Event Tradition Certificate

EVENT TRADITION CERTIFICATE

Certificate No.:     Date of Issue:

Parties

Whereas

WHEREAS, Organizer conducts the event known as Event Name: scheduled for Event Date: at Location: ;

WHEREAS, Tradition Holder has custodial or historical knowledge, materials, rituals, or practices (collectively, "Tradition") integral to the identity and continuity of the Event; and

WHEREAS, the parties desire to document, preserve, and formalize the ongoing observance and stewardship of the Tradition through a binding certificate and agreement establishing responsibilities, compensation, confidentiality, and governing terms.

Scope of Work

The Tradition Holder shall perform the duties and deliverables necessary to preserve and present the Tradition in connection with the Event, including but not limited to provenance documentation, on-site performance or instruction, transfer of ceremonial items (if applicable), rehearsal, and advisory services as set forth below.

Payment Terms

In consideration for performance of the Scope of Work, Organizer shall pay Tradition Holder the fees described below. All fees payable under this Certificate are exclusive of applicable taxes unless otherwise stated.

Term and Termination

This Certificate shall commence on the Effective Date and remain in effect for the period specified below, unless earlier terminated in accordance with this section.

Effective (start) Date:     Termination (end) Date:

Either party may terminate for cause upon written notice if the other party materially breaches this Certificate and fails to cure within the notice period set forth above. Organizer may terminate without cause upon provision of the notice period, subject to Organizer's obligation to pay for services performed and non-recoverable costs incurred through the effective date of termination.

Confidentiality

The parties acknowledge that in connection with performance under this Certificate they may each receive or access Confidential Information. "Confidential Information" includes nonpublic records, oral or written information regarding ceremonial practices, provenance records, source materials, private instruction methods, and any information designated as confidential.

Each party agrees (i) to hold Confidential Information in strict confidence, (ii) not to disclose it to third parties except to those employees or professional advisers with a need to know and who are bound to similar confidentiality obligations, and (iii) to use Confidential Information solely for performance under this Certificate. This obligation survives termination for a period of three (3) years unless otherwise required by law.

Acknowledgement of confidentiality obligations: I acknowledge and agree to maintain confidentiality as set forth above.

Governing Law

This Certificate shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of without regard to choice-of-law principles. Venue for any action arising under this Certificate shall lie exclusively in the courts of the same state.

Entire Agreement

This Certificate, including any attachments and the Scope of Work, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties regarding the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior agreements, understandings, negotiations and discussions, whether oral or written. Any amendment or modification must be made in writing and signed by both parties.

Certification of Tradition

By entering into this Certificate, Organizer formally recognizes the Tradition described herein and confirms that Organizer will honor the provenance, ceremonial integrity, and stewardship responsibilities assigned to Tradition Holder as set forth in this Certificate.

The parties certify under penalty of perjury that the information provided in this Certificate is true and correct to the best of their knowledge, and that each party has the authority to execute this Certificate.

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