Introduction

PeopleEdge Global ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of everyone who interacts with our services. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, share, and protect personal information when you visit our website at www.peopleedgeglobal.com, engage with our advisory services, or otherwise interact with us.

By using our website or services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please discontinue your use of our website and services.

This policy should be read alongside any other policies or notices we provide, including our Cookie Policy where applicable.

Who We Are

PeopleEdge Global is an executive intelligence and human capital consultancy providing leadership advisory, manager capability programmes, and performance diagnostics to organisations globally.

Information We Collect

We collect personal information in the following ways:

3.1 Information You Provide Directly

• Contact information: Name, job title, organisation, email address, phone number, and any other details you provide when submitting an enquiry, completing a contact form, or communicating with us.
• Consultation and engagement data: Information shared during advisory consultations, discovery calls, assessments, or programme participation, including organisational context, performance data, and feedback.
• Correspondence: Emails, messages, or other communications you send to us.

We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal information (such as health data, racial or ethnic origin, religious beliefs, or financial account details) through our standard interactions. If you voluntarily share such information during a consultation or engagement, we will treat it with the highest level of confidentiality.

3.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• Usage data: Pages visited, time spent, links clicked, referring pages, and browsing behaviour.
• Device and technical data: IP address, browser type and version, operating system, and device identifiers.
• Cookie data: Information collected via cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 8 for details).

3.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from publicly available sources (such as LinkedIn and company websites), referral partners, or event platforms where you have registered or engaged with PeopleEdge Global content. Where we collect personal data about you from a source other than yourself, we will take steps to inform you of this in accordance with applicable law.

3.4 Voluntary vs. Compulsory Data

Providing your personal data to us is generally voluntary. However, certain information — such as your name and contact details — is necessary for us to respond to your enquiry or deliver our services. Where this is the case, we will make it clear at the point of collection. If you choose not to provide required information, we may be unable to fulfil your request or provide certain services.

How We Use Your Information

We use personal information for the following purposes:

We do not use personal data for automated decision-making or profiling in a way that produces legal or similarly significant effects on individuals.

We will not use your personal data for purposes that are incompatible with those listed above without your prior consent.

Marketing Communications

If you have expressed interest in our services or opted in to receive communications from us, we may send you updates, insights, and information about our programmes and advisory offerings. These communications are relevant to your professional role and the nature of your engagement with us.

You may opt out of marketing communications at any time by:

• Clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any email we send, or
• Contacting us directly at advisory@peopleedgeglobal.com

Opting out of marketing communications will not affect the receipt of essential service-related correspondence.

Data Sharing & Disclosure

We treat the personal information you share with us with strict confidentiality. We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties.

We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

• Service providers: Trusted third-party providers who assist in operating our website, managing communications, or delivering services (e.g., email platforms, analytics tools, CRM systems). These providers are contractually bound by confidentiality obligations and may only process your data on our instructions.
• Professional advisors: Legal, accounting, or compliance advisors where necessary for our operations.
• Legal requirements: Where disclosure is required by law, regulation, court order, or to protect the rights, safety, or property of PeopleEdge Global, our clients, or others.
• Business transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of business assets, personal data may be transferred to the relevant parties, subject to appropriate confidentiality protections.

International Data Transfers

PeopleEdge Global operates globally and may transfer personal data to countries outside your home jurisdiction, including countries that may not have the same level of data protection as your own. Where such transfers occur, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place — including Standard Contractual Clauses or other mechanisms recognised under applicable law — to protect your information to a standard consistent with applicable data protection laws.

You may request a copy of the relevant safeguards by contacting us at advisory@peopleedgeglobal.com.

Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience and understand how our site is used. Cookies are small text files stored on your device.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website. Where required by law, we will obtain your consent before placing non-essential cookies.

Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as is necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by applicable law. The criteria we use to determine retention periods include:

• The duration of our engagement or relationship with you
• Legal and regulatory obligations
• The nature of the data and any ongoing legitimate business need

When data is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymised.

Your Rights

Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have some or all of the following rights in relation to your personal data:

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, loss, alteration, or disclosure. These measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit using TLS (Transport Layer Security)
• Restricted access controls limiting data access to authorised personnel only
• Secure storage and handling practices for all personal data
• Regular review of our data handling and security processes

While we take the security of your data seriously, no method of transmission over the internet is entirely secure. In the event of a data breach that is likely to result in a risk to your rights and freedoms, we will notify you and the relevant supervisory authority as required by law.

Third-Party Links

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

Children's Privacy

Our website and services are intended for professionals and business decision-makers. We do not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under the age of 16. If you believe a minor has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately at advisory@peopleedgeglobal.com so we can take appropriate action.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last updated" date and version number at the top of this page. Where required by law, we will take steps to notify you of significant changes. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Complaints & Supervisory Authorities

If you have concerns about how we handle your personal data and are not satisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the relevant data protection authority in your jurisdiction.