Privacy policy

Last Updated: September 22, 2026

1. Introduction and Scope

This Privacy Policy ("Policy") describes how The Genome Partnership, Inc. ("AGBT," "we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, discloses, and protects personal information in connection with the AGBT website (agbt.org) ("Site"), conference registration, and related services (collectively, the "Services").

"Personal information" means any information that identifies, relates to, or could reasonably be linked to an identifiable individual.

By using the AGBT website or registering for an AGBT conference, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Policy. If you have questions about this Policy, please contact us using the information provided in Section 12 below.

2. How We Collect Personal Information

Directly From You. We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you register for a conference, submit a contact form on the Site, sign up for our mailing list, or otherwise communicate with us.
From Third-Party Service Providers. Registration data may be collected through Cvent, our conference registration partner, and other service providers that support us in providing our Site and Services.
Through Cookies and Similar Technologies. We collect certain usage and technical data automatically through cookies and similar technologies when you visit the Site.
From Other Sources. AGBT may also collect contact information through in-person interactions at conferences, lead generation databases, and purchased contact lists.

3. Categories of Personal Information We Collect

Identity and Contact Data. Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and similar identifiers collected when you register for a conference, submit a contact form, or otherwise interact with AGBT.
Professional and Employment Data. Job title or position, employer name, employer type or industry, and other professional information provided in connection with conference registration or attendance.
Communication and Mailing List Data. Email correspondence, mailing list subscription status, communication preferences, and records of your communications with AGBT.
Sponsor and Exhibitor Data. Information shared with or received from conference sponsors and exhibitors in connection with AGBT conferences, as further described in the 'How We Share and Disclose Personal Information' section of this Policy.
Demographic Data. Aggregate demographic information compiled from conference registration data, such as attendee location and company or university type. Demographic data that is publicly shared is presented only in aggregate form and stripped of identifying specifics. This does not constitute personal information.
Usage Data. Information about how you interact with the Site, including pages viewed, date and time of access, session duration, referring URL, and similar browsing activity data.
Technical Data. IP address, browser type and version, device type, operating system, approximate geographic location derived from IP address, and other technical metadata automatically transmitted by your browser or device when you visit the Site.

Cookies and Similar Technologies. The Site uses cookies and similar technologies to collect Usage Data and Technical Data as described above. AGBT uses Google Analytics, which assigns a randomized identification number to website visitors but does not collect personal data such as name, age, or gender on AGBT's behalf. For more information about how Google collects and processes data, please visit Google's Privacy & Terms page.

4. How We Use Personal Information

AGBT uses personal information for the following purposes:

Conference Registration and Services. To process conference registrations, manage event logistics, communicate event details (such as scheduling, venue information, and program updates), and provide related services to attendees, sponsors, and exhibitors.
Communications. To respond to inquiries, send requested materials, distribute newsletters and event information, and deliver administrative notices related to our Services.
Marketing. To send promotional information about upcoming AGBT conferences, sponsorship opportunities, and related events.
Analytics and Improvement. To understand how the Site is used, improve Site content and functionality, analyze conference attendance trends, and similar operational support efforts.
Compliance with Legal Obligations. To respond to lawful requests from governmental authorities, enforce our terms of use, protect our rights and the rights of others, and comply with applicable law.

5. How We Share and Disclose Personal Information

AGBT does not sell personal information. We may share or disclose personal information in the following circumstances:

Conference Sponsors and Exhibitors. Depending on attendee preferences indicated during the conference registration process, AGBT may share registration information (such as name, contact information, and company or institution) with conference sponsors for them to promote or market their products and services. The specific information shared with sponsors and exhibitors depends on sponsorship tier and the preferences you indicate during registration.
Service Providers. We engage third-party service providers who perform functions on AGBT's behalf, including: HubSpot (email marketing and customer relationship management); Cvent (conference registration); and Google Analytics (website analytics). These service providers are permitted to use personal information only for the purposes for which it was provided to them and in accordance with their respective privacy policies.
Legal Requirements. We may disclose personal information if required to do so by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request, or where we believe in good faith that disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, the safety of our conference participants, investigate fraud, or respond to a government request.
Business Transfers. In the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, dissolution, or similar transaction involving AGBT or its assets, personal information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will provide notice of any such transfer in accordance with applicable law.
With Consent. We may share personal information for purposes not described in this Policy with your prior consent.

Aggregate Data. We may share aggregated, non-personally identifying information without restriction. For example, AGBT may publish conference demographic infographics or attendance statistics that do not identify individual attendees.

6. Data Storage and Retention

AGBT retains personal information for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Policy or as required by applicable law. When personal information is no longer needed, we will delete or de-identify it in accordance with our data retention practices.

7. Your Rights and Choices

Unsubscribe. You may opt out of receiving marketing communications from AGBT at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions included in our emails or by contacting us directly using the information provided the "Contact Us" section below.

Privacy Rights

Depending on where you reside, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information under applicable state privacy laws. These rights may include:

Right to Know and Access: the right to request that we disclose the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you.
Right to Delete: the right to request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions permitted by law.
Right to Correct: the right to request correction of inaccurate personal information.
Right to Data Portability: the right to receive your personal information in a portable, readily usable format.
Non-Discrimination: AGBT will not discriminate against you for exercising any of your privacy rights.

To submit a privacy rights request, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section below. We will respond to verifiable requests within the timeframes required by applicable law.

8. Data Security

AGBT implements commercially reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information from unauthorized access, use, alteration, and disclosure. These measures include access controls, encryption of data in transit, and secure hosting through reputable third-party service providers.

No method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect personal information, AGBT cannot guarantee absolute security. If you have reason to believe that your personal information has been compromised, please contact us immediately using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section below.

9. Third-Party Links and Embedded Content

The Site may contain links to third-party websites or include embedded content (such as videos, images, or articles) hosted by third parties. AGBT does not control and is not responsible for the privacy practices of those third-party sites or services. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

10. International Users and Data Storage

The Site and Services are operated from the United States, and all personal information collected by AGBT is stored and processed within the United States. AGBT's primary service providers host data on servers located in the United States. If you access the Site or register for an AGBT conference from outside the United States, please be aware that your personal information will be transferred to, stored in, and processed in the United States, where data protection laws may differ from those in your country of residence. By using the Site or registering for an AGBT conference, you consent to the transfer of your personal information to the United States as described in this Policy.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

AGBT reserves the right to modify this Policy at any time. When we make changes, we will revise the date at the top of this Policy. We encourage you to review this Policy periodically. Your continued use of the Site or Services after any changes to this Policy constitutes your acceptance of the revised Policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or AGBT's data practices, please contact us at:

The Genome Partnership, Inc.
3730 Foundry Way, Suite 218
St. Louis, MO 63110
Phone: 314-332-1180
Email: info@agbt.org