Privacy Policy

Our Commitment to Privacy

At The Irish American Business Chamber & Network (the “IABCN,” “us”, “we”, or “our”), protecting your privacy is important to us. We understand that you (“User” or “you”) may have questions or concerns about your personal information and how it is collected, used, and protected. With this in mind, we have developed this Privacy Policy (the “Policy”). To make this Privacy Policy easily accessible, we have made it available on the home page of our website at www.iabcn.org (the “Website”). This Policy informs you of our policies regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of Personal Data when you use our Services and the choices you have associated with that data.

By using the Website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with the Policy. Unless otherwise defined in this Privacy Policy, terms used in this Policy have the same meanings as in our Terms and Conditions, accessible from the Website.

  1. Applicability of Privacy Policy. This Privacy Policy applies solely to information we collect through this Website. This Policy does not address Personal Data that you provide to us in other contexts (e.g., through a business relationship not handled through the Website).
  2. Types of Data We Collect. On some pages on the Website, you may be able to submit queries, download information, purchase tickets, or request services. The IABCN may collect and maintain, without limitation, the following types of personal information:
    • Name
    • Mailing address
    • Email address
    • Phone number/Fax number
    • Records of donations and volunteer services
    • Records of the provision of services
    • Information about your operating system, IP address, browser type and language, referring and exit pages, URLs, keywords, date and time, time spent on pages, and similar usage information
    • Credit card and billing information for product or service purchases
  3. How Data is Collected & Used.
    1. Data Collection. You directly provide the IABCN with most of the data we collect. In addition to basic contact details, we may collect business information (such as company name, title, industry, and membership category). We collect and process data when you:
      1. Register online for an event, join or renew membership, or sponsor a program.
      2. Voluntarily complete a survey or provide feedback via message boards or email.
      3. Use or view our website via your browser’s cookies.
    2. Non-Personal Data. We may collect certain non-personal data, such as browser type, operating system, clicked items, session duration, and referrer sites. We may aggregate non-personal data with data from other users.
    3. Traffic Patterns. We collect and analyze anonymous or aggregated traffic data to improve website content and user experience.
    4. Disclosure of Personally Identifiable Information. We do not collect or disclose personally identifiable information except as set forth in this Policy or as permitted by you. We will not sell or rent your information. However, we may:
      1. Use information to support member satisfaction initiatives.
      2. Share limited member contact details (name, title, company, email) with other IABCN members for networking purposes.
      3. Share attendee contact information (name, company, email) with event attendees, sponsors, or speakers for networking and follow-up.
    5. Use. The IABCN collects your data so we can:
      1. Use the information for market research or to evaluate and improve services and programs.
      2. Manage your account.
      3. Email you with special events and services we think you might like.
      4. Maintain an up-to-date membership directory for internal and networking use.
      5. Notify you about upcoming events, updates, renewals, and announcements.
      6. Comply with legal, tax, and recordkeeping requirements.
  4. How We Store Your Data.
    1. Data Storage. We store your personal and non-personal data securely on internal servers, cloud platforms, or with vetted third-party providers.
    2. Data Security. We implement reasonable safeguards to protect data against unauthorized access or disclosure.
    3. Data Retention. We retain information as long as necessary for legitimate business, legal, or operational purposes, then securely delete or anonymize it.
    4. Third-Party Storage. Certain data may be processed or stored by third-party vendors who must protect your information and use it only for IABCN services.
  5. Privacy Policies of Other Websites. Our Website may contain links to other websites. This Policy applies only to our Website. Please read the privacy policies of any linked sites.
  6. Marketing. We may use your information for email communications and marketing. To opt out, follow unsubscribe instructions in emails or contact info@iabcn.org.
  7. Information from Children. Our website is not directed to children under 13. We comply with COPPA and do not knowingly collect data from children. Parents may contact info@iabcn.org to delete any such data.
  8. Retention of Information. We retain your information as long as your membership or account remains active or as needed for legitimate purposes, including:
    • Fulfilling outstanding obligations
    • Responding to questions or complaints
    • Demonstrating fair treatment
    • Meeting legal recordkeeping requirements
    • Maintaining limited archival or statistical records without using data for marketing without consent

    When no longer required, data will be deleted or anonymized. If deletion is not technically feasible, access will be restricted and the data secured.

  9. How Information is Protected. We use physical, electronic, and managerial safeguards to protect information, but no system is infallible. The IABCN cannot guarantee absolute security or protection from third-party interception.
  10. Changes to Privacy Policy. The IABCN reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on this webpage. Last updated: July 17, 2025.
  11. Contact Us.
    • Address: PO Box 1522, West Chester, PA 19380
    • Phone: 215-772-3101
    • Email: abarry@iabcn.org