Terms &
Conditions

Effective Date: September 17, 2025
Last Updated: September 17, 2025

1. Agreement to Terms
By accessing or using the services of Nowlings, Inc. ("we," "us," "our," or "Nowlings"), including our website at www.nowlings.co, coaching services, workshops, community circles, and any other offerings, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not access our services.

2. Organization Information
Nowlings, Inc. is a nonprofit organization with 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status pending with the IRS. We provide leadership development services for educators, including coaching, workshops, and learning communities. Our EIN is 39-4175696.

3. Use of Services
Eligibility

• You must be at least 18 years old to use our services

• If registering on behalf of an organization, you must have authority to bind that organization

Acceptable Use
You agree to use our services only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:

• Violate any applicable laws or regulations

• Infringe upon the rights of others

• Disrupt or interfere with our services or servers

• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of our services

• Harass, abuse, or harm other participants

Professional Development Context
Our services provide professional development and are not a substitute for:

• Mental health treatment or therapy

• Legal advice

• Medical advice

• Crisis intervention

If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline or your local emergency services.

4. Intellectual Property Rights
Our Content
All content provided through our services, including but not limited to:

• Workshop materials

• Coaching frameworks

• Assessment tools

• Articles and blog posts

• Videos and recordings

• The Leadership Circle Profile™ and related materials

...is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or republish any content without our written permission, except for your personal, non-commercial use.
Your Content
By sharing ideas, feedback, or materials during our services, you:

• Retain ownership of your original content

• Grant us a license to use your feedback to improve our services

• Agree that insights shared in group settings may be discussed by other participants

Educational Fair Use
We support educators' fair use of materials for classroom purposes. Please contact us for permission to adapt materials for educational use.

5. Coaching Services
Nature of Coaching

• Coaching is a professional development service focused on leadership growth

• Coaches do not provide therapy, counseling, or medical advice

• The coaching relationship is a partnership; results depend on your engagement

Coach-Client Relationship

• Confidentiality provisions are outlined in separate coaching agreements

• You are responsible for your decisions and actions

• Coaches may terminate relationships that become inappropriate or unproductive

Group Coaching & Circles

• Participants must respect confidentiality of all group members

• What is shared in the circle stays in the circle

• We reserve the right to remove disruptive participants

6. Workshops & Events
Registration

• Registration is confirmed upon payment

• Spaces are limited and offered first-come, first-served

• We reserve the right to cancel or reschedule with notice

Participation

• Active participation is encouraged but not required

• Recordings may be made for those unable to attend (with notice)

• Disruptive behavior may result in removal without refund

Materials

• Workshop materials are for participant use only

• Sharing login credentials for virtual events is prohibited

• Materials may not be reproduced for commercial purposes

7. Payment Terms

Fees

• All fees are listed in USD

• Payment is due upon registration unless otherwise arranged

• Sliding scale options available based on need

Donation Acknowledgments
Important: As our 501(c)(3) status is pending, donations may not be tax-deductible. We will notify you when our status is determined. Consult your tax advisor regarding deductibility.
Refunds
Please refer to our separate Refund Policy for detailed information.

8. Privacy and Confidentiality
Your Privacy
Your use of our services is subject to our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms.
Confidentiality in Services

• Individual coaching sessions are confidential with exceptions for:

  • Imminent harm to self or others

  • Suspected child or elder abuse

  • Legal requirements

• Group settings have shared confidentiality expectations

• We cannot guarantee other participants will maintain confidentiality

Testimonials
We may request permission to use your success stories or testimonials. You are never obligated to provide these, and we will always seek written consent before use.

9. Limitation of Liability
Disclaimer of Warranties
Our services are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not guarantee specific outcomes from our services.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Nowlings, Inc. shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages resulting from your use or inability to use our services.
Professional Development
Our services support professional growth but do not guarantee:

• Job placement or promotion

• Specific performance improvements

• Resolution of workplace conflicts

• Any particular outcome

10. Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Nowlings, Inc., its officers, directors, employees, and volunteers from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:

• Your use of our services

• Your violation of these Terms

• Your violation of any rights of another

11. Dispute Resolution
Informal Resolution
We prefer to resolve disputes informally. Please contact us directly with concerns before pursuing formal action.
Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Texas, without regard to conflict of law provisions.
Venue
Any legal action must be brought in the courts of Tarrant County, Texas.

12. Account Terms
Account Responsibility

• You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account

• You are responsible for all activities under your account

• You must notify us immediately of unauthorized use

Termination

• Either party may terminate the service relationship at any time

• We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms

• Upon termination, your right to use our services ceases immediately

13. Communication
Electronic Communications
By using our services, you consent to receive electronic communications from us. These may include:

• Service updates

• Newsletters (with opt-out option)

• Workshop reminders

• Important notices

How We Communicate

• Primary communication via email

• Occasional text messages (with your consent)

• Updates through our website

14. Special Terms for Educators
Continuing Education
While we provide high-quality professional development, participants are responsible for verifying whether our programs qualify for continuing education credits in their jurisdiction.
School District Partnerships
Special terms may apply to services contracted by school districts. These will be outlined in separate agreements.
Mandated Reporting
Our coaches and facilitators may be mandated reporters. We will comply with all legal requirements regarding suspected abuse or neglect.

15. Accessibility
We are committed to making our services accessible to all educators. Please review our Accessibility Statement for details. Contact us to request reasonable accommodations.

16. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to our website. Your continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.
Notification of Changes

• Material changes will be announced via email

• Check the "Last Updated" date to see recent changes

• We encourage regular review of these Terms

17. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

18. Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, Refund Policy, and any signed service agreements, constitute the entire agreement between you and Nowlings, Inc.

19. Waiver
Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not be considered a waiver of those rights.

20. Force Majeure
We shall not be liable for any delay or failure to perform due to causes beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, pandemic, natural disasters, or internet outages.

21. Pro Bono and Sliding Scale Services
We offer reduced-fee and pro bono services based on need. These services:

• Are subject to the same Terms and quality standards

• May have modified cancellation policies

• Are offered at our discretion based on availability

22. Grant-Funded Programs

Some services may be funded through grants. Participants in grant-funded programs may need to:

• Provide additional demographic information

• Participate in program evaluation

• Agree to follow-up communications

23. Contact Information
For questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us:
Nowlings, Inc.
Fort Worth, TX
Email: leeann@nowlings.co
Website: www.nowlings.co
 

By using our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.