Privacy Policy

GLOBAL CIO FORUM EUROPE 
Effective Date: March 15, 2025

Introduction

The World CIO 200 Summit (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal data is handled securely and in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR). This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, process, store, and protect your information.

Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following personal data when you submit a nomination, register for our events, or engage with us:

  • Name, job title, and company details
  • Contact information (email, phone number, address)
  • Professional credentials and achievements
  • Any other details you provide voluntarily

Purpose of Data Processing

We collect and process your personal data for the following purposes:

  • Evaluating nominations for the World CIO 200 Summit
  • Communicating important event-related updates
  • Facilitating event participation and logistics
  • Marketing and promotional activities (with your consent)
  • Compliance with legal and regulatory obligations

Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data based on one or more of the following legal grounds:

  • Consent: When you provide voluntary information via the nomination form or event registration.
  • Legitimate Interest: To ensure efficient event operations and engagement with our community.
  • Contractual Obligation: Where processing is necessary for fulfilling event-related commitments.
  • Legal Compliance: Where required by law or regulatory authorities.

Data Sharing & Third Parties

Your personal data may be shared only in the following instances:

  • With event partners or sponsors strictly for event facilitation
  • With service providers for logistical, IT, and communication support
  • When required by legal or regulatory authorities
  • We do not sell or trade personal data to third parties

Data Security & Retention

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. Your data will be retained only as long as necessary for event-related purposes or legal compliance. After this period, it will be securely deleted or anonymized.

Your Rights Under GDPR

As a data subject, you have the right to:

  • Access, rectify, or erase your personal data
  • Withdraw consent at any time
  • Restrict or object to data processing
  • Request data portability
  • Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority if you believe your rights have been violated

To exercise your rights, contact us at [admin@globalcioforum.com].

Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience. By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in our Cookie Policy.

Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date.

Contact Us

For any inquiries regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us at:

Global CIO Forum
Email: [admin@globalcioforum.com]
Address: [Office No #115, First Floor, G2 Circular Building, Dubai Production City (IMPZ)]
Phone: +971 4564 8684

By engaging with the World CIO 200 Summit, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.