Can this agreement be signed electronically?

Yes. Electronic signatures are generally legally enforceable under the ESIGN Act (15 U.S.C. ch. 96) and UETA where adopted. Confirm any state-specific exceptions and ensure the chosen e-signature method captures intent, consent, attribution, and retention.

Do consumer disclosures apply?

If the featuring involves consumer-facing financial or healthcare services, ESIGN consumer-disclosure requirements may apply (15 U.S.C. §7001(c)). Provide the required disclosure, verify access to electronic records, and allow withdrawal of consent procedures where applicable.

Are witness or notary signatures required?

Most commercial featuring agreements do not require witnesses. Notarization is rarely necessary unless state law or a third party requires acknowledgment; verify with local counsel for specific instruments.

What happens if a party uses an incorrect legal name?

A mismatched legal name can cause enforcement or tax-reporting problems. Correct errors before execution or use an amendment to clarify the correct legal entity and ratify prior acts.

How should confidential data be protected?

Include explicit data-handling terms, limit permitted uses, require encryption in transit and at rest, and add breach-notification procedures consistent with industry law such as HIPAA when applicable.

How do I cancel or revoke the agreement?

Follow termination provisions in the agreement. If immediate cessation is needed, review cure periods and injunctive remedies; consult counsel to evaluate breach remedies and potential damages.

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Business Featuring Agreement

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BUSINESS FEATURING AGREEMENT

This Business Featuring Agreement (the "Agreement") is made and entered into as of Effective Date: by and between Presenter: with principal place of business at , and Featured Business: with principal place of business at .

RECITALS

WHEREAS, Presenter operates media, events, and/or digital platforms used to feature third-party businesses and offers promotional placement and presentation services in connection with presenter-managed productions; and

WHEREAS, Featured Business desires to obtain featuring, promotional placement, and related services from Presenter on the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement; and

WHEREAS, the parties intend by this Agreement to set forth the scope of the featuring engagement, payment obligations, intellectual property licenses, confidentiality obligations, and other material terms applicable to the engagement.

SCOPE OF WORK

Presenter shall feature Featured Business as follows. The parties agree that the description below is a complete and binding description of the featuring services to be performed by Presenter.

PAYMENT TERMS

Total Fee Payment Schedule Method of Payment Late Payment

If any undisputed amount is not received when due, interest shall accrue on the overdue amount at the rate specified above and all collection costs and reasonable attorneys' fees incurred by the prevailing party shall be reimbursed by the delinquent party.

TERM AND TERMINATION

Term Start Date: Term End Date:

Notice Period for Termination Without Cause

Either party may terminate this Agreement immediately for material breach by the other party if the breach remains uncured for a period of ten (10) days following written notice specifying the breach. Either party may terminate immediately upon insolvency, bankruptcy filing, or appointment of a receiver for the other party.

CONFIDENTIALITY

Each party (the "Receiving Party") acknowledges that during performance it may receive or observe confidential information of the other party (the "Disclosing Party"). Confidential information includes non-public business information, trade secrets, financial information, marketing plans, customer lists, and any information designated in writing as confidential. The Receiving Party shall: (a) hold the Confidential Information in strict confidence; (b) not disclose it to any third party except to employees and contractors who need access and who are subject to confidentiality obligations at least as protective as those herein; and (c) not use the Confidential Information except to perform its obligations under this Agreement. Confidential obligations shall not apply to information that is or becomes publicly known without breach, is independently developed by the Receiving Party, or is required to be disclosed by law, provided that the Disclosing Party is given prompt notice and opportunity to seek protective relief.

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY; PUBLICITY

Featured Business grants Presenter a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use Featured Business's trademarks, logos, photographs, and promotional materials provided to Presenter solely for the purpose of performing the featuring services and promoting the featured placement. Presenter shall not alter Featured Business's trademarked materials without prior written consent. Any materials developed by Presenter in connection with the featuring services shall be owned by Presenter, subject to the license granted to Featured Business to use such materials for its own marketing unless otherwise agreed in writing.

