Entrepreneurs Cirque Media (EC) · Updated 2025-10-09

1. Corporate Identity & Automatic Binding by Access and Use Binding

Entrepreneurs Cirque Media (“EC,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is a subsidiary of Masidas Enterprise LLC, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, USA.

By accessing, browsing, reading, contributing to, or otherwise using this website or any EC service, you automatically, voluntarily, and irrevocably agree to be bound by this Policy, our Terms of Service, our Privacy Policy, and all Contributor Guidelines, Advertising, Promotion, and Collaboration Agreements. Continued use constitutes full acceptance. If you do not agree, discontinue use immediately. Remaining on or using EC waives any claim of lack of notice or consent.

2. Editorial Independence & Contributor Opinions

EC maintains full editorial discretion and independence. Contributor opinions and analyses are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect EC’s views. EC does not endorse or assume liability for contributor statements. EC may edit, annotate, or remove material violating legal or ethical standards.

3. Contributor Affiliations & Disclosures

Contributors must fully disclose any financial, professional, or organizational affiliations that could influence their work, including employment, consulting, ownership, sponsorships, gifts, or advocacy ties. Omitted or false disclosures may lead to removal or legal liability. EC may label content as “Contributor Disclosure,” “Sponsored,” or “Partner Content.”

4. Informational Purposes Only

All EC materials are provided solely for informational and educational purposes and do not constitute business, legal, financial, medical, or professional advice. Readers should consult qualified professionals before taking action. Use is at the reader’s own risk.

5. EC 100 Disclosure

The EC 100, Features, and Recognitions highlight entrepreneurs and innovators based on editorial merit and measurable impact. Inclusion does not imply endorsement or sponsorship.

6. Ownership of Content, Videos & Author Material

All submitted works—including articles, images, video (including YouTube), podcasts, and author profiles—become the permanent, royalty-free property of EC. Contributors grant EC a perpetual, worldwide, irrevocable license to use, reproduce, distribute, adapt, and promote their content in any medium, and waive moral rights and future royalties. These rights survive termination.

7. Purchases, Subscriptions & Refund Policy

All purchases, memberships, advertising, sponsorships, promotions, collaborations, and digital services are final and non-refundable. No refunds, credits, or chargebacks. EC may suspend accounts for violations without refund.

8. Advertisements, Promotions & Collaborations (Binding Effect)

All advertising, promotional, sponsorship, partnership, and collaboration agreements are legally binding under this Policy and the Terms of Service. Participation or payment constitutes acceptance. EC retains editorial control and may reject or remove non-compliant materials without refund.

9. Legal Compliance & Dispute Resolution

EC complies with DMCA, GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, UK DPA, PIPEDA, and international IP and privacy laws. All disputes are governed by Texas law and resolved exclusively in Dallas County, Texas, via binding individual arbitration under AAA Rules. Class actions are waived.

10. Indemnification

Users, contributors, advertisers, and collaborators agree to indemnify and hold harmless EC and Masidas Enterprise LLC from all claims or damages arising from their content, conduct, or breach of these terms. This obligation survives termination.

11. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, EC is not liable for indirect, consequential, incidental, or punitive damages, or for losses resulting from reliance on content. All materials are provided “as is,” without warranties.

12. Advertising, Affiliate & Sponsorship Disclosure

EC may earn revenue through affiliate links, sponsorships, and advertising partnerships. All paid or sponsored content is clearly disclosed under applicable global standards (FTC, ASA, EU). EC does not warrant third-party products or services.

13. Correction, Retraction & Removal Policy

13.1 Commitment to Accuracy

EC strives for accuracy, fairness, and transparency. Verified errors are corrected promptly.

13.2 Reporting Errors

Email editorial@entrepreneurscirque.com or legal@entrepreneurscirque.com with the article URL, a description of the error, and supporting evidence. Valid requests are reviewed within 10 business days.

13.3 Corrections

Minor factual errors may be silently corrected. Substantive corrections include a visible Correction Notice at the end of the article.

13.4 Retractions

Retractions are issued for materially false, defamatory, plagiarized, or unethical content, with a public statement explaining the reason. EC may retain archived copies for legal and compliance purposes.

