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Commercial Vendor Registry

& Liability Clearinghouse

The professional standard for working musicians.

System Status: Operational
Chicago Southland Node
REF: REG-2026
Credential Verification Portal

Enter a Registry credential ID or vendor name to verify active liability status and compliance standing.

System Notice

The Registry serves as the credentialing authority and liability clearinghouse for commercial entertainment vendors operating within institutional venues.

Vendors seeking to provide services at participating venues must maintain active credential status. One credential. Every venue. Complete protection.

Credential Certificate REG-2026
Commercial Entertainment Vendor
Priority Credential
Credential ID
REG-2026-04821
Expiration
2027-01-31
Liability Coverage
$1,000,000
COI Authority
UNLIMITED
Active — Liability Coverage Confirmed
Protocol: REG-2026

Accession Procedure

Credentialing Sequence
Step 1

Submission

Candidate submits historical performance audit (minimum 12 verified events within preceding 12 months) and background authorization form.

Step 2

Audit

Registry Operations verifies insurance eligibility, incident history, and professional references. Processing time: 3-5 business days.

Step 3

Issuance

Qualified candidates receive REG-2026 Credential and Master Liability Coverage ($1M aggregate). COI generation authority activated upon issuance.

Requirements

Eligibility Criteria

Performance History

Minimum 12 verified paid engagements within the preceding 12-month period. Documentation required.

Professional References

Three (3) professional references from prior clients, venue operators, or event coordinators.

Background Authorization

Authorization for background verification. Clear status required for credential issuance.

Documentation Package

Professional photographs, biographical summary, and performance materials meeting Registry standards.

Conduct Agreement

Signed acceptance of Registry Conduct Standards (REG-2026-CONDUCT). Binding upon credential activation.

Annual Dues

Payment of applicable credentialing dues. See schedule below. Due upon application approval.

Schedule

Credentialing Dues & Coverage

Fees include administration, audit costs, and master liability inclusion. You are covered under our master policy from day one. Annual renewal required.

Standard Credential
$500.00 / Annually
  • Audit & Verification
  • $1M Liability Coverage
  • COI Generation (12/year)
  • Registry Directory Listing
Agency Credential
$2,500.00 / Annually
  • Multi-Vendor Coverage (10)
  • $2M Liability Option
  • COI Generation (Unlimited)
  • Dedicated Account Liaison
  • White-Label Documentation
Documentation

Reference Information

What is The Registry?
The Registry operates as the credentialing authority and liability clearinghouse for commercial entertainment vendors. We verify that vendors meet the compliance requirements specified by institutional venues and event operators. A Registry credential confirms insurance coverage, background verification, and adherence to professional conduct standards. Focus on your craft—we handle the paperwork.
Why is credentialing required?
Institutional venues and corporate event operators maintain compliance requirements for all vendors operating on-premises. These requirements typically include proof of liability insurance, background verification, and professional documentation. Without meeting these requirements, vendors are ineligible for engagement. The Registry consolidates these requirements into a single credential.
How does this differ from individual insurance?
Individual liability policies require separate procurement ($400-800 annually) and certificate generation (3-5 business day processing). Registry credentials include master policy coverage with same-day COI generation capability. Additionally, Registry credentials provide venue access authorization not available through individual insurance procurement.
What is the processing timeline?
Standard processing requires 3-5 business days from complete application submission. This includes reference verification and background authorization processing. Credential activation occurs upon approval and dues payment confirmation.
What if my application is not approved?
The Registry maintains eligibility standards to preserve credential value. Applications not meeting requirements receive detailed deficiency notification. No fees are assessed for applications not resulting in credential issuance. Reapplication is permitted upon deficiency resolution.
Is this a labor union?
No. The Registry is a credentialing body and liability clearinghouse. We do not engage in collective bargaining, wage negotiation, or labor representation. We provide professional infrastructure: unified coverage, documentation standards, and credential verification.