Governance & Data Protection
Privacy Policy
Effective Date: November 6, 2026
Platform: www.theelephantistalking.com
1. Data Controller
The data controller responsible for the governance and processing of personal data collected through this platform is:
- Initiative: The Elephant Is Talking: Elevating Human Agency in the Digital Age
- Operating Framework: Independent Strategic Think Tank & Executive Network
- Jurisdiction: Madrid, Spain (European Union)
- Executive Privacy Contact: connect@theelephantistalking.com
2. Purpose of Processing & Legal Grounding (GDPR Art. 6)
We apply rigorous organizational boundaries to personal data. Data is processed exclusively for established strategic outcomes aligned with European regulatory standards:
| Engagement Track | Data Categories | Legal Basis (GDPR) | Core Strategic Intent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prospectus & Inquiries | Name, corporate email, role, organizational affiliation. | Art. 6(1)(b) — Pre-contractual steps | Delivering the Strategic Engagement Prospectus and coordinating leadership dialogues. |
| Closed-Door Sessions | Executive credentials, focus areas, contact information. | Art. 6(1)(f) — Legitimate interest | Curating invite-only C-Suite focus groups under Chatham House rules. |
| Applied Research Briefings | Email address, executive title. | Art. 6(1)(a) — Explicit consent | Distribution of diagnostic frameworks, blueprints, and thought leadership releases. |
| Infrastructure Integrity | Anonymized IP, server timestamps, technical telemetry. | Art. 6(1)(f) — Legitimate interest | Ensuring platform stability, network security, and defense against systemic execution faults. |