BRAIN
TRUSTTM ANGEL NETWORK
CANDIDATE AGREEMENT
Having reviewed CapitalLinkUSA’s
Brain Trust™ Angel Network (the “Network”)
website
www.BrainTrustAngel.com (the “Website”), I am
interested in the self-selection process of the Reverse Resume™
Flow and the prospect of proactively designing my own relationship
with a Company of my choice. Specifically, I am interested
in becoming a member of the Network of experienced professional
managers, executives, and potential investors ready to take
advantage of this unique opportunity (collectively, “Brain
Trust Angels”) to be introduced to growing companies who
need my particular talents, experience, capital and other resources.
I represent that I fit the personal and professional description
of Brain Trust Angels on the Website, and I understand that
this agreement (the “Agreement”) sets forth the
terms and conditions for my prospective membership in the Network,
and that by confirming my acceptance below, I confirm my request
to be accepted as a Brain Trust Angel-member of the Network
and my agreement to abide by all of those terms and conditions
if my request is accepted.
I understand that
CapitalLinkUSA is not an employment agency or executive search
firm. Instead, CapitalLinkUSA’s unique Brain Trust
Angel Network uses a proprietary Reverse Resume Flow self-selection
process which allows me and other qualified Angels to proactively
identify fast-growth companies which we believe offer exceptional
opportunities to maximize the value realization from our respective
talents, experience and resources.
I understand that
Companies who have joined the Brain Trust Angel Network and
posted their Corporate Resumes™ on the Website are seeking
to identify and explore introductions to professionals who are
interested in investing their time, talents and resources in
the upside of an entrepreneurial growth strategy. In addition
to developing, fostering and maintaining the Brain Trust
Angel Network and Website, I understand that CapitalLinkUSA
will facilitate introducing me to Companies I identify as outlined
below (“Introductions”).
1.
I understand and agree that, following acceptance of my membership,
all Brain Trust Introductions will follow a series of steps,
beginning with my review of the Corporate Resumes of the companies
who have joined the Network as Brain Trust company-members (“Companies”)
and my selection of a Company to which I desire an Introduction.
2.
To initiate an Introduction, I will follow the instructions
and specifications outlined on the Website (and amplified in
the Brain Trust Angel Manual which I will receive upon acceptance
of my membership in the Network) to create my Introduction Letter.
My Introduction Letter will effectively addresses the needs
of the Company I identify and the role I would expect to play
in the implementation of the Company’s growth strategy.
I will email my Introduction Letter to
membership@BrainTrustAngel.com with a subject line of “Introduction
Request”, identifying the Brain Trust Company reference
number and include my curriculum vitae together with the Unique
Ability questionnaire as outlined in the Brain Trust Manual.
I understand that I can expect a response (either suggesting
edits to the letter or an approval that the letter has been
forwarded to the Company) from CapitalLinkUSA, typically within
5 business days. Companies are requested to
respond within 5 business days.
3.
I understand the purpose of the Introduction Letter is to secure
a conference call, facilitated by CapitalLinkUSA, to explore
the Company’s interest in a face-to-face meeting. Before
a permanent relationship is established, a Beta working relationship
(designed in dialogue with Capital Link and consisting potentially
of as little as 1 week or as long as 3 months) may be negotiated
directly between me and the Company to ensure a proper fit.
The Company and I will negotiate whatever form of fees,
expenses and/or compensation, if any, that may be associated
with the Brain Trust Reverse Resume Flow (including travel and
related expenses.)
4.
I understand that my membership fee is determined by my selection
of Executive, Director or Partner Level membership as part of
completing my application process, and I agree to pay the fee
associated with the membership level I selected (the “Initiation
Fee”). The Initiation Fee will cover the first 12
months of my membership, and membership at all levels will include:
a)
access to the Corporate Resumes of all Companies;
b)
a copy of the Brain Trust Angel™ Network Manual mentioned
above, which amplifies the website description of the Reverse
Resume™ Flow self-selection process including Introduction
Letter specifications and process, Beta purpose and design,
and permanent relationship structure insights;
c)
live facilitation by CapitalLinkUSA of an introductory conference
call with selected Companies. (I understand that I determined
the number of these introductory conference calls to which I
will be entitled when I selected my membership level). CapitalLinkUSA’s
approach is to assist me in communicating the core value
of the potential relationship, shared vision and goals I identify
and thereby maximize reciprocal interest in a face-to-face meeting;
and
d) personalized
coaching (at the level of involvement and time commitment I
select) throughout the Reverse Resume Flow, including a specified
number of Introductions commensurate with the level of membership
and Initiation Fee I select below.
5. I understand that,
pursuant to separate agreements between CapitalLinkUSA and each
member Company, CapitalLinkUSA will earn and be paid fees by
each Company with whom I establish a relationship, whether it
is an employment, consulting, investment, participation or other
relationship. Therefore, if I negotiate or begin any relationship
with any Company to whom I have been introduced through my Network
membership, I agree to immediately notify CapitalLinkUSA and
provide CapitalLinkUSA with correct copies of all agreements
and other documents and correspondence relative to any such
relationship. I will send each such document to CapitalLinkUSA
via email, to the following address:
membership@BrainTrustAgnel.com with the subject line “Brain
Trust Agreement”. I understand that fulfillment of
these obligations by me is critical to enforcement of CapitalLinkUSA’s
rights to be compensated for its efforts in connection herewith
and is a substantial part of the consideration I am agreeing
to provide for my membership.
6.
Because all Company information provided to me as a member of
the Network is provided by the Companies themselves, I acknowledge
and agree that CapitalLinkUSA will have no liability with respect
to any information I receive regarding any Company, or arising
out of any act, omission, or other conduct on the part of any
Company. In addition, except for information which becomes
publicly known through legitimate means not involving any act
or omission by me, I shall not disclose to any other person, firm
or entity, or use for any purpose not contemplated herein, any
information received from the Website, from CapitalLinkUSA or
from any Company as a result of my membership, and I shall keep
all of the same strictly confidential. I represent and warrant
that all information I supply to CapitalLinkUSA and any Company
will be true, correct and complete in all respects. I agree
that my membership in the Network and access to the Website is
subject to all of the Website Terms of Use, which are incorporated
into this Agreement and are viewable by clicking the following
link: www.CapitalLinkUSA.com/termsofuse.html.
7.
I understand that CapitalLinkUSA developed and maintains the
Network and the Website to facilitate and speed the self-selection
process for Brain Trust Angels to introduce themselves to Companies
in a way that is designed to reveal and maximize the value of
potential relationships. I acknowledge and agree that
CapitalLinkUSA makes no representations or warranties as to
the results of the process, the contents of the Website or Brain
Trust Angel Manual, or otherwise.
8.
Upon CapitalLinkUSA’s acceptance of my membership in the
Network and confirmation of receipt of the Initiation Fee I
select below, this Agreement shall be effective for an initial
term of 12 months. All of my obligations under paragraphs
5, 6 and 7 above shall survive any expiration or termination
of this Agreement and my membership.
By
filling in the following information, and clicking the “I
AGREE” box below, I am agreeing to all of the terms, conditions,
covenants and agreements set forth above and in the Terms of
Use, and I am agreeing to pay the Initiation Fee corresponding
to the Network participation level I selected.
(Note:
If you do not agree to all of the foregoing, you should NOT
fill in this information or click the “I AGREE”
box below.)