Privacy Policy

Globalyst Group

Effective Date: November 11, 2025

Last Updated: November 11, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to Globalyst Group ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information with care and transparency. This Privacy Policy applies to all Globalyst Group services, including but not limited to Venture Compass, Venture Talent, Seed to Steward, and any future service brands under the Globalyst Group umbrella.

This policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you interact with our websites, platforms, and services.

2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide to Us

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when using our services, including:

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address

  • Professional Information: Resume, work history, skills, qualifications, and professional experience

  • Account Information: Username, password, and account preferences

  • Communications: Information you provide when contacting us or communicating through our platforms

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you use our services, we automatically collect certain information:

  • Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our services, including pages visited, features used, and time spent on our platforms

  • Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers

  • Analytics Data: We use Google Analytics to understand how users interact with our services and to improve performance and user experience

2.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies for essential functionality:

  • Authentication Cookies: To maintain your logged-in session and provide secure access to your account

  • Analytics Cookies: Through Google Analytics to analyze usage patterns and improve our services

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings, though disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our services.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

  • Service Delivery: To provide, maintain, and improve our services across all Globalyst Group brands

  • Account Management: To create and manage your account, authenticate your identity, and provide customer support

  • Communication: To respond to your inquiries, send service-related notifications, and provide updates about our services

  • Platform Functionality: To enable features such as talent matching (Venture Talent), stakeholder coordination (Venture Compass), and other service-specific functionalities

  • Analytics and Improvement: To analyze usage patterns, improve user experience, and develop new features

  • Payment Processing: To process transactions through our payment processor, Stripe

  • Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes

4. How We Share Your Information

We respect your privacy and do not share your personal information with third parties except in the following limited circumstances:

4.1 With Your Consent

We will share your information with third parties only when you have explicitly provided your permission to do so.

4.2 Service Providers

We share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our services:

  • Stripe: For secure payment processing

  • Google Analytics: For website analytics and performance monitoring

These service providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and may only use it to perform services on our behalf.

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid legal requests, including:

  • Compliance with legal obligations

  • Protection of our rights, property, or safety

  • Prevention of fraud or illegal activities

  • Response to court orders, subpoenas, or other legal processes

4.4 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change and your options regarding your information.

5. Data Security

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

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest

  • Secure authentication and access controls

  • Regular security assessments and updates

  • Restricted access to personal information on a need-to-know basis

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but are committed to maintaining industry-standard protections.

6. Your Privacy Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

6.1 Access and Correction

You may access and update your personal information through your account settings or by contacting us at contact@globalystgroup.com.

6.2 Data Deletion

You have the right to request deletion of your personal information. Upon receiving a valid deletion request, we will process your request within 14 days. Please note that:

  • Some information may be retained as required by law or for legitimate business purposes

  • Deletion of your account may result in loss of access to our services

  • Certain information may be retained in backup systems for a limited period

  • To request deletion of your data, please contact contact@globalystgroup.com.

6.3 Opt-Out of Communications

You may opt out of receiving marketing communications from us by:

  • Following the unsubscribe instructions in any marketing email

  • Updating your communication preferences in your account settings

  • Contacting us at contact@globalystgroup.com

Please note that even if you opt out of marketing communications, we may still send you service-related notifications necessary for your use of our services.

6.4 Cookie Management

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our services.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide our services to you

  • Comply with legal obligations

  • Resolve disputes and enforce our agreements

  • Fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy

When your information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it in accordance with our data retention policies.

8. International Data Transfers

Globalyst Group currently operates primarily in the United States, with plans to expand globally. If you access our services from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States or other countries where our service providers operate.

We will implement appropriate safeguards to ensure your information receives adequate protection in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under the age of 13 (or 16 in certain jurisdictions). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child without proper parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.

If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately at contact@globalystgroup.com.

10. Third-Party Links and Services

Our services may contain links to third-party websites, applications, or services that are not operated by Globalyst Group. This Privacy Policy does not apply to third-party services. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you access.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party services.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, services, or legal requirements. When we make material changes, we will:

  • Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy

  • Notify you through email or a prominent notice on our services

  • Provide you with an opportunity to review the updated policy

Your continued use of our services after changes become effective constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

12. California Privacy Rights

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

  • The right to know what personal information we collect, use, and disclose

  • The right to request deletion of your personal information

  • The right to opt out of the sale of personal information (note: we do not sell personal information)

  • The right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise these rights, please contact us at contact@globalystgroup.com.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Email: contact@globalystgroup.com

Mailing Address:

Globalyst Group

Privacy Department

1484 Pollard Rd #3093

Los Gatos, CA 95032

We will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable timeframe, typically within 30 days.

14. Consent

By using Globalyst Group services, you consent to the collection, use, and processing of your personal information as described in this Privacy Policy.

Globalyst Group and its service brands (including Venture Compass, Venture Talent, Seed to Steward, and future acquisitions) are committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining the trust you place in us.

Thank you for choosing Globalyst Group.