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INDEPENDENT DISTRIBUTOR & TERMS AND CONDITIONS

 

I am of legal age in the state of my residency. I agree that I am an independent contractor responsible for determining my own business activities and not an agent or employee of the D.E.C., LLC. I am responsible for the payment of all federal and state self-employment taxes and any other tax including sales tax that may be required under federal, state or regulating taxing agency. I understand that this position does not constitute the sale of a franchise or of a distributorship and that an enrollment fee of $29.95 is required for me to participate as an Independent Distributor of the COMPANY when becoming a Retail outlet.   I further acknowledge and understand that the purchase of product is optional and is not required of me in order to participate as an ID of the COMPANY. 

 

I agree that as a D.E.C., LLC (hereafter referred to as COMPANY) Independent Distributor (hereafter referred to as ID), I shall place primary emphasis upon the promotion and support for the stated goals of the COMPANY and the solicitation of non-ID individuals, businesses and organizations as customers. ID agrees to distribute over 50% of his/her personal purchases (over and above personal usage) to customers who are not IDs and to submit proof of such sales upon request by COMPANY. IDs residing in the states of Maine, North Dakota, Michigan, Indiana, Iowa and West Virginia are limited to $495 in initial purchases from the COMPANY during the first six months of ID status. Permissible ID purchases shall be automatically modified to comply with the exemption requirements set forth in any state's laws regulating business opportunities, should such apply. In presenting COMPANY's stated vision and mission I agree that such presentations shall be strictly according to the following format and that I will be terminated as an ID if I fail to do so.

 

A.            In each presentation given by the ID the prospect shall be directly informed that an enrollment fee of $29.95 will be charged by the COMPANY to become an ID of the COMPANY  and that its explicit purpose is to emulate the foundational principles of the COMPANY. 

B.            I have carefully read, understood and agree to comply with the COMPANY's Terms and Conditions and Policies and Procedures.  I further agree and understand that the COMPANY's Policies and Procedures are a binding part of this agreement.  I understand that I must be in good standing, and not in violation of any of the terms of this agreement in order to be eligible to receive any bonuses or commissions for the COMPANY.  The continuation of my COMPANY Independent Distributorship or my acceptance of bonuses or commissions shall constitute my acceptance of the Terms & Conditions, the Policies and Procedures and any and all amendments pertaining to both.

C.            In order to maintain a viable Marketing Program and to comply with the changes to federal, state and local laws in economic conditions, the COMPANY may provide additional Terms and Conditions for IDs from time to time, as well as to modify its ID Compensation Program and Policies and Procedures. Such additional Terms and Conditions, Policies and Procedures and Referral Award Plan modifications, and all changes thereto, shall become a binding part of this Agreement upon publication on the official COMPANY website or other official COMPANY publications.

D.             I understand that no Attorney General or other regulatory authority ever registers or reviews, endorses or approves any product, compensation program or COMPANY, and I will make no such claim to others.

                E.             I understand that none of the COMPANY's products have been approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the COMPANY has not made any claims that any of our products prevent, mitigate or treat or prevent any medical condition nor will they offer any therapeutic value.   In addition, none of the COMPANY's products have been approved by the FDA for cessation (quit smoking) purposes. I agree to make no claims or promises whatsoever verbally, in written form or through any sort of advertising that any of the COMPANY's products can be used for cessation purposes or can be used to prevent, mitigate or treat, or prevent any medical condition n or shall they be used for any therapeutic purpose of value.  I further agree that I will not market or sell the COMPANY's products to anyone under the legal age of smoking as defined by their state of legal residence.

                F.              I understand that my position can be inherited or bequeathed, but cannot be transferred or assigned during my lifetime without written consent of the COMPANY, which consent will not be unreasonably withheld.  The COMPANY will charge a $1000.00 transfer fee. 

G.            This Agreement shall be in effect upon its receipt and acceptance by COMPANY at its Scottsdale, Arizona offices either in written form, by mail or email or through the COMPANY's website by clicking and agreeing to the Terms & Conditions tab.

