DrMelanieEmpowers.com

Operated by Empower Us, Inc.

Effective Date: April 27, 2026

Welcome to drmelanieempowers.com. Please read these Terms and Conditions carefully before using our website. By accessing or using this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, please discontinue use of the website immediately.

1.1 These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the website located at drmelanieempowers.com ("Website"), which is owned and operated by Empower Us, Inc., a Texas corporation with its principal place of business in Austin, Texas. These Terms are effective as of April 27, 2026.

1.2 By accessing, browsing, or otherwise using this Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms, as well as our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated herein by reference. If you are using this Website on behalf of an organization, you represent and warrant that you have the authority to bind that organization to these Terms.

1.3 We reserve the right to update, amend, or modify these Terms at any time, in our sole discretion. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically. Your continued use of the Website following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of such changes.

1.4 These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Website, including, without limitation, browsers, customers, clients, vendors, content contributors, and any person who interacts with our digital platforms.

For the purposes of these Terms, the following definitions shall apply:

2.1 "Website" means drmelanieempowers.com and all associated subdomains, web pages, digital platforms, and online resources owned or operated by Empower Us, Inc.

2.2 "Services" means all services offered by or through the Website or by Empower Us, Inc., including but not limited to: leadership development consulting; organizational transformation advisory services; executive coaching and professional development coaching; corporate training programs; workshops and seminars; retreats and immersive learning experiences; podcast content (including but not limited to audio recordings, transcripts, and show notes); online courses and educational materials; frameworks, methodologies, and proprietary curricula (including "Growing Up: The Age of Your Emotions"); and any other professional services, digital products, or educational resources made available through the Website.

2.3 "Content" means all text, graphics, logos, images, photographs, audio recordings, video recordings, podcast episodes, blog posts, articles, curricula, frameworks, proprietary methodologies, downloadable materials, data, software, and any other information or materials published, displayed, or otherwise made available on or through the Website.

2.4 "User" or "you"or "your" means any individual who accesses, browses, or uses the Website, whether as a visitor, registered user, client, customer, or in any other capacity.

2.5 "We," "us," "our," or "Company" means Empower Us, Inc., its affiliates (including Empower Us, Inc.), its officers, directors, employees, agents, contractors, and representatives, including Dr. Melanie Empowers in her capacity as Founder, President, and Executive/Principal Consultant.

3.1 Eligibility. You must be at least eighteen (18) years of age to use this Website. If you are under eighteen (18) years of age, you may only use this Website with the involvement and consent of a parent or legal guardian. By using this Website, you represent and warrant that you meet the applicable age requirements.

3.2 Lawful Use. You agree to use the Website only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You shall not use the Website in any manner that could damage, disable, overburden, or impair the Website or interfere with any other party's use and enjoyment of the Website.

3.3 Account Credentials. To the extent that the Website requires you to create an account or establish login credentials, you are solely responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account information, including your username and password. You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account or any other breach of security. We shall not be liable for any loss or damage arising from your failure to maintain the security of your account credentials.

3.4 Accuracy of Information. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information when submitting any forms, registrations, inquiries, or other communications through the Website. You further agree to update such information promptly to maintain its accuracy and completeness.

3.5 Compliance with Laws. You agree to comply with all applicable local, state, national, and international laws, statutes, regulations, and ordinances in connection with your use of the Website and any transactions conducted on or through the Website.

4.1 Ownership. All Content on the Website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, icons, images, photographs, audio and video clips, podcast episodes, digital downloads, curricula, frameworks, proprietary methodologies, data compilations, software, and branding elements, is the exclusive property of Empower Us, Inc. or its licensors and is protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property or proprietary rights laws.

4.2 Trademarks. The names, logos, and all related marks of "Dr. Melanie Empowers," "All Empowered," "Empower Us," and "Growing Up: The Age of Your Emotions" are trademarks or registered trademarks of Empower Us, Inc. All other trademarks, service marks, and trade names appearing on the Website are the property of their respective owners. Nothing on this Website shall be construed as granting, by implication, estoppel, or otherwise, any license or right to use any trademark without the prior written permission of Empower Us, Inc. or the applicable trademark owner.

