Privacy Policy

Effective Date: May 23, 2025

Thank you for visiting ImpactAccelerationSummit.com (referred to as "we," "our," "us," or the "Site"). We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, who we share it with, and your rights and choices regarding your personal data.

This policy applies to all data collected through our website, application forms, emails, event registrations, and any related services or communications.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following categories of information:

A. Personal Identifiers

  • Name, email address, phone number, company name, title
  • LinkedIn profiles or social media (if provided)
  • Photo and video (if attending the event or submitting media)

B. Business Information

  • Industry, capital raised/desired, revenue estimates, valuation
  • Team size, business model, and growth goals
  • Founder bios, pitch deck summaries

C. Payment Information

  • Payment details (processed via third-party providers like Stripe, Keap, PayPal)
  • Billing address and transaction history

D. Technical Data

  • IP address, device ID, browser type, operating system
  • Session activity, page views, referring site

E. Location Data

  • Based on your IP or device settings

F. Communications

  • Emails, inquiries, discovery call notes
  • Event feedback, survey responses, testimonials

2. How We Use Your Information

  • Evaluate and process applications for the Summit
  • Match founders and investors strategically
  • Customize event experiences (meals, coaching, pitch feedback)
  • Send updates, confirmations, reminders, and follow-ups
  • Deliver marketing content with opt-out controls
  • Manage payments and invoicing
  • Analyze engagement and improve our services
  • Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Use

3. Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process your data under the following legal bases:

  • Consent (e.g., marketing emails)
  • Contract (e.g., processing applications, providing services)
  • Legal obligation
  • Legitimate interests (e.g., improving the summit experience)

4. Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your data. We may share it as follows:

A. Investors and Strategic Partners

  • Application data may be shared with registered investors for matching, networking, and capital discussion purposes.

B. Third-Party Providers

  • CRM tools (e.g., Keap/Infusionsoft)
  • Analytics (e.g., Google Analytics, Meta Pixel)
  • Email marketing (e.g., Mailchimp, ConvertKit)
  • Scheduling tools (e.g., Calendly)
  • Payment processors

All vendors are vetted and bound by data protection agreements.

C. Legal or Security Disclosures

  • When required by law, subpoena, or court order
  • To enforce policies or protect rights, property, or safety

5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

  • Track usage for analytics
  • Personalize user experience
  • Measure ad performance
  • Store user preferences

You can disable cookies in your browser, but some features may not function properly.

6. Marketing and Communications Preferences

You may receive communications from us if you:

  • Submit an application or interest form
  • Attend our event
  • Subscribe to our newsletter

You can unsubscribe from any marketing emails at any time by clicking the link at the bottom of each message or contacting us directly.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction (e.g., EU/UK GDPR, California CCPA), you may have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you
  • Request correction of inaccurate or outdated data
  • Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")
  • Restrict or object to processing
  • Opt out of marketing
  • Data portability
  • File a complaint with a data protection authority

To exercise any of these rights, email us at info@warriorsage.com.

8. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary:

  • For the purposes described above
  • To comply with legal obligations
  • To resolve disputes and enforce agreements

Non-qualifying applicant data may be anonymized or deleted after 12 months.

9. Data Security

We implement commercially reasonable technical and organizational measures to safeguard your personal data, including:

  • SSL encryption
  • Restricted access controls
  • Secure cloud infrastructure

No system is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. International Transfers

By using our website and submitting your data, you acknowledge and consent that your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States, even if you reside outside the U.S.

11. Third-Party Links and Embedded Content

Our site may contain links to third-party websites or embed videos hosted on platforms like YouTube or Vimeo. These third-party sites have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their content or practices.

12. Event Photography and Media

By attending the Impact Acceleration Summit, you acknowledge that your image, voice, or likeness may be recorded and used in promotional materials unless you explicitly opt out in writing before the event.

13. Children's Privacy

Our website and events are not intended for anyone under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a minor has submitted information, contact us immediately.

14. Policy Updates

We reserve the right to revise this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted to this page with the revised effective date. Continued use of the website or our services after changes constitutes acceptance.

15. Contact Us

For questions, concerns, or to exercise your rights, contact us at:
info@warriorsage.com