BN8 Business Academy Ltd
Company Number: 17076652
Registered Office: 1 Bank Plain, Norwich, England, NR2 4SF

BN8 Business Academy Ltd (“we”, “us”, “our”) works with established business owners to improve performance, scale effectively, and prepare for high-value exits.

With that comes responsibility. We are committed to handling your data with the same level of professionalism, discretion, and integrity that we apply to our consultancy work.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you engage with our website, attend our events, or work with us.

We comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

To deliver high-value insights and relevant communication, we may collect:

·  Identity Data – Name, business name

·  Contact Data – Email address, phone number

·  Business Data – Company size, turnover range, operational challenges, growth objectives (where voluntarily provided)

·  Technical Data – IP address, browser type, device information

·  Usage Data – How you interact with our website and content

·  Marketing Data – Your preferences for receiving insights, invitations, and offers

We only collect what is necessary to deliver meaningful value.

We collect data through:

·  Event registrations (e.g. Optical Blueprint, Business Exit Blueprint)

·  Website enquiry or application forms

·  Direct communication (email, phone, social platforms)

·  Automated technologies (cookies and analytics tools)

Your data is used to support three core outcomes:

1. Delivering value

·  Managing event bookings and attendance

·  Providing consultancy and strategic support

2. Improving your results

·  Tailoring insights, frameworks, and recommendations

·  Refining our programmes and content based on real-world feedback

3. Maintaining relevant communication

·  Sending invitations to events and programmes

·  Sharing insights, opportunities, and offers aligned to your stage of business

We do not send irrelevant or excessive communication.

We process your data under the following lawful bases:

·  Consent – where you opt in to receive communications

·  Contract – where data is required to deliver services you’ve requested

·  Legitimate Interests – to grow, improve, and market our services responsibly

·  Legal Obligation – where required by law

We do not sell or trade your personal data.

We may share your data with trusted third parties who support delivery of our services, including:

·  Website and hosting providers

·  Email and CRM platforms

·  Professional advisers (legal, accounting)

All partners are required to handle your data securely and lawfully.

We recognise that many of our clients and attendees are established business owners operating at a high level, often sharing commercially sensitive information.

Confidentiality is fundamental to how we operate.

We treat all business-related discussions, data, and disclosures with strict discretion. Any information you share—whether through applications, events, or consultancy—is handled as confidential unless explicitly agreed otherwise.

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to safeguard your data, including restricted access, secure systems, and controlled handling processes.

Access to your data is limited to individuals who need it to deliver value to you.

Our reputation is built on trust.

We do not use your data to make public case studies, testimonials, or references without your explicit consent.

We do not disclose:

·  Commercially sensitive business information

·  Financial performance data

·  Strategic plans or exit intentions

All engagement is handled with the level of discretion expected within high-level advisory environments.

We retain data only for as long as it remains relevant to:

·  Delivering services

·  Maintaining a professional relationship

·  Meeting legal and regulatory obligations

When data is no longer required, it is securely removed.

You remain in control of your data at all times.

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

·  Access your personal data

·  Correct inaccurate data

·  Request deletion of your data

·  Object to or restrict processing

·  Request transfer of your data

·  Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise any of these rights, contact us directly.

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Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.

For any questions regarding this policy or your data:

Email: hello@bn8academy.co.uk
Address: 1 Bank Plain, Norwich, England, NR2 4SF

We may update this policy periodically to reflect changes in our services or legal requirements. The latest version will always be available on our website.

Last updated: April 2026