H.            I am responsible for supervising and supporting the IDs I refer or enroll into the program and in my commissionable down-line. I agree to maintain monthly communication and support to these IDs in my commissionable down-line by the way of any of the following or combination thereof: Personal contact, telephone communication, written communication and attendance at ID meetings.

I.              As an ID of the COMPANY, I will be provided a personalized, replicated website and a welcome kit that includes basic tools to help in my capacity as an ID.  COMPANY provides the following fulfillment to its IDs: Optional promotional materials fulfilled and shipped within sixty days of receipt of order and clearance of funds, subject to availability of items ordered. Payment terms on ID promotional material purchases and optional wholesale purchases are as follows: personal check, e-check, money order or major credit card with order. Commissions are payable to IDs according to the Compensation Plan which is incorporated herein by reference. COMPANY will provide one year of optional, web-based, back office administration to all IDs for the first twelve months of their ID status.  I agree to pay an annual renewal fee of $29.95 to continue my status as an ID in good standing with the COMPANY.  This fee will cover my renewal fee and also pay for my replicated website for the next 12 month period. 

K.            I will not make false, misleading or disparaging statements about the COMPANY ID positions or the COMPANY mission and vision. Display of commission checks, the making of income projections and use of income testimonials to prospective IDs is strictly prohibited. I will conduct myself as an ID in a courteous, fair and ethical manner.

L.             Change of original enroller is not permitted.  ID and customer lists and names are owned by the COMPANY and may never be used for any commercial or business purpose without prior written consent of the COMPANY.

M            I understand that promotional products purchased from the COMPANY could be manufactured and shipped from various locations worldwide and I accept shipping delays beyond the control of the COMPANY. COMPANY will make its best effort to have all paid-in-full orders shipped within sixty days from the date of order and payment.

N.                  I understand that any return of product in my down-line or customer base may result in a charge

         back against  commissions or bonuses paid to me by the COMPANY.

O.           I authorize the COMPANY to use my name, photograph, personal story and/or likeness in advertising or promotional materials and waive all claims for remuneration for such use.

P.            I agree that I will be solely responsible for paying expenses incurred by myself, including but not limited to travel, food, lodging, secretarial office, long distance telephone and other expenses.

Q.           I give permission to the company to contact me by email for reasons including, but not limited to Company announcements, bonus programs and promotions, changes in policy, etc.

R.            I understand that the company may charge me a check fee of $3.00 for any payment made to me by company check.  I further understand that the company implements a minimum check amount of at least $20.00 before a payment will be made to me.

S.            I understand that if I fail to comply with the terms of this agreement or Policies and Procedures of the COMPANY or any part of this agreement, the COMPANY, at its discretion, may terminate my Independent Distributorship or impose upon me other disciplinary action, including but not limited to, forfeiture of bonuses and commission, loss of all or part of my down-line marketing organization or customer base list.  If I am in breach, default or violation of the agreement at termination, I shall not be entitled to receive any further bonuses or commissions, whether or not the sales of such bonuses or commissions have been completed.  If this agreement is terminated for any reason, I will forever lose my rights as an ID, including rights to my down-line marketing organization and customer base list, and rights to compensation pursuant to the COMPANY's Marketing and Compensation Plan.

T.          This Agreement is governed under the Laws of the State of Arizona. The Parties agree that any claim, dispute or other difference between them shall be exclusively resolved by binding arbitration pursuant to the Commercial Rules of the American Arbitration Association with arbitration to be held in Phoenix, Arizona with the IDs arbitrate at Arizona.

U.           The term of this agreement is one year (subject to prior cancellation as provided in the Policies and Procedures).  If I fail to annually renew my D.E.C. Independent Distributorship, or if it is cancelled or terminated for any reason, I understand that I will permanently lose all rights as an ID.  I shall not be eligible to sell the COMPANY's products and/or services, nor shall I be eligible to receive royalties, bonuses or other income resulting for the activities of my former down-line sales organization or customer base list.   In the event of cancellation, termination or non-renewal, I waive all rights I have, including but not limited to property rights, to my former down-line organization or customer base list  and customer base list and to any bonuses, commissions or other remuneration derived through the sales and other activities of my former down-line organization and customer base list.   The COMPANY reserves the right to terminate all Distributor Agreements upon 30 days notice if the COMPANY elects to: (1) cease business operations; (2) dissolve as a business entity; or (3) terminate distribution of its products and/or services via direct selling channels.  IDs MAY CANCEL THIS AGREEMENT AT ANY TIME, AND FOR ANY REASON, UPON WRITTEN NOTICE TO THE COMPANY.

               Cancellation notice as it pertains to a refund of my enrollment fee, product purchases and marketing materials purchases: I understand that I may cancel my enrollment fee transaction, without penalty or obligation, for a full refund, within ten (10) business days from the date of this Agreement, exclusive of the date of signing or if processed electronically the date this Agreement is submitted to D.E.C. for processing.  I understand that if I cancel after the ten (10) day period, I am not entitled to a full refund. This limitation is not applicable in Georgia or if superseded by any state law.  If I cancel within the ten (10) business days from the date of this Agreement, any payments made by me under this Agreement and any instrument executed by me will be returned within ten (10) business days following receipt by D.E.C of my Cancellation Notice. To cancel this Agreement, I must mail, via registered or certified mail, return receipt requested, or deliver personally toD.E.C a signed, dated copy of a Notice of Cancellation, or send a telegram to: D.E.C., LLC, P.O. Box 26381., Scottsdale, AZ 85255. 

        I understand that, due to the nature of the D.E.C. Compensation Plan, all purchases of product Biz Packs or larger are subject to a 25% cancellation fee.  In addition, I understand that as an ID, there are inherent risks in conducting business and will not hold the Company liable for actions that may occur outside of the control of the Company.  I understand that if any such actions occur, none of the D.E.C. product in my possession, whether gained through purchase or otherwise, will be eligible for refund or return.  These actions include, but are not limited to, governmental intervention (foreign or domestic), acts of nature, acts of war, acts of conflict or trade dispute.  Furthermore, I understand that, under the actions listed above, no D.E.C. marketing or promotional products in my possession will be eligible for return or refund.

 

In order to maintain a viable marketing program COMPANY reserves the right to enforce a stop-loss mechanism that prohibits commission payouts from exceeding eighty percent (80%) of the Binary allocated revenues received within a weekly commission period. Non-internet accessible literature and sales aids and promotional products are subject to return and 90% refund within 30 days of purchase. (1 year in New Mexico, and Montana; purchases within 1 year prior to termination of ID status in Wyoming; no time limitation in Massachusetts as to Wholesale Purchase made for commission qualification.)

 

I understand that failure to comply with the above Terms and Conditions and the Company's Policies and Procedures may result in the termination of my ID status. I further understand that during any investigation by the COMPANY with respect to my breach of this Agreement and/or the COMPANY Policies and Procedures, the COMPANY may suspend my ID status and any payments due to me may be escrowed until final resolution has been achieved. I acknowledge that in the event of my violation of this Agreement and/or the COMPANY's Policies and Procedures, my ID rights may be terminated without further commission or payments of any kind.

 

I agree to indemnify and hold COMPANY, its directors, officers or employees harmless from any and all claims, damages or expenses (including attorney fees) that may arise out of my actions or conduct in violation of this agreement.

 

I acknowledge the COMPANY'S Compensation Program is based on current products and is subject to change without notice.

 

 

© D.E.C. GLOBAL INVESTMENTS, LLC. All rights reserved.

 

 

 

Policies and Procedures

 

Policies and Procedures, The Compensation Plan, and the Terms and Conditions are Incorporated into Distributor Agreement:

 

These Policies and Procedures as presented here and as amended from time to time at the sole discretion of D.E.C., LLC (hereafter "D.E.C." or the "Company"), are incorporated into, and form an integral part of, the D.E.C. Distributor Agreement, Compensation Plan and Terms and Conditions.  Throughout these Policies and Procedures, when the term "Agreement" is used, it collectively refers to the D.E.C. Distributor Application, theD.E.C. Policies and Procedures, The D.E.C. Compensation Plan and the D.E.C. Terms and Conditions.

 

It is the responsibility of each Independent Distributor to read, understand, adhere to, and ensure that he or she is aware of and operating under the most current version of these Policies and Procedures.  When enrolling a new Independent Distributor, it is the responsibility of the enrolling Independent Distributor to provide the most current version of these Policies and Procedures, the D.E.C. Terms and Conditions and theD.E.C. Marketing and Compensation Plan to the applicant prior to his or her execution of the Distributor Agreement.  D.E.C., LLC reserves the right to change these Policies and Procedures, Terms and Conditions, Compensation Plan and Marketing Policy at any time.

 

 

 

A. Ethics

THE COMPANY conducts business in an ethical and credible manner and requires its Independent Distributors to deal ethically with their customers, with each other and with the Company. THE COMPANY permits no unethical or illegal activity and will intercede when such behavior may exist, and THE COMPANY reserves the right to use its best judgment in deciding whether certain Independent Distributors activities are unethical. Furthermore, THE COMPANY may use its own discretion in determining the appropriate course of action. If THE COMPANY determines that unethical activities may exist, then it reserves the right to suspend or terminate Independent Distributors status, including but not limited to all commissions and payments of any kind. Under no circumstances would an Independent Distributors who is terminated for unethical or illegal activity be entitled to a refund of their renewal fee, nor are they entitled to sell or transfer their position.

Examples of unethical behavior include but are not limited to the following:

A.      Making false or misleading statements regarding the Company's products, service or compensation plan

B.      Making any medical claims about the Company's products

C.      Making the claim the Company's products can be used as a smoking cessation device

D.      Making any claim regarding the Company's products that are not found on the Company's websites or official marketing material

E.      Making unapproved income claims or revealing the amount of income you are or have received through the Company or other network marketing opportunities that you may or may not have been involved in currently or previously.

F.      Re-labeling, altering in any way  or repackaging any of the Company's Products.  The Company's products are to be sold in their original packaging only.

G.     Directly or indirectly disclosing any information in your back office to a third party other than an official Company authorized employee for the purpose of assisting you with a specific issue that is related to your D.E.C. Independent Distributorship

H.      Use any of the information in your back office or activity report in a manner to influence another D.E.C. Independent Distributor to alter their relationship with the Company in any way.

I.         Use the information in your back office or activity report to compete with the Company in any way

J.       Providing, selling or revealing any customer lists and/or their contact information that appears in your activity report or downline report to a third party. This includes the customer lists and/or their contact information that belongs to the Company or appears in any other Independent Distributor's activity report or downline report.

K.      Directly or indirectly disclosing the password or other access code to your back office or activity report

L.      Use of another persons credit card without express written permission

M.     Forging any signature on any document.

N.      Depositing any check made out to the Company in their personal accounts instead of immediately forwarding it to the Company

O.     Any unauthorized use of the Company's name, logos, trademarks or copyrighted material in any way or fashion

P.      Violation of any state or federal laws or regulations

Q.     Making any false or misleading remarks, statements, innuendos or rumors with malicious intent that my disparage the Company, the Company's employees or another Company Independent Distributor

R.      Aggressive or abusive language, behavior or treatment toward any Company employee or owner.

 

Insurance

The Company does not extend coverage under any of its polices or products to Independent Distributors.  If you use your personal property (such as your car or computer, home, etc.) for business use, such property may not be covered for loss or damage.  

 

 

Recruiting

Cross-line recruiting: An Independent Distributors may not solicit an individual or entity that has been previously sponsored by another D.E.C. Independent Distributor (or that is considering joining THE COMPANY and being sponsored by another Independent Distributors) to join their D.E.C. business as their direct enrollee.

The Independent Distributor may not solicit an D.E.C. Independent Distributor or entity to join another network marketing opportunity offered by another company during the term of their D.E.C. Independent Distributorship and for a period of one year after.   Violation of this company policy may result in immediate termination

Cash or Monetary Incentives

THE COMPANY, strictly prohibits Independent Distributors from offering cash or monetary incentives, promotions, prizes or bonuses to members of their downline or upline organizational members, or customers as a method of influencing customer acquisition.

To eliminate cross-line recruiting practices, THE COMPANY strictly prohibits the use of cash or monetary incentives/promotions/prizes/bonuses for purposes of recruiting new distributors.

