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Privacy Policy

A legal disclaimer

Effective Date: January 1, 2026

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Top7 LLC ("Top7," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to maintaining the trust and confidence of our clients and visitors. We understand that in the business of strategic consulting, confidentiality is not just a requirement—it is our product.

This Privacy Statement explains how we collect, use, protect, and share information gathered through our website, our consulting engagements, and our business operations.

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As a firm headquartered in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, we adhere to the rigorous standards set forth by state law, including 201 CMR 17.00 regarding the protection of personal information.

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1. Information We Collect

To provide our "Hive Mind" consulting and fractional leadership services, we collect information that helps us deliver value to your organization.

  • Client Business Data: Information regarding your organization’s strategy, financials, personnel, and operations shared during the scope of a consulting engagement. This is treated with the highest level of confidentiality.

  • Personal Identification Information: Name, job title, email address, phone number, and company affiliation collected when you contact us, subscribe to our insights, or engage our services.

  • Technical Data: When you visit our website, we may automatically collect data such as your IP address, browser type, and operating system to optimize your digital experience.

  • Payment Information: Billing details necessary to process invoices. Note: We do not store full credit card numbers or sensitive banking credentials on our internal servers; we utilize secure, compliant third-party processors.

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2. How We Use Your Information

We use your data solely to facilitate larger, faster wins for your business. Specifically, we use information to:

  • Deliver Services: Execute project management, interim leadership, and strategic advisory tasks as contracted.

  • Communicate: Send project updates, administrative information, and insights relevant to your industry.

  • Improve Our Offerings: Analyze trends to refine the Top7 methodology and website functionality.

  • Comply with Law: Adhere to legal obligations and enforce our agreements.

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3. How We Share Your Information

Top7 does not sell, rent, or trade your data.

We operate on a "Need-to-Know" basis. We may share information only in the following specific scenarios:

  • The Top7 Team: As a collaborative consultancy, client information may be shared internally among Top7 consultants and our Council of Experts to leverage our collective expertise for your specific problem. All internal team members are bound by strict Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs).

  • Trusted Service Providers: We may share data with third-party vendors (e.g., secure cloud storage, CRM platforms, legal counsel) who assist us in operating our business. These partners are vetted for security compliance and are contractually obligated to keep your information confidential.

  • Legal Requirements: We will disclose information if required by law, court order, or to protect the rights and safety of Top7, our clients, or others.

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4. Data Security (Massachusetts Compliance)

In compliance with 201 CMR 17.00: Standards for the Protection of Personal Information of Residents of the Commonwealth, Top7 has implemented a comprehensive Written Information Security Program (WISP). Our security measures include:

  • Encryption: Encryption of all personal information transmitted over public networks and stored on portable devices.

  • Access Control: strict user authentication protocols ensuring that access to personal information is restricted to only those individuals who require it to perform their job duties.

  • Vendor Oversight: We require our third-party service providers to maintain appropriate security measures to protect your data.

  • Regular Audits: Ongoing monitoring of our systems to identify and mitigate potential vulnerabilities.

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5. Your Rights and Choices

You have control over your data. Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

  • Request access to the personal information we hold about you.

  • Request corrections to any inaccurate data.

  • Request deletion of your personal data (subject to our legal retention requirements).

  • Opt-out of receiving marketing communications from Top7 at any time.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@top7.com. 

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6. Changes to This Statement

We may update this Privacy Statement to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The "Effective Date" at the top of this page indicates when the latest version was enacted. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

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7. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Statement or our security practices, please contact us:

Top7 LLC 7 Timber Ln, Topsfield, MA 01983

Email: info@top7llc.com

Phone: 978-766-0381

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