Solar Advocate Agreement
A Solar Advocate is defined as anyone who refers potential solar customers or a customer of Ion Solar Pros. The Solar Advocate will refer potential residential solar “Customers” to Ion Solar Pros. Ion Solar Pros agrees to compensate Solar Advocate for such referral of “Customers”, should a Customer Referral reach a completed Installation. Ion Solar Pros will make every reasonable effort to procure the sale for each Customer Referral received from Solar Advocate.
Terms and Conditions
- I affirm that I am of legal age in the state where I reside to enter into this agreement. I am legally competent and legally authorized to work in the United States. I understand that I can execute this agreement electronically. I understand this agreement is not binding until received and accepted by Ion Solar Pros (“Ion Solar Pros”), at its corporate office located at 1615 Wolcott Road, Wolcott, CT 06716.
- I have carefully read and agree to comply with the Ion Solar Pros terms and conditions and understand the Ion Solar Pros Compensation Plan, these two documents shall be collectively referred to as the (“Agreement”).
- Prior to signing this agreement, I have had the opportunity to consult with an attorney of my selection for legal advice regarding the agreement, or I have voluntarily waived the right to have my legal counsel examine the agreement prior to my signing.
- I agree to the terms and conditions applicable to being an Ion Solar Pros Solar Advocate (SA) as well as all other terms of use, guidelines and policies and procedures published by Ion Solar Pros for its Solar Advocates.
- I understand that I must be in good standing, and not in violation of the agreement to be eligible for bonuses or commissions from Ion Solar Pros.
- I agree that my relationship with Ion Solar Pros as a Solar Advocate is that of an independent contractor and that I alone am responsible for my own business and my activities. I am not an agent, legal representative, or employee of Ion Solar Pros or a party with whom Ion Solar Pros transacts or contracts business. I will not misrepresent that I am otherwise. I understand that I may not make purchases or enter into any agreements that will bind Ion Solar Pros and that I am solely responsible for paying all expenses I incur, including but not limited to travel, food, lodging, office and all other expenses, whether business or personal.
- I agree that as a Solar Advocate I am solely responsible for the payment of all federal, state, and local taxes, including but not limited to, self-employment tax withholding, unemployment and social security taxes, workers compensation and any other taxes which may be required in connection with this agreement. I further understand that Ion Solar Pros will issue IRS Form 1099-MISC to the Solar Advocate for all payments for referrals pursuant to this Agreement. Solar Advocate agrees to furnish Company with an executed IRS Form W-9 prior to making any referrals.
- I may terminate this agreement for any reason, at any time by giving Ion Solar Pros written notice at its address of record or by emailing at cancellation@ionsolarpros.com. Ion Solar Pros may terminate this agreement or impose disciplinary action on the Solar Advocate that may include but is not limited to, forfeiture of bonuses and commissions, and loss of all or part of my marketing organization pursuant to its policies and procedures in the event that I breach any part of this agreement. Unless otherwise specifically set forth in Ion Solar Pros terms and conditions, if this agreement is terminated for any reason, I will forever lose my rights as a Solar Advocate, including rights to compensation pursuant to the Ion Solar Pros Compensation Plan and to my marketing organization.
- In the process of promoting Ion Solar Pros products or services, I agree that I will operate in a lawful, ethical, and moral manner and perform my obligations as a Solar Advocate with honesty and integrity.
- As an Ion Solar Pros Solar Advocate, my primary emphasis is to obtain customer referrals for Ion Solar Pros subject to the terms and conditions established by Ion Solar Pros. I understand that those customers must reach an “Installed” status as a condition of Ion Solar Pros paying me commissions, bonuses, and other payments.
- I understand that to become and Solar Advocate, I do not have to become an Ion Solar Pros customer.
- I understand that I am not required to make any purchases to become a Solar Advocate.
- I understand that I will be eligible to receive compensation from Ion Solar Pros as described in the Ion Solar Pros Compensation Plan. I understand that I will not receive any compensation whatsoever for the act of sponsoring or recruiting, and that I will only be compensated for referring customers that become Installed by Ion Solar Pros and based upon activities of other Solar Advocates only to the extent of successful referrals of Ion Solar Pros products and/or services to customers.
- I understand and agree that there is NO annual renewal fee to become an Ion Solar Pros Solar Advocate.
- Ion Solar Pros reserves the right to modify its terms and conditions, compensation plan, and applicable program and renewal fees from time to time. Such modifications shall become a binding part of this agreement. Publication of such changes live in the official Ion Solar Pros corporate website or by other means as Ion Solar Pros determines is appropriate shall be deemed notice to me. The continuation of my Ion Solar Pros Solar Advocate position or my acceptance of commissions or bonuses shall constitute my acceptance of all amendments.
- I understand that I will use only approved content by Ion Solar Pros for dissemination and marketing regarding the Solar Advocate opportunity. I understand that without prior approval in writing from Ion Solar Pros, I may not create or disseminate audio or video recordings, develop materials, or place advertisements of any kind, in print or digital, in any medium regarding Ion Solar Pros products or services or the Ion Solar Pros opportunity for use in soliciting or attracting customers and/or Solar Advocates. Content can be approved at marketingideas@ionsolarpros.com.
- I understand that Ion Solar Pros expressly reserves all proprietary rights to the company name, logo, app, trademarks, service marks, business methods and copyrighted materials of Ion Solar Pros and/or its parents, subsidiaries and affiliated companies, and I agree that I will not use, reproduce, modify, distribute or display Ion Solar Pros proprietary materials in any manner except as permitted by Ion Solar Pross policies and procedures or as otherwise pre-approved in writing by Ion Solar Pros.
