Policy Statements

Core Purpose

Core Values

1. CoreNet Global members, staff, volunteers and other stakeholders are professional, courteous, respectful, ethical and accountable in their actions and behaviors.
2. There is a spirit of volunteerism, teamwork, cooperation, and camaraderie in all that we endeavor.
3. The staff-volunteer partnership is powerful and vital to the success of the organization.
4. The organization fosters a sense of community and collaboration that facilitates individual growth and helps advance the corporate real estate profession.
5. CoreNet Global values and cultivates diversity and inclusion in its membership, programs, and all endeavors.

Core Strategic Principles

1. CoreNet Global focuses primarily on products and services that advance the practice of corporate real estate.
2. CoreNet Global will support companies and individuals in their desire to strengthen the practice and understanding of corporate real estate’s value to the enterprise.
3. CoreNet Global will be timely, innovative, creative, flexible and adaptable in meeting the needs of its stakeholders globally.
4. CoreNet Global will maintain a global brand while remaining respectful to local customs, culture, business and economic practices.
5. Market research, business case development and lifecycle management drive product and service decisions.
6. CoreNet Global will make a positive contribution towards a sustainable future.
7. CoreNet Global will partner and/or compete with other organizations to achieve its strategies.

Privacy Policy

All CoreNet Global membership lists are a members-only benefit, and their use is limited to professional networking and individual networking only - not for selling or mass solicitation. Any misuse of these lists including their reproduction either electronically or manually constitutes a copyright infringement against CoreNet Global and its members.

The information you provide will be used to keep you informed about events, news, and relevant information regarding CoreNet Global and will not be sold or disclosed to any third party.

E-mail Communication

As a member of CoreNet Global, you understand that CoreNet Global will send you e-mails periodically, and these electronic communications may contain messages or links to third party websites. If you choose to visit a third-party website, you do so of your own free will. CoreNet Global does not govern information collected on third-party websites, and we assume no responsibility for any misuse of your information by any third party.

CoreNet Global is in accordance with the CAN-SPAM Act of 2003 and intends to be a leader in ensuring members' privacy and will unsubscribe members from our database in a timely fashion.

You have the opportunity to unsubscribe from each CoreNet Global e-mail communications at any time via a link at the bottom of every e-mail. If you unsubscribe from our e-mail mailing list, you understand that CoreNet Global will no longer send you e-mails, and your personal information will not be utilized for any future endeavors, with the exception of periodic postal mailings regarding your membership and CoreNet Global events and news.

We do collect reporting and tracking information related to how users respond to the e-mail newsletters we send. We analyze this data for internal use and will not sell or transfer this data.

Web Cookies

CoreNet Global collects cookies on our Web site to capture information about page visits. This information is anonymous and CoreNet Global uses this information only internally - to deliver the most effective content to our visitors. Information from the cookies is used to gauge page popularity, analyze traffic patterns on our site and guide development of other improvements to our site. CoreNet Global does not require that you accept cookies, however, some functionality on our Web site, our product or service check-out process, and products and services may be disabled if you decline to accept cookies. You can set your browser to notify you when you receive a cookie, giving you the chance to decide whether or not to accept it. You may also change your cookie settings through preferences options in our products and/or services, where applicable. CoreNet Global never gives away information about our users. If you choose to e-mail us and provide personally identifiable information about yourself, CoreNet Global will use this information only to respond to your inquiry. CoreNet Global will not sell, rent or otherwise disclose that information to third parties unless such disclosure is necessary for the purposes set forth in this Policy, by law or a policy or notice contained or associated with a specific CoreNet Global product or service.

CoreNet Global uses analytics data and the DoubleClick cookie to serve ads based on a user's prior visits to our website.  Site visitors may opt out of the DoubleClick cookie by visiting the Google advertising opt-out page or they may opt out of Google Analytics by visiting the Google Analytics opt-out page.

Google has additional information available about their Remarketing Privacy Guidelines, Policies, and Restrictions.

This policy may be changed or updated from time to time, so please check this page periodically.

If you have any questions or comments, please send an email to corenetglobal@corenetglobal.org

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CoreNet Global Membership List:

Members have expressed concern over the growing frequency of email and direct mail solicitation from other members and industry professionals. Because the CoreNet Global membership list is considered a members-only benefit to enabling access to members and in the operation of the association, its use for mass marketing or other solicitations is not allowed.

The list, whether through the CoreNet Global Web site or other sources, is a membership resource only for professional networking and knowledge sharing, and is not offered for sale.

Examples of accepted use include contacting members for advice on solving a problem, doing the job better, customizing an approach to a global region or local market, sharing best practices, and seeking opinions or recommendations on vendors or alliance partners.

Members are welcome to access membership lists for association business or knowledge sharing at the Chapter level through their Chapter leadership and the respective Chapter Web sites that serve each local group. In addition, members have 24/7 password-protected access to individual membership listings at www.corenetglobal.org.

Members are encouraged to actively promote their products and services at the Corporate Real Estate Marketplace Exposition (Innovation Pavilion) held at CoreNet Global Summits.

