Privacy Policy
Our commitment to protecting your data and maintaining confidentiality in high-stakes geopolitical advisory
1. Introduction
Ben Yeshoua (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data with utmost security and transparency. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you engage our geopolitical advisory services.
Geopolitical Advisory Context: Given the sensitive nature of our work, we implement enhanced security measures and strict confidentiality protocols beyond standard privacy practices.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information
- Contact Information: Name, email, phone number, company details
- Professional Information: Job title, organization, areas of responsibility
- Communication Data: Emails, meeting notes, briefing materials
2.2 Service-Specific Information
- Geopolitical Context: Regional focus areas, specific challenges, strategic objectives
- Business Intelligence: Market entry plans, regulatory concerns, stakeholder maps
- Risk Assessment Data: Political exposure, regulatory compliance requirements
2.3 Technical Information
- Website Usage: IP addresses, browser type, pages visited (via cookies)
- Communication Metadata: Call logs, meeting schedules, correspondence timestamps
3. How We Use Your Information
3.1 Primary Uses
- Provide tailored geopolitical analysis and strategic advice
- Develop customized risk mitigation strategies
- Facilitate stakeholder engagement and access
- Communicate service updates and strategic insights
3.2 Legal Bases for Processing
- Contractual Necessity: To fulfill our advisory services agreement
- Legitimate Interests: To improve our services and provide relevant insights
- Legal Compliance: To meet regulatory and compliance obligations
- Consent: For specific marketing communications (where applicable)
4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
4.1 Limited Sharing Circumstances
We may share information only in these specific scenarios:
- With Your Consent: When explicitly authorized for specific purposes
- Service Providers: Secure technology partners under strict confidentiality agreements
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or governmental authority
- Business Transfers: In connection with merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
Confidentiality Assurance: We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties for marketing or commercial purposes. Our geopolitical analysis and client-specific strategies are never shared without explicit authorization.
5. International Data Transfers
Given our global focus on the “Global Triangle” (MENA, Germany, Canada), your data may be transferred and processed in:
- European Union (with GDPR compliance)
- Canada (recognized as adequate by EU standards)
- Selected MENA countries with appropriate safeguards
- United States (under Privacy Shield framework or Standard Contractual Clauses)
We ensure all international transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and implement additional security measures for cross-border data flows.
6. Data Security
We implement enterprise-grade security measures to protect your information:
End-to-end encryption for all sensitive communications and data storage
Strict role-based access limited to essential personnel only
Enterprise-grade servers with regular security audits and penetration testing
All team members and partners sign comprehensive NDAs
7. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary for legitimate business purposes:
- Active Client Data: Retained for duration of service engagement plus 7 years
- Business Communications: 10-year retention for compliance and historical reference
- Analytical Models: Anonymized data retained for methodology development
- Marketing Data: Until consent withdrawal or 2 years of inactivity
8. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
Right to access your data and receive it in machine-readable format
Right to correct inaccurate or incomplete information
Right to request deletion of your personal data (“right to be forgotten”)
Right to restrict processing or object to certain data uses
To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@benyeshoua.com. We respond to all legitimate requests within 30 days.
9. Cookies and Tracking
We use minimal cookies and tracking technologies:
- Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality and security
- Analytical Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site (anonymized)
- Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
You can control cookie settings through your browser. Note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
10. Special Considerations for Geopolitical Data
10.1 Enhanced Protection for Sensitive Information
- Strict compartmentalization of client-specific geopolitical analysis
- Additional encryption for politically sensitive materials
- Limited access based on “need-to-know” principles
- Regular security training for all personnel
10.2 Ethical Intelligence Gathering
We commit to gathering all intelligence and data through:
- Legal and ethical means only
- Publicly available sources and authorized research
- Respect for individual privacy and data protection laws
- Compliance with international sanctions and regulations
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes through:
- Email notification to active clients
- Prominent notice on our website
- Updated “Last Modified” date
12. Contact Information
For privacy-related questions, concerns, or to exercise your rights, contact our Data Protection Officer:
Data Protection Officer
Ben Yeshoua Geopolitical Advisory
Email: privacy@benyeshoua.com
Response Time: Within 5 business days
Last Updated: December 2024
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.