Black Makers Market
Vendor Agreement, Liability Waiver & Indemnification

This Vendor Agreement (“Agreement”) is entered into by and between Black Makers Market, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (“Organizer”), and the undersigned vendor (“Vendor”), in connection with participation in Black Makers Market events (the “Event”).

1. Participation

Vendor agrees to participate in the Event as an independent vendor, responsible for their own products, services, setup, sales, and operations. Nothing in this Agreement creates an employer/employee, partnership, or joint venture relationship between Organizer and Vendor.

2. Compliance

Vendor agrees to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, ordinances, and any Event rules or guidelines provided by Organizer.

3. Release of Liability

Vendor acknowledges that participation in the Event involves inherent risks, including but not limited to theft, loss, damage, injury, illness, or accident. Vendor voluntarily assumes all such risks and hereby releases, waives, and discharges Black Makers Market, its officers, directors, employees, volunteers, contractors, and partners from any and all liability, claims, demands, or causes of action arising out of or related to Vendor’s participation in the Event.

4. Indemnification

Vendor agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Black Makers Market, its officers, directors, employees, volunteers, contractors, and partners from and against any and all claims, losses, damages, liabilities, judgments, settlements, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorney’s fees) arising out of or related to:

• Vendor’s participation in the Event;

• Any injury to persons (including death) or damage to property caused by Vendor, Vendor’s agents, employees, contractors, or representatives;

• Vendor’s products, services, or operations;

• Vendor’s failure to comply with this Agreement or applicable laws.

5. Insurance

Vendor is encouraged (and may be required) to maintain their own general liability insurance and product liability insurance. Organizer does not provide insurance coverage for Vendors.

6. Refunds & Cancellations

All Black Makers Market events are rain or shine. Vendor fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. No refunds or credits will be issued for Vendor cancellations. Refunds will only be provided if the Event is canceled by Organizer.

7. No Guarantee of Sales

Organizer does not guarantee Vendor’s sales, exposure, or success at the Event. Vendor is solely responsible for all business transactions, tax obligations, and necessary permits/licenses.

8. Termination

Organizer reserves the right to deny, revoke, or terminate Vendor participation at any time if Vendor fails to comply with this Agreement or Event rules, without refund of fees paid.

9. Governing Law

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts located in Travis County, Texas.

Digital Signature Acknowledgment

By signing below, Vendor acknowledges that they have read, understood, and agree to the terms of this Agreement, including the liability waiver, indemnification provisions, and refund policy.