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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2025 | Last Updated: January 1, 2025

KingdomBuilding Leadership, Inc. ("The Rail Way," "we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.

By using our website or services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide to Us

We collect information that you voluntarily provide when you:

Complete our Safety Culture Pulse Check or assessments:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Company/Organization name
  • Job title
  • Railroad type
  • Assessment responses

Request a consultation:

  • First and last name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Company/Organization name
  • Job title
  • Railroad type
  • Preferred meeting dates/times
  • Information about your goals and challenges

Subscribe to The Railway Column newsletter:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Company/Organization (optional)

Contact us directly:

  • Any information you choose to provide in emails, phone calls, or other communications

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

Device and Usage Information:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device type
  • Operating system
  • Pages visited and time spent on pages
  • Referring website addresses
  • Date and time of access

Cookies and Similar Technologies:

  • We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. See Section 5 for more details.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

2.1 To Provide Our Services

  • Process and respond to consultation requests
  • Deliver assessment results and recommendations
  • Send requested information about our services
  • Provide customer support

2.2 Communications

  • Send newsletters and updates about The Railway Column (with your consent)
  • Send service-related announcements
  • Respond to your inquiries and requests
  • Send administrative information about our services

2.3 To Improve Our Services

  • Analyze website usage and trends
  • Understand user preferences
  • Develop new services and offerings
  • Improve user experience

2.4 Legal and Security Purposes

  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Protect against fraud and security threats
  • Enforce our terms and conditions
  • Protect our rights and property

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

3.1 Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and delivering our services, including:

  • Email service providers (for newsletters and communications)
  • Form processing services (Formspree or similar)
  • Website hosting providers
  • Analytics providers (to understand website usage)

These service providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.

3.2 Business Transfers

If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change.

3.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government regulation, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to:

  • Comply with legal process
  • Protect our rights, property, or safety
  • Protect the rights, property, or safety of others
  • Prevent fraud or illegal activity

3.4 With Your Consent

We may share your information for any other purpose with your explicit consent.

4. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

  • Newsletter subscribers: Until you unsubscribe
  • Consultation requests: For the duration of our business relationship and as required for record-keeping
  • Assessment data: As long as necessary to provide results and follow-up services
  • Website analytics: Typically 26 months

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

5.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us improve your experience on our website.

5.2 Types of Cookies We Use

  • Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly
  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website
  • Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
  • Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant content (with your consent)

5.3 Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website.

6. Your Rights and Choices

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

6.1 Access and Correction

You have the right to access and update your personal information. Contact us at the email below to request access or corrections.

6.2 Deletion

You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions.

6.3 Opt-Out of Communications

  • Newsletter: Click the "unsubscribe" link in any email or contact us directly
  • Marketing communications: Opt out at any time by contacting us

6.4 Do Not Track

Our website does not currently respond to "Do Not Track" signals.

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

  • Encryption of data in transit (SSL/TLS)
  • Secure servers and databases
  • Access controls and authentication
  • Regular security assessments

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Children's Privacy

Our website and services are not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We take appropriate steps to ensure your information receives adequate protection in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

11. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

  • Right to know what personal information we collect
  • Right to know if we sell or disclose your personal information
  • Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
  • Right to request deletion of your personal information
  • Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise these rights, contact us at the email address below.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by:

  • Posting the updated policy on our website
  • Updating the "Last Updated" date
  • Sending an email notification (for significant changes)

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.