In an effort to provide deep insights into the mechanics of running an agency, we encourage members to share private business information with members when it stands to help them learn. Because of this it is all of our responsibilities to treat this information with care and discretion. All members of Agencyville aknowlege this agreement and their acknowledgment will be kept on file.
Agencyville Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA)
For Paid Members of Grow Your Agency Slack Group
This Non-Disclosure Agreement (the “Agreement”) is entered into as of the date of acceptance of these terms by the undersigned (“Member”) and governs the sharing and protection of sensitive information disclosed within the Grow Your Agency Agencyville Slack Channels (“the Group”), including its private and open Slack channels.
1. Purpose
The purpose of this Agreement is to establish trust and encourage the open sharing of ideas, insights, and sensitive information, such as financial data, business strategies, and operational practices, between members of the Group. Members agree to safeguard such information and use it solely for purposes aligned with the Group’s intent of fostering growth and learming among agencies.
2. Definition of Confidential Information
For the purpose of this Agreement, “Confidential Information” includes, but is not limited to:
• Business financials, revenue, profits, and expenses.
• Client lists, pricing strategies, or proprietary methodologies.
• Marketing strategies, operational processes, or growth data.
• Any information explicitly stated as “confidential” by the disclosing member.
Confidential Information does not include information that:
• Is publicly available prior to disclosure.
• Becomes publicly available after disclosure, through no fault of the receiving party.
• Is independently developed by the receiving party without reliance on the disclosed information.
3. Obligations of the Member
The Member agrees to:
• Keep all Confidential Information shared in private channels or direct messages within the Group strictly confidential.
• Use Confidential Information only for personal or professional growth, as intended within the scope of the Group’s purpose.
• Not share or disclose Confidential Information to any party outside the Group, including but not limited to third parties, other organizations, or non-members.
• Ensure that sensitive information such as financial data is discussed only within designated private channels of the Group, not in open or general channels.
4. Exclusions from Open Channel Sharing
The Member agrees not to post sensitive information such as financial details, client information, or proprietary methods in open channels of the Slack group unless explicitly approved by the owner or administrator of the Group.
5. Exceptions
The Member may disclose Confidential Information if required by law or a valid court order, provided that the Member promptly notifies the disclosing party and takes reasonable steps to limit disclosure.
6. No Ownership of Information
Confidential Information remains the property of the disclosing member. This Agreement does not grant the Member any ownership rights or licenses to the information shared.
7. Enforcement and Consequences
Failure to comply with this Agreement may result in:
• Immediate termination of membership in the Group.
• Potential legal action if disclosure results in material harm to another member or the Group.
8. Term
This Agreement will remain in effect for the duration of the Member’s participation in the Group and for two (2) years thereafter.
9. Acknowledgment and Agreement
By joining the Agencyville Slack group as a paid member, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by the terms of this NDA. Your participation signifies your acceptance of these terms and your commitment to maintaining the confidentiality of information shared within the Group.