Vantageus, is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you register for our webinar, enroll in our programs, or interact with our website and services.

By registering, enrolling, or using any Vantageus service, you consent to the data practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Who We Are

Vantageus is a career education and coaching company focused on helping tech-adjacent professionals transition into Solutions Engineering careers. We operate at vantageus.co and can be reached at info@vantageus.co. Vantageus was founded by Deborah Awe and is based in the United States.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly.

We collect information you provide when you:

Register for the SE Advantage webinar — name, email address and phone number

Enroll in a Vantageus program — name, email address, phone number, billing information, and any background information you choose to share

Complete a S.T.A.C.K. Assessment or intake form — professional background, career history, skills, and goals

Communicate with us via email, community platforms, or coaching calls — the content of those communications

Submit a contact form on our website — name, email, phone number and message content

2.2 Information Collected Automatically. When you visit vantageus.co, we may automatically collect:

IP address and browser type

Pages visited and time spent on pages

Referring website or source

Device and operating system information

This information is collected via cookies and analytics tools and is used to improve our website and understand how visitors engage with our content.

2.3 Information from Third Parties. We may receive information about you from third-party platforms including:

Systeme.io — our email and funnel platform — when you register or enroll

Payment processors — transaction confirmation and billing details

Community platforms — when you join and engage in our program community

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

To process your webinar registration and send confirmation and reminder emails

To process your program enrollment and provide access to program materials

To deliver coaching services, assessments, and program deliverables

To communicate with you about your program progress, questions, and support needs

To send educational content, career insights, and Vantageus updates via email

To improve our programs, website, and services based on usage patterns

To comply with legal obligations and protect our legal rights

For SE Accelerator VIP clients: to prepare your resume, submit job applications on your behalf, and facilitate introductions to recruiters and hiring managers in our network — with your explicit consent

4. Email Communications

By registering for the SE Advantage webinar or enrolling in a Vantageus program, you agree to receive email communications from Vantageus including:

Webinar confirmation and reminder emails

Program access and onboarding emails

Weekly educational content and career insights

Program updates and announcements

Promotional communications about Vantageus programs and services

You may unsubscribe from promotional emails at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email. Please note that you cannot unsubscribe from transactional emails related to an active program enrollment, such as access credentials and program scheduling communications.

5. How We Share Your Information

Vantageus does not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

5.1 Service Providers. We work with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our business, including:

Systeme.io — email marketing and funnel management

Payment processors — to process enrollment fees securely

Community platform providers — to host program communities

Video conferencing platforms — to deliver live coaching sessions

These providers are contractually obligated to use your information only as necessary to provide their services to us and to maintain appropriate security measures.

5.2 SE Accelerator VIP Services. For clients enrolled in the SE Accelerator VIP program, we will share your professional information — including your resume, career background, and goals — with recruiters and hiring managers in our network for the express purpose of facilitating introductions on your behalf. This sharing is done only with your explicit consent and as part of the VIP service delivery.

5.3 Legal Requirements. We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, legal process, or governmental request, or if we believe in good faith that disclosure is necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of Vantageus, our clients, or the public.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including to provide your program services, comply with legal obligations, and resolve disputes.

Webinar registrant data is retained for up to 24 months following the webinar date

Program participant data is retained for up to 36 months following program completion

Financial transaction records are retained as required by applicable law

You may request deletion of your personal data at any time by contacting info@vantageus.co, subject to our legal retention obligations

7. Data Security

Vantageus takes reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. These measures include:

Encrypted data transmission via SSL/TLS

Access controls limiting who can access personal data

Use of reputable third-party platforms with their own security practices

However, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security. You use our services and provide your information at your own risk.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Vantageus uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website to:

Remember your preferences and settings

Understand how visitors use our website

Improve the user experience

Track the effectiveness of our marketing communications

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain features on our website.

9. Your Rights

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

The right to access the personal information we hold about you

The right to correct inaccurate or incomplete information

The right to request deletion of your personal information, subject to our legal obligations

The right to opt out of promotional email communications at any time

The right to request a copy of your personal data in a portable format

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@vantageus.co. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

10. Children's Privacy

Vantageus programs and services are intended for adults aged 18 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 18. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a minor, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.

11. Third-Party Links

Our website and program materials may contain links to third-party websites, platforms, and resources. Vantageus is not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

12. Coaching Session Recordings

Live group coaching sessions conducted as part of Vantageus programs may be recorded. Recordings are shared with program participants who were unable to attend live. By participating in a live session, you consent to being included in the recording. If you do not wish to appear on video, you may attend with your camera turned off. Audio-only participation is always available.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

Vantageus reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. When we make material changes, we will notify you by email and update the effective date at the top of this document. Your continued use of our services after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

14. Contact Us

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

Email: info@vantageus.co

Website: vantageus.co

Founded by: Deborah Awe

Business: Vantageus — Career Education and Coaching

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