Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 1, 2026

Consigliere, a DBA of Distinguished Automations, Inc. (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or engage our consulting services.

1. Information We Collect

Information you provide directly:

• Name, email address, and company information submitted through our contact forms
• Business information shared during consulting engagements, including revenue data, sales processes, team information, and organizational data
• Communications you send to us via email or through the website

Information collected automatically:

• Device and browser information (browser type, operating system, device type)
• Usage data (pages visited, time spent on pages, referring URLs)
• IP address and approximate geographic location
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 6)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our consulting and advisory services
• Respond to inquiries and communicate about engagements
• Prepare for and conduct consulting calls and sessions
• Build and maintain AI agents and knowledge bases as part of our Services
• Send relevant business communications and updates
• Analyze website usage to improve user experience
• Comply with legal obligations

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information in the following limited circumstances:

• Service providers: We may share information with trusted third-party vendors who assist in operating our website, conducting business, or providing Services, subject to confidentiality agreements.
• AI and technology platforms: In connection with AI agent implementation services, certain business data may be processed through third-party AI platforms. We will disclose the specific platforms used in your SOW.
• Legal requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, subpoena, or other legal process, or to protect our rights, safety, or property.
• Business transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the successor entity.

4. Data Security

We implement commercially reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

5. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. Engagement-related data is retained for the duration of the engagement plus seven (7) years, unless a longer period is required by law. You may request deletion of your personal information by contacting us (see Section 10).

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience:

• Essential cookies: Required for the website to function properly (e.g., session management, security).
• Analytics cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website so we can improve it.
• Preference cookies: Remember your choices and settings.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality. When you first visit our site, a consent banner will allow you to accept or manage cookie preferences.

7. Your California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have the following rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA):

• Right to know: You may request disclosure of the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you.
• Right to delete: You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.
• Right to correct: You may request correction of inaccurate personal information.
• Right to opt out: You may opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information. We do not sell personal information.
• Right to non-discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.

To exercise these rights, contact us at josh@losingbydesign.com. We will respond to verifiable requests within 45 days.

8. Do Not Track

Our website does not currently respond to “Do Not Track” signals from web browsers. However, you can manage tracking preferences through your browser’s cookie settings.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., LinkedIn, YouTube). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies independently.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our Services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have collected information from a child under 18, we will delete it promptly.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will be reflected by updating the “Last updated” date above. Continued use of our website or Services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us at:
Consigliere (Distinguished Automations, Inc.)
San Francisco, California
josh@losingbydesign.com