Privacy Policy


Effective Date: October 1, 2024

The Michigan Business Educators Association (MBEA) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and share personal information when you visit our website at MBEA.org. The website is hosted by Dennco Information Systems, and payments are processed securely through Stripe, our trusted payment processing partner.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information from visitors to our website in the following ways:

  • Personal Information: When you register for events, sign up for our newsletter, or contact us, we may collect personal information, including:
    • Name
    • Email address
    • Phone number
    • Organization/school name
    • Job title or role
  • Payment Information: If you register for a paid event or make a purchase, we collect billing information, including:
    • Billing address
    • Payment information (processed securely by Stripe, not stored by MBEA.org)
  • Stripe’s Database: Payment transactions are securely processed via Stripe’s database. MBEA.org does not store sensitive payment data. Stripe’s database is compliant with PCI-DSS standards, ensuring the security and privacy of your payment information.
  • Automatically Collected Information: When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information through cookies and similar tracking technologies, including:
    • IP address
    • Browser type and version
    • Pages visited and time spent on our site
    • Device information

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected to:

  • Process event registrations and purchases
  • Communicate important updates and event details
  • Respond to inquiries and provide member support
  • Improve our website and customize user experience
  • Send marketing communications (if you have opted in)

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share information in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: We engage third-party providers, including Stripe and Dennco Information Systems, to assist with our services, such as payment processing and hosting. Stripe processes payment information securely and in compliance with industry standards.
  • Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required by law or to protect our rights, comply with a legal process, or safeguard public safety.

4. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. Stripe retains payment data in accordance with its policies, ensuring compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements. After the necessary retention period, information will be deleted or anonymized as required.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

MBEA.org uses cookies to improve website functionality and analyze site usage. You can control cookie settings through your browser settings; however, disabling cookies may affect your user experience.

6. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal information we hold.
  • Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information.
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your information, where applicable.
  • Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing emails using the link provided in each email or by contacting us directly.

7. Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information. Payments are processed securely through Stripe, which complies with PCI-DSS standards to safeguard payment data. Although we strive for data security, no online transmission is entirely secure.

8. Children’s Privacy

MBEA.org does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us to have it removed.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We encourage you to review it periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact our Data Protection Officer (DPO):

Dustin Lee Bayn

Data Protection Officer

Email: dpo@dennco.net

Phone: +1 (888) 960-9724

Address:  416 Ashmun Street Suite B Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783 USA