Last Updated on 7 June 2026.

Introduction

Akkadium Consulting Ltd (“Akkadium”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.

This Privacy Notice explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, subscribe to our communications, register for events, enquire about our services, participate in our programmes, or otherwise engage with us.

We process personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, and, where applicable, the EU General Data Protection Regulation (EU GDPR).

By using our website or services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Who We Are

Akkadium provides executive education, professional development programmes, consultancy, research, events, and related services focused on applied anthropology, intercultural leadership, organisational learning, and human development.

Data Controller:

Akkadium

Website: https://akkadium.com

Email: info@akkadium.com

For any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or our handling of your personal data, please contact us using the details above.

Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following categories of information:

Information You Provide Directly

• Name
• Email address
• Telephone number
• Organisation and job title
• Billing information
• Programme application information
• Event registration details
• Survey responses
• Correspondence and enquiries
• Any information voluntarily submitted through forms, emails, questionnaires, or programme activities

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may collect:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited
• Time spent on pages
• Referral source
• Website interaction data
• Cookie and analytics information

Programme and Learning Data

Where you participate in Akkadium programmes, we may collect:

• Registration information
• Attendance records
• Learning activity data
• Assignment submissions
• Reflective exercises
• Feedback and evaluation responses
• Professional development records

How We Use Your Information

We use personal data to:

• Respond to enquiries
• Deliver our services and programmes
• Manage registrations and bookings
• Process payments
• Provide customer support
• Communicate programme information
• Send newsletters and updates where consent has been provided
• Improve our services and website
• Conduct research and evaluation activities
• Maintain records required for professional, legal, and business purposes
• Protect our website and services from misuse or fraud

Legal Bases for Processing

We process personal data under one or more of the following legal bases:

Consent

Where you have explicitly agreed to receive communications or participate in specific activities.

Contract

Where processing is necessary to fulfil a programme registration, consultancy agreement, event booking, or other contractual arrangement.

Legitimate Interests

Where processing supports the legitimate operation and development of our services, provided your rights and freedoms are not overridden.

Legal Obligation

Where we are required to process information to comply with applicable laws and regulations.

Marketing Communications

We may send newsletters, event announcements, insights, resources, and information about programmes and services where you have chosen to subscribe.

You may unsubscribe at any time by:

• Clicking the unsubscribe link in any email
• Contacting us directly

We will not sell your personal information to third parties.

Cookies and Analytics

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Ensure website functionality
• Improve user experience
• Understand website usage
• Measure the effectiveness of content and communications

You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

A separate Cookie Policy may provide additional detail.

Sharing Your Information

We may share information with trusted service providers who help us operate our business, including:

• Website hosting providers
• Learning platform providers
• Email marketing platforms
• Payment processors
• Video conferencing platforms
• Analytics providers
• Customer relationship management systems

These providers are only permitted to process personal data on our behalf and in accordance with applicable data protection requirements.

We may also disclose information where required by law.

International Transfers

Some of our service providers may process information outside the United Kingdom.

Where personal data is transferred internationally, we take appropriate measures to ensure suitable safeguards are in place, including contractual protections and recognised data transfer mechanisms.

Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as reasonably necessary to:

• Deliver services
• Maintain business records
• Meet legal and regulatory obligations
• Resolve disputes
• Enforce agreements

Retention periods vary according to the type and purpose of the information collected.

When information is no longer required, it will be securely deleted or anonymised.

Your Rights

Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your data
• Restrict processing
• Object to processing
• Withdraw consent
• Request data portability
• Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

Requests may be submitted using the contact information provided above.

Data Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against:

• Unauthorised access
• Accidental loss
• Misuse
• Alteration
• Disclosure

While no internet-based system can guarantee absolute security, we are committed to maintaining appropriate safeguards.

Children’s Privacy

Our services are intended for adults and professional audiences.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 18.

Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

Any updates will be posted on this page together with the revised effective date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your personal data is handled, please contact:

Akkadium

Email: info@akkadium.com

Website: https://akkadium.com