13.5 Removals & Takedowns

EC considers removal for verified legal violations, minors’ data, valid privacy/defamation requests under GDPR/CCPA, or court orders. Reputation-only requests will not be honored.

13.6 Contributor Accountability

Contributors must promptly report errors in their work; failure to do so may result in suspension or permanent removal.

13.7 Legal Framework

All decisions are made under U.S. and Texas law and are final at EC’s discretion.

14. Transparency Policy

14.1 Editorial Transparency

EC maintains a strict separation between editorial and commercial operations. Editorial decisions are independent and not influenced by advertisers, sponsors, or contributors. Conflicts of interest are disclosed.

14.2 Funding & Revenue Disclosure

Memberships and subscriptions
Sponsorships and advertising
Affiliate marketing relationships
Partnerships and collaborations

Sponsored content, paid placements, and affiliate relationships are clearly labeled in compliance with global laws.

14.3 Contributor & Author Transparency

Contributor profiles include bios and disclosures where applicable. Breaches of transparency may result in content removal and termination of contributor status.

14.4 Ownership & Corporate Structure

Entrepreneurs Cirque Media is a subsidiary of Masidas Enterprise LLC, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, USA.

14.5 Corrections & Public Accountability

EC publicly acknowledges and corrects material errors with clear timestamps and explanations.

14.6 Public Trust Commitment

Transparency is central to EC’s mission. Contact editorial@entrepreneurscirque.com for any concerns regarding accuracy, fairness, or disclosure.

15. Republishing, Reader Feedback & Complaint Policy

Readers may freely share links but must not copy content wholesale without written consent. Complaints or feedback should be sent to editorial@entrepreneurscirque.com. Complaints about accuracy, bias, or ethics are reviewed by EC’s Editorial Board within 15 business days; upheld complaints lead to clarifications or corrections. Frivolous complaints may be dismissed.

16. Content Licensing Policy

Unless explicitly stated, all original content is exclusively licensed to EC. Third parties may not reproduce or syndicate content without written authorization. Limited quotations with attribution and a link to the original are permitted under fair use.

17. Fact-Checking & Editorial Ethics Policy

EC verifies claims using primary sources, records, and experts. Anonymous sources are used only when risk is demonstrated and information is verifiable. EC aligns with the Society of Professional Journalists’ Code of Ethics. Fact-checking applies to articles, videos, and podcasts pre-publication. Corrections are logged for accountability.

18. Diversity, Inclusion & Representation Policy

EC is committed to representing a broad range of entrepreneurs, genders, ethnicities, and perspectives; we avoid stereotypes and discrimination. Editorial and recruitment processes encourage equal opportunity and inclusive representation.

19. Contact

📧 legal@entrepreneurscirque.com
📧 editorial@entrepreneurscirque.com
📍 Dallas, Texas, USA

20. Editorial Policy

Editorial Independence: Decisions made without influence from advertisers, sponsors, investors, or outside contributors.
Verification & Accuracy: Every story is fact-checked; opinions labeled as commentary.
Corrections & Updates: Substantive errors receive visible notices.
Conflicts of Interest: Editors/contributors must disclose interests that could affect objectivity.
Right of Reply: Opportunities to respond/clarify may be offered where appropriate.
Editorial Review: Multi-stage review for clarity, factual soundness, and compliance.

21. Accessibility Policy

WCAG 2.1 AA wherever technically feasible.
Alt text, keyboard navigation, sufficient contrast, screen-reader compatibility.
Captions/transcripts for videos and podcasts when available.
Accessible versions available on request: accessibility@entrepreneurscirque.com.
Ongoing automated testing and user feedback loops for equal digital access.

22. Sponsored Content & Advertising Policy

Clear Labeling: Sponsored/branded/partner posts labeled “Sponsored,” “Paid Partnership,” or “Advertiser Content.”
Editorial Integrity: Sponsors do not control tone, conclusions, or timing; EC retains full editorial authority.
Compliance: FTC (U.S.), ASA CAP (UK), EU Directive 2019/2161 observed.
Placement: Ads are visually distinct from editorial content.
Rejection Rights: EC may refuse or remove misleading, unlawful, discriminatory, or misaligned ads.
Data & Targeting: Partners must follow EC Privacy Policy, GDPR, and CCPA for consent-based data use.