Policy for the Shared Use and Protection of Intellectual Property

CoreNet Global Policy for the Shared Use and Protection of Intellectual Property as approved by the CoreNet Global Board at the San Diego 2008 Board meeting. 

A. Foster an environment that supports maintaining open knowledge sharing and development with CoreNet Global members, the corporate real estate industry, non-Governmental Organizations, the government and the public.

1. Although it is understood by all that CoreNet Global's obligation to “police” such activity is limited to those parties directly involved in CoreNet Global and with whom CoreNet has some contractual relationship.
2. Any unique or original expression or work capable of protection under the Copyright Act of 1976 (and subsequent amendments).
3. With the party seeking such ownership recognition having the affirmative obligation to claim such as early as possible in the involvement of the intellectual property in CoreNet Global's use.
4. A “compilation” is a work formed by the collection and assembling of preexisting materials or of data that are selected, coordinated, or arranged in such a way that the resulting work as a whole constitutes an original work of authorship. The term “compilation” includes collective works.
5. Examples of such would be Committees, Task Forces, Communities or collaborative efforts between various parties brought together within and by CoreNet Global.

Cancellation Policy

Up to 15 days prior to the event: with written notice, registrants may transfer their registration to a colleague (member to non-member transfer requires higher registration fee be paid) for a $100.00 transfer fee. Registrants may also retain a credit on their CoreNet Global account in the amount of the purchase price minus $100 good for use for two years towards a Global Summit or seminar. No refunds will be given. There will be no exceptions to this policy.

15 days or less prior to the event: as food and beverage guarantees have been made on your behalf, registrations may ONLY be transferred registration to a colleague (member to non-member transfer requires higher registration fee be paid) for a $100.00 transfer fee. Requests to transfer a registration to a future Summit or to retain a credit will NOT be permitted and will result in the forfeiture of fees.

Badge Policy

Official conference name badges will be distributed to all CoreNet Global Summit/Conference participants. A full Summit/Conference name badge serves as a "ticket" to all events including sessions, summits, the exhibit hall and any other events or functions associated with CoreNet Global. An Expo only name badge only serves as a ticket to the exhibit hall and all things that occur in the exhibit hall. No one will be allowed entrance into sessions, the exhibit hall, and/or keynote sessions without an official CoreNet Global name badge.

A single badge will be issued to an individual registrant. Badge swapping or badge sharing is not permitted. Violations of this policy may result in cancellation of the registration without refund.

Name Badge Replacement

Registrants are advised to secure name badge in a safe place throughout the conference. The cost for a replacement name badge is $25.00. 

On Entertaining Attendees at CoreNet Global Summits

CoreNet Global requires that, without prior agreement, no private business, social or educational activities are arranged that would in any way compete with the Summit schedule of events for the duration of the conference. This policy subject to revision.

Definitions (events this policy refers to includes but is not limited to):

Private events:

By invitation-only, for 12 or more guests. These events may be held on or off-site at the discretion of the host. Private events will not be published in the onsite final program. Please note that CoreNet Global is not involved in the coordination of these events including logistics and venue selection. The hosting of a private event is reserved for Summit exhibitors, sponsors and annual Silver and Gold Strategic Partners.

Entertainment Schedule

We ask that you do not schedule activities during the unauthorized times detailed below:

Chapter Events:

Those organized and hosted by CoreNet Global local chapters, must be held in the designated venue and time slot and cannot be held during the times authorized for private events. Chapters must complete a separate chapter event application form sent to chapter leaders and submit by the required deadline. Limited space available. Contact Erin Halten at ehalten@corenetglobal.org for more details.

Distribution of Promotional Materials:

Distribution of promotional materials at any CoreNet Global Summit venue, on or offsite, including but not limited to brochures, gift items, publications or flyers is strictly prohibited without prior written approval by CoreNet Global. For a list of venues & approval, please contact Fred Hernandez or Katie Witters at promotions@corenetglobal.org.

Enforcement/Penalties:

We appreciate your cooperation and adherence to these policies. We regret that any infringements of this policy will be brought to the attention of the CoreNet Global Board of Directors. The board will review circumstances surrounding any violations and will determine whether penalties will be applied.

Penalties for violating CoreNet Global’s Entertainment Policy are:

1. First Offense – a written warning.
2. Second Offense – loss of Summit attendance privileges for the following twelve (12) months for staff involved directly in the violation.
3. Third Offense – revocation of membership for staff involved directly in the violation.

Registration of Private Events:

All private events must be approved by & registered with CoreNet Global. To register your event, please complete the form below and email to registration@corenetglobal.org. Your event will be processed within 48 hours of receipt. If you have any questions please contact Henry Rosales at hrosales@corenetglobal.org.

Image and Video Use Policy

Image Policy & Consent

Permission to Use Image in Videos and Photograph

During Summit and other events, CoreNet Global and its vendors may, from time to time, take pictures or videos at the Summit. Event Attendees may appear in those pictures or videos. Those pictures or videos may be used as part of CoreNet Global’s marketing.

