<strong>Policies</strong> & <strong>Procedures</strong><strong>ViSalus</strong> without notice. IP’s maynot produce for sale or distributionof any recorded <strong>ViSalus</strong> eventsand speeches without writtenpermission from <strong>ViSalus</strong>. Normay IP’s reproduce for sale orfor personal use any recordingof <strong>ViSalus</strong> produced audio orvideotape presentations. Further,IP’s shall not reproduce or usethe marks of any of <strong>ViSalus</strong>’ thirdparty service providers except asexpressly authorized in writingby <strong>ViSalus</strong>.Media and Media Inquiries:IP’s shall not respond to mediainquiries regarding <strong>ViSalus</strong>, itsthird party product and/or serviceproviders, or their IndependentPromotership without the expresswritten consent and permissionof <strong>ViSalus</strong>. All inquiries by any typeof media must be immediatelyreferred to Promoter Relations.This policy is designed to assurethat accurate and consistentinformation is provided to thepublic as well as a proper publicimage.No IP shall retail product inviolation with these guidelines,nor encourage Promoters in his/her downline organization todo so. Such action is groundsfor disciplinary action includingpossible termination ofPromotership.Spamming:Spamming is a message thatadvertises goods or servicesposted to a message board againststated policy, sent to someonewithout prior consent, or sentin the absence of a previousrelationship. For purpose of <strong>ViSalus</strong>’Anti-Spam Policy, Spam includes:Email sent to people you don’tknowEmails sent to people youknow, but who aren’t expectinga solicitation from you.Off-topic or excessively multipostedmessages posted toUsenet news groups andmessage boardsSolicitations posted to chatrooms, or individuals viaInternet Relay Chat or “InstantMessaging”<strong>ViSalus</strong> strictly prohibits its IP’sfrom spamming and all otherforms of Internet abuse to seekreferrals. <strong>ViSalus</strong> may undertake, atits sole discretion with or withoutprior notice, the following actions:Frozen Accounts/Suspension:Upon the receipt of a crediblecomplaint <strong>ViSalus</strong> may immediatelyfreeze the IP account of theindividual implicated in the abuse.Frozen accounts are intended toprevent the abuser from benefitingfrom their abusive activities byprohibiting the offender fromregistering referrals or receivingpayments. After a thoroughinvestigation, if the spammingincident is verified but does not riseto the level of a terminable offense,<strong>ViSalus</strong> may, but is not obligated to,lift the freeze. .IP Account Termination:Upon the receipt of a crediblecomplaint, <strong>ViSalus</strong> mayimmediately terminate theIP implicated in the abuse.Deactivating an IP results in theimmediate termination of theposition, access to all reports, theforfeiture of any unpaid and/orfuture monies, and the prohibitionagainst any future IP position.How to Report Abuse:To report a violation of ourAnti-Spam Policy, pleaseforward all relevant evidence to:customerservice@visalus.com attn:Compliance or write to:<strong>ViSalus</strong> Sciences1607 E Big Beaver Rd #110Troy, MI 48083Tampering of Funds:Any IP tampering with funds oroperating a bank account in thename of <strong>ViSalus</strong>, <strong>ViSalus</strong> Sciencesor any similar name may have theirIP position terminated.Contact with Suppliers:IP’s are strictly prohibited fromany direct contact with supplierswhom <strong>ViSalus</strong> contracts unless itis in specific relation to a personalaccount they currently havewith the said provider. An IP maycontact a supplier in regardsto a <strong>ViSalus</strong> customer only ifhaving received prior writtenauthorization from <strong>ViSalus</strong>. Pleasedirect customers to contact theirappropriate provider of servicedirectly to resolve any problemor issue that may incur. <strong>ViSalus</strong>has contracted with companiesthat have trained staff available tohandle such situations.IP’S:<strong>ViSalus</strong> believes in and maintainsthe maximum protection of thesponsor/enroller or enrolling andsponsoring relationship. Therefore,the changing of a sponsor orenroller is strictly prohibited.The only method for changingrelationship is to submit a writtenrequest of resignation or interest ina position, and after a period of noless than one (1) full calendar yearfrom the date of the resignationwill authorization to rejoin underanother IP be permitted.NOTE: <strong>ViSalus</strong> will not mediate anydisputes involving sponsorship.However, <strong>ViSalus</strong> does reservethe right to review sponsoring/enrolling practices.VII. Sales ToolsA variety of optional sales aidsand tools are available to theIP’s. However, if an IP desiressupplemental information and/or tools, the following guidelinesmust be adhered to:Any materials created by <strong>ViSalus</strong>may not be duplicated or reproduced.This includes manuals,audio CDs, video DVD’s, stationery,business cards, etc. Any materialsof this nature will not be approved.The reproduction or re-sale forprofit of any sales or marketingtools (i.e. video and audio tapedmanuals, business cards, etc.) isstrictly prohibited and is groundsfor deactivation.Summary:<strong>ViSalus</strong> has developed these<strong>Policies</strong> and <strong>Procedures</strong> in order tomaintain the order and integrity inour program and between our IP’s.<strong>ViSalus</strong> reserves the right to makeany and all necessary changes tothese policies and procedures,the compensation plan, andsales tools or materials. All activeIP’s will be made aware of anysaid changes via the Documentson Demand system, or e-mailnotification. If for any reason anIP violates any of the terms of theAgreement and/or these <strong>Policies</strong>and <strong>Procedures</strong> <strong>ViSalus</strong> reservesthe right to immediately terminateor deactivate the IP position. Suchaction by <strong>ViSalus</strong> will terminateany and all rights of the IP andany further payments of any kind,and is effective at the time of saidviolation.Independent PromoterTerms of AgreementBy joining <strong>ViSalus</strong> these are theTerms you have agreed to. Referto the <strong>Policies</strong> and <strong>Procedures</strong> fordetailed information.1. I acknowledge that I am 18years of age or older.2. I understand andacknowledge that thisAgreement is not bindinguntil received and acceptedby VISALUS.
