Your privacy is important to A Kennedy Group, Inc, and we take our responsibility of caring for it seriously. This Privacy Policy describes how we, (“A Kennedy Group”, “AKG”, “we”, “our” or “us”), processes the personal data we may collect about you (“you”, “client”, “job applicant”) during your interactions with us.
These activities may include various Interactions, such as visiting our website, attending an event, applying for a job, partnering with us, or contacting us. During these activities, we may collect personal data depending on the nature of the interaction.
We refer to the websites (e.g., akennedygroup.com, bmet.akennedygroup.net, bmet.app, and bmet.io) we operate as our "Sites". Additionally, we offer specific Services, such as capital outlay planning and funding, program management, financial tracking and reporting, federal and state grant compliance, state reporting, web‐based reporting, information management, application programming, and program website design (collectively, “Services”). When you engage in our Services, we may collect additional personal data that is necessary to provide these Services to you. In some cases, our subsidiaries may be considered data controllers, either together with AKG or by themselves.
We may collect various types of personal data from you depending on the specific Interaction or Service you are engaged in, to ensure that we offer you the best possible experience.
We may collect data that you give us directly, such as when you visit our Site, engage in our Services, attend live events, contact us, apply for a job, or partner with us. We may collect data that you provide directly to us for the following Services:
Our website automatically collects certain data related to your device and browsing history using technologies such as cookies and web beacons. We collect certain types of data related to your device and browsing experience automatically when you visit our Site or engage in our Services. This is enabled by various technologies that allow us to collect data without requiring your direct input. When you visit our website or engage in our Services, we may utilize technology that automatically collects data associated with your device and browsing history for that Site. Here are some examples of the types of data we automatically may collect:
Data collected automatically is used to help us understand your preferences and usage patterns, to personalize your experience, and to improve our Site and Services. We do not sell or rent any of the data collected automatically to third parties.
We use cookies on our website to enhance your browsing experience and analyze how users interact with our website.
By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.
You can choose to disable or delete cookies through your browser settings, but please note that some features of our website may not function properly without cookies. Please refer to the Your Choices Section to learn more on how to manage your cookie preferences.
There are several types of cookies that may be used on our website:
We use cookies on our website to improve your browsing experience and to personalize the content and ads that are displayed to you. We may also use cookies to analyze how you use our website and to track your browsing behavior.
We may use cookies when you:
Our third‐party partners may also collect this data when you use other websites or applications that integrate with our services. We may collect this data in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, and it is used solely for the purposes described in our Privacy Policy.
You can control your cookie settings through your web browser. Most web browsers allow you to control the types of cookies that are set on your device, and to delete cookies that have already been set. However, disabling certain types of cookies may affect your browsing experience on our website.
Please refer to the Your Choices Section to learn more on how to manage your privacy choices.
Although most of our Services are intended for adults, we recognize the importance of protecting the privacy of children who may access our Services online. We encourage parents and guardians to discuss with their children what data should be released on the Internet, especially personal data.
Our Sites, Services, and Software are not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. In some geographical areas, our Sites or Services may not be accessible to anyone under the age of 18, regardless of whether a parent or guardian has provided consent.
If you are under 13, we request that you do not submit personal data through any of our channels. If we later learn that we have inadvertently gathered personal data from a child under the age of 13, regardless of where that child resides, we will remove this data from our records as quickly as possible.
If you believe we have any data from or about a child under 13, please contact us, and we will promptly take the necessary steps to remove all such data.
We process your personal data based on CCPA requirements, including type and context of data collection, and use four legal bases: consent, contractual necessity, legitimate interests, and legal obligations.
As a company operating in California and providing services to residents across the United States, we are committed to complying with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and emerging state data protection laws. We process your personal data based on the requirements of CCPA, including the type of data we collect and the context in which we collect it. When you provide us with your personal data through our Services, we may ask for your country of residence, or we may determine your location based on your IP address or device registration country to ensure that we are complying with the CCPA.
