Privacy Policy | Argyle Executive Forum

Argyle Executive Forum ("we," "our," or "us"), located at 917 Union Ave, Riverhead, NY 11901, is committed to protecting the privacy of our members, prospective members, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or engage with our professional services programs.

By using our website or submitting your information through our contact form, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our website.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you voluntarily provide to us, including:

Contact Information: Name, email address, job title, company name, and industry sector.
Professional Background: Information about your organization, leadership role, and professional goals as shared in application or inquiry forms.
Communications: Records of your correspondence with us, including email and form submissions.
SMS Opt-In Information: If you choose to opt in, your mobile number and consent preferences for SMS communications.

We also automatically collect certain technical information through your use of our website, including IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on our site.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Process and respond to membership inquiries and applications
Communicate with you about our programs, events, and services
Send marketing and promotional communications, including SMS messages, where you have provided consent
Improve and personalize your experience with our website and programs
Comply with applicable legal obligations
Administer our membership programs and peer advisory councils

3. SMS & Text Message Communications

SMS Program Disclosure

If you have opted in to receive SMS communications from Argyle Executive Forum, we may send you recurring marketing and promotional text messages using an automated telephone dialing system (ATDS), including information about our programs, events, membership opportunities, and updates.

Message frequency varies. You may receive up to 4 messages per month. Message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier and plan.

To opt out: Reply STOP to any message to unsubscribe. You will receive a single confirmation message and will receive no further messages unless you re-opt-in.

For help: Reply HELP to any message for assistance, or contact us at paul@theargyleexecutiveforum.com.

Consent is NOT a condition of purchase. You may inquire about and apply for membership in the Argyle Executive Forum without consenting to receive SMS communications.

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or lease your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and delivering our services, subject to confidentiality obligations.
Legal Requirements: We may disclose information when required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request.
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred.

No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, or as required by applicable law. SMS opt-in data is retained only while you remain subscribed to our messaging program.

7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

The right to access and receive a copy of your personal information
The right to correct inaccurate or incomplete information
The right to request deletion of your personal information
The right to opt out of marketing communications at any time
The right to opt out of SMS communications by replying STOP

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at paul@theargyleexecutiveforum.com.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites and encourage you to review their privacy policies independently.

9. Children's Privacy

Our website and services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by updating the "Last Updated" date above and, where appropriate, by email. Your continued use of our website after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

Privacy Inquiries

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact:

Argyle Executive Forum

Attn: Privacy Officer

917 Union Ave, Riverhead, NY 11901

Email: paul@theargyleexecutiveforum.com