Privacy Policy

Rise Events (“we,” “us,” “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data responsibly. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you participate in or register for our exhibitions, conferences, roundtables, or other business events globally, including through our websites, platforms, and third-party partners. 

By engaging with Rise Events and associated platforms, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. 

1. Information We Collect 

We collect different types of personal data depending on your interaction with us, including but not limited to: 

• Registration Information: Name, contact details (email, phone number), job title, company name, billing and payment details. 

• Event Participation Data: Attendance records, session participation, speaker submissions, exhibitor data, and feedback surveys. 

• Usage Data: IP address, device type, browser information, website activity, and event platform interactions. 

• Communication Data: Correspondence with customer service, event notifications, marketing communications, and networking communications. 

• Location Data: Where permitted, location data for event check-ins and networking purposes. 

• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Information collected via cookies, pixels, and similar technologies to improve user experience and measure event effectiveness. 

2. How We Use Your Information 

Your data enables us to: 

• Facilitate your participation in exhibitions, conferences, and roundtables. 

• Manage event registrations, payments, and access controls. 

• Provide personalised event content and recommendations. 

• Communicate event updates, marketing materials, and relevant third-party offers (with consent). 

• Enable networking opportunities, including sharing your profile with other attendees if permitted. 

• Analyse and improve event effectiveness, user experience, and business operations. 

• Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms and policies. 

• Protect against fraud, abuse, and security threats. 

3. Legal Bases for Processing 

Where applicable under laws such as GDPR, we process your data based on: 

• Consent: Your explicit consent to process your personal data for specific purposes. 

• Contractual Necessity: Processing is necessary to perform contractual obligations related to event participation. 

• Legitimate Interests: For legitimate business purposes such as improving services, marketing, and fraud prevention, balanced against your rights and interests. 

• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations. 

4. Sharing Your Information 

We may share your personal data with: 

• Event Partners and Service Providers: For event delivery, payment processing, marketing, and analytics. 

• Exhibitors, Sponsors, and Attendees: For networking purposes, if you consent or where your information is publicly available through event materials. 

• Regulatory Authorities: When required by law or to protect legal rights. 

• Affiliates and Subsidiaries: To provide consistent service globally. 

We do not sell your personal data. 

5. International Data Transfers 

Because our events and services are global, your personal data may be transferred internationally. We ensure appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses or Privacy Shield certifications are in place to protect your data during these transfers. 

6. Your Privacy Rights 

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights including: 

• Access, correction, or deletion of your personal data. 

• Withdrawal of consent for certain processing activities. 

• Objection to processing based on legitimate interests. 

• Data portability requests. 

• Lodging complaints with data protection authorities. 

To exercise your rights, please contact us at info@rise-events.com 

7. Data Retention 

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to provide our services, comply with legal requirements, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. 

8. Security 

We implement industry-standard technical and organisational measures to safeguard your data against unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. 

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies 

Our websites and event platforms use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality, personalise content, and measure engagement. You can control cookie preferences via browser settings or our Cookie Policy [link]. 

10. Children’s Privacy 

Our events and services are intended for professionals and are not directed at children under 16. We do not knowingly collect data from children without parental consent. 

11. Updates to This Privacy Policy 

We may update this policy to reflect changes in practices or legal requirements. Updated versions will be posted here with a revised effective date. We encourage you to review the policy periodically. 

12. Contact Us 

For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your data, contact us at: 

Email: info@rise-events.com 

 Cookie Policy 

Effective Date: 03/10/25 

At Rise Events, we use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience, understand how our services are used, and improve functionality. 

What Are Cookies? 

Cookies are small text files stored on your device by websites you visit. They help websites recognise your device and remember your preferences. 

Types of Cookies We Use 

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality, such as logging in and event registration. 

• Performance Cookies: Collect anonymous data on how visitors use our site to help improve performance. 

• Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and personalise your experience. 

• Advertising Cookies: Deliver relevant advertisements and measure ad effectiveness. 

Managing Cookies 

You can control and manage cookies via your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect your experience on our site. 

For detailed information, please review our full [Cookie Policy]