TheBoardroom Africa (TBrA) is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of the personal information we collect. This Privacy Policy outlines how we handle personal data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the Mauritius Data Protection Act, and other applicable data protection laws. By using our services, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

1. Data We Collect

1.1 Personal Data

We collect personal information that you provide directly to us, such as:

• Name
• Job title and company
• Contact information (email, phone number, etc.)
• Biographical data (e.g., CVs, professional history, qualifications)
• Payment details 

1.2 Automatically Collected Data

When you interact with our website, platform, or mobile app, we may automatically collect information such as:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device identifiers
• Usage data (e.g., pages viewed, clicks, session duration)

2. Purpose of Data Collection

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

2.1 Service Delivery

• Facilitating executive search services, talent placement, and leadership development.
• Delivering executive education programs through our TExEd platform.
• Administering participation in courses, events, or other services.

2.2 Marketing and Communications

• Sending promotional materials, newsletters, and updates about our services.
• Sharing participant names, job titles, and companies in marketing materials (with prior notice and the option to opt-out).

2.3 Improvement and Analytics

• Analysing user behaviour to improve our services and platform functionality.
• Conducting market research and impact assessments.

2.4 Compliance

• Complying with legal obligations, including anti-fraud and anti-money laundering requirements.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data under the following lawful bases:

• Consent: When you have explicitly agreed to the use of your data for specific purposes.
• Contract: When data processing is necessary to fulfil our contractual obligations.
• Legitimate Interests: For purposes such as service delivery, marketing, and improving our offerings.
• Legal Obligation: When processing is required to comply with applicable laws.

4. Data Sharing

We may share your personal data with:

• Service Providers: Third-party vendors supporting our operations (e.g., payment processors, analytics providers).
• Partners and Affiliates: Entities involved in the delivery of executive education or recruitment services.
• Legal Authorities: Where required by law or for the protection of our rights.

We do not sell or rent personal data to third parties.

5. International Data Transfers

As a global organisation, we may transfer your data outside Mauritius and the EU. In such cases, we ensure adequate safeguards, such as standard contractual clauses, are in place to protect your information.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, and resolve disputes. Data no longer required is securely deleted or anonymised.

7. Your Rights

Under GDPR and Mauritius privacy laws, you have the following rights:

• Access: Request access to your personal data.
• Rectification: Correct inaccuracies in your data.
• Erasure: Request deletion of your data (where legally permissible).
• Restriction: Limit the processing of your data.
• Data Portability: Receive your data in a machine-readable format.
• Objection: Object to data processing based on legitimate interests.
• Withdraw Consent: Revoke consent at any time.

To exercise your rights, please contact us at privacy@theboardroomafrica.com.

8. Security

We implement technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no system is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and analyse usage. For details, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on our website with the revised effective date.

11. Complaints

If you believe we have infringed your data protection rights, you have the right to file a complaint with the Mauritius Data Protection Office or your local supervisory authority.

11. Contact Us

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

TheBoardroom Africa
Email: compliance@theboardroomafrica.com
Address: 5th FLOOR, The CORE Building, No. 62 ICT Avenue, Cybercity, Ebene, Mauritius