Privacy Policy

Introduction

Business and Professional Women of Colorado (BPW Colorado) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, store, use, and disclose your information as part of our operations and services.


This policy applies to personal information collected through our website, managed under our platform and supported by third-party service providers such as payment processors. Our goal is to ensure compliance with international, federal, and local privacy regulations, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the UK Data Protection Act, and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).


By using our website or engaging with Business and Professional Women of Colorado programs, services, or membership offerings, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.


As an affiliate of National Federation of Business and Professional Women's Club (NFBPWC) and BPW International, Business and Professional Women of Colorado may engage in activities and communications that connect with these broader organizational networks. Some transactions or data sharing may be related to collaborative initiatives within the BPW network.

What We Collect and How We Use It

We collect personal information directly from you when you:

  • Create or update your membership profile
  • Register for events or programs
  • Make donations or purchases
  • Participate in surveys, forums, or discussion boards
  • Submit forms or applications


The information collected may include:

  • Contact details (e.g., name, address, email, phone number)
  • Demographics (e.g., date of birth, gender, professional background)
  • Membership activity (e.g., payment history, certifications, volunteer participation)
  • Communication preferences
  • Social media links (if provided)


We use this information to:

  • Operate and manage Business and Professional Women of Colorado membership and club or chapter activities
  • Facilitate event registrations, donations, and communication
  • Provide member services and benefits
  • Fulfill financial and legal obligations as a nonprofit organization
  • Improve the experience and offerings on our website

Data Sharing and Processing

Your personal information is only accessed by authorized Business and Professional Women of Colorado administrators and is not sold or traded. We may share your data with:


  • Third-party service providers (e.g., payment processors like Stripe, email providers, analytics tools)
  • Vendors supporting our events or services (under confidentiality agreements)
  • Legal authorities, when required by law
  • National Federation of Business and Professional Women's Club (NFBPWC) or BPW International, when necessary for collaborative programs or communications that serve your membership. All such sharing is limited to only what is necessary and governed by data protection agreements.


Your data may be stored and processed in the United States. By using our services, you consent to this transfer.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:



  • Access: Request a copy of your stored personal data
  • Correction: Update or correct your data
  • Deletion: Request removal of your data (resignation from membership may be required)
  • Objection: Limit processing of your data or opt-out of non-essential communications
  • Portability: Request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format


You may manage many of these settings by logging into your member profile. For additional requests, please contact us using the information below.

Data Retention

We retain personal data for as long as necessary to:


  • Manage your membership and participation
  • Fulfill legal and financial reporting obligations
  • Prevent fraud and abuse
  • Maintain operational records and historical data for Business and Professional Women of Colorado


Some data may be retained in backups or for analysis, even after account closure, as permitted by law.

Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use cookies or other tracking technologies to:


  • Keep you logged in during sessions
  • Monitor website usage
  • Improve our services


You may adjust your browser settings to block or limit cookies.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for unsupervised use by children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from users in this age group.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy as needed to reflect changes in our operations or compliance requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page, and your continued use of the website will indicate acceptance.

Contact Us

For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your data rights, please contact:


Business and Professional Women of Colorado

Phone: (303) 423-8569

Email: info@bpwcolorado.org