Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Pinnacle Influence LLC DBA BNI Tampa Bay
3430 Colwell Ave, Tampa, FL 33614
Email: [email protected] | Phone: 813-444-8684
Last Updated: May 15, 2026

BNI Tampa Bay ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you interact with our services, including our website at www.bnitampa.com, Membership programs, and SMS/text message communications.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

• Full name
• Mobile phone number
• Email address
• Business name and address
• BNI Chapter affiliation
• Membership status and renewal dates
• Website usage data (via cookies and analytics tools)

2. How We Collect Information

We collect information when you:

• Complete a Membership application or enrollment form on our website
• Opt in to receive SMS/text communications via a checkbox on our enrollment form
• Attend BNI Tampa Bay Chapter meetings or events
• Contact us by phone, email, or through our website

3. SMS / Text Message Communications

By enrolling as a BNI Tampa Bay Member and checking the SMS opt-in box on our enrollment form, you expressly consent to receive recurring automated text messages from BNI Tampa Bay (sent from or on behalf of Pinnacle Influence LLC DBA BNI Tampa Bay) to the mobile number you provide. These messages may include:

• Meeting reminders and scheduling updates
• Membership renewal notices and reminders
• Event announcements and invitations
• Chapter updates and important announcements
• Member recognition and engagement messages

Message frequency varies. Message & data rates may apply.

Opt-In: Consent to receive SMS messages is obtained at the point of enrollment via a dedicated opt-in checkbox on our enrollment form. Consent is not a condition of Membership or purchase.

Opt-Out: You may opt out of SMS communications at any time by replying STOP to any message. After opting out, you will receive one final confirmation message and no further texts will be sent. To re-subscribe, reply START.

Help: Reply HELP to any message for help, or contact us at [email protected] or 813-444-8684.

No Sharing: Mobile phone numbers and SMS opt-in data are never sold, shared, or rented to third parties or affiliates for any purpose, including marketing.

SMS opt-in records are retained for a minimum of four (4) years in accordance with CTIA guidelines.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Communicate with you about your BNI Membership
• Send meeting reminders, renewal notices, and event announcements
• Manage Chapter operations and Membership records
• Improve our services and Member experience
• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes. We may share information in the following limited circumstances:

• BNI Global: As a franchisee of BNI, we share Membership data with BNI's global platform (BNI Connect) for the administration of your Membership. BNI Global's data practices are governed by the BNI Global Privacy Policy.
• Service Providers: We may share data with trusted vendors who assist us in operating our website, managing our CRM, or sending communications (e.g., email/SMS providers). These vendors are contractually prohibited from using your data for any other purpose.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or to protect our rights and the safety of our Members.

SMS data is never shared or sold to third parties.

6. BNI Global Privacy Policy

BNI Tampa Bay operates as a franchisee of BNI Worldwide Development Ltd. Your Membership data is also subject to the BNI Global Data Protection and Privacy Policy (effective April 15, 2026), which governs how BNI Global collects, uses, and protects your personal data across its global platform, including BNI Connect. We encourage you to review the BNI Global Privacy Policy at https://bnitos.com/privacy/.

If you are a California resident or resident of another U.S. State, please also review the Multi-State Notice at Collection accessible at https://bnitos.com/multi-state.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your BNI Membership is active and for a reasonable period thereafter to comply with legal obligations and resolve disputes. SMS opt-in records are retained for a minimum of four (4) years in accordance with CTIA guidelines.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data (subject to legal obligations)
• Opt out of SMS communications at any time (reply STOP)
• Opt out of promotional email communications

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [email protected] or 813-444-8684.

9. Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and collect usage data. You may control cookie settings through your browser. We use analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to understand how visitors use our site. This data is aggregated and not linked to personal identifiers.

10. Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

11. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately at [email protected].

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post the revised policy on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Pinnacle Influence LLC DBA BNI Tampa Bay
3430 Colwell Ave, Tampa, FL 33614
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 813-444-8684
Website: www.bnitampa.com