1. Introduction
The Global Business Roundtable (GBR) respects the privacy of its members, website visitors, partners, and stakeholders. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information when you visit our website, register as a member, or participate in our activities.
We are committed to handling personal information responsibly and in accordance with applicable data protection legislation, including the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa, where applicable.
2. Information We Collect
GBR may collect the following types of personal information:
- Personal Details: Names, surnames, contact numbers, email addresses, and other information provided during registration.
- Membership Information: Professional details, business affiliations, areas of interest, and membership preferences.
- Website Information: Basic technical information, such as IP addresses, browser types, device information, and website usage data, where collected.
- Communication Records: Information provided when contacting GBR, submitting enquiries, or participating in events and activities.
We only seek to collect information that is reasonably necessary for our legitimate organisational activities and applicable legal requirements.
3. How We Use Personal Information
GBR may use personal information to:
- Process and manage membership registrations.
- Communicate with members, partners, and stakeholders.
- Share information about events, networking opportunities, programmes, and organisational activities.
- Respond to enquiries and provide requested services.
- Maintain membership records and improve our services.
- Meet applicable legal, regulatory, and administrative obligations.
Marketing communications will be handled in accordance with applicable law, and individuals may opt out where appropriate.
4. Sharing of Personal Information
GBR does not sell personal information to third parties.
Personal information may be shared with authorised service providers, event partners, or other relevant parties where necessary to provide services, administer activities, or fulfil organisational requirements.
Information may also be disclosed where required or permitted by law. Where personal information is shared, GBR will take reasonable steps to ensure that it is handled appropriately and protected against unauthorised access or use.
5. Protection of Personal Information
GBR takes reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal information against loss, misuse, unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
Although we strive to safeguard personal information, no electronic storage system or method of transmission can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
6. Storage and Retention of Information
Personal information will be retained only for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, meet applicable legal obligations, resolve disputes, and maintain appropriate organisational records.
When information is no longer required, GBR will take reasonable steps to securely delete, destroy, or de-identify it, where appropriate and legally permissible.
7. Cookies and Website Tracking
The GBR website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve website functionality, understand visitor activity, and enhance the user experience.
Users may be able to manage or disable cookies through their browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
Where required by law, GBR will obtain appropriate consent for the use of cookies or tracking technologies.
8. Third-Party Websites
The GBR website may contain links to external websites or third-party platforms. These websites operate independently and may have their own privacy policies and practices.
GBR is not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites. Users are encouraged to review the relevant privacy policies before submitting personal information to third parties.
9. Your Privacy Rights
Subject to applicable law, individuals may have the right to:
- Request access to their personal information.
- Request the correction or updating of inaccurate information.
- Request the deletion of personal information where legally permissible.
- Object to certain forms of processing or withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
- Object to direct marketing communications.
- Lodge a complaint with the relevant data protection authority.
Requests relating to personal information will be handled in accordance with applicable legal requirements.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
GBR reserves the right to update or amend this Privacy Policy when necessary to reflect changes in its operations, services, or applicable legislation.
Any updates will be published on the GBR website, together with the revised effective date where appropriate. Users are encouraged to review this policy periodically.
11. Acceptance of This Policy
By using the GBR website, registering for membership, or participating in GBR activities, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.
Where consent is legally required for specific processing activities, GBR will obtain that consent separately and appropriately.