Neither party shall issue any public announcement or press release concerning the business relationship without the other party's prior written consent, except that Presenter may include Featured Business in routine promotional listings and credits related to the featuring.

INDEMNIFICATION

Each party (the "Indemnitor") shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless the other party and its officers, directors, employees and agents (the "Indemnitees") from and against any third-party claims, liabilities, losses, damages and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of: (a) Indemnitor's breach of this Agreement; (b) Indemnitor's negligence or willful misconduct; or (c) claims that Indemnitor's materials infringe any third-party intellectual property rights. The Indemnitee shall promptly notify the Indemnitor of any claim and permit the Indemnitor to control the defense and settlement thereof; provided that any settlement that imposes an obligation on the Indemnitee requires the Indemnitee's prior written consent, which shall not be unreasonably withheld.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

EXCEPT FOR A PARTY'S GROSS NEGLIGENCE, WILLFUL MISCONDUCT, OR INDEMNIFICATION OBLIGATIONS, IN NO EVENT SHALL EITHER PARTY BE LIABLE TO THE OTHER FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR SPECIAL DAMAGES, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. THE AGGREGATE LIABILITY OF EITHER PARTY ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THIS AGREEMENT SHALL NOT EXCEED THE TOTAL FEES PAID BY FEATURED BUSINESS UNDER THIS AGREEMENT DURING THE SIX (6) MONTHS PRECEDING THE EVENT GIVING RISE TO LIABILITY.

GOVERNING LAW; DISPUTE RESOLUTION

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of without regard to conflict of law principles. Any dispute arising under or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved by binding arbitration held in the county of the applicable governing law venue, with each party bearing its own costs and attorneys' fees, provided that either party may seek injunctive relief in a court of competent jurisdiction to prevent irreparable harm.

ENTIRE AGREEMENT; AMENDMENT

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous agreements, proposals, or representations, whether written or oral. No amendment or modification of this Agreement shall be effective unless in writing and signed by authorized representatives of both parties.

NOTICES

All notices required or permitted under this Agreement shall be in writing and shall be deemed given when delivered personally, sent by certified mail (return receipt requested), or sent by nationally recognized overnight courier, to the addresses below or to such other address as either party may designate by notice in accordance with this section.

Notices to Presenter - Name and Address Notices to Featured Business - Name and Address

MISCELLANEOUS

If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The parties are independent contractors; nothing herein shall be construed to create a partnership, joint venture, employment relationship, or agency. Neither party may assign this Agreement without the prior written consent of the other party, except that Presenter may assign to an affiliate or in connection with a sale of substantially all of its assets.

Presenter - Printed Name:

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Featured Business - Printed Name:

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What a Business Featuring Agreement Is and When It’s Used

A Business Featuring Agreement is a written contract between a business (the featured party) and a promoter, publisher, or partner that grants the promoter rights to showcase, list, or otherwise publicize the business or its goods and services. The agreement typically defines scope of exposure, duration, fees or revenue shares, intellectual property usage, performance metrics, indemnities, and termination rights. It clarifies who controls content, how customer data is handled, and whether exclusivity or geographic limits apply. Parties use this document to set expectations and reduce disputes about how a business will be presented to audiences or customers.

Why You Need a Clear, Written Business Featuring Agreement

A Business Featuring Agreement minimizes ambiguity about rights, payment, content control, data handling, and liability. It creates a predictable relationship that protects both the featured business and the promoter by specifying deliverables, review processes, and remedies for breach. For consumer-facing arrangements, the agreement also supports compliance with applicable disclosure, marketing, and privacy laws.

Who Typically Drafts or Signs This Agreement

Organizations and individuals who commonly use Business Featuring Agreements fall into distinct roles depending on scale and industry.

Small businesses and boutiques seeking paid placement or co-marketing exposure with media partners or marketplaces.
Marketing agencies, publishers, and online platforms arranging featured listings, sponsored content, or promotional spot placements.
Franchisors, property managers, and event organizers who assign booth, directory, or program featuring rights to third parties.

