Privacy Policy

Welcome to the official website of the Vlerick Chief Economist Debate. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.

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Information We Collect

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We may collect the following types of personal data:

• Identification information (e.g. name, email address, company name, job title)

• Contact details (e.g. phone number, address)

• Event-related preferences (e.g. dietary requirements, accessibility needs)

• Technical data (e.g. IP address, browser type, time zone, device information)

• Usage data (e.g. pages visited, interactions on the website)

We collect this data through forms you fill out, cookies, analytics tools, and direct communication.

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Purpose of Data Collection

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We collect and process your data for the following purposes:

• To manage your registration and participation in the event

• To communicate important event updates

• To improve our website and event experience

• To comply with legal obligations

• To keep you informed about future editions or related events (if you opt in)

 

Legal Basis for Processing

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We process your personal data based on:

• Your consent

• Our legitimate interests in organising and promoting the event

• Compliance with legal obligations

 

Sharing of Data

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We do not sell your data. We may share your information with:

• Our trusted service providers (e.g. event management platforms, catering providers)

• Vlerick Business School (if you are affiliated or if relevant to the event)

• Legal authorities, if required by law

All third-party processors are bound by confidentiality and data protection obligations.

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Your Rights

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Under applicable data protection laws (e.g. GDPR), you have the right to:

• Access your personal data

• Correct or update your data

• Request deletion of your data

• Withdraw consent at any time

• Object to or restrict processing

• Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

To exercise your rights, please contact us at alumni@vlerick.com.

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Data Security

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We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data against loss, misuse, and unauthorised access.

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Data Retention

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We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes stated above or as required by law.

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Children’s Privacy

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Our website and services are not intended for individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect data from minors.

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Changes to This Policy

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We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website, with the date of the last update clearly indicated.