THE COMPANY has put in place a specific sales model and strongly encourages its Independent Distributors to promote customer acquisition and recruiting by adhering to this sales model.

Territorial Rights/Conducting Business Across Borders

Independent Distributors can market services and products and sponsor new Independent Distributors in any country where THE COMPANY conducts business, without exclusivity. Independent Distributors may only promote THE COMPANY in countries where THE COMPANY currently operates.

Independent Distributors conducting business in foreign countries must adhere to the THE COMPANY Policies and Procedures governing activities in that country. Furthermore, compensation will be based on the Compensation Plan of that specific country and be subject to conversion to U.S. funds.

Independent Distributors are responsible for knowing and adhering to all laws and accepted business practices in the countries they choose to market. This includes but is not limited to Customs and Immigration Laws and accepted marketing practices.

Canadian Independent Distributors are restricted from selling D.E.C. products in a retail environment or establishment.  D.E.C. products sold in Canada must be for sold for personal consumption only.  Canadian Independent Distributors are prohibited from placing ads for the sale of the product for retail sales.

Please note, however, that Canadian Independent Distributors may sell the product to others face to face or through their replicated website. 

Qualification Requirements for Payment

The Company offers a variety of different ways that allows the Independent Distributor to earn income through its Compensation Plan.  Some of these payment plans require that the Independent Distributor be Qualified.  Qualification requirements are defined in the Compensation Plan.   It is the responsibility of the Independent Distributor to continually check to make sure that they are qualified for each individual  pay plan that requires qualifications.  They company will not be obligated to pay for any pay plan when an Independent Distributor falls out of qualification. 

 

 

Marketing Advertising Policy

 

D.E.C., LLC offers a variety of different marketing tools that are provided by the company to help you build your business.  These materials such as brochures and business cards are available through your replicated web site.  There are those independent distributors who prefer to use their own materials or create materials for certain special events.  In the event that this is the case, we have outlined our policy and procedures for personalized marketing materials.

 

D.E.C., LLC requires that all personalized marketing material be approved, in writing by the company before an Independent Distributor can create such material.  Any request from an independent distributor must be in writing and include the following:

 

·         Independent Distributor Name

·         Independent Distributor ID Number

·         Address and telephone number

·         The complete copy or material  that you wish to submit

·         When you will use the material

·         Where it will be distributed

·         How you will distribute the material

 

Please mail this request to: P.O. Box 26381 Scottsdale, AZ 85255-0123 or you may email it to info@hecig.com

 

Once the materials are received, please allow 15 to 21 business days for processing.  If you have not received a response in this time, please contact us by email at info@hecig.com.  Please do not email before the time frame of 15 to 21 business days.

 

Under no circumstances may an Independent Distributor place an ad to promote the Company's Products and/or Compensation Plan in a National Publication without prior, written approval from the Company

Canadian Independent Distributors are prohibited from placing ads for the sale of the product for retail sales.

 

General Rules

  • Always introduce and refer to yourself as an Independent Distributor.  You must never give the impression that you represent the company in any way as an employee or official agent
  • The use of D.E.C.'s logos and trademarks or service marks are strictly forbidden
  • Make sure that when you design the material, it clearly shows that it is coming from you as an independent distributor and not produced by D.E.C. in any way shape or form
  • You may use company written information that is commonly found in our marketing materials but may not do so word for word as our materials are protected by copyright laws.  Doing so would be plagiarism
  • You must never make any promises of income
  • You must never make any statement that implies or says directly that our products will cure or prevent any medical ailments or offer any therapeutic benefit
  • You must never make and statement that implies or says directly that our products will help a person to stop smoking.  Doing so would be a violation of law any may put you in legal jeopardy.
  • You must always include on all your advertising of any form the following disclaimer:

 

"Our products have not been certified by the US Food and Drug Administration or the Office of the Surgeon General to be used for smoking cessation purposes.   To purchase our products, you must be of the legal age of smoking in the state of your residency."

 

 

 

 

Pricing

 

You are free to sell a unit at whatever price you choose, however, you are restricted from publishing any price other than our current retail price.

