Effective Date: February, 2020
Last Updated: April 16, 2026
Table of Contents
- Introduction
- Information We Collect
- How We Use Your Information
- Third-Party Services & Data Sharing
- Cookies & Tracking Technologies
- Data Retention
- Your Privacy Rights
- Data Security
- GDPR (EU Users)
- CalOPPA (California Online Privacy)
- CCPA/CPRA (California Privacy Rights)
- Washington State Privacy Rights
- CAN-SPAM Compliance
- Service Providers & Third Parties
- Children’s Privacy
- Do Not Track
- Changes to This Policy
- Contact Us
1. Introduction
Nehemiah Entrepreneurship Community (“we,” “us,” “our,” or “Company”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and otherwise process personal information in connection with our websites, applications, events, and services.
This policy applies to all Nehemiah properties including:
- nehemiahecommunity.com (main website)
- mybusinessimpact.com (Business Impact Breakfast event site)
- Any affiliated Nehemiah event or service platforms
2. Information We Collect
Personal Information You Provide
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address
- Event Registration: Name, email, job title, company name, business revenue range, attendance preferences
- Form Submissions: Any information submitted through contact forms, surveys, or feedback forms
- Communication Data: Messages, inquiries, and correspondence you send us
- Payment Information: For paid events or services (processed securely by payment providers)
Information Collected Automatically
We automatically collect certain information about your interactions with our websites and services:
- Device Information: Device type, operating system, browser type and version, unique device identifiers
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, clicks, scrolls, page referral source, links clicked
- IP Address & Location: IP address, approximate geographic location (city/region level, not exact)
- Cookies & Tracking: Cookies, pixels, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies
- Analytics Data: User behavior patterns, traffic sources, conversion data
Information from Third Parties
- LinkedIn Lead Gen Forms: First name, last name, email address, job title, company name (when you submit LinkedIn lead forms)
- Meta Lead Ads: First name, last name, email address, phone number, company name (when you submit Meta lead ads)
- Third-Party Platforms: Data from advertising partners and analytics platforms
3. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information for the following purposes:
- Event Management: Process registration, send confirmations, event updates, and post-event communications
- Communications: Respond to inquiries, send newsletters (with opt-out options), and provide customer support
- Marketing & Advertising: Create targeted campaigns on LinkedIn, Meta, and other platforms; build custom audiences and lookalike audiences
- Analytics: Understand user behavior, measure campaign effectiveness, and optimize our websites and services
- Conversion Tracking: Track registrations, inquiries, and other conversions for advertising optimization
- Legal Compliance: Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service
- Fraud Prevention: Detect, prevent, and address fraud, security issues, or technical problems
- Relationship Building: Nurture relationships with business leaders and potential partners through targeted content
4. Third-Party Services & Data Sharing
We Do Not Sell Your Data
We do NOT sell, rent, lease, or trade your personal information to any third party. Data is only shared with trusted partners for specific purposes.
LinkedIn Insight Tag & Lead Gen Forms
Purpose: Conversion tracking, retargeting, audience building, and analytics for LinkedIn advertising campaigns
Data Shared: Name, email address, job title, company name, engagement data
Your Control: Manage preferences at LinkedIn Ad Preferences
Privacy Policy: LinkedIn Privacy Policy
Meta Pixel & Lead Ads
Purpose: Conversion tracking, optimization, retargeting, and custom audience creation for Facebook/Instagram advertising
Data Shared: Name, email address, phone number, company name, interaction data
Your Control: Manage preferences at Facebook Ad Settings
Privacy Policy: Meta Privacy Policy
Google Analytics
Purpose: Track website traffic, user behavior, and campaign performance
Data Shared: Anonymized usage data, device information, traffic sources
Your Control: Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Extension
Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy
Email Service Providers
Purpose: Send newsletters, event confirmations, and communications
Your Control: Unsubscribe links in all marketing emails or contact us directly
Event Partners
Purpose: Event delivery, logistics, and post-event follow-up (shared only for registered events)
Partners Include: Co-hosts, venue operators, and event logistics providers
Website Hosting (Vercel, WordPress Hosting)
Purpose: Website infrastructure, security, and maintenance
Privacy Policy: Vercel Privacy Policy | Host Privacy Policy
5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us recognize you and improve your experience.
Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Duration | Control |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential | Site functionality, security, authentication | Session/1 year | Cannot be disabled without affecting functionality |
| Analytics | Understand user behavior and traffic patterns | 1-2 years | Google Analytics opt-out; browser settings |
| Tracking | LinkedIn Insight Tag, Meta Pixel conversion tracking | 90 days – 2 years | LinkedIn/Meta Ad Preferences |
| Marketing | Retargeting and custom audience creation | 90 days – 1 year | LinkedIn/Meta Ad Preferences |
| Preference | Remember your settings and preferences | 1 year | Browser cookie settings |
How to Manage Cookies
Browser Settings:
Most browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge) allow you to refuse cookies or receive alerts when cookies are sent. See your browser’s privacy settings for instructions.
LinkedIn Tracking:
- Visit LinkedIn Ad Preferences
- Opt out of personalized ads and data collection
Meta Tracking:
- Visit Facebook Ad Settings
- Disable targeted advertising and personalization
Global Opt-Out:
Important: Disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our websites.
6. Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected:
| Data Type | Retention Period | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Event Registration | 2-3 years | Event management, relationship building, compliance |
| Email Subscribers | Until unsubscribe | Newsletter and marketing communications |
| Marketing/Ad Data | 90 days – 1 year | Campaign optimization, retargeting, analytics |
| Inquiry/Contact Forms | 1-2 years | Relationship management, follow-up |
| Legal/Tax Records | 7 years | Legal compliance and tax obligations |
| Payment Records | 7 years | Financial records and dispute resolution |
| Server Logs | 30-90 days | Security, fraud prevention, technical issues |
You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us. We will process requests in compliance with applicable laws, unless we have a legal obligation to retain the data.
7. Your Privacy Rights
All Users Have the Right To:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data (subject to legal obligations)
- Receive data in portable format (data portability)
- Object to processing of your data
- Withdraw consent at any time
California Residents (CCPA/CPRA) Have Additional Rights:
- Right to Know: Request what personal data we have collected about you
- Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal data
- Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of the “sale” or “sharing” of personal information
- Right to Correct: Request correction of inaccurate personal data
- Right to Limit Use: Limit our use of sensitive personal information
- Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your CCPA/CPRA rights
- Authorized Agent: You can designate an authorized agent to make requests on your behalf
Washington State Residents Have the Right To:
- Right to Know: Request what personal information we collect and how it’s used
- Right to Delete: Request deletion of personal data we have collected
- Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of targeted advertising and sale of personal information
- Right to Correct: Request correction of inaccurate personal data
EU/EEA Residents (GDPR) Have the Right To:
- Access, correct, delete, or port your personal data
- Object to processing or withdraw consent
- Request restriction of processing
- Lodge a complaint with your data protection authority
How to Exercise Your Rights
Email your request to: info@nehemiahecommunity.com
Include:
- Your name and contact information
- Description of the right you’re exercising
- Specific data you’re referring to
- Request date and any relevant transaction information
Response Timeline: We will respond within 30-45 days (or as required by applicable law).
8. Data Security
We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your personal information:
Technical Security:
- SSL/TLS encryption for all data in transit
- Secure data storage with access controls
- Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
- Firewalls and intrusion detection systems
Administrative Security:
- Limited employee access (need-to-know basis only)
- Employee privacy training and confidentiality agreements
- Background checks for employees with data access
- Documented security policies and procedures
Organizational Security:
- Contractual data protection obligations with all service providers
- Incident response plan for data breaches
- Regular monitoring and testing
- Business continuity and disaster recovery procedures
Important Disclaimer: While we use industry-standard security measures, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security. You are responsible for maintaining confidentiality of your login credentials.