- I understand and agree that referrals provided and customers I procure as a Solar Advocate on behalf of Ion Solar Pros are deemed to be customers of Ion Solar Pros and not of its Solar Advocates. I agree, during the term of this agreement with Ion Solar Pros I will not offer to sell services that compete with those offered by Ion Solar Pros and/or its affiliates, or otherwise solicit, divert, take away or interfere with any of the customers, employees, trade or patronage of Ion Solar Pros or of its parents, subsidiaries, or affiliated companies that offer energy services.
- I agree to indemnify and hold harmless Ion Solar Pros, its parents, subsidiaries and affiliated companies, and their respective officers, directors, shareholders, and employees, jointly and severally, from and against any and all alleged claims, damages, expenses, fines or penalties, including any attorney’s fees, arising out of my actions or conduct in violation of this agreement. I agree further that none of the above-mentioned entities shall be liable, jointly or severally, to me for: (a) economic loss, including without limitation loss of profits, revenues, or anticipated income; (b) loss of goodwill or business opportunity; or (c) for any indirect, special, punitive, incidental or consequential loss or damages, howsoever arising out of my actions or conduct in violation of this agreement.
- I understand this agreement is personal and non-transferable, although from time to time I may have others assist me in my Solar Advocate business as I wish. Any attempt to transfer or assign this agreement without the express written consent of Ion Solar Pros renders this agreement null and void at the option of Ion Solar Pros and may result in termination of my position as a Ion Solar Pros Solar Advocate.
- I acknowledge that I have not received any representation or statement from Ion Solar Pros or any other person upon which I have relied in entering into this agreement to the effect that: the activity may, can, or will generate income, or be profitable: In this connection, I shall not represent directly or indirectly that any person may, can or will earn any stated gross or net amount nor that substantially all Solar Advocates will succeed.
- Representatives, whether individuals, entities, or non-profit entities, utilizing Ion Solar Pros as a Fundraising Program, will be subject to a Compensation Plan. Applicants should consult their Tax Advisor or Legal Counsel prior to commencing business activities to evaluate whether or how their participation may affect their tax-exempt status.
- This agreement or any related agreement shall be governed by and construed and enforced under the laws of the state of Connecticut without regard to conflicts of law principles. In the event a dispute or other difference between me and Ion Solar Pros or its parents, subsidiaries and affiliated companies, including but not limited to those arising out of or relating to this agreement and the policies and procedures of Ion Solar Pros it is agreed that such disputes shall be exclusively resolved by binding arbitration, with each party bearing its own costs under the commercial rules of the American Arbitration Association, with arbitration to occur in the state of Connecticut, without regard to the representatives state of residence. In any action or proceeding arising out of this agreement that is not submitted to binding arbitration, the party prevailing in such action shall be entitled to recover its reasonable attorney fees and costs. This provision shall not restrict Ion Solar Pros from seeking preliminary or permanent injunctive relief in any court of competent jurisdiction. Louisiana residents: notwithstanding the foregoing, Louisiana residents may bring an action against the company with jurisdiction and venue as provided by Louisiana law. As part of the consideration exchanged under the opportunity of being a Solar Advocate, I expressly waive and disclaim any right to bring any claim in any and all forums as a class action private or of an attorney general. I may not serve as a class representative or a member of a class in litigation adverse to Ion Solar Pros. If the dispute pertains to a matter which is generally administered by certain Ion Solar Pros policies and or procedures, the procedures set forth in that procedure must be fully exhausted by me before I may invoke my right to arbitration under this agreement.
- This agreement and the Compensation Plan and the Ion Solar Pros policies and procedures as modified from time to time, and other terms and conditions of use which are incorporated herein by reference, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties hereto, supersedes prior to existing oral or written Solar Advocate agreements between the parties and no other additional promises, representations, guarantees, or agreements of any kind, whether oral or written, shall be valid unless expressly agreed to in writing and by an authorized officer from Ion Solar Pros’ corporate headquarters. In the event of a conflict between the Ion Solar Pros policies and procedures and any provision(s) herein, the provision(s) of the policies and procedures shall be deemed controlling.
- Notice of Cancellation: Ion Solar Pros Solar Advocate status may be cancelled at any time. Cancellations must be made by certified or registered mail return receipt requested, to Ion Solar Pros Energy, 1615 Wolcott Road, Wolcott, CT 06716 or at cancellation@ionsolarpros.com . Where applicable state law on cancellation is inconsistent with Ion Solar Pros policy, such state law shall be in force.
Compensation Plan
I understand for each Customer Referral provided hereunder – Ion Solar Pros shall pay the Solar Advocate according to the payouts as outlined below. Payments will only be paid on sold customer accounts, and at the time of (“Completed Installation”).
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Payout |
Solar Advocate Chart |
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$500.00 |
“You” Self-Generated |
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$250.00 |
1st Level |
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$100.00 |
2nd Level |
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$ 50.00 |
3rd Level |
(a.) Self-Generated Payouts are Customer Referrals “You” self-generate and become Installed.
(b.) 1st Level Payouts are Customer Referrals “your” [1st Level] Solar Advocate(s) generate and become Installed.
(c.) 2nd Level Payouts are Customer Referrals “your” [2nd Level] Solar Advocate(s) generate and become Installed.
(d.) 3rd Level Payouts are Customer Referrals “your” [3rd Level] Solar Advocate(s) generate and become Installed.
PAYMENT TERMS: All payouts occur on a successful Installation for those (“Sold”) Customer Referrals that reach (“Installation Complete”). Payment will be paid the Friday following the week of the completed Installation.
I have read and accept the terms and conditions and compensation plan associated with being a Solar Advocate with Ion Solar Pros. I agree to enter into an agreement with Ion Solar Pros as a Solar Advocate.
Signed Electronically
Revised: October 24, 2020
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