1Who We Are

A1 Strategic Partners LLC, d/b/a A1 Consulting Partners (“A1 Consulting Partners,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) operates the website located at https://www.a1consultingpartners.com (the “Site”). We are a Florida-based hospitality management consulting firm. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information submitted through our Site.

2Information We Collect

We collect personal information only when you voluntarily submit it to us through our Site. Specifically, when you use the contact form located at the bottom of our homepage, we collect:

• Your full name
• Your email address
• The content of your message to us

We do not collect payment information, government identification, or sensitive personal data through our website. We do not use tracking pixels, behavioral advertising networks, or third-party retargeting tools.

We may also automatically collect limited technical data when you visit our Site, including:

• IP address and general geographic region
• Browser type and version
• Pages visited and time spent on the Site
• Referring URL (the page you visited before arriving at our Site)

This technical data is collected through standard WordPress and web server logs and is used solely for Site security and performance monitoring.

3How We Use Your Information

We use the information you submit through our contact form exclusively for the following purposes:

• To respond to your inquiry about our consulting services
• To schedule an initial discovery call or consultation
• To send you a proposal, Letter of Engagement, or Non-Disclosure Agreement if you choose to proceed with an engagement
• To communicate with you about your inquiry in the normal course of business

We do not sell, rent, lease, or trade your personal information to any third party for marketing or any other commercial purpose. We do not add you to any email marketing list or newsletter without your explicit consent.

4Legal Basis for Processing (Florida & Federal Law)

A1 Consulting Partners is headquartered in Florida and operates under applicable U.S. federal and Florida state privacy laws, including but not limited to:

• The Florida Information Protection Act (FIPA), Fla. Stat. § 501.171
• The CAN-SPAM Act of 2003 (governing commercial email communications)
• The Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) — our Site is not directed at children under 13

Our legal basis for processing your contact form submission is your voluntary consent, given when you submit the form. You may withdraw this consent at any time by contacting us at info@a1consultingpartners.com.

5Data Retention

We differentiate between two categories of data with distinct retention periods. Contact form submissions, related email correspondence, and any business records arising from your inquiry are retained for a period of three (3) years from the date of receipt, or for the duration of any consulting engagement that results from the inquiry, whichever is longer. After this period, we securely delete or anonymize your personal information. If you request deletion of your information earlier, we will honor that request within thirty (30) days, provided we are not legally required to retain it. Separately, standard web server and security logs (including IP addresses and access logs described in Section 2) are subject to automatic rotation and overwrite cycles determined by our hosting provider, typically every thirty (30) to ninety (90) days, and are not retained on a long-term basis by A1 Consulting Partners.

6Data Security

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or disclosure. Our Site is hosted on a secured WordPress platform. Contact form submissions are transmitted over HTTPS encryption. We do not store contact form submissions in an externally accessible database beyond what is necessary for normal email delivery.

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

7Third-Party Services

Our Site is built on WordPress and may use the following third-party services in connection with normal website operation. Where noted, these services may process personal information submitted through our contact form as part of standard infrastructure operations:

• WordPress: WordPress.org / WordPress hosting provider — our Site runs on WordPress software hosted by a third-party web hosting provider. Contact form submissions and associated data (including name, email, and message content) are processed through our hosting server infrastructure in the normal course of delivery. Our hosting provider operates under its own privacy and data security policies.
• Unsplash: for stock photography displayed on the Site
• LinkedIn: we link to our LinkedIn profile; LinkedIn’s own privacy policy governs data collected on their platform
• Business Email Infrastructure: contact form inquiries are delivered to our business email account, which may be hosted through a commercial email provider (such as Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, or equivalent). Such providers process message content solely as email delivery infrastructure and operate under their own enterprise privacy and security standards.

We do not use Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel, HubSpot, Mailchimp, or any other marketing automation or analytics platform that tracks individual user behavior across sessions. If this changes, we will update this Privacy Policy accordingly.

8Cookies

Our Site may use essential cookies necessary for basic website functionality, such as WordPress session cookies. We do not use advertising cookies, cross-site tracking cookies, or third-party analytics cookies. You may disable cookies in your browser settings; however, doing so may affect your ability to use certain features of the Site.

9Your Rights

A1 Consulting Partners is a U.S.-based business and all data processing under this Policy occurs within the United States. We do not operate or solicit business in the European Union, United Kingdom, or California, and we do not represent that our practices comply with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the UK GDPR, or the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). If you are accessing our Site from outside the United States, please be aware that your information is transferred to and processed in the U.S., which may have different data protection standards than your country of residence. By using our Site, you consent to this transfer and processing. Consistent with U.S. business standards, you have the right to:

• Request access to the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate personal information
• Request deletion of your personal information, subject to applicable legal retention requirements
• Withdraw your consent to our processing of your personal information at any time
• Lodge a complaint with a relevant data protection authority if you believe your privacy rights have been violated

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@a1consultingpartners.com or (786) 808-7288. We will respond to all requests within thirty (30) days.

10Children’s Privacy

Our Site and services are directed exclusively at restaurant owners, hospitality operators, and business professionals. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 18. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected information from a minor, we will delete it promptly.

11Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. When we make material changes, we will update the Effective Date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of the Site following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

12Contact Us

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

1Acceptance of Terms

These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you (“User,” “you,” or “your”) and A1 Consulting Partners governing your access to and use of the Site, including any content, forms, features, and functionality offered through the Site. By submitting a contact form, browsing the Site, or otherwise engaging with its content, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated herein by reference.

2Nature of the Site — Informational Only

The Site is an informational and lead-generation platform for the consulting services offered by A1 Consulting Partners. Nothing on the Site constitutes a binding offer to provide consulting services, a contract, or a guarantee of availability or pricing. All consulting engagements are formalized exclusively through separately executed written agreements, including a Letter of Engagement and Consulting Services Agreement signed by both parties.

The content on this Site — including service descriptions, methodology overviews, and general industry information — is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional financial, legal, or operational advice. You should not rely on Site content as a substitute for qualified professional consultation.

3Contact Form & Communications

When you submit the contact form on our Site, you are initiating a voluntary inquiry about our services. By submitting the form, you:

• Consent to being contacted by A1 Consulting Partners via email or phone in response to your inquiry
• Represent that the information you provide is accurate and complete
• Acknowledge that submission of the form does not create a consulting engagement, client relationship, or any contractual obligation between you and A1 Consulting Partners
• Acknowledge that A1 Consulting Partners reserves the right to decline any inquiry or engagement at its sole discretion

We will not use your contact form submission to add you to any marketing list or send you unsolicited commercial communications without your explicit consent.

4Intellectual Property

All content on the Site — including text, graphics, logos, service descriptions, methodologies, and branding elements (collectively, “Site Content”) — is the exclusive property of A1 Strategic Partners LLC, d/b/a A1 Consulting Partners and is protected by applicable copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws. The A1 Consulting Partners name, logo, and brand assets are proprietary marks of A1 Strategic Partners LLC.

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, publicly display, or create derivative works from any Site Content without the prior written consent of A1 Consulting Partners. Unauthorized use of any Site Content may give rise to a claim for damages and may constitute a criminal offense under applicable law.

5Prohibited Conduct

By using the Site, you agree not to:

• Use the Site for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable federal, state, or local law or regulation
• Submit false, misleading, or fraudulent information through the contact form
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Site or its underlying infrastructure
• Use automated bots, scrapers, or data mining tools to extract content from the Site
• Transmit any malware, viruses, or malicious code through the Site
• Impersonate A1 Consulting Partners, its personnel, or any other person or entity
• Use the Site to solicit, advertise, or promote competing services without written authorization

6Disclaimers

THE SITE AND ALL CONTENT ARE PROVIDED ON AN “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT. A1 CONSULTING PARTNERS DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE SITE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, OR FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL COMPONENTS.

General information provided on the Site regarding restaurant operations, financial benchmarks, or industry best practices is for illustrative purposes only. Actual results from consulting engagements vary based on each client’s unique circumstances, and no specific outcome is guaranteed.

7Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, A1 CONSULTING PARTNERS AND ITS MEMBERS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, AND AGENTS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR SPECIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE SITE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. IN NO EVENT SHALL A1 CONSULTING PARTNERS’ TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY CLAIM ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE SITE EXCEED ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100.00 USD).

8User Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless A1 Consulting Partners and its members, officers, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and expenses — including reasonable attorneys’ fees — arising out of or related to: (i) your use of or access to the Site in violation of these Terms; (ii) your submission of any false, fraudulent, or malicious content through the contact form; (iii) your use of automated bots, scrapers, or unauthorized data extraction tools on the Site; (iv) any damage to our hosting infrastructure, server performance, or website functionality caused by your actions; or (v) your violation of any applicable law or third-party right in connection with your use of the Site. This indemnification obligation survives the termination or expiration of these Terms.

9Third-Party Links

The Site may contain links to third-party websites, including our LinkedIn profile. These links are provided for your convenience only. A1 Consulting Partners does not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy practices, or terms of any third-party website. Your use of third-party websites is subject to those websites’ own terms and privacy policies.

10Governing Law & Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the Site shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in Miami-Dade County, Florida. You hereby consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts and waive any objection to venue.

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, YOU AGREE THAT ANY DISPUTE, CLAIM, OR CONTROVERSY ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THESE TERMS OR YOUR USE OF THE SITE SHALL BE RESOLVED SOLELY ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS AND NOT AS A PLAINTIFF OR CLASS MEMBER IN ANY PURPORTED CLASS ACTION, COLLECTIVE ACTION, OR REPRESENTATIVE PROCEEDING. YOU EXPRESSLY WAIVE ANY RIGHT TO PARTICIPATE IN OR BRING A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT AGAINST A1 CONSULTING PARTNERS IN ANY FORUM.

Any claim you have against A1 Consulting Partners must be brought in your individual capacity, or not at all.

11Changes to These Terms

A1 Consulting Partners reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time at its sole discretion. When we make material changes, we will update the Effective Date at the top of this document. Your continued use of the Site following the posting of revised Terms constitutes your acceptance of the changes. If you do not agree to the revised Terms, please discontinue use of the Site.

12Contact

For questions or concerns regarding these Terms of Service, please contact: