Privacy Policy
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Introduction
AI Leaders ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the personal data of all individuals who interact with us through our website aileaders2026.com, advertising campaigns, application forms, and other communications.
This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding that data. By engaging with our website or advertisements, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
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Data We Collect
We may collect the following categories of personal data:
Identity data: first name, last name, title, organization
Contact data: email address, phone number
Professional data: job title, seniority level, industry
Application data: responses submitted through our program application form
Marketing data: preferences in receiving communications from us, and interactions with our ads (including LinkedIn ads)
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How We Collect Data
We collect data through:
Direct interactions — application forms, contact forms, and emails
Our website (aileaders2026.com) via cookies and analytics tools
LinkedIn advertising platform when you engage with or click on our ads
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How We Use Your Data
We use your personal data for the following purposes:
To process and evaluate your program application
To communicate with you about the AI Leaders program, schedule, and updates
To deliver targeted advertising on LinkedIn and other platforms
To analyze the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns
To comply with legal and regulatory obligations
To improve our website and program offerings
LinkedIn Ads: When you interact with our LinkedIn ads, LinkedIn may share certain data with us (such as lead generation form responses). This is governed by both our policy and LinkedIn's Privacy Policy.
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Legal Basis for Processing
Consent: where you have given explicit consent (e.g., subscribing to communications)
Legitimate interests: to promote our program and reach qualified candidates
Contractual necessity: to manage program enrollment and delivery
Legal obligation: where required by applicable law
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Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal data. We may share your data with:
Program delivery partners (including Stanford HAI and OpenAI Academy) for educational purposes
Technology and CRM service providers who support our operations
LinkedIn and advertising platforms for ad delivery and analytics
Legal or regulatory authorities where required by law
All third parties are required to handle your data securely and in accordance with applicable law.
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Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, or as required by law. Application data is generally retained for up to 2 years after program completion. Marketing data is retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion.
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Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
Right to access your personal data
Right to rectification of inaccurate data
Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
Right to restrict or object to processing
Right to data portability
Right to withdraw consent at any time
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.
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Cookies
Our website uses cookies to enhance your experience and analyze traffic. You may control cookie preferences through your browser settings. We use:
Essential cookies: required for the website to function
Analytics cookies: to understand how visitors use our site
Marketing cookies: to deliver relevant ads, including through LinkedIn Insight Tag
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Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us:
AI Leaders Program
Operated by Silkroad Innovation Hub
320 High St, Palo Alto, CA
Email: apply@aileaders2026.com
Phone: +1 (650) 468-7927
Website: aileaders2026.com
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