Identifying the correct signers and role responsibilities up front reduces execution delays and legal uncertainty.

Typical Signatories and Their Roles

Business Owner / CEO

A company owner or authorized officer signs on behalf of the featured business. This signer must have corporate authority to bind the entity and approve IP licenses and payment terms.

Platform / Publisher Rep

An authorized representative of the promoter or publisher agrees to placement, content review timelines, payment, and reporting obligations, often including marketing performance commitments.

Essential Data Elements to Include

Parties: Legal names of entities

Effective Date: MM/DD/YYYY

Scope: Description of featured content

Compensation: Fees, revenue share

IP Rights: License terms

Termination: Notice, cure periods

Core Clauses to Put in Every Business Featuring Agreement

A professional featuring agreement balances promotional rights with protections. Include clear, enforceable clauses that cover all performance and legal risks so parties know expectations and remedies.

Scope of Placement

Define specific channels, formats, and examples of featured content and clarify whether placements are exclusive or nonexclusive.

Compensation Structure

Specify flat fees, recurring payments, revenue-share calculations, invoicing schedules, and any caps or milestones tied to payments.

Content Control & Approval

Set review timelines, approval rights, and change request procedures for copy, images, trademarks, and editorial content.

Intellectual Property

Describe licenses granted, ownership of derivative materials, permitted uses, and duration of IP rights after contract end.

Privacy & Data Handling

Require compliance with applicable privacy laws and state whether data sharing occurs; include consumer-facing disclosures when required.

Liability & Indemnity

Allocate responsibility for third-party claims, breaches, and regulatory violations, and set liability caps if appropriate.

Step-by-Step: Completing a Business Featuring Agreement

Follow these steps in order to prepare, approve, and finalize the agreement efficiently and with a clear audit trail.

01

Draft: Assemble scope, compensation, and IP clauses for review
02

Negotiate: Exchange redlines and agree on final terms
03

Approve: Obtain internal signoffs and legal review
04

Execute: Sign, date, and distribute executed copies

How to Set Up a Digital Signature Workflow

Configure e-signature fields and routing so signers receive documents in the correct order with required authentication.

Field	Configuration
Signature	Required, date-stamped
Initials	Place at key clause changes
Attachments	Allow supporting exhibits upload
Routing	Sequential signer order

Where to Send or File the Executed Agreement

Decide official recipients and storage locations before execution to ensure legal notices and accounting records are complete.

Business Records: Store executed originals with corporate records
Accounting: Send payment terms to finance for invoicing
Marketing: Provide approved assets and metadata for campaigns
Legal: Retain a signed copy for dispute readiness

Digital Signing and Distribution Requirements

Choose a signing platform that supports audit trails, the required authentication level, and secure storage compliant with applicable laws.

File Formats: PDF | DOCX supported
Integrations: Salesforce | NetSuite | Google Workspace
Security: TLS 1.2/1.3; AES-256

Ensure the selected solution can produce reproducible records and meet any industry-specific compliance requirements before final execution.

Typical Timing and Deadlines to Track

Track execution, delivery, payment schedules, and renewal/termination notice windows to avoid breaches and financial penalties.

Effective Date:

Starts performance and retention timelines

Payment Due:

Specify exact due dates or net terms

Notice to Cure:

Commonly 10–30 days for breaches

Renewal Window:

30–90 days prior notice typical

Termination Notice:

Follow contract-specified timelines

Key Contract Milestones from Draft to Close

Follow this milestone sequence to keep the featuring agreement on schedule and ensure deliverables are met.

01

Draft Prepared

Initial contract draft completed by drafting party

02

Internal Review

Legal and finance sign off on key terms

03

Mutual Negotiation

Exchange redlines and reach final terms

04

Execution & Distribution

Signatures collected and copies distributed

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Vague scope language that leaves deliverables open to interpretation and litigation risk.
Failing to specify payment calculation and reporting periods, causing disputes over revenue shares.
Not addressing intellectual property ownership for derivative marketing materials created during the featuring.
Omitting data handling and privacy obligations when customer information is exchanged or processed.

