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Terms of Use

Effective Date: December 2, 2025

Last Updated: December 2, 2025

These Terms of Use (together with our Privacy Policy, the “Agreement”) constitute a legally binding agreement between FirstLook Venture Co., a Delaware C-Corporation (“FirstLook,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) and you regarding your access to and use of the website FirstLook.vc (the “Site”), our membership community, and all related services, including the receipt of physical product samples (collectively, the “Services”).

BY APPLYING FOR MEMBERSHIP, PAYING ANY FEES, OR USING THE SERVICES, YOU AFFIRM THAT YOU HAVE READ, UNDERSTOOD, AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THIS AGREEMENT. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE, YOU MAY NOT USE THE SERVICES.

1. Eligibility & Accredited Investor Status

  • You must be at least 18 years of age and a natural person residing in the United States.
  • You represent and warrant on a continuing basis that you are an “accredited investor” as defined in Rule 501(a) of Regulation D promulgated under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended.
  • Membership is by invitation only. We reserve the absolute right to deny or revoke membership at any time for any reason.

2. Membership & Payment

  • Approved members pay a recurring membership fee via Stripe.
  • All fees are non-refundable except as expressly stated in writing by FirstLook.
  • We may change fees or billing frequency upon reasonable notice.

3. Physical Product Samples (“Monthly Box”)

  • From time to time we ship you sample products from consumer brands.
  • YOU ASSUME ALL RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY, ALLERGIC REACTION, PROPERTY DAMAGE, OR ANY OTHER HARM arising from the handling, consumption, or use of these samples.
  • FirstLook makes no representations or warranties regarding the safety, quality, or fitness of any sample.

4. Investment Opportunities & Deal Sharing

THE SERVICES ARE FOR INFORMATIONAL AND NETWORKING PURPOSES ONLY. NOTHING PROVIDED THROUGH THE SERVICES CONSTITUTES:

  • Investment, legal, tax, or financial advice
  • An offer to sell or solicitation of an offer to buy any security
  • A recommendation or endorsement of any company or investment

FirstLook is not a broker-dealer, investment adviser, or funding portal registered with the SEC or any state. All investment decisions are yours alone.

5. Critical Disclaimers (Please Read Carefully)

YOU EXPRESSLY ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE:

a) Accuracy of Information We receive information from third-party companies and from community members. We do not independently verify it. WE DISCLAIM ALL LIABILITY FOR THE ACCURACY, COMPLETENESS, OR TRUTHFULNESS OF ANY INFORMATION SHARED THROUGH THE SERVICES.

b) Investment Risk All investments are highly speculative and involve substantial risk of loss, including the possible total loss of principal. YOU BEAR SOLE RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOUR INVESTMENT DECISIONS, whether in companies we feature, companies shared by other members, or otherwise.

c) No Liability for Outcomes FIRSTLOOK, ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AND AGENTS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSSES, CLAIMS, OR DAMAGES arising from or related to any investment you make (or choose not to make) based on information obtained through the Services.

d) Member-Shared Deals When members share opportunities with the community, they do so as individuals, not as agents of FirstLook. We have no responsibility for member-shared deals.

6. Community Guidelines & Code of Conduct

Membership in the FirstLook investor community is a privilege, not a right. All members agree to abide by the following rules at all times:

  1. Treat every founder, brand, and fellow member with respect, professionalism, and kindness in all interactions (written, verbal, WhatsApp, email, in-person, etc.).
  2. There is never any obligation to meet with, respond to, or invest in any brand or opportunity shared in the community.
  3. Do not share, forward, or disclose any pitches, decks, financials, introductions, or other information from the community with any non-member without explicit written permission from FirstLook.
  4. No soliciting or pitching products, services, or funds to other members unless expressly invited or approved by FirstLook leadership.
  5. No poaching or recruiting of other members’ employees, contractors, or portfolio companies without prior consent.
  6. No harassment, discrimination, threats, or abusive behavior of any kind.
  7. Promptly disclose any material conflict of interest (e.g., if you or your firm are already an investor in a brand being discussed).
  8. Members may not represent themselves as speaking on behalf of FirstLook or use the community logo/name for personal branding without permission.
  9. Side deals or finder’s fees between members related to community introductions require prior disclosure to FirstLook leadership.

Violation & Termination FirstLook, in its sole discretion, may immediately suspend or terminate your membership (with or without notice) for any violation of these Guidelines, the Terms of Use, or conduct we believe harms the community or its reputation. Examples include, but are not limited to:

  • Disrespectful, aggressive, or unprofessional behavior toward founders or members
  • Being formally charged with or convicted of a felony or crime involving moral turpitude in any jurisdiction
  • Repeatedly breaching confidentiality

No refunds will be issued for any membership fees (prorated or otherwise) if your membership is terminated for cause under this section.

7. License to Use Name, Image, and Likeness

By becoming a member, you grant FirstLook a worldwide, royalty-free, non-exclusive, perpetual, irrevocable license to use your name, photograph, professional title, company/affiliation, and a short biography or testimonial (if you voluntarily provide one) solely for the following purposes:

  • Listing you as a member on the FirstLook website or in password-protected member directories
  • Identifying you as a community member in FirstLook’s marketing materials, pitch decks, newsletters, social-media posts, or promotional emails
  • Featuring you (by name and/or photo) in presentations, conference slides, or event materials when FirstLook is speaking or exhibiting
  • Creating member spotlights, success stories, or case studies (with your prior approval for any testimonial quotes)

We will not use your likeness in any paid advertising (e.g., Google/Facebook ads) or sell/sublicense your name or image to third parties without your separate written consent. You may revoke this license for future uses at any time by sending written notice to brian@firstlook.vc; revocation will not affect uses that occurred before we receive your notice.

8. Confidentiality

Certain information shared in the community (pitch decks, financials, etc.) is confidential. You agree to keep it confidential and not disclose it to any third party without prior written consent.

9. Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to:

  • Share community information outside the membership
  • Use the Services for commercial solicitation unrelated to the community
  • Harass or threaten other members
  • Violate securities laws

10. Termination (General)

We may terminate or suspend your access to the Services at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice. Upon any termination for cause under Section 6, you will not be entitled to any refund of membership fees.

11. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SERVICES ARE PROVIDED “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” WITHOUT ANY WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND. WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

12. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:

  • FIRSTLOOK WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES.
  • OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL CLAIMS SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID US IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM.

13. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless FirstLook and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising from:

  • Your use of the Services
  • Your investment decisions
  • Your breach of this Agreement
  • Any injury or harm related to product samples

14. Arbitration & Class Action Waiver

Any dispute arising out of this Agreement shall be resolved by binding arbitration in Cleveland, Ohio under the rules of the American Arbitration Association. YOU WAIVE ANY RIGHT TO PARTICIPATE IN A CLASS ACTION OR CLASS ARBITRATION.

15. Governing Law

This Agreement is governed by the laws of the State of Delaware (without regard to conflict of laws principles).

16. Community Guidelines

This Agreement is governed by the laws of the State of Delaware (without regard to conflict of laws principles).

17. Entire Agreement & Severability

This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between you and FirstLook. If any provision is held invalid, the remainder shall continue in full force.

18. Changes

We may modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of material changes by email or posting on the Site. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.

Contact

brian@firstlook.vc

FirstLook Venture Co.

Cleveland, OH

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