Terms of Service

Effective Date: January 28, 2026

These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the website, content, services, events, and membership offerings provided by the National Security Investment Consultant Institute (“NSIC,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). By accessing this website or engaging with NSIC services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, you should not use our website or services.

Use of Website and Services

NSIC provides educational content, membership services, event registrations, publications, communications, and related resources. You agree to use our website and services only for lawful purposes and in a manner consistent with these Terms. You may not attempt to disrupt, interfere with, or gain unauthorized access to our systems, data, or networks.

Membership and Event Participation

Certain NSIC services require membership enrollment, event registration, or application approval. You agree to provide accurate and complete information during registration or application processes. NSIC reserves the right to approve, deny, suspend, or revoke membership or event access at its discretion when necessary to protect organizational integrity, security, or mission alignment.

Payments and Fees

Fees for membership, events, publications, or other services are disclosed at the time of purchase or registration. By submitting payment, you authorize NSIC or its payment processors to charge the provided payment method. All payments are non-refundable unless explicitly stated otherwise in writing for a specific offering.

Intellectual Property

All content on the NSIC website and in NSIC publications, including text, graphics, logos, videos, frameworks, course materials, documents, and trademarks, is the property of NSIC or its content partners and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or commercially exploit NSIC content without prior written consent.

User Content and Submissions

If you submit information, materials, comments, or content to NSIC, you grant NSIC a non-exclusive, royalty-free right to use, reproduce, and distribute such submissions for organizational, educational, promotional, or operational purposes. You represent that you have the right to submit such content and that it does not violate the rights of others.

Communications

By providing your contact information, you consent to receive communications from NSIC related to membership, events, content, and organizational updates. You may opt out of promotional emails or SMS communications at any time as described in our Privacy Policy. Administrative communications necessary to deliver requested services may still be sent.

SMS Terms of Service

These SMS Terms of Service govern text message communications sent by the National Security Investment Consultant Institute (“NSIC,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). By providing your mobile phone number and opting in to receive text messages from NSIC, you agree to these SMS Terms.

NSIC text messages are sent to provide membership updates, event invitations and reminders, educational content notifications, organizational announcements, legislative or policy alerts, and administrative communications related to NSIC services.

You may opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time by replying STOP to any NSIC text message. After opting out, you will no longer receive SMS messages unless you re-subscribe.

Message frequency varies based on your interaction with NSIC services and upcoming events.

Message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier plan.

Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.

By opting in, you confirm you are authorized to receive messages at the mobile number provided.

Disclaimer of Warranties

NSIC provides content and services for educational and informational purposes. While we strive for accuracy and quality, all services and content are provided “as is” without warranties of any kind, express or implied. NSIC does not guarantee specific outcomes, results, or financial performance based on information provided.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, NSIC shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the website, services, events, or content. NSIC’s total liability for any claim shall not exceed the amount paid by you to NSIC for the specific service giving rise to the claim.

Third-Party Links and Services

NSIC’s website may contain links to third-party websites or services. NSIC does not control and is not responsible for third-party content, policies, or practices. Your use of third-party services is subject to their respective terms and policies.

Termination

NSIC may suspend or terminate your access to the website, membership, or services at any time if you violate these Terms or engage in conduct that harms NSIC, its members, or its mission.

Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed under the laws of the United States and the State in which NSIC is incorporated, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Changes to These Terms

NSIC may update these Terms periodically. Updated versions will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of NSIC services constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

Contact Information

For questions regarding these Terms of Service, you may contact the National Security Investment Consultant Institute at info@nsic.org or visit https://nsic.org

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