Privacy Policy

Last Updated: September 16, 2026

The Bergeson Series respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you provide when using our website, thebergesonseries.com (the “Website”).

By using the Website, you acknowledge the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please do not use the Website.

This Privacy Policy applies to information collected through the Website and the online services and features made available through it.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for changes.

What Information We Collect

You can generally browse the Website without directly providing personal information. However, you may choose to provide information to us when applying to participate in The Bergeson Series, registering for an event, requesting information, contacting us, or otherwise interacting with the Website.

Depending on how you use the Website, personal information we collect may include:

  • First and last name;
  • Email address;
  • Telephone number;
  • Mailing address;
  • Information submitted through program applications or registration forms;
  • Information you provide when contacting or communicating with us; and
  • Other information you voluntarily submit through the Website.

We may collect personal information when you:

  • Apply for participation in The Bergeson Series or one of our programs;
  • Register for programs, activities, initiatives, or events;
  • Request information or assistance;
  • Subscribe to newsletters or other communications, where available;
  • Participate in surveys or research;
  • Contact us through forms, email, telephone, or other contact information provided on the Website; or
  • Otherwise voluntarily provide information through the Website.

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit the Website, certain technical and usage information may be collected automatically.

Depending on the technologies and services used on the Website, this information may include:

  • Internet Protocol (IP) address;
  • Browser type and version;
  • Device type and operating system;
  • Referring website or source;
  • Pages visited and interactions with the Website;
  • Date and time of access;
  • General geographic information derived from an IP address; and
  • Other website traffic and usage information.

This information may be used to understand how visitors use the Website, maintain and improve the Website, troubleshoot technical issues, and evaluate the effectiveness of our content and services.

How We Use Your Information

We may use information collected through the Website to:

  • Respond to inquiries and requests;
  • Process and evaluate program applications;
  • Manage participation in The Bergeson Series programs;
  • Process registrations for events, activities, and programs;
  • Communicate with applicants, participants, alumni, supporters, sponsors, and other individuals who interact with us;
  • Send information about programs, initiatives, activities, events, or organizational updates where appropriate;
  • Maintain and improve the Website and our programs;
  • Analyze Website usage and performance;
  • Protect the security and integrity of the Website;
  • Detect, investigate, or prevent potentially unlawful or inappropriate activity;
  • Comply with applicable legal obligations; and
  • Support the administration and operation of The Bergeson Series.

How We Share Your Information

We do not sell or rent personal information collected through the Website.

We may share information with third-party service providers that assist us in operating the Website or administering our programs and activities. These providers may include companies that provide website hosting, website analytics, email communications, application or registration processing, event management, technical support, or similar services.

These service providers may have access to personal information only to the extent reasonably necessary to perform services on our behalf.

We may also disclose information when we believe disclosure is required by law, legal process, or governmental request, or when reasonably necessary to:

  • Protect our rights or property;
  • Protect the security or integrity of the Website;
  • Prevent fraud, abuse, or unlawful activity; or
  • Protect the safety of our organization, Website visitors, program participants, or others.

If The Bergeson Series undergoes an organizational restructuring, merger, transfer, or similar transaction, information may be transferred as part of that transaction where permitted by applicable law.

Cookies and Similar Technologies

The Website may use cookies and similar technologies to support Website functionality, understand Website traffic and usage, remember user preferences, and improve the visitor experience.

Cookies are small files that websites may store on your computer or device. Some cookies may be necessary for the Website to function properly, while others may be used for analytics or other purposes.

Third-party services integrated with the Website may also use cookies or similar technologies according to their own privacy policies.

You can generally configure your browser to refuse or delete cookies. Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality or performance of portions of the Website.

Analytics and Third-Party Services

We may use third-party tools and services to operate, maintain, analyze, or improve the Website. These services may collect information about your device and your interactions with the Website in accordance with their respective privacy policies.

The Website may also contain links to third-party websites, social media platforms, event registration services, or other external services.

When you follow a link to another website or interact with a third-party service, that third party’s privacy practices apply. The Bergeson Series is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites and services.

Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures intended to protect personal information submitted through the Website against unauthorized access, use, alteration, or disclosure.

However, no Internet transmission, electronic storage system, or method of storing information can be guaranteed to be completely secure. Accordingly, we cannot guarantee the absolute security of information transmitted to or stored through the Website.

Data Retention

We may retain personal information for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, administer our programs and activities, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and maintain appropriate organizational records.

Retention periods may vary depending on the type of information and the purpose for which it was collected.

Your Privacy Choices and Rights

Depending on where you live and applicable law, you may have certain rights concerning your personal information.

These may include the right to request:

  • Access to personal information we maintain about you;
  • Correction of inaccurate personal information;
  • Deletion of certain personal information;
  • Information about how your personal information is used or disclosed; or
  • That we stop or restrict certain uses of your personal information where required by applicable law.

You may also unsubscribe from promotional email communications by using the unsubscribe mechanism provided in those communications, where available.

We may need to verify your identity before completing certain privacy requests.

California Privacy

California residents may have additional rights regarding their personal information under applicable California privacy laws.

Depending on which laws apply to The Bergeson Series and the particular information involved, these rights may include requesting information about personal information collected, requesting correction or deletion of personal information, and exercising other rights provided by applicable law.

The Bergeson Series will not discriminate against an individual for exercising privacy rights provided by applicable law.

Children’s Privacy

The Website and The Bergeson Series programs are not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information online from children under 13.

If we learn that personal information from a child under 13 has been collected through the Website without appropriate authorization, we will take reasonable steps to delete it.

If you believe that a child has provided personal information to us through the Website, please contact us using the contact information below.

Visitors Outside the United States

The Website is operated in the United States. If you access the Website from outside the United States, information you submit may be transferred to, processed, and stored in the United States or other locations where our service providers operate.

Data protection and privacy laws in those locations may differ from the laws of your country of residence.

Where applicable law provides you with specific rights regarding your personal information, you may contact us to exercise those rights.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may modify this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, legal requirements, or Website functionality.

When changes are made, the updated policy will be posted on this page and the “Last Updated” date will be revised.

Your continued use of the Website after changes are posted constitutes acknowledgment of the revised Privacy Policy to the extent permitted by applicable law.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, our privacy practices, or personal information you have provided through the Website, please contact:

The Bergeson Series
Website: thebergesonseries.com