4.3 Limited License. Subject to your compliance with these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and view the Content on the Website solely for your personal, non-commercial use. This license does not include the right to:

(a) reproduce, distribute, publicly display, or publicly perform any Content;

(b) modify, adapt, translate, or create derivative works based on any Content;

(c) use any Content for commercial purposes without our prior written consent;

(d) systematically download or store Content from the Website; or

(e) use any data mining, robots, or similar data gathering or extraction tools on the Website.

4.4 Reservation of Rights. All rights not expressly granted in these Terms are reserved by Empower Us, Inc. No Content from the Website may be copied, reproduced, republished, uploaded, posted, transmitted, or distributed in any way without our prior written consent, except as expressly permitted herein.

5.1 Informational and Educational Purposes.The Content and Services available on or through this Website are provided for general informational and educational purposes only. Our leadership development consulting, organizational transformation advisory services, coaching, training, workshops, retreats, podcast content, and related materials are designed to provide guidance and support for professional and personal growth.

5.2 Not Professional Advice. Nothing contained on this Website or communicated through our Services shall be construed as professional medical, psychological, therapeutic, legal, financial, or accounting advice. The Content does not create a therapist-client, attorney-client, or any other professional-client relationship. Users should consult qualified professionals for advice specific to their individual circumstances.

5.3 No Guarantee of Outcomes. While we are deeply committed to empowering individuals and organizations, Dr. Melanie Empowers and Empower Us, Inc. do not guarantee specific results or outcomes from the use of our coaching, consulting, training, or educational services. Success depends on many factors, including each individual's effort, commitment, background, and circumstances.

5.4 Testimonials and Case Studies. Any testimonials, case studies, success stories, or examples of results displayed on the Website represent the individual experiences of specific clients or participants. These are not intended as guarantees, representations, or warranties that any current or future client will achieve the same or similar results. Individual outcomes may vary significantly.

6.1 In addition to other prohibitions set forth in these Terms, you are prohibited from using the Website or its Content for any of the following purposes:

(a) violating any applicable local, state, national, or international law, statute, regulation, or ordinance;

(b) infringing upon or violating the intellectual property rights, privacy rights, publicity rights, or any other rights of any third party;

(c) transmitting any viruses, worms, Trojan horses, malware, spyware, or any other harmful, malicious, or destructive code or software;

(d) attempting to gain unauthorized access to the Website, its servers, databases, or any connected networks or systems;

(e) engaging in any unauthorized scraping, data mining, data harvesting, or data extraction activities;

(f) using the Website for any fraudulent, deceptive, or misleading purpose;

(g) harassing, threatening, intimidating, bullying, or abusing any other user or any employee, contractor, or representative of Empower Us, Inc.;

(h) impersonating any person or entity, or falsely stating or otherwise misrepresenting your affiliation with any person or entity;

(i) using any automated systems, including without limitation robots, spiders, crawlers, or bots, to access or interact with the Website without our prior written permission;

(j) interfering with, circumventing, or disabling any security-related features of the Website, including features that prevent or restrict the use or copying of Content;

(k) using Content from the Website for any commercial purpose or for the benefit of any third party without our prior written authorization;

(l) collecting or tracking the personal information of other users without their consent; or

(m) engaging in any activity that, in our sole judgment, may be harmful to the Website, our users, our reputation, or our business interests.

6.2 We reserve the right to investigate and take appropriate legal action against anyone who, in our sole discretion, violates this Section 6, including without limitation removing offending content, suspending or terminating the violator's access to the Website, and reporting such violations to law enforcement authorities.

7.1 License Grant. By submitting, posting, uploading, or otherwise providing any content to us or through the Website — including but not limited to comments, testimonials, feedback, reviews, form submissions, photographs, or other materials ("User Content") — you hereby grant Empower Us, Inc. a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable, worldwide license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, display, distribute, and create derivative works from such User Content, in whole or in part, in any media format and through any media channel, for any lawful purpose.

7.2 Representations. By submitting User Content, you represent and warrant that: (a) you own or otherwise control all of the rights to such User Content; (b) the User Content is accurate and not misleading; (c) the use of the User Content does not violate these Terms and will not cause injury to any person or entity; and (d) you have obtained all necessary permissions, releases, and consents from any third parties whose personal information or likeness may be included in your User Content.

7.3 Right to Remove. We reserve the right, but are not obligated, to monitor, review, edit, or remove any User Content at our sole discretion, for any reason or no reason, including but not limited to User Content that we determine to be unlawful, offensive, threatening, defamatory, obscene, or otherwise objectionable, or that violates the intellectual property rights of any party or these Terms.

8.1 The Website may contain links, references, or connections to third-party websites, applications, services, or resources that are not owned or controlled by Empower Us, Inc. These links are provided solely as a convenience to you and do not imply our endorsement, sponsorship, or recommendation of the third-party content, products, or services.

8.2 We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, practices, accuracy, opinions, or availability of any third-party websites or resources. Your use of any third-party website or resource is at your own risk and subject to the terms and conditions and privacy policies of such third-party website or resource.

8.3 We encourage you to review the terms of service and privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit through links on our Website. If you have any concerns regarding a third-party link on our Website, please contact us using the information provided in Section 20 below.

9.1 Privacy Policy. Your use of the Website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which describes how we collect, use, store, disclose, and protect your personal data. The Privacy Policy is available on the Website and is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using the Website, you consent to the practices described in the Privacy Policy.

9.2 Data Collection. We may collect personal data through various means, including but not limited to: contact forms and registration forms; email subscriptions and newsletter sign-ups; service inquiries and booking requests; website analytics and tracking technologies; cookies and similar technologies; and interactions with our social media pages and podcast platforms.

9.3 Texas Data Privacy and Security Act (TDPSA). Empower Us, Inc. is committed to compliance with the Texas Data Privacy and Security Act (TDPSA), effective July 1, 2024, and its universal opt-out provisions effective January 1, 2025. In accordance with the TDPSA, Texas residents have certain rights regarding their personal data, including the right to know whether their personal data is being processed, the right to access their personal data, the right to correct inaccuracies, the right to delete their personal data, and the right to opt out of the processing of their personal data for purposes of targeted advertising, the sale of personal data, or profiling. For further information on how to exercise these rights, please refer to our Privacy Policy or contact us at the information provided in Section 20.

9.4 Children's Privacy. The Website is not directed to individuals under the age of thirteen (13), and we do not knowingly collect personal data from children under the age of thirteen (13). If we become aware that a child under thirteen (13) has provided us with personal data, we will promptly delete such data.

10.1 The Website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies (such as web beacons, pixel tags, and local storage) to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, understand user behavior, and deliver relevant content.

10.2 Types of Cookies. We may use the following categories of cookies:

(a) Essential Cookies: Necessary for the basic functionality and security of the Website. These cookies cannot be disabled without impairing your ability to use the Website.

(b) Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with the Website by collecting and reporting information about usage patterns, page views, and traffic sources.

(c) Functionality Cookies: Allow the Website to remember choices you make (such as your language preferences or login information) to provide a more personalized experience.

(d) Marketing Cookies: Used to track visitors across websites and display advertisements that are relevant and engaging for individual users.

10.3 Managing Cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality and performance of the Website. For detailed information about how we use cookies, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

10.4 Global Privacy Control. In accordance with the TDPSA, we honor recognized universal opt-out mechanisms, including the Global Privacy Control (GPC) signal. If your browser transmits a GPC signal, we will treat that signal as a valid request to opt out of the sale of your personal data and targeted advertising.

11.1 Fees. Fees for Services, including but not limited to consulting engagements, coaching sessions, workshops, retreats, training programs, and digital products, are as quoted or listed at the time of purchase or engagement. All fees are stated in United States Dollars (USD) unless otherwise specified.

11.2 Payment. Payment is due in accordance with the terms communicated at the time of purchase or as outlined in a separate service agreement or engagement letter. We accept payment methods as indicated on the Website or in your service agreement. You are responsible for all applicable taxes associated with your purchase.

11.3 Cancellation and Refunds.Cancellation and refund policies may vary depending on the nature of the Service purchased:

(a) Consulting and Coaching: Cancellations must be made at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to a scheduled session. Failure to cancel within this timeframe may result in forfeiture of the session fee.

(b) Workshops and Retreats: Refund requests must be submitted in writing at least fourteen (14) calendar days prior to the event start date of the event. Refunds are subject to a reasonable administrative fee. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made fewer than fourteen (14) calendar days before the event or for no-shows.

(c) Digital Products: Due to the nature of digital content, all sales of digital products (including online courses, downloadable materials, and recorded content) are final and non-refundable, unless otherwise required by applicable law.

