Privacy Policy

Data Controller

Highly Prized LLC
Rural Workforce Stewardship Institute™
United States

Highly Prized LLC is the data controller responsible for the collection and use of personal information described in this policy.

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, you may contact us at: highlyprizedllc@gmail.com

Collected Personal Data

We only collect personal data that is necessary to provide services, deliver resources, and improve workforce support systems.

The types of personal data we may collect include:

A. Information You Voluntarily Provide

Name
Email address
Phone number (if provided)
Organization name and role (for employer users)
Information submitted through forms, assessments, or downloads
Responses to workforce assessments or questionnaires
Messages sent through contact forms or direct communication

Workforce Assessment & Resource Data

When users engage with tools such as:

Workforce Stability Index™
Self-Assessments
Scorecards
Lead magnet downloads
Consultation intake forms

We may collect:

Workplace role and responsibilities
Organizational workforce challenges
General employment conditions
Self-reported workforce barriers
Non-clinical information related to workplace stability

Website Usage Data

We may automatically collect limited technical data such as:

IP address
Browser type
Device type
Pages visited
Time spent on pages
Referral source (e.g., LinkedIn, Substack)

This is collected through standard analytics tools (such as website analytics provided by your website platform).

Important:
We do not collect clinical, diagnostic, or medical records.

Purpose of collecting data

We collect personal data for the following purposes:

A. Service Delivery

To provide access to:

Workforce assessments
Lead magnets and downloadable resources
Consultation services
Workforce strategy support
Training and organizational development services

B. Workforce System Support & Insights

To understand workforce stability challenges and:

Identify system-level workforce barriers
Improve workforce support tools and frameworks
Develop trauma-informed organizational resources
Strengthen employer leadership capacity
Improve workforce retention and stability strategies

C. Communication

To:

Respond to inquiries
Send requested resources
Provide updates about services, tools, or insights (if opted in)
Share newsletters such as The Abigail Report™

D. Program Improvement & Research Development

To:

Improve frameworks such as the Workforce Stability Index™
Refine tools and assessments
Understand trends in rural workforce systems
Develop better employer and workforce support resources

All data used for research or improvement is de-identified whenever possible.

E. Safety, Legal, and Compliance

To:

Maintain website security
Prevent misuse or fraud
Comply with legal obligations
Protect users and organizational integrity

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS FOR SENSITIVE CONTEXTS (IMPORTANT ADDITION)

Because we may serve individuals navigating complex life and workforce situations, including trauma or instability:

We do not sell personal data
We do not share personal data with employers
We do not use personal data for employment decisions
We treat all personal information with confidentiality and care

Where individuals use confidential support pathways (such as the Abigail Approach™), information is handled with heightened privacy standards and only used to support the individual’s stated needs.

We only collect data that is:

Necessary
Relevant
Directly tied to workforce support, assessment, or communication

We do not collect unnecessary personal or sensitive data.

COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

Highly Prized LLC uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to support website functionality and improve user experience.

Types of cookies we may use:

Essential Cookies

Required for basic website operation
Enable page navigation and access to secure areas

Analytics Cookies

Help us understand how visitors use the website
Track page visits, traffic sources, and engagement patterns
Support improvement of content, lead magnets, and user pathways

Functionality Cookies

Remember user preferences and improve usability

We do not use cookies for intrusive tracking or behavioral profiling outside of our organizational learning and service improvement purposes.

Users may disable cookies through their browser settings; however, some website functionality may be limited.

THIRD-PARTY TOOLS AND SERVICES

We use trusted third-party services to operate our website, deliver resources, and manage communications.

These may include:

Website Hosting

IONOS (website infrastructure and hosting services)

Analytics Tools

Website analytics provided through IONOS or similar platforms
Used to understand general traffic patterns and improve content and usability

Email & Communication Tools

Email marketing platforms (e.g., ConvertKit, MailerLite, or similar)
Used to send requested resources, newsletters (such as The Abigail Report™), and organizational updates

Form & Assessment Tools

Online forms, surveys, and assessment tools (e.g., Typeform, Tally, or embedded forms)
Used for Workforce Stability Index™, self-assessments, and lead magnet downloads

Document & Resource Hosting

Cloud storage platforms (e.g., Google Drive or equivalent)
Used to deliver downloadable guides, PDFs, and toolkits

Payment Processing (if applicable in future)

Secure third-party payment processors (e.g., Stripe or PayPal)
We do not store payment card information directly

Important Note on Third Parties:

These providers may collect limited technical data as required to perform their services. Highly Prized LLC does not control how third-party platforms independently process data, but we only select providers that maintain industry-standard security and privacy protections.

DATA RETENTION TIMELINES

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for legitimate business, service, and legal purposes.

General Retention Periods:

Contact and Inquiry Data

Retained for up to 24 months after last interaction

Newsletter Subscribers

Retained until the user unsubscribes

Lead Magnet Downloads & Form Submissions

Retained for up to 24–36 months for service improvement and follow-up communication

Consultation and Client Data

Retained for up to 7 years where required for business records, compliance, or contractual obligations

Assessment and Workforce Tool Data

Retained in de-identified or aggregated form for ongoing framework development and research improvement

Early Deletion Requests:

Users may request deletion of their personal data at any time, subject to legal or contractual obligations.

USER RIGHTS

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

You may request to:

Access the personal data we hold about you
Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
Request deletion of your personal data
Withdraw consent for communications (e.g., unsubscribe from emails)
Restrict or object to certain types of data processing
Request a copy of your data in a portable format (where applicable)

How to Exercise Your Rights:

You may contact us at:

highlyprizedllc@mail.com

We will respond to all legitimate requests within a reasonable timeframe consistent with applicable laws.

SPECIAL NOTE ON SENSITIVE CONTEXTS

Because Highly Prized LLC works at the intersection of workforce systems and lived human experience, including women navigating complex life circumstances:

We apply additional care when handling any information shared through:

Confidential support pathways (including The Abigail Approach™)
Workforce assessments involving personal or household context
Resource navigation or support inquiries

We do not:

Sell personal data
Share personal data with employers for hiring decisions
Use personal data to evaluate job performance or employability
Disclose confidential support conversations

Our approach is grounded in privacy, dignity, and safety.