Effective Date: March 2, 2026
At Country Manager Club (operated by maia.), we are committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
1. Data We Collect
We only collect information that you voluntarily provide to us when:
Applying for membership: Name, job title, company, LinkedIn profile, and email address.
Subscribing to our newsletter: Name and email address.
Contacting us: Any information provided in your message.
2. How We Use Your Data
Your data is used exclusively to:
Process your membership application and manage your account.
Send you club updates, event invitations, and curated content.
Facilitate networking between members (only with your explicit consent).
Improve our website and service offerings.
We will never sell, rent, or trade your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.
3. Data Retention
We keep your personal data only for as long as is necessary for the purposes for which it was collected:
Members: For the duration of your membership plus 3 years after your last contact.
Newsletter Subscribers: Until you unsubscribe (via the link in any email).
4. Your Rights
Under the GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your data:
Access & Rectification: You can request to see or update your data at any time.
Deletion: You can request that we delete your personal information.
Objection: You can opt-out of receiving communications at any time.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at annika@maia.academy.
5. Data Security
We implement standard security measures (SSL encryption, secure hosting via Hostinger) to protect your data from unauthorized access or disclosure.
6. Cookies
Our website uses essential cookies for basic functionality and analytical cookies (like Google Analytics) to help us understand how visitors use the site. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.