Terms & Conditions

Effective Date: 1/1/2026

Welcome to The Elevator Association of Florida, Inc. ("EAOF," "Association," "we," "our," or "us"). By accessing or using this website, becoming a member, registering for events, making payments, or participating in any Association activities, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.

1. Association Information

The Elevator Association of Florida, Inc.
2881 Gateway Drive
Pompano Beach, Florida 33069

Website: https://www.eaofl.org

2. Acceptance of Terms

By using this website or participating in any Association-sponsored activities, events, meetings, educational programs, conferences, golf tournaments, networking functions, or other activities, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms and Conditions.

If you do not agree to these Terms and Conditions, please do not use this website or participate in Association activities.

3. Membership

Membership Eligibility

Membership is subject to approval by the Association and must meet any eligibility requirements established by the Board of Directors.

Membership Dues

All annual membership dues are due and payable no later than February 1st of each calendar year.

Members who fail to pay dues by February 1st may be considered inactive, suspended, or not in good standing until payment is received and processed.

Membership Renewals

Membership renewals are not automatic. Members are responsible for renewing their membership and paying dues through the Association's website or other approved payment methods.

The Association reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to approve, deny, suspend, terminate, or refuse renewal of any membership application or membership renewal for any lawful reason.

Good Standing

To remain in good standing, members must:

  1. Maintain current membership dues.
  2. Comply with all Association policies and rules.
  3. Conduct themselves professionally and ethically.
  4. Not engage in conduct that may harm the Association, its members, sponsors, or reputation.

4. Payments and Refunds

All fees, dues, sponsorships, registrations, and other payments submitted to the Association are subject to review and approval.

Unless otherwise stated in writing for a specific event or program:

  1. Membership dues are non-refundable.
  2. Sponsorship fees are non-refundable.
  3. Event registration fees are non-refundable.
  4. The Association reserves the right to cancel or modify events at any time.

Refund requests, if considered, shall be evaluated solely at the discretion of the Association.

5. Event Participation and Assumption of Risk

Participation in any Association-sponsored event, meeting, conference, seminar, golf tournament, networking event, training program, social gathering, fundraiser, or other activity is entirely voluntary.

By attending or participating in any Association event, whether free or paid, you acknowledge and agree that:

  1. Participation may involve certain risks, including but not limited to personal injury, illness, property damage, accidents, travel-related incidents, or other unforeseen hazards.
  2. You voluntarily assume all risks associated with your attendance and participation.
  3. You are responsible for your own safety and conduct.

Release of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, The Elevator Association of Florida, Inc., its officers, directors, members, volunteers, sponsors, employees, agents, affiliates, venues, and event organizers shall not be liable for any:

  1. Personal injury;
  2. Illness;
  3. Death;
  4. Property loss;
  5. Property damage;
  6. Theft;
  7. Accident;
  8. Financial loss; or
  9. Any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages

arising out of or related to participation in any Association event or activity.

All participation is at the attendee's own risk.

6. Sponsor Events

The Association may promote, endorse, advertise, or facilitate events hosted by sponsors, partners, exhibitors, vendors, or third parties.

The Association is not responsible for the actions, omissions, services, products, facilities, safety practices, or operations of any sponsor or third party.

Attendance at sponsor-hosted events is voluntary and at the attendee's sole risk.

7. Website Use

You agree not to:

  1. Use the website for any unlawful purpose.
  2. Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the website.
  3. Interfere with website operations.
  4. Upload malicious software, viruses, or harmful code.
  5. Use Association content without authorization.

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access to any user who violates these Terms.

8. Intellectual Property

All website content, including text, graphics, logos, images, documents, and other materials, is the property of The Elevator Association of Florida, Inc. or its licensors and is protected by applicable copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws.

No content may be copied, reproduced, distributed, or used without prior written permission.

9. Privacy

Any information submitted through this website is subject to our Privacy Policy. By using the website, you consent to the collection and use of information in accordance with our policies.

10. Third-Party Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites. The Association does not control or endorse such websites and is not responsible for their content, policies, products, or services.

Use of third-party websites is at your own risk.

11. Disclaimer of Warranties

The website and all information, services, and materials are provided "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" without warranties of any kind, express or implied.

The Association makes no warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or availability of website content.

12. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Association's total liability arising from or related to the use of the website, membership, or participation in any Association activity shall not exceed the amount paid by the individual to the Association during the preceding twelve (12) months.

13. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless The Elevator Association of Florida, Inc., its officers, directors, employees, volunteers, sponsors, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses arising from:

  1. Your use of the website;
  2. Your participation in Association activities;
  3. Your violation of these Terms and Conditions; or
  4. Your violation of any applicable law or regulation.

14. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Any legal action arising under these Terms shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Florida.

15. Changes to Terms

The Association reserves the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time without prior notice.

Updated versions will be posted on this website and become effective immediately upon posting.

16. Contact Information

For questions regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact:

The Elevator Association of Florida, Inc.
2881 Gateway Drive
Pompano Beach, FL 33069

Website: https://www.eaofl.org