Effective Date: December 20 2025

Company: OpenView Solutions LLC

Jurisdiction: Kansas, USA

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1. Purpose

The purpose of this policy is to establish clear guidelines for the

creation, ownership, use, protection, and enforcement of

intelectual property (IP) at OpenView LLC. This ensures that al IP

is properly managed, legaly protected, and used responsibly by

employees, contractors, and other contributors.

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2. Scope

This policy applies to al employees, contractors, and collaborators of OpenView LLC. It covers al types of intelectual property,

including but not limited to:

• Copyrighted works (e.g., content, designs, software code)

• Trade secrets

• Software

• Branding elements

• Designs

• Other proprietary contentThe policy applies to IP created on the job as well as IP created

outside of work if it relates to OpenView LLC’s business.

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Ownership

1. Al IP created by employees, contractors, or colaborators in

the course of their work for OpenView LLC is owned

exclusively by the company.

2. Pre-existing IP brought to OpenView LLC by individuals

remains the property of that individual, unless specificaly

assigned to the company in writing.

3. When IP is sold legaly, ownership and rights are transferred

for that specific unit only, as defined in the sale agreement.

4. Contributors agree to assign al rights, title, and interest in IP

created for OpenView LLC to the company automatically.

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Use of Intelectual Property

1. Company IP is to be used only for authorized business

purposes.

2. Personal use of company IP is prohibited unless expressly

approved by the CEO.

3. External use of IP, including licensing or sublicensing, is

alowed only through CEO-approved platforms or with prior

written approval from the CEO.5.

 

Protection and Confidentiality

1. Employees and contractors must maintain the confidentiality

of trade secrets and other proprietary information.

2. Al individuals must sign confidentiality/non-disclosure

agreements (NDAs) as required.

3. Any suspected IP theft, infringement, or misuse must be

reported immediately to management.

 

Enforcement and Compliance

1. Violations of this policy may result in immediate termination of

employment or contract.

2. The company reserves the right to pursue legal action to

protect its intelectual property.

3. OpenView LLC wil take necessary steps to comply with and

respond to third-party IP complaints.

 

Respect for Third-Party IP

Al employees, contractors, and colaborators are expected to

respect the intelectual property of others and avoid unauthorized use of third-party copyrights, trademarks, patents, or other

protected works.

 

Review and Updates

This policy wil be reviewed and updated as needed to reflect

changes in law, business operations, or company strategy.