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Non Disclosure Agreement

NON-DISCLOSURE AGREEMENT

This Non-Disclosure Agreement (the "Agreement") is entered into as of , by and between Verified Veterans, LLC, a limited liability company organized under the laws of with its principal place of business at (the "Disclosing Party"), and , an individual residing at (the "Receiving Party").

WHEREAS, the Receiving Party has been engaged or is being considered for engagement as an investigator and/or review panel member for the Disclosing Party in connection with its mission to verify military service claims, investigate allegations of stolen valor, and maintain a community platform for verified veterans;

WHEREAS, in the course of such engagement, the Receiving Party may have access to confidential and proprietary information belonging to the Disclosing Party;

WHEREAS, the Disclosing Party desires to protect such confidential information from unauthorized disclosure or use;

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises and covenants contained herein, and for other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, the parties agree as follows:

Definition of Confidential Information. For purposes of this Agreement, "Confidential Information" shall include, but not be limited to, all information or material that has or could have commercial value or other utility in the business in which the Disclosing Party is engaged, whether disclosed orally, in writing, electronically, or by any other means. This includes, without limitation: (a) details of investigations into stolen valor claims, including accuser and accused identities, evidence submitted, findings, and appeals; (b) personal data of veterans, members, or users of the Verified Veterans platform, such as military records (e.g., DD-214 forms), contact information, and verification statuses; (c) proprietary tools, databases, algorithms, or processes used for verification and investigation; (d) business strategies, member lists, financial data, marketing plans, newsletters, product development details, and partnership information; (e) any information marked as "confidential" or which, under the circumstances, should reasonably be understood to be confidential. Confidential Information does not include information that: (i) is or becomes publicly available through no fault of the Receiving Party; (ii) was rightfully known to the Receiving Party prior to disclosure; (iii) is independently developed by the Receiving Party without use of or reference to the Disclosing Party's Confidential Information; or (iv) is rightfully obtained from a third party without breach of any obligation of confidentiality.
Obligations of the Receiving Party. The Receiving Party agrees to: (a) hold the Confidential Information in strict confidence and take all reasonable precautions to protect it (using at least the same degree of care as the Receiving Party uses to protect its own confidential information of a similar nature); (b) not disclose any Confidential Information to any third party without the prior written consent of the Disclosing Party, except as required by law (in which case the Receiving Party shall provide prompt notice to the Disclosing Party to allow it to seek a protective order); (c) use the Confidential Information solely for the purpose of performing duties as an investigator and/or review panel member for the Disclosing Party and not for any other purpose; (d) limit access to Confidential Information to those employees, agents, or subcontractors who need to know it for the authorized purpose and who are bound by confidentiality obligations at least as protective as those herein; and (e) upon termination of the engagement or at the Disclosing Party's request, return or destroy all copies of Confidential Information and certify such return or destruction in writing.
Term. The obligations under this Agreement shall commence on the date first written above and continue for a period of three (3) years from the date of last disclosure of Confidential Information, or indefinitely with respect to trade secrets.
Remedies for Breach. The Receiving Party acknowledges that any breach of this Agreement may cause irreparable harm to the Disclosing Party for which monetary damages may be inadequate. Accordingly, the Disclosing Party shall be entitled to seek injunctive relief, in addition to any other remedies available at law or in equity, without the need to post a bond. The Receiving Party shall also be liable for any damages, including reasonable attorneys' fees, incurred by the Disclosing Party as a result of such breach.
No License or Ownership. Nothing in this Agreement grants the Receiving Party any rights in or to the Confidential Information, including any intellectual property rights. All Confidential Information remains the exclusive property of the Disclosing Party.
Governing Law. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of , without regard to its conflict of laws principles. Any disputes arising under this Agreement shall be resolved exclusively in the state or federal courts located in .
Entire Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior agreements, whether oral or written. No amendment or modification shall be effective unless in writing and signed by both parties.
Severability. If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
Assignment. The Receiving Party may not assign this Agreement without the prior written consent of the Disclosing Party.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first above written.

Disclosing Party:
Verified Veterans, LLC

Name: Jerry L Brantley Jr
Title: CEO

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Signed by Jerry Brantley
Signed On: July 29, 2025

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July 29, 2025 8:49 am PST

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