PRIVACY POLICY

Effective Date: February 2026

1. INTRODUCTION AND OWNERSHIP

This Privacy Policy describes how information is collected, used, shared, and protected when you interact with www.meatconference.com (the “Site”). The Site and the Annual Meat Conference (the “Event”) are jointly owned and managed by The Meat Institute (MI) and The Food Industry Association (FMI).

Throughout this policy, these organizations are collectively referred to as “MI & FMI,” “we,” “us,” or “our.” This policy applies to all Site visitors, Event attendees, exhibitors, and sponsors.

2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

We may collect information about you in the following ways:

• Directly From You: When you register for the conference, sign up for newsletters, submit a speaker proposal, or purchase an exhibition booth. This may include your name, job title, company name, email address, phone number, and billing information.
• Automatically: When you visit the Site, we may collect technical data such as your IP address, browser type, device information, and details about how you interact with our Site (pages viewed, time spent).
• From Third Parties: We may receive information from our registration partners, hotel blocks, or third-party service providers who assist in managing Event logistics.

3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

MI & FMI use the collected information to:

• Process your registration and manage your participation in the Event.
• Communicate important Event updates, schedules, and logistics.
• Provide you with marketing materials about future conferences and industry resources (subject to your right to opt-out).
• Improve Site functionality and the attendee experience through data analytics.
• Facilitate networking opportunities (e.g., attendee lists) where applicable and permitted.

4. SHARING OF INFORMATION

We do not sell your personal information. However, we may share your information with:

• Service Providers: Third-party vendors who perform functions on our behalf, such as registration processing, payment handling, and mobile app hosting.
• Exhibitors and Sponsors: We may provide attendee lists (typically name, title, and company) to official Event sponsors and exhibitors. You may opt-out of this sharing during the registration process.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, such as in response to a subpoena or to protect the safety and rights of MI & FMI or our attendees.

5. COOKIES AND TRACKING

The Site uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, analyze traffic, and facilitate the registration login process. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings, though some features of the Site may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

6. DATA SECURITY

MI & FMI implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or alteration. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your data, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

7. YOUR CHOICES AND RIGHTS

• Marketing Communications: You may opt-out of receiving promotional emails from us by clicking the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of any email or by contacting us directly.
• Access and Correction: You may request to review or update the personal information we hold about you by logging into your registration portal or contacting our support team.
• Data Retention: We keep your data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes of the Event and to comply with legal obligations.

8. THIRD-PARTY LINKS

The Site may contain links to third-party websites (such as hotel booking sites or social media platforms). MI & FMI are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

9. CONTACT US

If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at amc@fmi.org or events@meatinstitute.org