Privacy Policy

Last Updated: December 23, 2025

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We collect information that you provide directly to us, including:

• Name, email address, phone number, and job title
• Organization name and address
• Membership and registration information
• Payment and billing information
• Professional interests and areas of expertise
• Event attendance and participation records

Automatically Collected Information

When you access our website, we may automatically collect:

• IP address and device information
• Browser type and operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on our site
• Referring website addresses
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide Services: Process memberships, registrations, and payments; deliver requested resources and communications
• Communications: Send newsletters, event invitations, industry updates, and member benefits information
• Improve Our Services: Analyze usage patterns, conduct research, and enhance user experience
• Event Management: Coordinate conferences, webinars, and networking events
• Member Directory: Facilitate networking among members (with your consent)
• Compliance: Meet legal and regulatory requirements

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

With Your Consent

We may share information with your explicit permission, such as in member directories or for networking purposes.

Service Providers

We share information with trusted third-party vendors who assist us with:

• Website hosting and management
• Payment processing
• Email communications
• Event management platforms
• Data analytics

Partners and Sponsors

With your consent, we may share information with event sponsors and education partners who provide member benefits.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required by law or to protect our rights, safety, or property.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember your preferences and login information
• Analyze website traffic and user behavior
• Personalize content and advertisements
• Improve website functionality

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our website.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Secure socket layer (SSL) encryption for data transmission
• Access controls and authentication procedures
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Employee training on data protection

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal obligations)
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time
• Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format
• Object: Object to processing of your information for certain purposes

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Membership information is retained while you are an active member and for a reasonable period thereafter for record-keeping purposes.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of our services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

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