Your privacy is important to us. To better protect your privacy, we provide this Privacy Policy, which explains our online information practices and the choices you can make about how your information is collected and used on this website (“Website”). Please see our Terms  of Use for additional information applicable to your use of our Website.

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By accessing or using any areas of our Website, you expressly consent to the provisions of this Privacy Policy and to our collection, storage, use, and disclosure of information obtained from you as described herein.

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The Information We Collect

You are not required to provide personally identifiable information in order to access and browse our Website. However, to engage with certain services—such as signing up for coaching, professional development sessions, newsletters, or submitting inquiries—you may need to provide:

• Name

• Address

• Email address

• Phone number

• Contact preferences

• Billing or payment details (if applicable)

This information may be collected through forms, surveys, event registrations, or direct communications with us, including email or SMS.

We also collect non-personally identifiable information (e.g., browser type, site usage data) to help us improve our Website and services.

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How We Use the Information

Your personally identifiable information is used to:

• Provide services, such as coaching sessions and PD bookings

• Respond to your inquiries and requests

• Manage registration for events or workshops

• Send updates, newsletters, or marketing communications (if opted in)

• Improve our offerings and customer service

• Fulfill legal, accounting, or compliance obligations

Non-personal information may be aggregated for analytics and operational improvements.

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Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data only in the following instances:

• Business Partners: When services are co-delivered with external partners (e.g., KIPP Atlanta Schools), we may share your information to fulfill service delivery.

• Third-Party Service Providers: We may engage companies to help with web hosting, marketing, analytics, or administrative functions. These partners are only provided the information necessary to perform their specific services.

• Legal Compliance: We may disclose information to comply with legal processes or protect the rights and safety of our firm or others.

• Business Transactions: In the event of a merger, reorganization, or asset sale, your data may be transferred as part of the transaction.

You may opt out of having your information shared at any time by contacting us at hello@vernonjamesriley.com.

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Your Choices

You can:

• Opt out of receiving promotional emails by clicking “unsubscribe” in any marketing email or contacting us directly

• Request corrections or deletion of your personal information by emailing us

• Choose to browse the Website without submitting any personal data

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Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to analyze Website usage and enhance your browsing experience. Most browsers allow you to control cookie settings. Declining cookies may limit functionality on some pages.

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External Links and Third-Party Tools

Our Website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third parties. We also embed YouTube videos, which are governed by YouTube’s Terms of Service and Google’s Privacy Policy.

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SMS Marketing and Communications

We may collect your mobile phone number when you opt-in to receive SMS messages from us. Your mobile number will be used to send you promotional offers, updates, and alerts. You may opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time by texting "STOP". Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. For more information about your messaging plan, please contact your wireless carrier. For help, text "HELP" to or contact our customer support at hello@vernonjamesriley.com Your consent to receive SMS messages is required and can be withdrawn at any time.

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Security

We implement reasonable technical and administrative safeguards to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

To help protect your data:

• Use strong, unique passwords

• Log out after using shared devices

• Be cautious when sharing sensitive information online

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Access & Corrections

To view or request changes to your personal data, email us at hello@vernonjamesriley.com.

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International Visitors

This Website is intended for U.S. residents. If you access it from outside the U.S., you acknowledge that your data will be transferred to and processed in the U.S. under U.S. laws.

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Children’s Privacy

Our Website is not directed to children under 18. If you are under 18, you may use this Website only with parental or guardian supervision.

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Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes are effective immediately upon posting. For material changes, we may post a notice on our Website.

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Questions

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, contact us at:

📧 hello@vernonjamesriley.com
 

Last edited and effective as of June 10, 2025.