CMB ANTITRUST POLICY
The United States antitrust laws were enacted to preserve competition and the free enterprise system. Those laws apply equally to non-profit and for-profit activities. It is the policy of CMB to strictly comply with the requirements of the antitrust laws.

CMB also expects its members to strictly adhere to the requirements of the antitrust laws. CMB members are personally responsible for understanding the requirements of those laws and assuring that they remain compliant. Because of the scope and intricacy of the antitrust laws, CMB members and staff must understand and be sensitive to those areas where potential antitrust issues might arise. Any CMB members who violate these guidelines, the antitrust laws, or have, in the opinion of the CMB board, acted in a manner that is detrimental to the interests of CMB shall be subject to disciplinary measures up to and including termination of membership.

The antitrust laws make it illegal to enter into certain agreements that limit competition. While this may happen in a number of different contexts, the two areas that are of traditional concern are price fixing and market allocation. In order to find a violation of the antitrust laws, one need not prove that a formal agreement exists. A “wink and a nod” is sufficient when coupled with activity consistent with an agreement. As a result, any discussion among “competitors” of prohibited topics, like pricing, can provide the basis upon which to assert (and subsequently find) a violation of the antitrust laws. Even if one can successfully defend against an asserted claim, the legal cost of doing so would be crippling.

For these reasons, it is important that CMB members refrain from discussing topics that could support a charge that the antitrust laws had been violated. In practical terms, that means that CMB members should avoid all discussion of the following topics:

1. Prices, rates, or rate structures for air time, including underwriting rates
2. Quantity, placement, or standardization of non-price terms respecting the sale of air-time or underwriting, including information respecting credit terms
3. Allocating markets or formats among broadcasters, or discussions that generally suggest that broadcasters will not compete against one another
4. Refusal to deal with certain other organizations

If a discussion occurs at a CMB meeting or event that violates these guidelines or can border on antitrust sensitivity, the discussion should be immediately stopped. If others continue the discussion, you should leave the meeting. Any such instances should be reported immediately to the Executive Director or any CMB board member.

CMB NON-COMPETE AGREEMENT
In an effort to foster a united learning environment and out of respect for our sponsors, speakers, and attendees, it is the policy of CMB that all registrants, sponsors, and partners refrain from conducting meetings, events, or gatherings that would draw attendees away from a CMB seminar site or any published CMB seminar sessions and showcases. CMB, along with our partners and sponsors, places a HIGH value on conference learning and music experience for all.

Those who violate these guidelines will be subject to sanctions by a vote of the CMB Board of Directors, including excluding those persons and their companies from participation in future showcase and seminar activities. On behalf of the CMB Board, thank you for honoring this agreement.

CMB UNIVERSITY REFUND & CANCELLATION POLICY
The last day to register is Wednesday, October 28, 2026, and no walk-up registrations will be allowed. All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing by then, and no refunds will be issued after that date. Approved refunds will be issued less a $20 cancellation fee and any credit card/service fees.

CMB LIABILITY WAIVER
By attending CMB University 2026, I understand that I am fully and personally responsible for my own safety and actions during the CMB University, assuming all liabilities. I hereby release and waive my rights to bring suit against Christian Music Broadcasters and its owners, officers, directors, managers, officials, trustees, agents, employees, or other representatives in connection with exposure and infection related to attending the CMB University.

CMB EVENT COMMUNICATION EXPECTATIONS
By registering for this CMB event, you agree to receive emails from CMB and its partners. You will also receive text updates about the CMB University.

At CMB University, we have the right to photograph and record by audio and video, and you make no claim of ownership in the resulting materials, and also give CMB perpetual and unlimited rights to use the materials we capture without any compensation or credit to you.