Legal Information & Privacy Policy
Last Updated: February 10, 2026
1. Commitment to Privacy
At Lumina Speaking Arts, we recognize that the foundation of great communication is trust. This commitment extends beyond the stage and into the digital realm. We are dedicated to protecting the privacy and security of our clients, students, and visitors. This document serves as a comprehensive guide to how we handle your personal data and the terms under which we provide our specialized coaching, workshops, and consulting services in Austin, Texas, and beyond.
In the professional field of public speaking and executive coaching, we understand that you often share sensitive information, including proprietary business strategies, personal narratives, and vulnerable drafts of speeches. We treat this information with the highest level of confidentiality, ensuring that your intellectual property and personal identity are safeguarded at all times.
2. Information We Collect
To provide the personalized and high-impact training that Lumina is known for, we collect several types of information:
- Personal Identification: This includes your name, email address, phone number, and professional affiliation. We collect this primarily through our contact forms, registration portals, and newsletter subscriptions.
- Performance Data: During our coaching sessions, we may record audio or video of your speeches and presentations. These recordings are used exclusively for analytical feedback and are stored on secure, encrypted servers.
- Curriculum Materials: We collect the drafts, notes, and presentation slides you provide to us to help customize your training experience.
- Technical Data: Our website automatically collects certain information about your device, including IP address, browser type, and how you interact with our pages, to help us optimize our user experience.
We do not collect sensitive personal data such as social security numbers, health information, or financial records beyond what is necessary for payment processing through our secure third-party partners.
3. Use of Your Information
The information we collect is used to power your transformation as a speaker and to maintain the operational excellence of Lumina Speaking Arts:
- Service Delivery: To manage your bookings, customize your curriculum, and provide the one-on-one or group training you have requested.
- Communication: To send you reminders for sessions, respond to your inquiries, and provide you with relevant "Speaking Insights" if you have joined our mailing list.
- Analysis & Improvement: To study aggregated data on how our services are used, allowing us to refine the Lumina Method and develop new educational products.
- Legal Compliance: To meet our tax, accounting, and legal obligations as a registered business in the State of Texas.
Lumina Speaking Arts will never sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. Your data is only accessible to our internal team of expert coaches and administrative professionals who are bound by strict non-disclosure agreements.
4. Cookie Policy & Tracking
Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. A cookie is a small file placed on your device that helps us remember your preferences and understand site traffic patterns. We use "Essential Cookies" for site functionality and "Analytical Cookies" to help us improve our content delivery.
When you first visit our site, you are presented with a cookie consent banner. By clicking "Accept All," you agree to our use of these technologies. You can manage your preferences through your browser settings at any time. We also use localStorage to remember your cookie preferences so that you are not prompted on every visit.
5. Terms of Service
By engaging with Lumina Speaking Arts, you agree to the following professional terms:
A. Professional Conduct
We maintain a professional, supportive, and inclusive environment. Any form of harassment or disruptive behavior during workshops or coaching sessions will result in immediate termination of services without refund.
B. Payment & Cancellations
Full payment is required prior to the start of any course or private coaching series. We require 48 hours notice for the rescheduling of a private session. Cancellations made with less than 48 hours notice will be charged the full session fee.
C. Intellectual Property
All training materials, including the Lumina Method framework, exercises, and proprietary curriculum, are the intellectual property of Lumina Speaking Arts. These materials are provided for your personal development and may not be reproduced or used for commercial training purposes without written permission.
6. Data Protection Rights
Depending on your location, you may have specific rights regarding your personal data. These typically include the right to access the data we hold about you, the right to request corrections, and the right to request the deletion of your records. If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the email address provided below. We will respond to all verified requests within 30 days.
7. Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our Terms of Service, please reach out to our legal compliance team:
- Email: [email protected]
- Address: 123 Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78701
- Phone: (512) 555-0199