9. GDPR (EU Users)
For residents of the European Union, European Economic Area, and Switzerland:
Legal Basis for Processing: We process your data based on:
- Consent (where you’ve given explicit consent)
- Contract (to fulfill services you’ve requested)
- Legal obligation (compliance with laws)
- Legitimate interests (business operations, marketing, analytics)
Data Protection Officer: Contact us at info@nehemiahecommunity.com
Data Transfers: If your data is transferred outside the EU/EEA, we ensure adequate safeguards through Standard Contractual Clauses or other approved mechanisms.
Right to Lodge Complaint: You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority (DPA).
International Data Transfers: When we transfer data internationally, we ensure compliance with GDPR Chapter 5 requirements.
10. CalOPPA (California Online Privacy Protection Act)
We comply with CalOPPA requirements:
- Our privacy policy is publicly available on our website(s)
- We clearly describe the types of information we collect
- We explain how information is used and shared
- We provide methods for users to review and modify personal information
- We do not track users across third-party websites for targeted advertising (with limited exceptions for platform partnerships)
11. CCPA/CPRA (California Privacy Rights)
We comply with California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA):
Your CCPA/CPRA Rights
- Right to Know (Access): You have the right to request what personal information we collect, the sources, our business purposes, and third parties with whom we share it.
- Right to Delete: You have the right to request deletion of personal information we have collected, subject to certain exceptions (legal obligations, fraud prevention, etc.).
- Right to Opt-Out: You have the right to opt out of:
- “Sale” of personal information (sharing for cross-context behavioral advertising)
- “Sharing” of personal information (use for targeted advertising)
- Right to Correct: You have the right to request correction of inaccurate personal information we maintain.
- Right to Limit Use: You have the right to limit our use and disclosure of sensitive personal information to purposes necessary to provide requested services or as required by law.
- Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your CCPA rights through:
- Denying goods or services
- Charging different prices or rates
- Providing different quality of service
- Suggesting you’re less deserving of goods/services
CPRA-Specific Additions (Effective 2023)
- Right to Correct Inaccurate Data: Request correction of inaccurate personal information
- Right to Opt Out of Automated Decision-Making: Opt out of decisions based solely on automated processing that produce legal or similarly significant effects
- Sensitive Personal Information: We limit use of sensitive data (SSN, health data, financial info) to necessary business purposes
How to Submit CCPA/CPRA Requests
Email: infor@nehemiahecommunity.com
Mail: Nehemiah Entrepreneurship Community, Privacy Department, [Address]
Phone: [Phone Number]
Include: Your name, email, description of your request, and any relevant identifying information.
Verification of Requests
We may request additional information to verify your identity before processing your request. For sensitive requests, we may require notarized verification.
Response Timeline
- CCPA: 45 days (with one 45-day extension possible)
- CPRA: 45 days (with one 45-day extension possible)
12. Washington State Privacy Rights
For residents of Washington State, we comply with the Washington Privacy Act:
Your Rights:
- Right to Know: Request what personal information we collect and how it’s used
- Right to Delete: Request deletion of personal information we have collected about you
- Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of targeted advertising and sale of personal information
- Right to Correct: Request correction of inaccurate personal information
Definitions:
- Personal Information: Information that identifies or is reasonably linkable to an individual (name, email, phone, IP address, etc.)
- Targeted Advertising: Displaying advertisements based on personal information collected over time
- Sale: Selling, renting, releasing, disclosing, disseminating, making available, transferring, or otherwise communicating personal information to another business for monetary or other valuable consideration
How to Submit Requests: Email info@nehemiahecommunity.com with your request and identifying information.
Response Timeline: Within 30-45 business days.