You grant CoreNet Global, its representatives, employees and others authorized by CoreNet Global, the right to lawfully make and use Video footage and or photographs of you and your property, without payment or consideration, for any purposes, including, but not limited to publicity, illustration, advertising, and Web content.  You understand and agree that these materials will become the property of CoreNet Global and will not be returned to you. Further, you grant CoreNet Global the right to make audio and or video recording of your speaking engagement. Such recordings may be sold or provided free to CoreNet Global Members or their companies and distributed or posted electronically.

You authorize CoreNet Global, or its designee, the right to edit, alter, copy, exhibit, publish or distribute this such recording for purposes of publicizing CoreNet Global’s programs or for any other lawful purpose. In addition, you waive the right to inspect or approve the finished product, including written or electronic copy, wherein your likeness appears. Additionally, you waive any right to royalties or other compensation arising or related to the use of the photograph.

You authorize CoreNet Global, its assigns and transferees to copyright, use and publish the same in print and/or electronically. You agree that CoreNet Global may use such video or photographs of you with or without you name.

You hereby hold harmless and release and forever discharge CoreNet Global from all claims, demands, and causes of action which you, your heirs, representatives, executors, administrators, or any other persons acting on my behalf or on behalf of my estate have or may have by reason of this authorization.

Cancellation Policy

This policy applies to all in-person learning seminars and live virtual learning events. Seminars and learning events taking place at a Global Summit are subject to the Summit Cancellation Policy.   

• Registrants may transfer their registration to a colleague, roll their registration over to another seminar/event, or retain a credit on their CoreNet Global account in the amount of the purchase price (valid for 1 years from the seminar/event start date). Member to non-member transfers require the difference in registration fee to be paid. Registration Fees are non-refundable.   
• 5 business days up to the day of the seminar/event: Registrations may ONLY be transferred to another individual. Contact your learning concierge for assistance.  
• Day of the seminar/event: If you are unable to attend a seminar/event and unable provide adequate notice, registration fees are non-transferrable and will result if forfeiture of registration fees.

Questions and appeals to this policy may be directed to learning@corenetglobal.org   

Policy

This Harassment Policy is meant to guide the actions of members, attendees, exhibitors, sponsors, vendors, and others that are representing CoreNet Global or participating in CoreNet Global events (collectively referred to as “Participants”).  It is meant to be applied during all CoreNet Global Summits, Chapter events, meetings, conferences, forums, and meeting-related events, including those sponsored by organizations other than CoreNet Global but held in conjunction with CoreNet Global events in which they participate (collectively referred to as “CoreNet Global Events”). 

The term “Harassment” as used in this Harassment Policy covers a wide range of behaviors of an offensive nature. It is commonly understood as behavior that disturbs, threatens or upsets the recipient, and it is characteristically repetitive. Sexual harassment refers to persistent and unwanted sexual advances (actions or spoken), directed at an individual. Harassment can include but is not limited to: comments that are lewd, lascivious, demeaning or derogatory, unwelcome discussion of sexual orientation or gender identity, sexual images in public spaces, deliberate intimidation, stalking, or following, inappropriate physical contact or unwelcome sexual attention, including any specific activity for which affirmative consent was not requested and given.

1. Expected Behavior
   1. Participants are expected to at all times uphold the reputation of CoreNet Global and the dignity of membership therein while representing CoreNet Global or attending CoreNet Global Events.  As such, all members, and participants, attendees, invitees, and vendors at events and meetings shall be treated with respect and consideration.
   2. Participants shall be considerate, respectful, and collaborative, communicating openly with respect for others, and critiquing ideas rather than individuals. 
   3. At all times during meetings and events, the specific rules and policies of the meeting, event, venue, hotel, or CoreNet Global contracted facilities shall be respected in their entirety.

2. Unacceptable Behavior
   1. CoreNet Global does not tolerate any form of harassment or discrimination by its Participants on the basis of, but not limited to: sex, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, handicap, citizenship, marital status, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law.  As such, CoreNet Global expects all Participants to not engage in any form of harassment of this aforementioned nature.      
   2. Harassment and discrimination are prohibited wherever and whenever representation of CoreNet Global is being performed or at any meeting a Participant is attending, whether at CoreNet Global offices, in another location during meeting or event or at a CoreNet Global-sponsored social event.
   3. Any unprofessional, or inappropriate, conduct whether or not it is unlawful harassment or discrimination is contrary to this Policy and is taken very seriously by CoreNet Global.

3. Consequences
   1. Any individual requested to stop any unacceptable behavior is expected to comply immediately.
   2. At any CoreNet Global event or meeting, CoreNet Global may take any action deemed necessary and appropriate, including removal of a Participant, for any unacceptable behavior as described above. 
   3. Any unacceptable behavior may also be remedied by CoreNet Global in a manner reasonably believed to eliminate the possibility of the behavior happening again including, but not limited to, future curtailment of the violator’s rights to participate at events as well as suspension/termination of membership.

4. Reporting:
   If someone makes you or anyone else feel unsafe or unwelcome, you are not required to, but you are encouraged to report potential incidents and event staff or event leadership, who will take seriously all concerns brought to them. Harassment reduces the value of our events for everyone.