Last updated: August 27, 2026
iCUE (Innovation Center for Urban Entrepreneurship) (“iCUE,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) operates icueusa.org and its related programs, including the FirstCheck Angel Investor Accelerator and the Vantage learning platform (collectively, the “Services”). This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have. By using the Services, you agree to the practices described here.
Information We Collect
Information you provide. When you register for a session, request information, subscribe to updates, or contact us, we collect the details you submit, such as your name and email address, and any other information you choose to share.
Information collected automatically. When you visit our site, we and our providers may automatically collect technical and usage data, such as your IP address, device and browser type, pages viewed, referring pages, and the dates and times of your visits. We collect this information using cookies and similar technologies.
How We Use Your Information
- To respond to your requests and provide the Services, including session details and program communications.
- To send you educational content, updates, and information about our programs, which you can opt out of at any time.
- To operate, maintain, measure, and improve our website and programs.
- To promote our programs, including measuring and optimizing our advertising.
- To protect the security and integrity of our Services and to comply with legal obligations.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies to operate our site, understand how it is used, and support our advertising. This includes:
- Analytics (for example, Google Analytics) to understand site usage and improve performance.
- The Meta Pixel (Facebook and Instagram) to measure the performance of our ads, understand actions taken on our site, and reach relevant audiences on Meta platforms.
You can control cookies through your browser settings, and you can manage ad preferences through the settings offered by Meta (facebook.com/adpreferences) and Google (adssettings.google.com).
How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We share information only as described below:
- Service providers that help us operate the Services, such as our email and marketing platform (ActiveCampaign), analytics providers, and advertising platforms (such as Meta), who process information on our behalf.
- Program partners where necessary to deliver a program you have registered for.
- Legal and safety reasons, when we believe disclosure is required by law or necessary to protect our rights, users, or the public.
Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as needed to provide the Services, fulfill the purposes described in this policy, and meet our legal and reporting obligations. You may request deletion as described below.
Your Choices and Rights
You may unsubscribe from our emails at any time using the link in any message. Depending on your location, you may have the right to access, correct, or delete the personal information we hold about you, or to object to certain processing. To make a request, contact us using the details below.
Children’s Privacy
Our Services are intended for adults and are not directed to children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Data Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect your information. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure, however, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Third-Party Links
Our site may link to third-party websites and services that we do not control. This policy does not apply to those sites, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the “Last updated” date above. Your continued use of the Services after any change indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your information, contact us at info@icueusa.org.