How Do We Respect Data Privacy While Attending Conferences & Events?

  • Be cautious about taking photographs and videos of individuals. A lawful reason, as well as explicit consent, is required for this. Consent must be freely given, informative, specific, and capable of being withdrawn at any time.

  • If getting consent isn't possible, photographs or videos may be taken and published on the basis of legitimate interest. In this case, please consult with our Data Protection Champion for advice.

  • Regardless of the situation, remember to:

    • Inform individuals that photographs and videos will be taken
    • Designate and communicate areas where no photography or videography is allowed
    • Avoid taking photographs or videos of underage individuals
  • If you receive a prospect's contact details, such as a business card, at an event, avoid placing them into an automated email sequence. Instead, follow up with a personal email and explain why you're contacting them.

  • Without explicit prior consent, you'll need to rely on Legitimate Interest. Placing a prospect directly into automated marketing just because you've received their business card can be questionable.

  • If you do have their consent or can justify legitimate interest, and you send a direct marketing campaign, always include an unsubscribe link.