11.4 Additional Terms. Specific consulting, coaching, or training engagements may be governed by separate service agreements, engagement letters, or statements of work that contain additional payment terms, deliverables, and conditions. In the event of a conflict between these Terms and a separate service agreement, the terms of the separate service agreement shall prevail with respect to the specific engagement.

12.1 AS-IS Basis. THE WEBSITE AND ALL CONTENT, SERVICES, MATERIALS, AND INFORMATION AVAILABLE ON OR THROUGH THE WEBSITE ARE PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS, WITHOUT ANY WARRANTIES OR REPRESENTATIONS OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED, STATUTORY, OR OTHERWISE.

12.2 Disclaimer of Warranties. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, EMPOWER US, INC. EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED, OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, NON-INFRINGEMENT, ACCURACY, RELIABILITY, AND ANY WARRANTIES ARISING OUT OF COURSE OF DEALING, USAGE, OR TRADE PRACTICE.

12.3 No Guarantee of Availability. We do not warrant that the Website will be available at all times, uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free, or that defects will be corrected. We do not warrant that the results obtained from the use of the Website or Services will be accurate, reliable, or complete. We do not warrant that the Website is free of viruses, malware, or other harmful components.

12.4 Errors and Omissions. While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date Content, we are not responsible for any errors, omissions, inaccuracies, or outdated information contained on the Website. Any reliance on the Content is at your own risk.

13.1 Exclusion of Damages. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF TEXAS AND APPLICABLE FEDERAL LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL EMPOWER US, INC., DR. MELANIE EMPOWERS, EMPOWER US, INC., OR ANY OF THEIR RESPECTIVE OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, CONTRACTORS, AFFILIATES, SUBSIDIARIES, SUCCESSORS, OR ASSIGNS (COLLECTIVELY, THE "RELEASED PARTIES") BE LIABLE TO YOU OR ANY THIRD PARTY FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF REVENUE, LOSS OF DATA, LOSS OF GOODWILL, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, OR ANY OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH:

(a) your access to or use of, or inability to access or use, the Website or any Content;

(b) any conduct or content of any third party on or in connection with the Website;

(c) any Content obtained from the Website or Services; or

(d) unauthorized access, use, or alteration of your transmissions or data,

WHETHER BASED ON WARRANTY, CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), STRICT LIABILITY, OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY, AND WHETHER OR NOT THE RELEASED PARTIES HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

13.2 Cap on Liability. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, THE TOTAL AGGREGATE LIABILITY OF THE RELEASED PARTIES FOR ALL CLAIMS ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THESE TERMS, THE WEBSITE, THE CONTENT, OR THE SERVICES SHALL NOT EXCEED THE GREATER OF: (A) THE TOTAL AMOUNT PAID BY YOU TO EMPOWER US, INC. FOR SERVICES DURING THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS IMMEDIATELY PRECEDING THE EVENT GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIM; OR (B) ONE HUNDRED UNITED STATES DOLLARS ($100.00 USD).

13.3 Applicability. The limitations set forth in this Section 13 shall apply regardless of the form of action, whether in contract, tort (including negligence), strict liability, or otherwise, and shall survive and apply even if any limited remedy specified in these Terms is found to have failed of its essential purpose. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of certain damages; in such jurisdictions, the liability of the Released Parties shall be limited to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law.

14.1 You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Empower Us, Inc., Dr. Melanie Empowers, Empower Us, Inc., and each of their respective officers, directors, employees, agents, contractors, affiliates, subsidiaries, successors, and assigns from and against any and all claims, actions, demands, liabilities, judgments, settlements, losses, costs, damages, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees and court costs) arising out of or relating to:

(a) your use of or access to the Website or any Services;

(b) your violation of any provision of these Terms;

(c) your violation of any applicable law, regulation, or third-party right, including without limitation any intellectual property right, privacy right, or publicity right;

(d) any User Content that you submit, post, or transmit through the Website; or

(e) any claim that your User Content caused damage to a third party.

14.2 This indemnification obligation shall survive the termination or expiration of these Terms and your use of the Website.

15.1 Governing Law. These Terms and any dispute or claim arising out of or in connection with them, their subject matter, or their formation (including non-contractual disputes or claims) shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas, without giving effect to any principles of conflicts of law that would require the application of the laws of another jurisdiction.

