1. Sole Discretion: eventfirst retains the sole and absolute discretion to determine whether a participant's conduct violates these guidelines.
    2. Reporting: Promptly notifying event staff or security if you witness or experience a violation of this code.
    3. Immediate Action: If a violation is determined, we reserve the right to take any action deemed necessary, including formal warnings, immediate expulsion from the venue, or reporting to law enforcement.
    4. Confidentiality & Protection: We will handle reports with discretion and take reasonable steps to maintain the confidentiality of all parties involved, to the extent permitted by law. While we strive to protect those who report misconduct from retaliation, our ability to control the actions of third parties is limited.

  5. Liability Disclaimer

    eventfirst acts as the event organizer and assumes no liability for the conduct, actions, or omissions of participants, attendees, or other third parties. Participation in this event is at the participant's own risk. To the extent permitted by applicable law, eventfirst disclaims all liability for any damages or injuries arising from participation in the event or from the enforcement (or non-enforcement) of these guidelines.

  6. Reporting Mechanisms (Whistleblowing)

    1. In-Person: Approach any member of the event staff (identified by staff badges).
    2. Direct Reporting: Contact our Safety Team at safety@eventfirst.com