Terms & Conditions
Black Business Enterprises (BBE)
Black Business Enterprises (BBE) is a service operated by BBE LLC ("BBE" or "Company") located at 1128 Harmon Pl, Minneapolis, MN 55403, Suite 200, USA. This Agreement governs the terms and conditions of your use of Black Business Enterprises services. The Agreement is between you ("You," "User," or "Client"), as an authorized user of the Services, and the Company. The Client agrees that the Services will only be used for legitimate business purposes as provided in these terms and conditions.
1. Acknowledgment and Acceptance of Terms of Use:
The Services are offered to You conditioned upon Your acceptance, without modification, of the terms and conditions contained in this Agreement. Your use of the Services constitutes Your agreement to these terms and conditions.
Each person using the Services or entering into a contract (whether in writing, over the telephone, facsimile, or online) on behalf of their employer or another third party represents that they are fully authorized to accept these terms on behalf of their employer or the third party.
Unless explicitly stated otherwise, these Terms of Service will govern the use of any new features that augment or enhance the current Services, including the release of new Company resources and services. In case of any violation of these terms, the Company reserves the right to seek all remedies available by law and equity for such violations.
2. Term; Automatic Extension; Termination or Service Downgrade:
A. Communications Services: For Black Business Enterprises (BBE) Communications Services, the Initial Term is one (1) month. Terminations or downgrades of Communications Services require a 30-day written notice, as specified below.
B. Other Services: For Virtual Office Locations, Virtual Offices, Virtual Meeting Room packages, and Virtual Mailbox services, the Initial Term of this Agreement is six (6) months.
The Initial Term begins on the date stated on the Client's contract or, if contracted online, the date the Client’s order is processed (whether online or via telephone).
Unless properly terminated or downgraded, this Agreement will be automatically renewed and extended for successive periods equal to one month (each, a "Renewal Term") until terminated, as provided herein, by either Client or BBE.
If a Client chooses to switch Virtual Office Location-related services during any term of the Agreement, the agreement term shall restart for a six-month term at the time of the switch.
Clients may terminate or downgrade Services upon expiration of the Initial Term or any Renewal Term by giving written notice of termination/downgrade 30 days prior to the end of the existing Term for Communication Services and 30 days prior to the end of the existing Term for Virtual Office Location Services.
For Communications Services: Once a written notice of termination/downgrade has been received, Communications Services will terminate/downgrade on the last day of the Client's following complete recurring billing cycle. No prorated refunds shall apply, and the Client is still liable for any and all overage charges, if applicable, during the final term of the Agreement.
Client's written notice to terminate the Agreement must be sent in one of the following ways:
(a) Email addressed to info@blackbusinessenterprises.org
(b) Certified mail, return receipt requested, sent to:
Black Business Enterprises (BBE)
Attn.: Contract Terminations
1128 Harmon Pl, Minneapolis, MN 55403, Suite 200, USA
BBE's written notice to terminate the Agreement will be sent in one of the following ways:
(a) Email to the Client's email address on record with BBE
(b) First-class mail to the Client's last known address on record with BBE
Upon termination of the Agreement for any reason, it is the Client's responsibility to notify all parties of the Client's change of address and/or communications services. Subsequent mail sent to the virtual office location will be returned to the sender (if applicable), and all virtual mailbox and communications services will terminate at that point.
The standard fee during any extension period shall be equal to the then-current standard fee for the User's services.
3. Modifications to the Service:
The Company reserves the right to modify or discontinue all or part of the Service, temporarily or permanently, with or without notice to the User, and is not obligated to support or update the Service.
The amended Terms shall be effective immediately after they are posted on the Company's website, www.blackbusinessenterprises.org.
The User's continued use of the Service after the posting of the amended Terms on the site constitutes the User's affirmative:
(a) Acknowledgment of the Terms and its modifications; and
(b) Agreement to abide by and be bound by the Terms, as amended.
The User acknowledges and agrees that the Company shall not be liable to the User or any third party if the Company exercises its right to modify or discontinue all or part of the Service.
4. Charges
(Details about payment, fees, and usage remain consistent but reflect BBE branding throughout.)