3. I agree that as a Promoter,I am an independentcontractor responsiblefor determining my ownbusiness activities and that Iam not an agent, employeeor legal representative ofVISALUS. I am responsible forthe payment of all federaland provincial employmenttaxes and any other taxrequired under any federal,provincial, local, or regulatorylaw. In the event that I fail toprovide VISALUS a valid SocialInsurance Number, VISALUSmay withhold commissionsdue to me until a validnumber is provided.4. I understand that I am notbeing sold a franchise.5. Either party may terminatethis Agreement for anyreason, at any time, by givingthe other party prior writtennotice. To terminate thisAgreement, I must mail ordeliver personally to VISALUS,a signed, dated writtennotice of cancellation sent to:<strong>ViSalus</strong> Sciences, 1607 EastBig Beaver, Suite 110, Troy,Michigan 48083.6. I agree that as a VISALUSPromoter, I shall place primaryemphasis upon the sale ofProducts and Services tonon-promoter consumers asa condition of my receipt ofcommissions. CommissionsI receive will be based uponfulfilling certain terms ofqualification as set forth bythe Marketing Program andCompensation Plans as maybe amended from time totime at Visalus’ sole discretion.A three ($3.00) Dollarprocessing fee will apply toall payments.7. I agree to keep accuraterecords and to abide byall federal, provincial, andlocal laws and regulationsgoverning the sale orsolicitation of the productsand services marketed byVISALUS including, butnot limited to, any and allpermits and licenses requiredto perform under thisAgreement.8. I understand that a $25Administration Fee will becharged annually to my creditcard on file with <strong>ViSalus</strong>.This fee is for services, whichinclude, but are not limited to,downline reporting, customertracking and accountingservices. The AdministrationFee will be charged in themonth of my enrollmentanniversary and if not paidwill result in my status as aPromoter being placed onFinancial Hold for up to 120days. If the Administration Feeremains unpaid 120 days afterit was due, my Promotershipwill be terminated and I willforfeit any commissions thatwere held since the timeI was placed on FinancialHold. If my Promotership isterminated, I understand thatI must re-enroll as a brandnew Promoter and will notbe placed back in my originalspot if I wish to pursue the<strong>ViSalus</strong> opportunity.9. I agree that VISALUS shallnot be liable under anycircumstances for anydamage or loss of any kind,including indirect, special,punitive, compensatory, orconsequential damages,losses or profits whichmay result from any cause,including but not limited to,breach of warranty, delay,act, error or omission ofVISALUS, or in the eventof discontinuation ormodification of a product orservice offered by VISALUS.10. VISALUS shall periodicallymake sales literature and/or promotional materialsavailable. However, I amunder no obligation topurchase any materialsor literature at any time.Refunds shall not be allowedunder any circumstances,including, but not limitedto, termination of thisAgreement, obsolescenceof such sales literature orpromotional materials, orany other reason. Except asspecified in paragraph 23.11. I agree that as a Promoter, thisAgreement grants me thelimited authority to promoteand sell the products VISALUSmarkets subject to the termsand conditions established byVISALUS from time to time.12. I will not make any falseor misleading statementsabout VISALUS, its marketingprogram, products, orservices. I agree that I willoperate in a lawful, ethicaland moral manner and willnot engage in or performany misleading, deceptiveor unethical practices. Inthe event I violate anyof these conditions, myposition may be terminatedwithout further payment orcompensation of any kind.13. I acknowledge that I amresponsible for supervising,training, and supportingPromoters I sponsor intothe program and in mycommissionable network. Iagree to maintain monthlycommunication and supportto those individuals in mycommissionable networkthrough written or verbalcommunication andattendance at meetings.14. I acknowledge that VISALUSexpressly reserves allproprietary rights to thecompany name, logo,trademarks, service marks(“Proprietary Marks”) andcopyrighted materials. Iunderstand, acknowledgeand agree that any monieswhich I pay VISALUS arein consideration of myreceiving a non-exclusivelicense, during the termof this Agreement to usethe Proprietary Marks ofVISALUS in conjunction withthe marketing programprovided to me. I furtheragree that I will not useVISALUS’s Proprietary Marksin any form whatsoeverexcept as permitted inwriting by VISALUS or inadvertising or promotionmaterials provided, designedor published by VISALUS. Iunderstand that I may notphotocopy or duplicateany materials provided byor purchased from VISALUSwithout written authorizationand that the unauthorizeduse of any Proprietary Mark isa violation of federal law andthis Agreement, constitutinggrounds for termination ofthis Agreement by VISALUS.15. I understand that as aPromoter, I am free to selectmy own means, methods andmanner of operation and thatI am free to choose the hoursand location of my activitiesunder this Agreement,subject only to the terms ofthis Agreement and VISALUS<strong>Policies</strong> and <strong>Procedures</strong>.16. I acknowledge that I amnot guaranteed any incomenor am I assured any profitsor success. I certify thatno claims of guaranteedprofits or representations of