 

 

Business Cards

 

If you choose not to use the business cards produced by D.E.C., LLC, you must then follow the following procedures

  • Do not use the D.E.C. logo
  • Refer to yourself as an independent distributor
  • Do not use any terms that imply or say that our product will help people quit smoking or cure or prevent any medical ailment or offer any therapeutic value.
  • Do not make any promises of income

 

 

The Promotion of International Expansion

 

D.E.C., LLC has plans to enter into the international world by marketing our products into other countries.  It is important to point out that every country has its own established rules and regulations that companies must follow in order to market their products.  The process can be very precise.  It is therefore important that all independent distributors of D.E.C., LLC refrain completely from trying to market our product in other countries at this time.   D.E.C., LLC will announce to our independent distributors as we receive individual approvals to market our products, one country at a time.  Upon those announcements, independent distributors will then be allowed to market our product in those countries.  In keeping with this policy, independent distributors must:

 

  • Not market our product or opportunity to anyone in a country that is not approved by D.E.C., LLC
  • Not market in any form to prospects in a country that is not approved by D.E.C., LLC

 

When developing personal marketing materials for any country that is approved by D.E.C., LLC, please refer to the appropriate guidelines that we set forth for that particular country.

 

Direct Mail Pieces, Fliers and Brochures

 

Independent distributors will not be allowed to substitute their names on any materials that have been previously approved for other independent distributors.

 

Photocopying of any marketing materials provided by D.E.C., Inc. is not permissible  however, independent distributors my print any material that is provided by the company off of our website

 

Spamming

D.E.C., LLC does not permit Independent Distributors to send unsolicited e-mails. Any e-mail sent by an Independent Distributors  that promotesD.E.C., the D.E.C. Lifestyle, or D.E.C. products and services must comply with the following:

. There must be a functioning return e-mail address to the sender that includes a request that future e-mail solicitations or correspondence not be sent to him or her (a functioning "opt-out" notice).

. The use of deceptive subject lines and/or false header information is prohibited.

. All opt-out requests, whether received by e-mail or regular mail, must be honored.

. All emails sent that promote D.E.C., its Opportunity or products, must adhere to all the other marketing and advertising guidelines in this policy.

 

Trademarks and Copyrights

The Company will not allow the use of its trade names, trademarks, designs, or symbols by any person, including a COMPANY Independent Distributor, without its prior, written permission.  Distributors may not produce for sale or distribution any recorded company events and speeches without written permission from the COMPANY; nor may Independent Distributors reproduce for sale or for personal use any recording of company-produced audio or video tape presentations.

 

Media and Media Inquiries

Distributors must not attempt to respond to media inquiries regarding the COMPANY, its products or their independent business.  All inquiries by any type of media must be immediately referred to COMPANY Public Relations Department; Forward any inquiries immediately to info@hecig.com.  This policy is designed to assure that accurate and consistent information is provided to the public as well as a proper public image.

 

Product Guarantee

 The company is willing to look at all manufacturer defects.  Within 14 days of purchase, if you send the non working product to D.E.C. Global; P.O. Box 26381 Scottsdale, AZ 85255 with a self addressed envelope, your return address and a prepaid postage on the envelope in the amount of $2 dollars; We will examine the product and at our discretion, we will determine if the product has malfunctioned or if the ecigarette or accessory has been abused or mishandled by the receiver.

 

Return of Inventory and Sales Aids by Distributors

Upon cancellation of an Independent Distributor's Agreement, the Independent Distributor may return Primo/Hybrid/Kinky/Mystery Packs and Auto-ship Cartridges, other company products and sales aids for a refund if he or she is unable to sell or use the merchandise.  An Independent Distributor may only return products and sales aids purchased by him or her that are in resalable condition, and that were purchased within one year of the date of termination, unless the law of the state in which the Independent Distributor lives mandates a longer period of time.  All products and sales aids must be returned to the COMPANY within thirty (30) days of the date of termination.  Upon receipt of the products and sales aids, the Independent Distributor will be reimbursed 90% of the net cost of the original purchase price(s), less shipping charges.  If the purchases were made through a credit card, the refund will be credited back to the same account.  The company shall deduct from the reimbursement paid to the Independent Distributor any commissions, bonuses, rebates or other incentives received by the Independent Distributor which were associated with the merchandise that is returned. Upon receipt of the product at the COMPANY's warehouse, the COMPANY will handle returns and refunds within 7 business days.

