PRIVACY & COOKIE POLICY

1. Ownership and Identity

This website is operated by American Commerce Alliance LLC ("ACA," "we," "us," or "our"), a limited liability company organized under the laws of the State of Illinois, with registered headquarters in Chicago, USA. We act as the Data Controller for the personal information collected through our digital platforms and business operations.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information that you provide directly to us and information that is automatically collected when you use our services:

• Personal Identifiers: Name, professional title, and company affiliation.
• Contact Information: Professional email address, phone number, and mailing address.
• Transaction & Event Data: Details regarding participation in trade shows, summits, gala dinners, and payments for services.
• Preference Data: Your interests in specific industrial sectors, U.S. market entry, or investment opportunities.

3. Cookie Policy & Automated Collection

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience and analyze traffic. Cookies are small data files stored on your device.

4. Purpose of Data Processing

We process your data for the following legitimate business purposes:

• To coordinate and manage your participation in elite international events.
• To provide strategic guidance for U.S. market entry and trade relations.
• To facilitate B2B matchmaking and institutional partnerships.
• To comply with U.S. federal and state legal obligations.
• To send professional communications regarding the American Commerce Alliance network.

5. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Compliance)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), our legal basis for collecting data depends on the context: (i) Consent: You have given us clear permission. (ii) Contract: Processing is necessary for a contract we have with you. (iii) Legitimate Interests: For our business operations (e.g., event coordination) provided it does not override your rights.

6. California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)

California residents have specific rights regarding their personal information. American Commerce Alliance LLC does not sell your personal information. You have the right to request disclosure of the data we collect, the right to request deletion, and the right to opt-out of "sharing" for cross-context behavioral advertising.

7. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We share your information only with trusted partners necessary to fulfill our services:

• Institutional Partners: Government agencies or chambers of commerce involved in trade delegations.
• Secure Service Providers: IT hosting, secure payment gateways, and email distribution platforms.
• Legal Compliance: When required by court order or to protect ACA’s legal rights.

8. International Data Transfers

Our servers are located in the United States. By using our services, you acknowledge that your information will be transferred to and processed in the U.S., where data protection laws may differ from those in your home country.

9. Security and Retention

We implement industry-standard administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your data. We retain personal information for as long as necessary to provide the requested services, comply with tax/legal requirements, or resolve disputes.

10. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data. To exercise these rights, or to unsubscribe from our business communications, please use the links provided in our emails or contact us directly.

11. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

12. Contact Our Privacy Team

For any questions regarding this policy or our data practices, please contact us: