Company: Platform Limited (5538425)
Contractor: Zach Patai
1.1 The Company assists student-athletes at the high school level in obtaining scholarships and enrolling at various colleges across the United States of America (“USA”) to advance their education and participation in their chosen sport.
1.2 The Contractor is in the business of prospecting student-athletes.
1.3 The Company and the Contractor agree to work under the terms outlined in this Agreement (“Agreement”).
2.1 The Company appoints the Contractor as an independent contractor to:
(a) Refer prospective student-athletes to sign up as clients of the Company.
2.2 The Contractor accepts the appointment on the terms and conditions set out in this Agreement.
3.1 The relationship between the Company and the Contractor is, and shall be for all purposes, an independent contractor relationship. Nothing in this Agreement creates any other relationship.
3.2 The Contractor must not represent themselves as an agent of the Company, incur obligations in the name of the Company, or act in any way that creates liability for the Company.
4.1 This Agreement commences on the Commencement Date specified in Schedule A and expires on the Expiry Date specified in Schedule A unless terminated earlier in accordance with this Agreement.
4.2 This Agreement may only be renewed with written confirmation by both parties.
5.1 During the term of this Agreement, the Contractor will provide the services described in Schedule A.
5.2 The Contractor will report to Amrit Rai or such other executive director or person as the Company may direct and provide regular communication regarding the services.
6.1 The Contractor will have the levels of responsibility and authority described in Schedule A.
7.1 The Contractor must comply with all obligations under the Health and Safety in Employment Act 1992 and its amendments when performing the services.
8.1 The Company will pay the Contractor the fees set out in Schedule A upon receipt of a valid GST tax invoice.
9.1 All existing intellectual property of the Company remains the property of the Company.
9.2 Any intellectual property developed by the Contractor for or on behalf of the Company remains the property of the Company.
10.1 Contractor fees will be paid on the 30th day of the month following receipt of funds from the client by the Company.
11.1 The Company is not responsible for any errors, omissions, delays, or damages caused by the Contractor while performing the services.
12.1 The Contractor must not disclose, use, or attempt to use confidential information during or after the term of this Agreement except as necessary to perform the services.
12.2 Confidential information includes trade secrets, client lists, financial data, internal documents, business practices, and employee information.
13.1 The Contractor confirms that no conflict of interest exists.
13.2 Any gifts, entertainment, or personal favours beyond common business courtesies must be disclosed immediately.
13.3 The Contractor must avoid any situation that creates or appears to create a conflict of interest.
14.1 The Contractor is solely responsible for all taxes, levies, premiums, and statutory obligations arising from this Agreement.
15.1 The Company may assign or transfer its rights and obligations under this Agreement without prior consent.
16.1 Neither party may publicise or disclose confidential information or the provision of the services without prior written consent.
17.1 The Contractor may terminate this Agreement:
(a) Immediately upon receivership or liquidation of the Company;
(b) Immediately upon a material breach not remedied within four weeks of written notice;
(c) Otherwise, by giving the notice period specified in Schedule A.
17.2 The Company may terminate immediately for misconduct, substantial breach, neglect of duties, or bankruptcy.
17.3 Termination does not affect clauses intended to survive termination.
17.4 Upon termination, all Company property must be returned immediately.
18.1 Neither party is liable for failure or delay caused by events beyond reasonable control.
18.2 Either party may suspend obligations during such events.
18.3 Extended suspension may result in termination with seven days’ notice.
19.1 Parties will attempt to resolve disputes through good-faith discussion.
19.2 Unresolved disputes will be referred to arbitration under the Arbitration Act 1996.
20.1 Notices must be in writing and may be delivered personally or to the last known address of the relevant party.
21.1 This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior agreements.
21.2 Both parties confirm they have had the opportunity to obtain independent legal advice and intend this Agreement to create an independent contractor relationship.
Contractor: Zach Patai
Commencement Date:August 4, 2026
Expiry Date: 12 months from the date of this Agreement
Services:
Identifying, engaging, educating, and referring student-athletes to Platform Limited.
Fees:
The Contractor will receive 10% of the recruitment fee paid to Platform Sports, including GST, for each successfully referred athlete.
Notice Period:
30 days
Reporting & Authority:
The Contractor reports directly to Platform Limited and may make decisions within their role, subject to reporting requirements.