Terms of Services
Effective Date :
Oct 26, 2025
Acceptance of Terms
Welcome to the MIE Events digital platform (the "Service"), the official online hub for the America's Property Expo (APEX), Smarter Homes & Furnishings (SHF), and Smarter Infrastructure Summit (SIS). The Service is operated by MIE Group LLC ("Company," "we," "us," "our").
By accessing or using our Service, including but not limited to our websites (e.g., uspropertyexpo.com, smarthomesshow.com, sis26.com), registering for events, applying to exhibit, or purchasing sponsorships, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you disagree with any part of the terms, you may not access the Service.
Definitions
• Service: The collective digital services, websites, and functionalities related to the registration, promotion, and management of the APEX, SHF, and SIS events.
• Content: All text, graphics, user interfaces, visual interfaces, photographs, trademarks, logos, sounds, music, artwork, and computer code found on the Service.
• User, You: Any individual or entity accessing or using the Service.
• Attendee: A User who registers for or attends an event.
• Exhibitor: A User who applies for, is granted, and maintains exhibit space at an event.
• Sponsor: A User who enters into a sponsorship agreement with the Company.
User Accounts and Registration
When you create an account with us, you must provide accurate and complete information. You are solely responsible for the activity that occurs on your account and for keeping your password secure. You must notify us immediately of any breach of security or unauthorized use of your account.
Event Registration, Tickets, and Fees
• Pricing: All fees for tickets, exhibitor packages, and sponsorships are as quoted on the Service and are subject to change.
• Payment: Payment must be made in full by the methods specified to complete registration or secure space.
• Cancellation by You: All sales are final. We do not provide refunds for purchased tickets, exhibitor packages, or sponsorships. Registrations may be transferred to another individual within the same organization with prior written notice to the Company.
• Cancellation by Us: The Company reserves the right to cancel, rename, or relocate an event, or change the date(s) on which it is held. If an event is canceled by the Company, our liability is limited to the refund of paid registration fees. The Company is not responsible for any associated costs, including travel and accommodation expenses.
Exhibitor and Sponsor Terms
By applying to exhibit or sponsor, you agree to additional terms and conditions that will be provided in the Exhibitor/Sponsor Kit. These include, but are not limited to, rules concerning booth design, installation/dismantling, liability insurance, and use of marketing materials. The Company reserves the right to reject any application for any reason.
Intellectual Property
The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are and will remain the exclusive property of MIE Group LLC and its licensors. The Service is protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws of both the United States and foreign countries. Our trademarks and trade dress may not be used in connection with any product or service without the prior written consent of MIE Group LLC.
User Conduct and Prohibited Uses
You agree not to use the Service:
• For any unlawful purpose.
• To harass, abuse, or harm another person.
• To impersonate any individual or entity.
• To interfere with or circumvent the security features of the Service.
• To upload or transmit viruses or any other type of malicious code.
• To collect or track the personal information of others.
Links to Other Websites
Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by MIE Group LLC. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services. You further acknowledge and agree that MIE Group LLC shall not be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with the use of or reliance on any such content, goods, or services available on or through any such websites or services.
Termination
We may terminate or suspend your account and bar access to the Service immediately, without prior notice or liability, under our sole discretion, for any reason whatsoever, including but not limited to a breach of the Terms.
Limitation of Liability
In no event shall MIE Group LLC, nor its directors, employees, partners, agents, suppliers, or affiliates, be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including without limitation, loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, resulting from your access to or use of or inability to access or use the Service.
Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Illinois, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
Changes to Terms
We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms at any time. By continuing to access or use our Service after those revisions become effective, you agree to be bound by the revised terms.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, you can contact us:
• By email: info@mieexpo.com
• By visiting this page on our website: Contact Us Page
• By mail: MIE Group LLC, 420 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60611