Privacy Policy

1. Data Controller

The Partnership (Puneet Kalia, Jay Chodagam, Alessandro Esteri, and Namita) acts as the Data Controller.

Our Italian Logistics Lead (Namita) ensures all processing complies with Legislative Decree no. 196/2003 (Italian Privacy Code) and GDPR.

2. Data Collection & Purpose

We collect only what is necessary for the "Excellence" of your experience:

• Identification: Name, passport details (required by Italian law for villa registration).
• Sensitive Data: Dietary restrictions and health considerations (collected solely for safety and the "Invisible Service" model).
• Selection Data: Interview notes used to curate the cohort.

Interview Data

During the application interview, we collect:

• Photographs captured during the interview
• Transcript of your spoken responses
• AI-generated assessments and scores

3. Legal Basis for Processing

• Contractual Necessity: To provide the $10,000 residency service.
• Legal Obligation: Compliance with Italian hospitality "Alloggiati" reporting.
• Consent: For any marketing or B&W photography usage.

4. Your Rights Under GDPR

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access & Rectification: Request your data or correct it.
• Erasure ("Right to be Forgotten"): Request deletion of data post-event, subject to Italian tax/legal retention laws.
• Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a clean, digital format.
• Object to Processing: You may object to certain types of data processing.
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time for consent-based processing.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at support@re-naissance.love.

5. Security & Retention

• Data is stored in encrypted, password-protected silos.
• We do not sell data to third parties.
• Participant data is retained for 24 months following the June 2026 event to facilitate the 3-retreat series cycle, unless erasure is requested.

6. Data Sharing

We may share your information with:

• Service providers: Third parties who assist us in operating our website and services (e.g., payment processors, email services, cloud hosting)
• Event facilitators: The Curatorial team involved in evaluating applications and facilitating the event
• Italian Authorities: As required by Italian hospitality "Alloggiati" reporting regulations
• Legal requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

7. Cookies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Remember your preferences
• Understand how you use our website
• Improve our services
• Provide secure authentication

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect functionality.

8. Italian Compliance

Since the event is in Tuscany, the Badia De Campalone will collect specific "Alloggiati" data (Passport scans) separately upon arrival to satisfy local police regulations. This is a legal requirement for all hospitality venues in Italy.

9. International Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers in compliance with applicable data protection laws, including Standard Contractual Clauses where required.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the effective date.

11. Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy, GDPR compliance, or our data practices, please contact:

Email: support@re-naissance.love
Location: Badia De Campalone, Tuscany, Italy

For inquiries regarding legal compliance, contact the Curatorial Office by March 15.