1. Agreement to Terms
By scheduling a consultation with Jonathan Cornell or using services available through jonathancornell.com (the "Site"), you agree to these Terms of Service (the "Terms"). If you do not agree, do not book or attend consultations.
2. Services Offered
2.1 Consulting Services
I provide strategic advisory services in the following areas:
- Real estate investment and transactions
- Aviation consulting and aircraft acquisition
- Technology and AI strategy
- Strategic planning and executive coaching
2.2 Nature of Services
All consultations are advisory in nature only. I provide strategic guidance, frameworks, and recommendations based on my experience and expertise. Implementation is your sole responsibility.
2.3 Professional Disclaimer
I am not:
- A licensed attorney (legal advice)
- A licensed financial advisor or investment advisor (investment advice)
- A licensed CPA or tax professional (tax advice)
- Acting in any fiduciary capacity
You should consult appropriate licensed professionals for legal, financial, tax, or other regulated advice.
2.4 Real Estate Advisory Services
Real estate advisory services offered through this website are strategic consulting only and are billed on an hourly basis at the rates specified. These consulting services DO NOT include:
- Property brokerage or transaction representation
- Listing services for sale, lease, or rental properties
- Acting as a buyer's agent or seller's agent
- Facilitating or negotiating real estate transactions
- Earning commissions on real estate deals
I provide strategic advice, market analysis, investment evaluation, deal structure consulting, and planning services. If you require brokerage services for buying, selling, leasing, or managing property, you must engage a licensed real estate brokerage firm separately.
Separation of Professional Activities: I maintain professional credentials and relationships in multiple industries, including real estate. However, my consulting practice operates independently. Consulting clients receive advisory services only. Any other professional services would require separate engagement agreements and fee structures.
3. Consultation Formats
3.1 Complimentary Strategy Session (30 minutes)
- Purpose: Explore fit and discuss high-level challenges
- Fee: Free
- Format: Video call (Google Meet or similar)
- Deliverables: Conversation only, no formal deliverables
3.2 Strategic Advisory Consultation (60 minutes)
- Purpose: Deep-dive problem solving with actionable recommendations
- Fee: $400 (due at booking)
- Format: Video call (Google Meet or similar)
- Deliverables: Action plan summary and relevant resources (provided within 24-48 hours)
4. Booking and Payment
4.1 Booking Process
Consultations are scheduled through zcal.co. By booking, you agree to:
- Provide accurate contact information
- Complete pre-consultation questionnaire (paid consultations)
- Join the call on time with working audio/video
4.2 Payment Terms
- Paid consultations require payment at time of booking via Stripe
- Payment is non-refundable except as outlined in Section 5
- Fees are in USD
- You are responsible for any bank fees, currency conversion charges, or taxes
4.3 No Recurring Charges
Unless you explicitly book multiple sessions or a retainer agreement, there are no recurring charges. Each consultation is a one-time fee.
5. Cancellation and Refund Policy
5.1 Your Cancellations
- 72+ hours before: Full refund (100%)
- 48-72 hours before: 50% refund
- Less than 48 hours: No refund
- No-shows: No refund
Cancellations must be submitted through zcal or via email to [email protected].
5.2 My Cancellations
If I must cancel or reschedule:
- You will receive full refund or opportunity to reschedule at no additional cost
- I will provide at least 24 hours notice except in emergencies
6. Consultation Guidelines
6.1 Your Responsibilities
You agree to:
- Arrive on time and prepared
- Complete pre-consultation materials (if applicable)
- Provide accurate information about your situation
- Act professionally and respectfully
- Take responsibility for any actions based on our discussion
6.2 My Responsibilities
I will:
- Show up on time and prepared
- Provide thoughtful, honest guidance based on my experience
- Maintain confidentiality (see Section 7)
- Provide agreed-upon deliverables within stated timeframe
6.3 Recording
- I may record sessions for my notes and quality purposes (you will be notified)
- You may request recording for your personal reference (ask in advance)
- Recordings are for personal use only and may not be shared publicly
7. Confidentiality
7.1 Your Confidentiality
I will keep information you share during consultations confidential, except:
- Information already publicly available
- Information you authorize me to share
- De-identified case studies or examples (no identifying details)
- As required by law
7.2 My Confidentiality
I will not, without separate authorization and written agreement:
- Act as your agent or representative in any capacity
- Disclose your confidential information to third parties
- Use your business information for my own commercial purposes
- Represent myself as affiliated with or acting on behalf of your company
7.3 Your Responsibilities
You agree not to:
- Record or share our conversations without permission
- Misrepresent my advice or opinions
- Use my name or likeness without permission
8. Limitations of Liability
8.1 Advisory Nature
My consultations provide strategic guidance only. I do not:
- Guarantee specific business outcomes or results
- Accept responsibility for your implementation decisions
- Provide warranties of any kind, express or implied
8.2 Liability Cap
To the maximum extent permitted by law, my total liability for any claim arising from our consulting relationship is limited to the fees you paid for the specific consultation(s) in question.
8.3 Consequential Damages
I am not liable for:
- Lost profits, revenue, or business opportunities
- Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
- Damages arising from your implementation of advice
- Third-party claims or damages
9. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold me harmless from any claims, damages, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from:
- Your use of advice or recommendations provided
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your violation of any laws or third-party rights
- Your misrepresentation of facts during consultations
10. No Guarantees
I provide advice based on experience and expertise, but I make no guarantees or warranties about:
- Specific outcomes or results
- Fitness for a particular purpose
- Accuracy or completeness of all information
- Success of any strategy or recommendation
All advice is provided "as is" and "as available."
11. Intellectual Property
11.1 My IP
All materials, frameworks, templates, and content I provide remain my intellectual property. You receive a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use them for your personal or internal business use only.
You may not:
- Resell or redistribute my materials
- Claim my frameworks or content as your own
- Use materials to compete with my consulting services
11.2 Your IP
You retain all rights to your business information, strategies, and materials shared during consultations.
12. Testimonials and Case Studies
With your permission, I may:
- Request a testimonial after our engagement
- Create de-identified case studies based on our work
- Use general outcome data (with identifying information removed)
You may decline these requests at any time.
13. Dispute Resolution
13.1 Informal Resolution
If you have concerns, please contact me directly at [email protected]. I will make good-faith efforts to resolve issues amicably.
13.2 Binding Arbitration
Any disputes not resolved informally will be settled through binding arbitration in New York, NY under the rules of the American Arbitration Association. You waive the right to a jury trial or class action.
13.3 Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of New York, without regard to conflict of law principles.
14. Modification of Terms
I reserve the right to update these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on the Site with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of services after changes constitutes acceptance.
For consultations booked before changes, the previous Terms apply.
15. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in full effect.
16. Entire Agreement
These Terms, along with the Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between us regarding consulting services and supersede any prior agreements or understandings.
17. Contact Information
Questions about these Terms?
Email: [email protected]
18. Acknowledgment
By booking a consultation, you acknowledge that:
- You have read and understood these Terms
- You agree to be bound by these Terms
- You understand the advisory nature of services
- You accept the limitations of liability
- You will consult licensed professionals for regulated advice
These Terms of Service are provided for informational purposes and do not constitute legal advice. Consult with a qualified attorney for legal guidance specific to your situation.