Privacy Policy

We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information with transparency and integrity. Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the Website.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information that identifies, relates to, describes, or could reasonably be associated with you (“personal information”) in various ways, including:

a. Information You Provide to Us

• Registration Information: When you sign up for events, newsletters, or create an account, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, job title, company/organization, and postal address.
• Event Participation: When you register or attend our Food Waste Summit or other events, we may collect additional information such as dietary preferences, accessibility needs, payment details (for ticketing or merchandise), and professional affiliations.
• Communications: When you contact us through forms, email, or other means, we collect the information you provide, including the content of your communications and your contact details.
• Surveys and Feedback: If you participate in surveys or provide feedback, we may collect opinions, responses, and other relevant information.

b. Information We Collect Automatically

• Usage Data: We collect information about your interactions with our Website, such as the pages you visit, the time and date of your visit, the referring/exit pages, and the amount of time spent on pages.
• Device and Technical Data: We may collect information about your device and internet connection, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers, and mobile network information.
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to collect information about your browsing activities, to remember your preferences, to analyze trends, and to improve your experience. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

c. Information from Third Parties

• Third-Party Services: We may receive information about you from third-party platforms, such as event partners, ticketing providers, social media, or analytics services, in accordance with their privacy policies.
• Publicly Available Data: We may collect information from public sources, such as social media profiles or professional directories, where permitted by law.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To provide, operate, and maintain the Website and our services.
• To register you for events, process orders, and provide event-related communications.
• To personalize your experience and tailor content, recommendations, and offers to you.
• To communicate with you about updates, newsletters, marketing materials, event reminders, or administrative messages.
• To conduct research, analytics, and surveys to improve our events, Website, and services.
• To respond to your inquiries, feedback, or requests for information.
• To detect, prevent, and address technical issues, fraud, or security concerns.
• To comply with legal obligations, enforce our Terms of Service, and protect our rights and the rights of others.

3. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may disclose your information to trusted service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as event management, payment processing, email distribution, analytics, or website hosting. These vendors are obligated to protect your information and use it solely for the purposes we specify.
• Event Partners and Sponsors: In connection with the Food Waste Summit or other events, we may share your information with event partners, sponsors, or exhibitors, for event management, networking, or marketing purposes, with your consent if required by law.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or government agency).
• Business Transfers: If our Company is involved in a merger, acquisition, sale, or other business transfer, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction, subject to applicable law and your rights.
• With Your Consent: We may share your information for other purposes with your explicit consent.

4. Your Privacy Choices

You have certain rights and choices regarding your personal information:

• Opt-Out of Marketing Communications: You may opt out of receiving promotional emails by following the unsubscribe link in those emails or by contacting us directly. Please note that you may still receive administrative messages.
• Access, Update, or Delete Your Information: You may request to access, correct, update, or delete your personal information by contacting us (see “Contact Us”).
• Cookie Preferences: You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that some features of the Website may not function properly if cookies are disabled.
• Event-Related Information: If you attend our events and wish to restrict the sharing of your information with partners or sponsors, please notify us when registering or by contacting us.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, alteration, or destruction. These measures include secure servers, encrypted transmissions, access controls, and regular security assessments. However, no data transmission or storage can be guaranteed to be 100% secure. Please use caution when submitting personal information online.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Policy, to comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. The criteria for determining retention periods include the nature of the information, the purpose for which it was collected, and applicable legal requirements.

7. International Data Transfers

Our Website and services are operated in the United States. If you access our Website from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States or other countries. By using our Website, you consent to this transfer, storage, and processing as described in this Policy.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our Website and services are not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.

9. Third-Party Websites

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites, services, or applications that are not operated or controlled by All-Star Events, LLC. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those third parties, and we are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of those third-party sites before providing any information.

10. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or for other operational reasons. When we update the Policy, we will revise the “Effective Date” at the top. We encourage you to review this Policy periodically for any changes. Your continued use of the Website or our services after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at:

All-Star Events, LLC

Email: info@foodwastesummit.com

Website: foodwastesummit.com

We value your privacy and appreciate your trust in All-Star Events, LLC and the Food Waste Summit. Thank you for taking the time to read our Privacy Policy.