Legal Information and Disclaimers

Educational Disclaimer

The information provided on this site and within the sommelier certification program is for educational purposes only and should not be considered professional, legal, or business advice.

All content, including course materials, curriculum descriptions, and instructional resources, is intended to provide wine education and professional development for individuals in hospitality, restaurant, and wine industry roles. This content does not constitute professional consultation, legal guidance, or business recommendations for specific situations.

Students and site visitors are responsible for evaluating how the information and training provided applies to their specific circumstances and should seek appropriate professional advice when making business, career, or legal decisions.

Certification Disclaimer

This program provides a certificate of completion and is not a replacement for CMS or WSET certification.

The Krystal Kinney Sommelier Certification Program operates independently and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to the Court of Master Sommeliers (CMS), the Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET), or any other wine certification or accrediting body.

The certificate of completion issued by this program documents that the student has completed training under the instruction of Krystal Kinney, a Level 3 Sommelier. This certificate does not grant professional licensure, regulatory status, or accreditation from any external organization.

Students seeking credentials from CMS, WSET, or other established certification programs must pursue those certifications directly through the respective organizations. This program does not claim equivalence to, substitution for, or preparation specifically for any external certification examinations.

No Guarantee of Outcomes

Enrollment in and completion of the sommelier certification program does not guarantee employment, income, promotion, business results, or any specific career outcome.

While the program is designed to provide practical wine education and professional development, individual results depend on numerous factors including but not limited to: the student's prior experience, individual effort and application of learned skills, local job market conditions, employer requirements and preferences, and circumstances beyond the control of the instructor or program.

Testimonials, examples, or case studies presented on this site represent individual experiences and should not be interpreted as typical results or promises of specific outcomes. Success in wine industry careers depends on many variables, and this program makes no guarantees regarding employment opportunities, salary levels, career advancement, or business success.

Professional Experience Statement

Krystal Kinney's qualifications and experience as described on this site are based on her actual work history in hospitality, restaurant operations, and wine service over more than 20 years. Her Level 3 Sommelier certification and professional background provide the foundation for the instruction offered in this program.

However, individual results for students will vary based on their own circumstances, effort, and application of the material. Krystal Kinney's professional experience does not imply regulatory authority, licensing power, or the ability to confer professional credentials beyond the certificate of completion issued by this program.

Students should evaluate the instructor's qualifications in the context of their own goals and determine whether the program meets their specific needs. Questions about instructor credentials or program suitability should be directed to Krystal Kinney through the contact page.

Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including but not limited to text, images, graphics, course materials, curriculum descriptions, and instructional content, is owned by Krystal Kinney or used under license. This content is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.

Visitors to this site may view and use the content for personal, non-commercial purposes only. No content from this site may be copied, reproduced, distributed, republished, downloaded, displayed, posted, or transmitted in any form or by any means without prior written permission from Krystal Kinney.

Students enrolled in the certification program may not record, reproduce, or distribute course materials, lectures, or instructional content without explicit written authorization. Violations of intellectual property rights may result in legal action and termination of program enrollment without refund.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Krystal Kinney, Wine Goddess, and all affiliated parties are not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from the use of this website, enrollment in the certification program, or application of information provided through the program.

This includes but is not limited to damages related to employment decisions, career outcomes, business results, financial losses, or any other consequences of using or relying on the information and training provided.

Use of this website and participation in the certification program is entirely at the user's own risk. Users are responsible for evaluating the accuracy, completeness, and usefulness of any information or training provided and for making their own informed decisions based on their specific circumstances.

External Links Disclaimer

This website may contain links to external websites operated by third parties. These links are provided for convenience and informational purposes only. Krystal Kinney does not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites.

Access to external websites through links on this site is at the user's own risk. Users should review the terms of use and privacy policies of any external websites before providing personal information or relying on content found on those sites.

The inclusion of any link does not imply endorsement, approval, or recommendation by Krystal Kinney of the linked website or the products, services, or information found there.

Privacy and Data Use

Information submitted through contact forms on this website, including names, email addresses, phone numbers, and message content, is used solely for the purpose of responding to inquiries and communicating about the sommelier certification program.

Krystal Kinney does not sell, rent, or share personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. Information provided by users is maintained with reasonable security measures to protect against unauthorized access or disclosure.

However, no data transmission over the internet or electronic storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure. Users provide information at their own risk and should not submit information they consider highly sensitive or confidential through this website.

By submitting information through this site, users consent to the collection and use of their information as described in this section.

Governing Law

This website and the sommelier certification program are operated from the United States. All legal matters, disputes, and claims arising from the use of this website or participation in the program are governed by the laws of the United States and the state in which Krystal Kinney operates, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Any disputes arising from the use of this site or the certification program shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in the applicable state and federal jurisdictions within the United States.

Users accessing this site from other locations do so at their own initiative and are responsible for compliance with applicable local laws.

Changes to Legal Information

Krystal Kinney reserves the right to modify, update, or change these legal disclaimers and terms at any time without prior notice. Changes become effective immediately upon posting to this website.

Continued use of the website or participation in the certification program after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified terms. Users are responsible for reviewing this page periodically to stay informed of any updates.

Contact for Legal Questions

For questions about these legal disclaimers, intellectual property rights, or other legal matters related to this website or the sommelier certification program, please contact Krystal Kinney through the contact page or via email at winegoddess40@gmail.com.