Risks and Consequences of an Incorrect Agreement

Breach Liability: Damages, injunctions

Payment Disputes: Withheld fees or litigation

IP Claims: Unauthorized use exposure

Regulatory Fines: Advertising or privacy penalties

Operational Delays: Campaign hold-ups

Reputational Harm: Public disputes or negative press

Real-World Examples of Featuring Agreements in Use

These condensed examples show common structures and outcomes when businesses are featured by publishers or platforms.

Publishing Partnership

A regional magazine agrees to feature a local restaurant in a 'best of' roundup

Publisher pays a flat fee and provides two social posts
The agreement required menu approval, a release for photos, and a 30-day run window with defined removal rights.

Marketplace Highlight

An online marketplace offers featured placement for independent vendors

Vendor pays a monthly subscription plus a 5% revenue share on featured sales
Contract included analytics reporting, termination on 30 days notice, and IP license for product images.

Files to Produce, Save, and Distribute After Execution

Ensure consistent export formats and distribution so accounting, legal, and operations have authorized copies and an audit trail.

Executed Agreement

Save as a PDF/A with signatures and a certificates-of-completion page for long-term archival and reproducibility.

Invoice and Payment Records

Retain copies of invoices, payment confirmations, and settlement reports with matching contract reference IDs.

Content Approvals

Store approved creative, copy, and metadata as exhibits to the agreement to resolve scope or quality disputes.

Audit Trail

Keep an audit log showing signing events, timestamps, IP addresses, and any authentication steps used.

Common eSignature Pricing and Feature Comparison

Compare baseline pricing and core features for commonly used electronic signature providers. signNow is listed first for parity in comparison.

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Starting Price	$8/user/mo	$15/user/mo	$14/user/mo	$19/user/mo	$15/user/mo
Free Trial	7-day free trial	No	No	Yes, limited	Yes, limited
Bulk Send	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	No
Audit Trail	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Envelope Cap	No cap	100 envelopes/user/year	Varies by plan	Varies by plan	Varies by plan

Practical Tips for Accurate and Efficient Completion

Adopt these practices to reduce execution time, avoid disputes, and maintain regulatory compliance.

Standardize Templates

Use a consistent template for recurring featuring arrangements to shorten negotiation and reduce drafting errors.

Clear Deliverables

Quantify placements, dates, and performance metrics so both parties share measurable expectations.

Document Versions

Track version history and ensure signers execute the final approved version to prevent ambiguity.

Retention and Access

Store executed agreements with indexed metadata to enable rapid retrieval for audits or billing disputes.

Frequently Asked Questions About Business Featuring Agreements

Answers to common questions about execution, enforceability, data handling, and what to do after a breach are provided below.

Need help? Contact support

Can this agreement be signed electronically?
Yes. Electronic signatures are generally legally enforceable under the ESIGN Act (15 U.S.C. ch. 96) and UETA where adopted. Confirm any state-specific exceptions and ensure the chosen e-signature method captures intent, consent, attribution, and retention.
Do consumer disclosures apply?
If the featuring involves consumer-facing financial or healthcare services, ESIGN consumer-disclosure requirements may apply (15 U.S.C. §7001(c)). Provide the required disclosure, verify access to electronic records, and allow withdrawal of consent procedures where applicable.
Are witness or notary signatures required?
Most commercial featuring agreements do not require witnesses. Notarization is rarely necessary unless state law or a third party requires acknowledgment; verify with local counsel for specific instruments.
What happens if a party uses an incorrect legal name?
A mismatched legal name can cause enforcement or tax-reporting problems. Correct errors before execution or use an amendment to clarify the correct legal entity and ratify prior acts.
How should confidential data be protected?
Include explicit data-handling terms, limit permitted uses, require encryption in transit and at rest, and add breach-notification procedures consistent with industry law such as HIPAA when applicable.
How do I cancel or revoke the agreement?
Follow termination provisions in the agreement. If immediate cessation is needed, review cure periods and injunctive remedies; consult counsel to evaluate breach remedies and potential damages.

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