The return of Biz Packs  carry a 25% restocking charge and must also be in a resalable and unused condition.  Any return of product in the downline will result in a charge back against commissions or bonuses paid by the company.

 

Bonus Buying

 

"Bonus buying" includes: (a) the sponsoring of individuals or entities without the knowledge of and/or execution of an Independent Distributor Application and Agreement by such individuals or entities; (b) the fraudulent sponsoring or enrollment of an individual or entity as a Distributor or Customer; (c) the sponsoring or attempted sponsoring of non-existent individuals or entities as Distributors or Customers ("phantoms"); or (d) the use of a credit card by or on behalf of a Distributor or Customer when the Distributor or Customer is not the account holder of such credit card.  Bonus buying constitutes a material breach of these Policies and Procedures, and is strictly and absolutely prohibited. 

 

Events

THE COMPANY supports the practice of Regional and local Training Events, "Personal Business Opportunity Meetings" and Private Business Receptions, as they are valuable educational tools when held properly with both professionalism and integrity. Under no circumstances are any type of meeting/training session intended to provide any additional income stream to those who are sponsoring the events, and must be offered as non-profit activities at all times.

All Regionals and "Super Saturdays" should be submitted to THE COMPANY for approval in conjunction with the current terms of hosting Regionals/"Super Saturdays". Regionals/Super Saturdays that do not receive prior approval will be considered operating outside of THE COMPANY's approval and philosophy and will not be promoted or endorsed by the company in any manner.

Attendance at THE COMPANY events is not a requirement for being an Independent Distributors, nor a prerequisite for success in this business.

Remuneration

THE COMPANY reserves the right to pursue the remuneration of any legal or operational fees or the recovery for any damages as a result of any policy violation by an THE COMPANY Independent Distributors. THE COMPANY also reserves the right to recoup such costs from future Bonuses commissions or other payments.

Further Limitations

THE COMPANY reserves the right to limit or disallow any marketing activities that cast negative aspersions on the integrity, truthfulness, and/or reputation of THE COMPANY.

Transfer/Disposition of Independent Distributors Business

An Independent Distributor's position can be inherited or bequeathed, but cannot be transferred or assigned during his or her lifetime without written consent of the COMPANY, which consent will not be unreasonably withheld.  The company will charge a $1000.00 transfer fee. 

Upon the death or incapacity of an Independent Distributors, or of its principals, the rights to the commission and marketing position shall pass to the designated successor, provided said successor complies with all the terms of the COMPANY agreement, THE COMPANY's Policies and Procedures and fulfills the duties and obligations required of an Independent Distributors. In the case of a transfer to an existing Independent Distributors, or to an individual listed as a partner/shareholder/trustee in an existing Independent Distributors status, the individual will need to contact THE COMPANY to discuss his/her options in either maintaining the status or transferring it. If the transfer is of a temporary nature (i.e. the Independent Distributors is temporarily incapacitated), the subsequent activation and deactivation will likewise be temporary.

Privacy Policy 

Personal Information

THE COMPANY maintains a strong commitment to protecting the privacy of our customers and Independent Distributors and their personal information. "Personal Information" means any information about an identifiable individual, other than business contact information.  We protect that  information. Unauthorized disclosure or access of personal information, including but not limited to account information or personal identification number, is a violation of the COMPANY's Privacy Policy, and is strictly prohibited.

 (a) The Independent Distributors acknowledges that during  the course of the performance of this Agreement, he or she will be provided or will be exposed to or will have access to Personal Information and that such Personal Information is confidential. The Independent Distributors agrees that such Personal Information will be collected, used and disclosed only for the purposes for which it was collected and only in relation to the provision of THE COMPANY's services or products or this Agreement,  The Independent Distributor will  safeguard such Personal Information by appropriate means and not, other than as required in relation to the provision of THE COMPANY's services or products, disclose, transfer, sell, assign, publish or otherwise make available any Personal Information for his/her own use or the use of any other third party except where disclosure may be required to comply with a subpoena, warrant, or court order, or if requested by a government institution which has the lawful authority to obtain the Personal Information, or if otherwise required by law.