Under the CCPA, we may process your personal data if it is necessary to fulfill a business purpose, to provide you with our Services, or to comply with a legal obligation. We may also process your personal data if you have provided us with your consent to do so, or if we have a legitimate interest in doing so, which does not outweigh your privacy rights. We will always ensure that we have a legal basis for processing your personal data under the CCPA.
For example, we typically rely on:
If you are a resident in a territory where our legitimate interests mentioned above are not recognized as a lawful basis under applicable law, we will identify and use other appropriate lawful bases to process your personal data such as contractual necessity or your consent.
We will always ensure that the legal basis for processing your personal data is clearly identified and documented. We will also make sure that the processing of your personal data is fair, transparent, and proportionate to the purpose for which it is being collected and used.
If you have any questions or concerns about the legal basis for processing your personal data, please contact us using the details provided in the Contact Us Section of this Policy.
As part of our transparency efforts, we have created this matrix to provide an overview of the personal data we collect, process, and share, as well as the categories of third parties with whom we share this information.
| Source | Category of Personal Information | Recipient Categories | Purpose | Processing Basis |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Website Contact Form | Name, email address, phone number, message content | AKG employees | Respond to inquiries and provide information about our services | Legitimate interest |
| Job Application | Name, contact data, employment history, education, resume | AKG employees, thirdparty background check companies | Evaluate job applicants for employment | Legitimate interest |
| Client Engagement | Name, contact data, payment data, business data, project data | AKG employees, contractors, subcontractors, thirdparty service providers | Provide consulting services and manage client relationships | Contractual obligation |
| Marketing Campaigns | Name, email address, company name, job title | AKG employees, thirdparty email marketing providers | Promote AKG services and events | Consent |
| Analytics | IP address, device type, browser type, website interactions | AKG employees, thirdparty analytics providers | Improve website functionality and user experience | Legitimate interest |
We use your data to communicate with you, provide our Services, promote our Services and Events, evaluate employment applications, and comply with our legal obligations.
Communicate with You: We may use your personal data to communicate with you about our Services and promotions. We may also send you important updates about our Policies or Terms of Service.
Provide our Services: We process your personal data to provide you with the Services you request from us. We also use your personal data to improve our Services, such as by analyzing user behavior on our website to identify areas where we can improve.
Promote our Services: We may use your personal data to promote our products and services, but only with your consent. You can opt‐out of receiving marketing communications at any time.
Evaluate Employment Applications: If you apply for a job with us, we may use your personal data to evaluate your application and to contact you regarding employment opportunities.
Legal and Compliance: We may use your personal data to comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes, such as tax and accounting obligations.
At times, we may need to share your personal data with other parties to provide you with our Services, to comply with legal obligations, or to protect our legitimate interests.
We may need to transfer your personal data to third‐party recipients located outside of the jurisdiction in which you reside or the jurisdiction where the data was originally collected, for the purposes outlined in this Policy. When we transfer your data to recipients located in other jurisdictions, we will take steps to ensure that your data is protected in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
If you are in the European Economic Area or the United Kingdom, please note that transfers of personal data to recipients located outside of the European Economic Area or the United Kingdom will only be made in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the use of appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses (SCCs) approved by the European Commission or other appropriate measures.
If you have any questions or concerns about international data transfers, please contact us using the contact information provided in the Contact Us Section.
With your consent: We may disclose your data to other recipients with your express consent, unless otherwise described above. For example, you may agree to us sharing your data with a certain company or organization to hear about their products, services, or promotions. These recipients will process the data you agree to share according to their respective privacy notices.
To protect us or others: We may access, preserve, and disclose any data we store associated with you to external parties if we, in good faith, believe doing so is required or appropriate to: comply with law enforcement or national security requests and legal process, such as a court order or subpoena; protect your, our or others' rights, property, or safety; enforce our policies or contracts; may collect amounts owed to us; or assist with an investigation or prosecution of suspected or actual illegal activity.