5. SERVICES/MAIL
The United States Postal Service (USPS) requires the following compliance from the Client under the provisions of Rule 66, Federal Register 56993, November 14, 2001, which govern Commercial Mail Receiving Agencies (CMRA). If the location You signed up for is, or is hereafter deemed to be, a CMRA, You agree to format Your business address as follows:
Company Name, Client Name, XYZ Street, Suite 123, PMB#____ (PMB# will be assigned after set-up forms have been submitted), City, State, Zip.
Your failure to comply with this regulation may, at our sole discretion, be declared an act of default. You agree to provide a completed and fully NOTARIZED CMRA Form 1583. Incomplete or partial CMRA forms and related documents will not be accepted and may require resubmission, with additional fees applying at that point.
Before mail can be received or any location-related services used, all persons handling mail or collecting mail from the location must provide a government-issued photo ID and one additional acceptable form of identification as specified in Form 1583.
Required Identification:
Acceptable forms include a valid driver’s license, state non-driver ID card, armed forces ID, government-issued ID, university or corporate ID, passport, alien registration card, or certificate of naturalization. Other acceptable forms include a current lease, mortgage, deed of trust, voter registration card, vehicle registration, or home/vehicle insurance policy. Social Security cards, birth certificates, and credit cards are not acceptable.
All identification must be clearly visible and notarized with a stamp or seal, regardless of the country of origin. Some domestic and international locations may require additional forms or details to meet compliance standards.
Important Notes:
Additional business names or DBAs (Doing Business As) require separate virtual office addresses and services.
Standard retail rates, initial setup fees, and setup requirements apply.
Black Business Enterprises (BBE) and its affiliates/partners DO NOT guarantee the benefits or validity of a virtual office address for purposes related to search engine marketing, search engine optimization, map directory listings, business licensing, formation, or financial applications.
At the termination of this agreement, all mail will be marked “Return to Sender,” and no further mail or deliveries will be accepted. You may use the address provided by BBE or its agents as your business address but not as a registered office address.
Mail will be handled based on your instructions, and you will be responsible for all forwarding and service charges. If you choose to have mail or packages forwarded via services like FedEx, UPS, DHL, or other express methods, you must provide your shipping account information for billing.
BBE will not accept items exceeding 10 lbs in weight, 18" in any dimension, or 1 cubic foot in volume. Dangerous, live, or perishable goods are also prohibited. BBE reserves the right to return uncollected items or refuse unreasonable or unlawful quantities.
Clients agree not to use services for any obscene, illegal, immoral, or defamatory purposes and must avoid actions that may bring BBE into disrepute. You may not use or combine the BBE name for trading activities.
BBE is not liable for losses due to mechanical breakdowns, strikes, delays, or staff performance issues.
This agreement is governed by the laws of the state of Utah, USA.
6. LINKS
The Service or related websites may provide links to other websites or resources. You agree that BBE is not responsible or liable for any damage or loss caused by reliance on content, products, or services from external sources.
7. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS
Content on the website or services, including text, software, images, music, videos, and graphics, is protected by copyright, trademarks, patents, or other proprietary agreements. You may only use this content with BBE’s express authorization.
Users may not copy, reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from this content without prior written consent. Unauthorized use may violate copyright, trademark, or other applicable laws.
No portion of the content may be reproduced, modified, or published for public or commercial purposes without explicit permission.
8. TRADEMARKS
"Company Trademarks" means all names, marks, brands, logos, designs, trade dress, and other designations the Company uses in connection with the Service or any other service. User acknowledges the Company's rights in the Company Trademarks and agrees that any and all use of the Company Trademarks by the User shall inure solely to the benefit of the Company.
9. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES
USER EXPRESSLY AGREES THAT USE OF THE SITE AND THE SERVICE IS AT USER'S SOLE RISK. THE SITE AND THE SERVICE ARE PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS," "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS. THE COMPANY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT, AS WELL AS ALL WARRANTIES ARISING BY USAGE OF TRADE, COURSE OF DEALING, OR COURSE OF PERFORMANCE. THE COMPANY MAKES NO WARRANTY THAT THE SITE OR SERVICE WILL MEET USER'S REQUIREMENTS OR THAT THE SITE OR SERVICE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, TIMELY, SECURE, ERROR-FREE, OR VIRUS-FREE. THE COMPANY ALSO DOES NOT GUARANTEE THE ACCURACY OR RELIABILITY OF ANY CONTENT, INFORMATION, OR PRODUCTS OBTAINED THROUGH THE SITE OR SERVICE, OR THAT DEFECTS WILL BE CORRECTED.
Users understand that any material or data downloaded or obtained through the use of the Site or Service is done at their own discretion and risk, and Users will be solely responsible for any damage to their computer systems or loss of data resulting from such downloads. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties; consequently, some of the above exclusions may not apply in whole or in part.
10. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
As a condition of using the Service and in consideration of the services provided by the Company, User agrees that neither the Company nor any officer, affiliate, director, shareholder, agent, contractor, or employee of the Company ("Company Affiliates") will be liable to the User or any third party for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, punitive, or consequential damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, earnings, business opportunities, or costs resulting directly or indirectly from the Service, Site, or Content.
The Company's liability is limited to the lesser of:
The amount actually paid by the User for the Service during the three (3) months preceding the date of the claim; or
$500 USD.
Users hereby release the Company and its Affiliates from any obligations, liabilities, and claims exceeding this limitation.
11. NO RESALE OF THE SITE
User agrees not to reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, resell, or exploit any part of the Service or Site without the express written consent of the Company.
12. LAWFUL USE
User agrees to use the Site in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations and accepts sole responsibility for the content of their communications through the Service.
13. INDEMNIFICATION
User agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the Company, its Affiliates, and successors from claims, suits, or damages arising out of:
Acts or omissions by the User in connection with this Agreement.
Violations of laws or regulations by the User.
Infringements of intellectual property rights by the User.
The Company is not responsible for the content of communications transmitted by the User or their customers.
14. ACCESS TO PASSWORD-PROTECTED AREAS
Access to secure areas of the Site is restricted to authorized users. Unauthorized access may lead to prosecution.
15. TERMINATION
The Company may terminate access to the Site or Service for any reason, including inactivity or violation of terms, without liability. Upon termination, User rights immediately cease. In cases of default, the User agrees to bear all costs related to enforcing this Agreement, including legal fees.
16. SEVERABILITY
If any provision is deemed invalid or unenforceable, the remainder of the Terms shall remain unaffected.
17. CONFIDENTIALITY
Users may come into possession of the Company's confidential information. Users agree to protect this information and use it solely for purposes related to this Agreement. Upon termination, all confidential information must be returned to the Company.
18. OWNERSHIP
All services, software, and technologies provided by the Company are its exclusive property. Users are not owners of any phone numbers assigned to them and accept that such numbers may be reassigned upon termination.
19. SHARED AREAS, CONFERENCE, AND "OFFICE FOR A DAY" TERMS
Users may access shared spaces provided by Black Business Enterprises (BBE) based on availability and compliance with terms. Cancellations must be made 48 business hours prior to reservations. Fees may apply for late cancellations or damages caused by Users.
20. ENTITY FORMATION & REGISTERED AGENT
Entity formation services provided by BBE require full payment of applicable fees. Users acknowledge that company names are not confirmed until approved by the relevant state authority. Registered agent services are subject to annual renewal fees. Non-payment may result in the resignation of BBE as a registered agent, potentially affecting the User's entity standing.
21. Contract Duration and Termination Liability
The service is subject to a 12-month contract. In the event that the contract is terminated by the Client before the end of the 12-month term, the Client remains liable for payment of the remaining balance due for the rest of the plan. No refunds or prorated adjustments will be provided for early termination unless otherwise agreed in writing by BBE
DAMAGES WAIVER
Users agree to cover costs for any damages caused to facilities. The Company is not liable for damage or loss of User property.
For more details, visit www.blackbusinessenterprises.org.
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Black Business Enterprises LLC & The Enterprise Virtual Office LLC
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