Privacy Policy
SOAR Leadership Groups (“SOAR,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, store, and share your information when you interact with our website, services, or apply to participate in SOAR peer groups.
By accessing our website at https://soargroups.com or engaging with our programs, you consent to the practices outlined in this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
We collect information from and about users in the following ways:
Information You Provide to Us Directly
- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, job title, and organization
- Application Details: Professional background, business goals, company metrics, and leadership objectives
- Referral Information: If you refer someone, we collect their name, email, and your relationship to them
- Survey Responses: Feedback and insights collected through optional surveys or evaluations
- Communication Content: Emails, interviews, inquiries, and other interactions
Information Collected Automatically
- Device & Usage Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, pages visited, referring URLs, and timestamps
- Cookies & Tracking Technologies: To remember preferences, analyze traffic, and improve website performance
Information from Third Parties
We may collect or supplement your data from publicly available sources, professional networks (e.g., LinkedIn), or service providers as part of our due diligence and matching process.
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Review and process SOAR group applications
- Communicate updates, events, opportunities, and insights
- Facilitate introductions, group coordination, and shared learning among members
- Customize your experience and improve website functionality
- Conduct analytics and business research
- Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
- Prevent fraud or misuse of our services
Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process your personal data under the following legal bases:
- Consent: You’ve given clear consent for processing
- Contractual Necessity: Processing is required to enter into or perform a contract
- Legitimate Interests: For internal operations, program delivery, and service improvement
- Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws or respond to lawful requests
Sharing of Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal data. We may share it with:
- Service Providers: Vendors who provide website hosting, analytics, email marketing, and application platforms (e.g., Google, Zoom, Airtable)
- Group Members: Limited information may be shared with current or prospective SOAR members for peer matching or referrals (with your consent)
- Legal Authorities: If required to comply with laws or protect rights, safety, or property
- Business Transactions: In the case of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your data may be transferred as part of that transaction
Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies to enhance your user experience. These may:
- Keep you logged in
- Remember site preferences
- Analyze web traffic through tools like Google Analytics
You can manage cookie settings through your browser or opt-out of certain trackers via tools like YourAdChoices.
Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, including:
- Membership or applicant engagement
- Legal and regulatory obligations
- Security, analytics, and archival purposes
If you request deletion, we will honor that request unless retention is required by law.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal information
- Correction: Ask us to fix inaccurate or incomplete data
- Deletion: Request that we erase your data, subject to exceptions
- Objection: Object to processing under certain circumstances
- Restriction: Ask us to limit data processing
- Portability: Receive a copy of your data in a usable format
To exercise your rights, email us at privacy@soargroups.com. We will respond within the time required by applicable law.
If you are a California resident, you may also be entitled to rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and CPRA. These include the right to know, delete, or opt-out of the sale of personal information.
Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your data. These include:
- SSL encryption for data in transit
- Limited access to authorized personnel
- Secure infrastructure with trusted third-party providers
Despite these measures, no system is 100% secure. Please use caution when sharing sensitive data online.
Children’s Privacy
Our services are intended for adult professionals (age 18 and older). We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 16 years old. If we learn that we’ve collected data from a minor, we will delete it immediately.
International Data Transfers
If you access our services outside the United States, your data may be transferred to and stored on servers located in the U.S. or other countries with different data protection laws. We take steps to ensure adequate protection, including the use of standard contractual clauses when required.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to other websites or social media platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the “Effective Date” above and, if changes are significant, provide prominent notice (e.g., via email or banner).
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests related to your personal information, please contact us:
SOAR Leadership Groups
Email: privacy@soargroups.com
Website: https://soargroups.com
Thank you for trusting SOAR Leadership Groups.
We’re committed to fostering a secure and respectful digital environment for visionary leaders like you.