To cooperate in the event of merger, sale, or other asset transfer: In the event of a reorganization, divestiture, merger, sale, or bankruptcy, we may transfer all data we may collect to the relevant third‐party and will obtain your consent to do so if required by law or contract.
We store and process your data in the United States and other countries where we operate.
When we store and process your data we utilize technical, physical, and administrative safeguards to meet data transfer requirements set by various privacy laws.
Where possible, we may also de‐identify, anonymize, or aggregate the data we may collect, or may collect it in a way that does not directly identify you. We may use and share such data as necessary for our business purposes and as permitted by applicable law.
We take the security of your personal data seriously and take appropriate measures to protect it. Our cybersecurity controls include Multi‐Factor Authentication (MFA), end point security, anti‐virus and antimalware protection, firewall and VPN protection, data backup, encryption, and phishing and spoof protection. We use a variety of physical, technical, and organizational measures to safeguard your personal data against accidental, unauthorized, or unlawful access, use, or disclosure. We also require our third‐party service providers to take appropriate security measures to protect the confidentiality and security of your personal data.
Despite our best efforts, no security measure is entirely foolproof. We cannot guarantee the security of your personal data, and we cannot be responsible for unauthorized access to or theft, alteration, or destruction of your personal data. You are responsible for keeping your login credentials and passwords confidential. If you believe your account has been compromised, please contact us immediately.
If we become aware of a data breach that affects your personal data, we will notify you as required by applicable law. We will also take appropriate measures to mitigate the impact of the breach and prevent future occurrences.
Please note that our Services may contain links to third‐party websites or services. We are not responsible for the security or privacy practices of those websites or services, so we encourage you to review their privacy policies and terms of use before using or accessing them.
We believe that respecting your privacy and providing you with control over your personal data is fundamental to our relationship with you. We understand that you have a right to make choices about how your data is used and shared. With that in mind, we strive to provide you with meaningful choices and controls when it comes to the may collection and use of your data. For example, if you no longer wish to receive marketing emails from us, you can easily unsubscribe by clicking the link in the footer of any marketing email we send you.
We respect your privacy and want to give you control over your personal information. Below are the choices you have with respect to the third‐parties we work with and how you can exercise them.
Opt-out options: If you're receiving emails such as newsletters, notifications, or other types of communications from us and wish to opt‐out, you can easily do so by clicking the "Unsubscribe" link at the bottom of the email. If you prefer not to receive marketing messages or sponsored content, please contact us using the contact details provided in the Contact Us Section of this Policy and we will ensure your preferences are updated accordingly.
Some third-party services we use may offer opt-out options to their data collection practices. You can find information about how to opt‐out of these services by visiting the following links:
Cookie controls: You can manage the use of cookies on our Site through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to control the types of cookies that are set on your device, and to delete cookies that have already been set. However, disabling certain types of cookies may affect your browsing experience on our Site.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding your privacy choices or how we handle your personal data, please do not hesitate to contact us at info@akennedygroup.com. You can also contact the support teams for each platform if you require further assistance managing your privacy settings.
We may occasionally update this Policy. When we do, we will revise the "last updated" date at the bottom of the Policy. If there are material changes to this Policy, we will use reasonable efforts to notify you either by prominently posting a notice of such changes before they take effect or by directly sending you a notification.
If you have questions about this Policy, please contact our Data Protection Officer (“DPO”) at the following address:
Attention: Data Protection Team
A Kennedy Group, Inc. (AKG)
PO Box 1111 North Fork, CA 93643
United States
Or email us at info@akennedygroup.com.
If you have a concern about how we may collect and use data, please contact us. If you are a California resident, you have the right to file a complaint with the California Attorney General's office or any other relevant Data Protection Authority (“DPA”) if you believe your data privacy rights have been violated. We encourage you to contact us first so that we can try to resolve your concerns. However, you may also contact your local DPA directly.
To contact your local DPA, please refer to the links below:
Where appropriate, your local DPA may also forward the matter to the Department of Commerce or FTC for consideration.
Last Updated: June 21, 2023