Employee Speaking Contract

EMPLOYEE SPEAKING CONTRACT

This Employee Speaking Contract (the "Agreement") is entered into by and between Employer Name: and Employee Name: effective as of Effective Date:

Personal Information

Position Information

Engagement Details

Event Name:   Location:

Event Date:   Start Time:   End Time:

Compensation & Payment

Speaking Fee: $ payable within days after invoice or event, less applicable withholdings.

Expenses & Travel

Reasonable, pre-approved travel and lodging expenses will be reimbursed in accordance with Employer policy up to a maximum of $. Receipts must be submitted within days of travel.

Recording, Intellectual Property & Use of Materials

Employee acknowledges that any recording, transcript, materials, slides, or derivative works prepared by Employee in connection with the Engagement are Work Product. Employee hereby assigns and agrees to assign to Employer all right, title and interest in such Work Product, and grants Employer a perpetual, worldwide, transferable, royalty-free license to reproduce, distribute, display, and create derivative works thereof.

Employee consents to audio and video recording of the presentation: .

Confidentiality & Publicity

Employee will not disclose Confidential Information (as defined below) acquired during the Engagement and will comply with Employer's confidentiality policies. Confidential Information includes non-public business information, trade secrets, client data, and other proprietary information disclosed in connection with the Engagement.

Employee grants Employer the right to use Employee's name, biographical information and likeness in connection with promotion and distribution of materials related to the Engagement: .

Cancellation & Termination

Either party may cancel the Engagement upon written notice. If Employer cancels without at least days' notice, Employer shall pay Employee a cancellation fee equal to $ unless otherwise agreed in writing.

Representations, Warranties & Compliance

Employee represents and warrants that (i) Employee has the right to enter into this Agreement, (ii) the presentation will not infringe the rights of any third party, and (iii) Employee will comply with applicable laws and Employer policies while performing the Engagement.

Indemnification & Insurance

Employee shall indemnify and hold harmless Employer from any third-party claims arising from Employee's willful misconduct or material breach of this Agreement. Employer shall indemnify Employee for claims arising from Employer's gross negligence. Each party shall maintain insurance appropriate to its obligations.

Employment Policies; At-Will & Equal Opportunity

This Agreement does not alter the at-will nature of Employee's employment unless explicitly stated in a separate written agreement signed by authorized representatives of Employer and Employee. Employer is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination in employment and contracting.

Authorization to Contact & Background Check

Employee authorizes Employer to contact prior employers, references, and conduct background checks as necessary to verify information relevant to the Engagement and Employee's suitability: .

Employment History (Provide at least 2 prior employers)

From:   To:

From:   To:

Education

References (3 professional)

Employee Certification & Acknowledgement

I certify that all information provided in this Agreement and accompanying materials is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that false statements may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.

I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and will comply with the terms of this Agreement and applicable Employer policies: .

Miscellaneous

Entire Agreement: This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties regarding the subject matter herein and supersedes all prior agreements. Any amendment must be in writing and signed by authorized representatives of both parties.

Governing Law: This Agreement will be governed by the laws of the state or jurisdiction where Employer's principal place of business is located, without regard to conflicts of law principles.

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