COMPEL Framework License Agreement

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COMPEL Framework License Agreement

Effective January 26, 2026

Licensor: FlowRidge
Effective Date: January 26, 2026
Document Type: License Agreement
Version: v1.0

This Agreement is entered into between FlowRidge (the “Licensor”) and any individual or entity accessing or using the COMPEL Framework (the “Licensee”). By accessing, downloading, citing, or otherwise using the COMPEL Framework, the Licensee agrees to be bound by the terms set forth below.

1. Definitions

“COMPEL Framework” means all materials, methodologies, models, taxonomies, processes, documentation, training content, certification standards, and related intellectual property published or made available by Licensor.

“Authorized Use” means use of the COMPEL Framework strictly in accordance with this Agreement.

“Commercial Use” means any use involving, directly or indirectly:

Sale of services

Consulting engagements

Training delivery

Productization or platform integration

Revenue-generating activities

“Academic and Research Use” means use by:

Universities, colleges, and academic institutions

Research organizations and think tanks

Government or policy bodies

Independent researchers

for purposes of:

Research

Publication

Teaching

Policy development

Non-commercial knowledge dissemination

“Accredited Partner” means an entity formally authorized by Licensor to deliver commercial services using the COMPEL Framework.

2. Grant of License

2.1 Free Internal Use License

Licensor grants Licensee a non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable, limited license, free of charge, to:

Use the COMPEL Framework for internal business purposes

Apply its methodologies within internal operations

Reference COMPEL concepts in internal documentation

2.2 Academic and Research Use License (Explicit Grant)

Licensor expressly permits and encourages Academic and Research Use, provided that such use is non-commercial.

Authorized entities may

Reference, cite, and analyze the COMPEL Framework in publications

Include COMPEL concepts in academic curricula and teaching materials

Use COMPEL in research studies, white papers, and policy analysis

Publish commentary, critique, or derivative insights

Present COMPEL in conferences, journals, and public forums

Attribution Requirement

All Academic and Research Use must include:

Proper attribution to the COMPEL Framework

Reference to Licensor as the source

A link to the official COMPEL website (where applicable)

Permitted Adaptation (Academic Context)

Adaptations are allowed strictly for

Educational explanation

Analytical comparison

Research interpretation

Provided that

COMPEL is not misrepresented as owned by Licensee

Original structure and authorship are acknowledged

3. Restrictions

Licensee shall NOT, without prior written authorization from Licensor:

Engage in any Commercial Use

Deliver paid training, certification, or consulting using COMPEL

Represent affiliation, endorsement, or partnership with Licensor

Repackage COMPEL as a competing or proprietary framework

Use COMPEL trademarks, logos, or branding externally (except permitted attribution)

Embed or integrate COMPEL into any software, SaaS platform, or product

Clarification

Academic publication, citation, and teaching do not constitute Commercial Use, provided no direct monetization of COMPEL itself occurs.

4. Commercial Licensing

4.1 Requirement

Any Commercial Use requires a separate executed agreement with Licensor.

4.2 Licensing Models

Licensor may grant rights under

Accredited Partner License (APL)

Enterprise License Agreement (ELA)

OEM / Platform License (OPL)

4.3 Fees

Commercial licenses may include

Subscription or annual fees

Certification and training fees

Revenue-sharing or royalty structures

5. Certification

Licensor may offer certification programs.

5.1 Rights

Certified individuals may

Use official COMPEL credentials

Apply COMPEL in professional roles

5.2 Limitations

Certification does NOT grant rights to

Deliver training

Commercialize COMPEL

Act as an Accredited Partner

6. Intellectual Property

All rights, title, and interest in the COMPEL Framework remain exclusively with Licensor.

No rights are granted except as explicitly stated.

7. Derivative Works

Permitted

Internal adaptations

Academic and research interpretations

Prohibited

Commercial derivative frameworks

Rebranding COMPEL as proprietary IP

Monetizing modified versions

8. Trademark Usage

“COMPEL” and associated marks are the exclusive property of Licensor.

Permitted

Academic citation and reference

Restricted

Marketing, branding, or commercial representation without approval

9. Governance and Updates

Licensor reserves the right to

Modify the COMPEL Framework

Update certification standards

Revise licensing structures

10. Term and Termination

10.1 Term

This Agreement remains in effect until terminated.

10.2 Termination

Licensor may terminate immediately upon

Breach of terms

Unauthorized Commercial Use

Misrepresentation

10.3 Effect

Licensee must

Cease use

Remove materials where applicable

Academic publications already released may remain, provided they remain compliant.

11. Disclaimer

The COMPEL Framework is provided “as is”, without warranties of any kind.

12. Limitation of Liability

Licensor shall not be liable for

Indirect or consequential damages

Loss of revenue, profit, or data

13. Indemnification

Licensee agrees to indemnify Licensor against claims arising from:

Misuse

Unauthorized Commercial Use

Breach of Agreement

14. Governing Law

This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of:

Ontario, Canada

15. Entire Agreement

This document constitutes the entire agreement regarding use of the COMPEL Framework.