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CERNO Global, Inc.
Effective Date: January 1, 2026
CERNO Global, Inc. ("CERNO," "we," "our," or "us") has adopted this Privacy Policy ("Privacy Policy") to describe how we collect, use, disclose, retain, and otherwise process Personal Information in connection with our Website, services, and business activities. This Privacy Policy also describes the rights and choices available to individuals under applicable privacy laws.
This Privacy Policy applies to Personal Information collected through www.cernoglobal.com (the "Website"), communications with CERNO, and other interactions with us, unless a separate privacy notice applies.
For purposes of this Privacy Policy, the following terms have the meanings set forth below:
"Personal Information" means any information that identifies, relates to, describes, is reasonably capable of being associated with, or could reasonably be linked, directly or indirectly, to an identified or identifiable individual, as defined under applicable law.
"Process," "Processed," or "Processing" means any operation or set of operations performed on Personal Information, whether by automated or manual means, including the collection, use, storage, organization, access, disclosure, transfer, retention, deletion, or other handling of such information.
"Website" means www.cernoglobal.com and any webpages, digital content, or online services owned or operated by CERNO.
CERNO Global, Inc. is a leadership advisory and strategic consulting firm. In the course of providing its professional services and operating its business, CERNO may Process Personal Information through its Website, communications, events, business relationships, and other interactions described in this Privacy Policy.
CERNO may collect Personal Information directly from you, automatically through your use of the Website, and from third parties, as described below.
Information You Provide
CERNO may collect Personal Information that you voluntarily provide when you communicate with us, request information about our services, submit inquiries through the Website, subscribe to communications, register for or participate in meetings or events, apply for employment or other opportunities, or otherwise interact with CERNO.
Depending on the nature of your interaction with CERNO, this information may include your name, employer, job title, business affiliation, mailing address, email address, telephone number, and the contents of communications, submissions, or other materials you provide.
Information Collected Automatically
When you access or use the Website, CERNO and its service providers may automatically collect certain information about your use of the Website, such as your IP address, browser and device information, referring URLs, pages viewed, and dates and times of access.
We use privacy-focused analytics services to understand Website traffic, usage, and performance. The Website does not currently use cookies or similar browser storage technologies for analytics or advertising. Additional information is provided in the Website Analytics section below.
Information from Third Parties
CERNO may receive Personal Information from third parties, including publicly available sources, clients, business partners, service providers, referral sources, professional networking platforms, and other organizations with which CERNO maintains business relationships.
CERNO may combine Personal Information collected from different sources where permitted by applicable law.
CERNO may Process Personal Information for the following purposes, as permitted by applicable law:
to provide, administer, maintain, and improve our Website, professional services, and business operations;
to communicate with you, respond to inquiries, provide requested information, and manage our business relationships;
to administer meetings, events, webinars, surveys, and other activities conducted by CERNO;
to evaluate employment inquiries and other professional opportunities;
to operate, secure, monitor, maintain, and improve the Website, our information systems, and other technology resources;
to conduct internal business administration, including recordkeeping, auditing, financial management, compliance, risk management, and related administrative functions;
to comply with applicable legal, regulatory, contractual, and professional obligations;
to establish, exercise, or defend legal claims, and to protect the rights, property, safety, and security of CERNO, our personnel, clients, and others; and
for any other purpose disclosed at the time Personal Information is collected or otherwise permitted or required by applicable law.
CERNO does not sell Personal Information or disclose Personal Information to third parties except as described in this Privacy Policy or as otherwise permitted or required by applicable law.
CERNO may disclose Personal Information in the following circumstances:
Service Providers
CERNO may disclose Personal Information to third-party service providers that perform services on our behalf, including providers of information technology, website hosting, cloud computing, cybersecurity, data analytics, communications, payment processing, and other operational or administrative services. Such service providers are authorized to Process Personal Information only as necessary to perform services for CERNO or as otherwise required by applicable law.
Professional Advisers
CERNO may disclose Personal Information to attorneys, accountants, auditors, insurers, financial advisers, and other professional advisers where reasonably necessary in connection with the operation of our business, the provision of our services, compliance with legal obligations, or the protection of CERNO's legal interests.
Business Transactions
CERNO may disclose or transfer Personal Information in connection with an actual or proposed merger, acquisition, financing, restructuring, reorganization, sale of assets, investment, joint venture, dissolution, bankruptcy, or other corporate transaction. Personal Information may also be disclosed during the evaluation or due diligence of such transactions, subject to appropriate confidentiality obligations.
Legal and Regulatory Requirements
CERNO may disclose Personal Information where required or permitted by applicable law, regulation, legal process, court order, subpoena, governmental request, regulatory inquiry, or other lawful authority.
Protection of Rights
CERNO may disclose Personal Information where reasonably necessary to protect the rights, property, safety, or security of CERNO, its personnel, clients, or others; to enforce our agreements or policies; to detect, investigate, prevent, or respond to fraud, security incidents, or unlawful activity; or to establish, exercise, or defend legal claims.
CERNO uses privacy-focused analytics services to understand how visitors use the Website and to monitor Website performance. These services may collect limited technical and usage information, such as pages viewed, referring websites, browser and device information, approximate location derived from an IP address, and the date and time of visits.
The Website does not currently use cookies or similar browser storage technologies for analytics or advertising, and CERNO does not use Website visitor information for cross-context behavioral advertising.
CERNO uses privacy-focused third-party analytics and performance services to understand how visitors use the Website and to monitor Website performance.
If CERNO introduces cookies or other tracking technologies in the future, this Privacy Policy will be updated and CERNO will provide any notices or choices required by applicable law.
CERNO retains Personal Information only for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including to provide services, maintain business records, comply with applicable legal, regulatory, accounting, tax, and professional obligations, resolve disputes, enforce agreements, and protect CERNO's legal interests.
The appropriate retention period for Personal Information depends on the nature of the information, the purposes for which it is Processed, applicable legal requirements, and other relevant circumstances. When Personal Information is no longer required, CERNO will delete, anonymize, or otherwise dispose of it in accordance with applicable law and our records management practices.
CERNO maintains reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed and implemented to protect Personal Information against unauthorized access, acquisition, use, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
Although CERNO employs measures designed to safeguard Personal Information, no method of transmitting or storing information is completely secure. Accordingly, CERNO cannot guarantee the absolute security of Personal Information, and all transmission of information is at the individual's own risk.
Individuals are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of any credentials used to access services or systems provided by CERNO, where applicable.
CERNO is headquartered in the United States. Personal Information may be collected, transferred to, stored, or Processed in the United States or in other jurisdictions where CERNO, its service providers, or its professional advisers operate.
The data protection laws of these jurisdictions may differ from those of your country or place of residence and, in some cases, may provide a different level of protection.
Where required by applicable law, CERNO will implement appropriate safeguards to protect Personal Information transferred across international borders.
Subject to applicable law, you may have certain rights regarding the Personal Information CERNO Processes about you. Depending on your jurisdiction, these rights may include the right to:
request access to Personal Information CERNO Processes about you;
request correction of inaccurate or incomplete Personal Information;
request deletion of Personal Information, subject to applicable legal exceptions;
request restrictions on, or object to, certain Processing activities;
request a copy of Personal Information in a portable format, where applicable;
withdraw consent where Processing is based on consent; and
submit a complaint to a competent supervisory or regulatory authority, where permitted by applicable law.
CERNO will respond to requests in accordance with applicable law. To exercise any available privacy rights, please contact CERNO using the information provided in the Contact Information section of this Privacy Policy.
CERNO may request additional information to verify the identity of an individual before responding to a request where permitted or required by applicable law.
If you are a California resident, you may have certain rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act, as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act ("CPRA"), subject to applicable exceptions and limitations.
Depending on applicable law, California residents may have the right to:
know the categories of Personal Information CERNO has collected, used, disclosed, or retained about them;
request access to specific pieces of Personal Information CERNO maintains about them;
request correction of inaccurate Personal Information;
request deletion of Personal Information, subject to applicable legal exceptions;
request information regarding the categories of third parties to whom Personal Information has been disclosed;
request a copy of Personal Information in a portable format, where applicable; and
not be discriminated against for exercising rights provided under the CPRA.
CERNO does not sell Personal Information or share Personal Information for cross-context behavioral advertising, as those terms are defined under the CPRA.
California residents wishing to exercise their rights under the CPRA may contact CERNO using the information provided in the Contact Information section of this Privacy Policy. CERNO may request additional information to verify the identity of the requesting individual before processing a request, as permitted by applicable law.
If you are located in the European Economic Area ("EEA") or the United Kingdom ("UK"), and CERNO Processes your Personal Information in circumstances where applicable data protection laws apply, you may have certain rights under those laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation ("GDPR") and the UK GDPR.
Subject to applicable law, these rights may include the right to:
request access to Personal Information CERNO Processes about you;
request correction of inaccurate or incomplete Personal Information;
request deletion of Personal Information in certain circumstances;
request restriction of Processing in certain circumstances;
object to certain Processing activities;
request the transfer of Personal Information in a portable format, where applicable;
withdraw consent where Processing is based on consent, without affecting the lawfulness of Processing conducted before such withdrawal; and
lodge a complaint with the competent data protection authority in your jurisdiction.
CERNO will respond to requests in accordance with applicable law. To exercise any available rights, please contact CERNO using the information provided in the Contact Information section of this Privacy Policy. CERNO may request additional information to verify the identity of the requesting individual before responding to a request.
CERNO's Website and services are intended for business and professional audiences and are not directed to children under the age of 13.
CERNO does not knowingly collect Personal Information from children under the age of 13. If CERNO becomes aware that it has collected Personal Information from a child under the age of 13 without appropriate authorization or as otherwise permitted by applicable law, CERNO will take reasonable steps to delete such information.
If you believe that a child under the age of 13 has provided Personal Information to CERNO, please contact us using the information provided in the Contact Information section of this Privacy Policy.
The Website may contain links to third-party websites, platforms, or services that are not owned or controlled by CERNO.
This Privacy Policy applies solely to CERNO's Processing of Personal Information. CERNO is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, security, or policies of any third-party websites or services. Individuals should review the applicable privacy policies of any third-party websites they visit.
CERNO may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in applicable law, our business practices, or other operational requirements.
When this Privacy Policy is updated, CERNO will revise the Effective Date at the beginning of this Privacy Policy. Any changes will become effective upon publication unless otherwise required by applicable law.
Questions, requests, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or CERNO's Processing of Personal Information may be directed to:
CERNO Global, Inc.
Email: privacy@cernoglobal.com
Website: www.cernoglobal.com
If applicable law provides you with specific privacy rights, CERNO will respond to requests in accordance with applicable law after verifying the identity of the requesting individual where appropriate.
Effective Date: January 1, 2026
These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the CERNO Global, Inc. ("CERNO," "we," "our," or "us") website located at www.cernoglobal.com (the "Website"), including all content, materials, and functionality made available through the Website.
By accessing or using the Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you should not access or use the Website.
CERNO may revise these Terms from time to time. Any changes will become effective upon publication unless otherwise stated. Your continued use of the Website following the publication of revised Terms constitutes your acceptance of those changes.
The content made available through the Website is provided solely for general informational purposes. Nothing contained on the Website constitutes, or should be construed as, legal, accounting, tax, investment, financial, communications, strategic, or other professional advice, nor should it be relied upon as the basis for any decision or action.
The publication of articles, reports, white papers, research, thought leadership, newsletters, webinars, videos, podcasts, presentations, or other materials does not constitute the provision of professional services or advice tailored to any individual, organization, or specific circumstances.
Your access to or use of the Website, including any communications with CERNO through the Website, does not create an advisory, consulting, fiduciary, or other professional relationship between you and CERNO. Professional services are provided only pursuant to a separate written agreement executed by the parties.
If you require legal, accounting, tax, investment, or other professional advice, you should consult appropriately qualified advisers regarding your specific circumstances.
The Website and all content, materials, information, and functionality made available through the Website are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis.
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, CERNO disclaims all warranties, representations, and conditions of any kind, whether express, implied, statutory, or otherwise, including any implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, title, non-infringement, accuracy, completeness, availability, or freedom from viruses or other harmful components.
CERNO does not warrant that the Website will operate without interruption, delay, error, or omission, or that any defects will be corrected. CERNO makes no representation or warranty regarding the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or timeliness of any content made available through the Website.
Your access to and use of the Website, and your reliance on any content made available through the Website, are solely at your own risk.
CERNO reserves the right, at any time and in its sole discretion, to modify, suspend, discontinue, restrict, or remove the Website or any portion of the Website, including any content, materials, or functionality, with or without notice.
CERNO shall not be liable to any person or entity for any modification, suspension, discontinuation, or removal of the Website or any portion thereof.
The Website is owned and operated by CERNO from the United States. The Website may be accessed by individuals located in jurisdictions outside the United States.
CERNO makes no representation or warranty that the Website or its content is appropriate for, available in, or compliant with the laws of any jurisdiction outside the United States. Access to the Website from jurisdictions where its content or use would be unlawful is prohibited.
Individuals who choose to access the Website from outside the United States do so at their own initiative and are solely responsible for compliance with all applicable local laws and regulations.
The Website and all content, materials, information, text, graphics, logos, trademarks, service marks, trade names, designs, photographs, videos, audio, presentations, reports, white papers, research, methodologies, frameworks, publications, downloadable materials, software, and other intellectual property made available through the Website (collectively, the "Content") are owned by or licensed to CERNO and are protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.
Nothing contained on the Website grants, by implication, estoppel, or otherwise, any license or right to use any Content, trademark, service mark, logo, or other intellectual property displayed on the Website without the prior written permission of CERNO or the applicable rights holder.
You may access and use the Website solely for your personal, informational, and non-commercial use. Except as expressly permitted by applicable law or with CERNO's prior written consent, you may not reproduce, modify, distribute, publish, transmit, display, perform, create derivative works from, exploit, sell, license, or otherwise use any Content for any commercial or public purpose.
You may not use the Website or any Content to train, develop, test, validate, or improve any artificial intelligence, machine learning, large language model, automated decision-making system, or similar technology, nor may you use automated tools, bots, crawlers, scrapers, or other automated means to access, extract, collect, copy, index, or harvest Content except as expressly authorized by CERNO or by generally recognized search engines operating in accordance with applicable industry standards and CERNO's published website directives.
Any unauthorized use of the Website or its Content may violate applicable intellectual property and other laws and may result in legal action.
CERNO reserves all rights not expressly granted in these Terms.
You agree to use the Website only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms.
You shall not, directly or indirectly:
Use the Website in any manner that violates any applicable law or regulation.
Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Website, its servers, systems, networks, or related infrastructure.
Introduce viruses, malware, ransomware, malicious code, or other harmful technologies.
Interfere with, disrupt, damage, impair, or compromise the operation, security, or availability of the Website.
Attempt to probe, scan, test, or circumvent the security or integrity of the Website.
Use the Website in a manner that imposes an unreasonable or disproportionate burden on CERNO's systems or infrastructure.
Impersonate any person or entity or falsely represent your affiliation with CERNO or any other person or organization.
Use the Website to transmit unlawful, fraudulent, defamatory, abusive, or otherwise objectionable material.
Use any automated means, including bots, crawlers, scrapers, spiders, or similar technologies, except as expressly permitted by these Terms or authorized by CERNO.
Remove, obscure, or alter any copyright, trademark, proprietary notice, or other legal notice displayed on the Website or within its Content.
Encourage, facilitate, or assist any other person in engaging in any activity prohibited by these Terms.
CERNO reserves the right to investigate suspected violations of these Terms and to take any action it considers appropriate to protect the Website, its users, and its intellectual property, including restricting or terminating access to the Website where permitted by applicable law.
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, CERNO, its affiliates, and their respective directors, officers, employees, partners, contractors, agents, and representatives shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, exemplary, punitive, or other damages, including damages for loss of profits, revenue, business, goodwill, opportunity, data, or business interruption, arising out of or relating to:
your access to, use of, or inability to access or use the Website;
your reliance on any content made available through the Website;
any errors, omissions, inaccuracies, or interruptions in the operation of the Website;
any viruses, malware, or other harmful components transmitted through the Website; or
any unauthorized access to or use of the Website or its supporting systems.
This limitation of liability applies regardless of the legal theory on which a claim is based, whether in contract, tort (including negligence), strict liability, statute, or otherwise, and regardless of whether CERNO has been advised of the possibility of such damages.
Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits liability to the extent such exclusion or limitation is prohibited by applicable law.
The Website may contain links to third-party websites, platforms, applications, or services that are not owned, operated, or controlled by CERNO.
These links are provided solely for convenience and informational purposes. CERNO does not endorse, sponsor, monitor, control, or assume responsibility for any third-party websites or for their content, products, services, privacy practices, security, availability, or terms of use.
Your access to and use of any third-party website is solely at your own risk and subject to the terms and policies of that third party. CERNO shall not be liable for any loss or damage arising out of or relating to your access to or use of any third-party website.
The Website may include descriptions of client engagements, case studies, representative experience, insights, projections, opinions, or forward-looking statements regarding industries, markets, organizations, or business conditions.
Such information is provided solely for illustrative and informational purposes. Past engagements, prior results, or representative experience are not guarantees or predictions of future outcomes. Every organization, situation, and engagement is unique, and results will vary based on numerous factors beyond CERNO's control.
Any opinions, forecasts, expectations, or forward-looking statements reflect judgments as of the date published and are subject to change without notice. CERNO undertakes no obligation to update or revise such information except as required by applicable law.
If you submit or transmit to CERNO any ideas, concepts, suggestions, proposals, creative materials, business plans, feedback, comments, or other materials that have not been specifically requested by CERNO (collectively, "Submissions"), you acknowledge and agree that:
CERNO has no obligation to review, accept, or respond to any Submission.
CERNO has no obligation to treat any Submission as confidential or proprietary, except as required by applicable law or a separate written agreement.
Your Submission does not create any fiduciary, advisory, contractual, or other relationship between you and CERNO.
CERNO may already be developing, or may in the future independently develop, ideas, strategies, products, services, or content that are similar or identical to your Submission.
CERNO shall be free to use, develop, evaluate, disclose, or disregard any Submission without restriction or compensation to you, except where prohibited by applicable law.
Except where expressly requested by CERNO or pursuant to a separate written agreement, you should not submit confidential, proprietary, or sensitive information through the Website or any general contact email address published on the Website. Information submitted through these channels will not be treated as confidential solely because it is submitted to CERNO.
If you wish to engage CERNO regarding professional services, you should contact us through the contact information provided on the Website rather than submitting confidential or proprietary information through the Website.
These Terms and any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to the Website or these Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Delaware, without regard to its conflict of laws principles.
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, you agree that any legal action or proceeding arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the Website shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in the State of Delaware. You irrevocably consent to the jurisdiction of such courts and waive any objection based on venue or forum non conveniens.
Nothing in these Terms limits CERNO's right to seek injunctive or equitable relief in any jurisdiction where such relief may be necessary to protect its intellectual property, confidential information, or other legal rights.
If any provision of these Terms is determined to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, that provision shall be enforced to the maximum extent permitted by law, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
No failure or delay by CERNO in exercising any right or remedy under these Terms shall constitute a waiver of that right or remedy. Any waiver must be in writing and signed by an authorized representative of CERNO.
By communicating with CERNO through the Website or by email, you consent to receive communications electronically. You agree that any notices, disclosures, agreements, or other communications provided electronically satisfy any legal requirement that such communications be in writing.
These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy and any other policies expressly incorporated by reference, constitute the entire agreement between you and CERNO regarding your access to and use of the Website and supersede all prior or contemporaneous understandings relating to the Website.
You may not assign or transfer any rights or obligations under these Terms without CERNO's prior written consent. CERNO may assign its rights and obligations under these Terms without restriction.
Any provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination or expiration, including those relating to intellectual property, disclaimers, limitations of liability, governing law, jurisdiction, and any accrued rights or obligations, shall survive.
The section headings in these Terms are provided for convenience only and do not affect the interpretation of these Terms.
Questions regarding these Terms of Use may be directed to:
CERNO Global, Inc.
Email: legal@cernoglobal.com
Website: www.cernoglobal.com