David Joseph & Company (“David Joseph & Company,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) and its subsidiary, C-Suite Connect, are committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of personal information entrusted to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, retain, and safeguard personal information in connection with our advisory, recruiting, networking, and related professional services.

This Privacy Policy applies to all services, websites, communications, and platforms operated by David Joseph & Company and C-Suite Connect.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information, including:

a. Information You Provide Directly

  • Name, professional title, and employer

  • Business contact information, including email address and mobile phone number

  • Professional background, experience, and credentials

  • Information submitted through inquiries, memberships, applications, or event registrations

  • Communications and correspondence with us

b. Information Collected Automatically

  • IP address and device information

  • Browser type and usage data

  • Pages viewed and interaction metrics

  • Cookies and similar technologies

2. How We Use Personal Information

We use personal information to:

  • Provide advisory, recruiting, networking, and executive services

  • Facilitate professional introductions and relationship-building

  • Manage memberships, events, and communications

  • Respond to inquiries and provide support

  • Improve our services and platform performance

  • Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

We do not sell personal information.

3. SMS Text Messaging – Explicit Privacy Notice

Mobile information will not be shared, sold, rented, or disclosed to third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes under any circumstances.

Text messaging originator opt-in data, consent records, and associated mobile phone numbers are collected solely for the purpose of delivering messages requested by the recipient. This information is strictly confidential and will not be shared with any third parties, vendors, partners, or affiliates.

All other categories of personal information expressly exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent.

4. Disclosure of Personal Information (Non-SMS)

Except as stated in Section 3 above, we may disclose personal information:

  • To trusted service providers solely to support business operations (e.g., technology or communications platforms), subject to confidentiality obligations

  • Between David Joseph & Company and C-Suite Connect for internal service delivery purposes

  • Where required by law, regulation, court order, or legal process

  • In connection with a corporate transaction (e.g., merger or sale), subject to appropriate safeguards

5. Consent and Opt-Out

By providing personal information, you consent to its collection, use, and disclosure as described in this Privacy Policy.

For SMS communications, consent is explicit and opt-in only. You may withdraw consent or opt out of text messages at any time by following the instructions included in the message (e.g., replying “STOP”).

6. Data Retention

Personal information is retained only as long as necessary to fulfill its intended purpose or to comply with legal requirements.

7. Security Safeguards

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. No system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to support website functionality and analytics. You may control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

9. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

  • Access your personal information

  • Request corrections

  • Request deletion, subject to legal obligations

  • Withdraw consent

Requests may be submitted using the contact information below.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted with a revised effective date.