15.2 Jurisdiction and Venue. You agree that any legal action, suit, or proceeding arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Website shall be instituted exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Travis County, Texas. You hereby irrevocably consent to the personal jurisdiction and venue of such courts and waive any objection based on inconvenient forum or lack of personal jurisdiction.

15.3 Informal Resolution. Before initiating any formal legal proceedings, you agree to first attempt to resolve any dispute informally by contacting us at the address provided in Section 20 below. We will endeavor in good faith to resolve any dispute through informal negotiations within thirty (30) calendar days of receiving your written notice. If the dispute cannot be resolved informally within this period, either party may proceed with formal legal action as provided in this Section 15.

15.4 Waiver of Jury Trial. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, EACH PARTY HEREBY IRREVOCABLY AND UNCONDITIONALLY WAIVES ANY RIGHT IT MAY HAVE TO A TRIAL BY JURY IN RESPECT OF ANY LEGAL ACTION, SUIT, OR PROCEEDING ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THESE TERMS OR THE TRANSACTIONS CONTEMPLATED HEREBY.

15.5 Attorneys' Fees. Unless otherwise provided by applicable law or a separate written agreement between the parties, each party shall bear its own attorneys' fees, costs, and expenses in connection with any dispute arising under these Terms.

16.1 Termination by Us. We reserve the right, in our sole discretion, to suspend or terminate your access to the Website, in whole or in part, at any time and for any reason, including but not limited to a violation of these Terms, without prior notice or liability to you.

16.2 Effect of Termination. Upon termination, your right to use the Website will immediately cease. Any provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including but not limited to: Section 4 (Intellectual Property Rights), Section 12 (Disclaimers and Warranties), Section 13 (Limitation of Liability), Section 14 (Indemnification), Section 15 (Governing Law and Dispute Resolution), and Section 17 (Severability).

16.3 Termination by You. You may terminate your agreement to these Terms at any time by discontinuing your use of the Website and, if applicable, by closing your account. Termination shall not relieve you of any obligations incurred prior to the date of termination, including any outstanding payment obligations.

17.1 If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid, illegal, void, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the invalidity or unenforceability of such provision shall not affect the validity or enforceability of the remaining provisions of these Terms, which shall remain in full force and effect.

17.2 In the event that any provision is found to be unenforceable, the parties agree that the court may modify such provision to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable, while preserving the original intent of the provision to the greatest extent possible.

18.1 These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy and any other legal notices, policies, or service-specific agreements published by us on the Website or executed between you and Empower Us, Inc., constitute the entire agreement between you and Empower Us, Inc. with respect to your use of the Website and supersede all prior or contemporaneous understandings, communications, proposals, and agreements, whether written or oral, between you and Empower Us, Inc. regarding the Website.

18.2 No waiver of any term or condition set forth in these Terms shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or condition, or a waiver of any other term or condition. Our failure to assert any right or provision under these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

19.1 We reserve the right to revise, update, or otherwise modify these Terms at any time, in our sole discretion. Any changes will become effective immediately upon posting the revised Terms on the Website with an updated effective date at the top of this page.

19.2 For material changes to these Terms, we will make reasonable efforts to provide notice by posting a prominent notice on the Website or by sending a notification to registered users, where applicable. However, it is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically to stay informed of any updates.

19.3 Your continued use of the Website following the posting of revised Terms constitutes your acceptance of and agreement to the revised Terms. If you do not agree to any changes, you must discontinue your use of the Website immediately.

20.1 If you have any questions, concerns, or comments about these Terms and Conditions, or if you wish to exercise any of your rights described herein, please contact us using the information below:

Empower Us, Inc.

Austin, Texas

Website: drmelanieempowers.com

Email: info@drmelanieempowers.com

20.2 We are committed to addressing your inquiries in a timely and professional manner. We encourage you to reach out to us with any questions about these Terms, our Privacy Policy, our Services, or any other aspect of your experience with drmelanieempowers.com. Your feedback helps us continue to serve you better.

Thank you for visiting drmelanieempowers.com. We appreciate your trust and are committed to empowering your leadership journey. By using our Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms and Conditions in their entirety.

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Last Updated: April 27, 2026