13. CAN-SPAM Compliance
We comply with the CAN-SPAM Act for all commercial email communications:
Email Communications Practices
- All marketing emails clearly identify the sender
- Subject lines accurately describe the content
- We include our physical mailing address in emails
- We respond to all email inquiries within 10 business days
- We honor unsubscribe requests within 10 business days
Your Email Rights
Unsubscribe: Every marketing email includes an “unsubscribe” link. Clicking this link will immediately remove you from future marketing communications.
Alternative: Email us at info@nehemiahecommunity.com with “UNSUBSCRIBE” in the subject line.
Important: Unsubscribe requests apply only to marketing emails. We may still send transactional emails (event confirmations, account information, etc.) and administrative notices.
Transactional vs. Marketing Emails
- Transactional: Event confirmations, registration receipts, account information — you cannot opt out
- Marketing: Newsletters, promotional offers, event invitations — you can opt out anytime
14. Service Providers & Third Parties
Third-Party Service Providers
We use trusted service providers who process data on our behalf:
| Service Provider | Purpose | Privacy Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Lead gen forms, conversion tracking, advertising | LinkedIn Privacy | |
| Meta/Facebook | Lead ads, pixel tracking, advertising, audience building | Meta Privacy |
| Analytics, Gmail, Google Workspace, search advertising | Google Privacy | |
| Email Service Provider | Newsletter delivery, email marketing | [Provider Privacy Policy] |
| Vercel | Website hosting, CDN, infrastructure | Vercel Privacy |
| WordPress.com | Website hosting, CMS, security | WordPress Privacy |
| Payment Processors | Secure payment processing | [Processor Privacy Policy] |
| Event Platforms | Event registration, ticketing, logistics | [Platform Privacy Policy] |
Data Processing Agreements
All service providers sign Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) that:
- Require them to protect your personal data
- Limit use of data to specified purposes only
- Prohibit unauthorized disclosure
- Ensure compliance with privacy laws
- Allow data audits and inspections
Business Transfers
If we’re involved in a merger, acquisition, bankruptcy, or asset sale, your personal information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will provide notice before any such transfer occurs.
15. Children’s Privacy
Our website and services are not directed at anyone under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18.
If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 18, we will:
- Delete such information promptly
- Terminate the child’s access to our services
- Notify the parent/guardian immediately
For Parents/Guardians: If you believe your child has provided information to our website, please contact us immediately at info@nehemiahecommunity.com.
16. Do Not Track
Some browsers include a “Do Not Track” feature. We do not currently respond to Do Not Track signals. However, you can:
- Disable cookies in your browser settings
- Opt out of LinkedIn and Meta tracking using their preference centers
- Use the Digital Advertising Alliance Opt-Out Tool
17. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to:
- Reflect changes in our practices
- Respond to new legal requirements
- Address technological changes
- Improve clarity and transparency
Notification of Changes: When we make material changes, we will:
- Post the updated policy on this page
- Update the “Last Updated” date
- Send email notification to registered users (for significant changes)
- Require consent to continued use (for material changes)
Your continued use of our website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
18. Contact Us
Privacy Questions & Requests
Email: info@nehemiahecommunity.com
Phone: [Phone Number]
Mailing Address:
Nehemiah Entrepreneurship Community
Privacy Department
[Full Address]
Vancouver, WA [Zip Code]
General Inquiries
Email: info@nehemiahecommunity.com
Website: nehemiahecommunity.com
Response Timeline
We respond to all privacy inquiries and data subject access requests within 30-45 business days, or as required by applicable law. Complex requests may take longer.
Additional Information
Policy Version: 3.0
Effective Date: February 1, 2020
Last Updated: April 16, 2026
Next Review Date: April 16, 2027
This Privacy Policy is provided for informational purposes. While we strive to be comprehensive and accurate, this should not be considered legal advice. We recommend consulting with a qualified attorney to ensure compliance with all applicable laws in your jurisdiction.