Privacy Policy

Effective Date: February 09, 2025

Lex Epicure (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to safeguarding your privacy. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information that applies to your use of our website, membership services, and any associated events, content, or services (collectively, the “Services”).

By accessing or using our Services, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our Services.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect various types of information from or about you, which may include:

1.1 Personal Information You Provide

  • Contact Details: such as your name, email address, postal address, phone number, and firm/employer information.

  • Membership & Registration Data: information you provide when applying for or purchasing a membership (e.g., professional credentials, years of experience, payment details).

  • Event Participation Data: preferences, dietary restrictions, event sign-up information, and any additional information you voluntarily share when registering for an event.

  • Communications: records of any correspondence or messages you send to us (via email, website forms, or other channels).

1.2 Information Automatically Collected

  • Usage Data: information about how you use our website, including the pages you visit, the time spent on those pages, links clicked, and navigation paths.

  • Device Data: technical information about the device you use to access our Services (e.g., IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers).

  • Cookies and Similar Technologies: we may use cookies, web beacons, and other tracking technologies to enhance your experience and analyze site usage. You can control certain cookie settings via your browser preferences.

1.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from third-party sources, such as professional networks (e.g., LinkedIn) or event partners, to help us personalize and improve our Services.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for purposes including, but not limited to:

  1. Providing and Personalizing Our Services:

    • Processing membership applications and event registrations.

    • Personalizing event invitations, newsletters, or suggestions based on your preferences.

  2. Communicating with You:

    • Sending administrative or account-related messages, such as confirmations, invoices, or updates on policy changes.

    • Responding to inquiries, requests, or feedback.

  3. Event Management and Networking:

    • Coordinating event details (reservations, guest lists, dietary restrictions).

    • Facilitating networking opportunities among members (e.g., introducing members with similar interests, sharing attendee lists when appropriate).

  4. Improving Our Offerings:

    • Analyzing usage data to understand how members engage with our Site and Services.

    • Conducting surveys or research to optimize user experience, event quality, and membership offerings.

  5. Marketing and Promotions:

    • Sending promotional materials about upcoming events or special offers that may interest you.

    • You can opt out of marketing communications at any time by following the unsubscribe link in the emails or contacting us.

  6. Legal, Security, and Compliance:

    • Protecting the rights, property, or safety of Lex Epicure, our members, or others.

    • Complying with any applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

If you are located in certain jurisdictions (e.g., the European Economic Area), we rely on one or more of the following legal grounds to process your information:

  • Your Consent (e.g., for marketing communications).

  • Performance of a Contract (e.g., fulfilling our obligations under our membership agreement).

  • Compliance with Legal Obligations.

  • Legitimate Interests (e.g., improving our Services, preventing fraud, and ensuring network security).

4. How We Share Your Information

We may share personal information in the following contexts:

  1. Service Providers and Business Partners

    • With trusted third parties who assist us in operating our website, conducting events, processing payments, or otherwise providing parts of our Services (under binding confidentiality agreements).

  2. Events and Networking

    • For certain events or networking opportunities, we may share limited member information (e.g., name, firm) with other attendees, but only as necessary to fulfill the purpose of the event.

  3. Corporate Transactions

    • In connection with a potential or actual sale, merger, acquisition, or transfer of all or part of our business or assets. We will require the recipient to honor this Privacy Policy or notify you if different terms apply.

  4. Legal Obligations and Safety

    • If required by law or a valid legal process (e.g., a subpoena), or if we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, investigate fraud, or ensure the safety of our members or others.

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to outside parties for their direct marketing purposes without your explicit consent.

5. Data Retention

We retain personal information as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or to comply with legal, regulatory, or internal policy requirements. We may retain aggregated or de-identified information indefinitely.

6. Security Measures

We implement reasonable technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Choices and Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, such as:

  • Access, Correction, and Deletion: You can request access to or correction of your personal data, or request its deletion.

  • Opt-Out: You can unsubscribe from marketing emails by following the instructions in those emails or by contacting us directly.

  • Cookies: You can set your browser to refuse all or some browser cookies or to alert you when cookies are being sent. This may affect certain functionalities on our Site.

To exercise your rights, please contact us at [Email Address].

8. International Data Transfers

If you access our Services from outside of the United States, please note that your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States or other countries. We will take steps to ensure appropriate safeguards where required by applicable law.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our Services are not directed to children under 18, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately, and we will take steps to remove such information.

10. Third-Party Websites

Our Site or communications may contain links to third-party websites or services. We do not control, endorse, or assume any responsibility for the privacy policies or practices of those third parties. We encourage you to review their policies before providing any personal information.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we do, we will revise the “Effective Date” at the top of the policy and post the updated version on our website. Your continued use of our Services after any updates signifies your acceptance of those changes.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Lex Epicure
64 Beaver Street, Suite 114 New York, NY 10004
memberships@lexepicure.com