1. Introduction

Bridgeport Regional Business Council (“BRBC”, “we”, “our”, “us”) and Southwest CT Manufacturing Partnership (also “we,” “our,” “us”) operate ctmakesit.org (“Site”).

We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with state and federal data protection laws, including Connecticut regulations.

2. Personal Information We Collect

• Contact & identity info: name, email, phone, city and zip—submitted via webforms, newsletter, event sign‐ups, general inquiries. 
• Professional details: course/training and interests—shared through membership & directory services. 
• Communications: email content, feedback, event registrations.
• Digital data: IP addresses, device/browser type, cookies, analytics data for Site improvement.
• Social profile data: if you interact via social media (Facebook, LinkedIn etc.).
• Video/photo releases: during events where events are recorded or photographed.

3. How We Use Collected Data

• To provide, improve, and personalize Site features and services.
• To send email communications, organizational information, newsletters, event notices, membership info.
• To process applications, RSVPs, payments.
• To manage member directories and networking tools.
• To communicate and respond to inquiries.
• To comply with legal and financial obligations.
• To analyze engagement and improve offerings via analytics.

4. Legal Bases for Processing (where applicable)

• Your consent (e.g., newsletter).
• Performance of contracts (e.g., event registrations).
• Legal obligations.
• Legitimate interests (e.g., service improvements, member communications).

5. Sharing Your Information

• Shared with service providers (e.g., email platforms, analytics, CRM) under confidentiality obligations.
• With affiliates: Chambers (Bridgeport, Stratford, Trumbull), Leadership initiatives, Economic Development Corp.
• With training partners: The WorkPlace, MATCH
• With organizers, sponsors, venues for event planning.
• Publicly:
• Member directory data, with your consent.
• Event photos/videos unless you opt out.
• Legal compliance: court orders, law enforcement.
• In business transfers (e.g., mergers), data may transfer under confidentiality terms.

6. Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies and similar tech:

• Essential: necessary for Site function.
• Analytics: for performance tracking and Site optimization.
• Marketing: to tailor content and ads.

You can control cookies via browser settings. Opt-out links available in our email communications.

7. Your Rights

Subject to legal exceptions, you may:

• Access, correct, update your personal data.
• Request deletion or restrict processing.
• Object to processing.
• Withdraw consent.
• Request data portability.

 To exercise rights, contact: [email protected]. We respond within 30 days unless a longer response is justified.

8. Data Security

We implement administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect data. While we strive to secure your info, no online transmission is 100% secure. Report suspected breaches to [email protected].

9. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as needed for purposes outlined or to comply with legal requirements. Retention periods vary: 3–7 years for financial data, up to removal requests for marketing data.

10. International Transfers

If any data is processed or stored outside the U.S., we ensure protections through contracts, standard clauses, or deemed adequate jurisdictions.

11. Minors

We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. Parental consent applies where required (e.g., Civics Bee for middle-schoolers).

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy and will indicate the “Last Updated” date. Major changes will be communicated via banner or email.

13. Contact Information

Bridgeport Regional Business Council

Southwest CT Manufacturing Partnership

10 Middle Street, 14th Floor, Bridgeport, CT 06604

Phone: 203‐335‐3800 | [email protected]

These terms and conditions (the “Terms and Conditions”) govern the use of ctmakesit.org (the “Site”). This Site is owned and operated by Bridgeport Regional Business Council. This Site is a non-profit.

By using this Site, you indicate that you have read and understand these Terms and Conditions and agree to abide by them at all times.

Intellectual Property
All content published and made available on our Site is the property of Bridgeport Regional Business Council and the Site’s creators. This includes, but is not limited to images, text, logos, documents, downloadable files and anything that contributes to the composition of our Site.

Acceptable Use
As a user of our Site, you agree to use our Site legally, not to use our Site for illegal purposes, and not to:

• Harass or mistreat other users of our Site;
• Violate the rights of other users of our Site;
• Violate the intellectual property rights of the Site owners or any third party to the Site;
• Act in any way that could be considered fraudulent; or
• Post any material that may be deemed inappropriate or offensive.

If we believe you are using our Site illegally or in a manner that violates these Terms and Conditions, we reserve the right to limit, suspend or terminate your access to our Site. We also reserve the right to take any legal steps necessary to prevent you from accessing our Site.

Limitation of Liability
Bridgeport Regional Business Council  and our directors, officers, agents, employees, subsidiaries, and affiliates will not be liable for any actions, claims, losses, damages, liabilities and expenses including legal fees from your use of the Site.

Indemnity
Except where prohibited by law, by using this Site you indemnify and hold harmless Bridgeport Regional Business Council and our directors, officers, agents, employees, subsidiaries, and affiliates from any actions, claims, losses, damages, liabilities and expenses including legal fees arising out of your use of our Site or your violation of these Terms and Conditions.

Applicable Law
These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of the State of Connecticut.

Severability
If at any time any of the provisions set forth in these Terms and Conditions are found to be inconsistent or invalid under applicable laws, those provisions will be deemed void and will be removed from these Terms and Conditions. All other provisions will not be affected by the removal and the rest of these Terms and Conditions will still be considered valid.

Changes
These Terms and Conditions may be amended from time to time in order to maintain compliance with the law and to reflect any changes to the way we operate our Site and the way we expect users to behave on our Site. We will notify users by email of changes to these Terms and Conditions or post a notice on our Site.

Contact Details
Please contact us if you have any questions or concerns. Our contact details are as follows:
Contact: Denise Weaver

[email protected]

10 Middle Street, 14th Floor, Bridgeport, CT 06604

Effective Date: July 1, 2025