(b) Upon reasonable request, the Independent Distributors shall provide THE COMPANY access to, and the right to inspect, any or all Personal Information collected, used or disclosed by the Independent Distributors during the course of the Agreement;

(c) The Independent Distributors shall, at the prior written request of THE COMPANY, promptly return any Personal Information and all copies thereof in any form whatsoever under their power or control to THE COMPANY, and delete or destroy the Personal Information from all retrieval systems and databases as directed by THE COMPANY and furnish to THE COMPANY a certificate by Independent Distributors or their legal representative that the deletion or destruction has occurred.  

(d) The Independent Distributors agrees to co-operate with THE COMPANY in any regulatory investigation or in any internal investigation regarding any alleged privacy breach or complaint.

(e) In order to ensure the special integrity of Independent Distributors' personal information, and to protect Independent Distributors positions from unauthorized access, THE COMPANY asks that all distributors adhere to the following procedures:

 

·    Only new Independent Distributors shall complete and sign an Independent Distributors Agreement, or complete the distributors sign-up process on the  COMPANY website.

·    Only new Independent Distributors shall complete the online Independent Distributors Agreement.

·    An Independent Distributor's upline or enroller should not complete any agreement on  behalf of the distributors, or obtain account information, including position numbers and passwords.

·    Independent Distributors account information and passwords should not be accessed by, or provided to anyone but the Independent Distributor whose name appears on the Independent Distributor Agreement.

 

Conclusion

The rules and regulations outlined in this document are intended to protect the D.E.C. opportunity for all involved.  Please follow the rules and regulations as set forth here to insure that you are in compliance. 

 

Please note that any infraction of these rules and regulations may result in suspension or immediate deactivation/termination of your status as a D.E.C. Independent Distributor.

 

It is the goal of the COMPANY to introduce our products to as many Retail Customers as possible with the purpose in mind of offering them a logical alternative to harmful tobacco burning cigarettes; Coupled with this is our desire to help others achieve financial reward for being involved with us as an Independent Distributor.  The COMPANY desires to develop a long term, stable relationship of mutual respect, trust and integrity with our Independent Distributors.  By assisting our Independent Distributors in achieving their goals and financial dreams, the COMPANY's goal of establishing a long lasting team will be realized.

List of Terms and Conditions for the sales of online products from D.E.C. Global Investments;

Packages with sales amount under $11.00 dollars will not come with a delivery confirmation and are not guaranteed.

Return of Products:  All sales are final and there is no refund for any products.  We do however provide a mailing address for customers to ship faulty merchandise to.  This process can take up to 4 weeks for replacement merchandise to be reshipped.  If you feel a product is faulty and you need to send it in, please address stamped envelopes to D.E.C. Global  P.O. Box 26381 Scottsdale AZ 85255 Attention Product Examination Department.

Payment adjustments: We do not make payment adjustments to any order.  We do not save customer credit card information and do not have access to any of the customers bank information.  Our merchant uses the payment information provided by the customer to access banking information and get an approved payment.  Once your payment is made all the private information is not saved and we do not have access to it.

Charge back on your credit card:  We do not allow any type of charge back.  We track every package and we save each tracking number to your account.  Your product will always be delivered to the mailing address you have provided at check out.

In the event your mailing address is not valid or the package is sent back to our company as Undeliverable; You will need to send us a prepaid-($2.70) self addressed envelope with the new address where the package can be delivered. We will include any information the post office has provided us as to why the package was Undeliverable.

Shipment to Mexico, Canada, or anywhere outside the United States;  We do not guarantee shipments to mexico, canada or anywhere outside the U.S.;  Customs may hold a package for up to 3 months for any reason they feel necessary.  We have never had an issue in the last 24 months of shipping outside the U.S. but we do not guarantee any package outside the U.S.

For any further Questions or concerns please direct your emails to Info@xecig.com