Last updated: November 5, 2026
Ascend Consulting DC LLC, a Virginia Limited Liability Company ("Company", "we", "our", or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting it through our compliance with this Privacy Policy (the “Policy”).
This Policy describes how we collect, process, retain, and disclose personal data about you when you visit AscendConsultingDC.com or otherwise interact with our websites, consulting services, strategic advisory services, newsletters, workshops, educational content, downloadable resources, speaking engagements, training programs, products, and services that link to this Privacy Policy (collectively, the "Services").
AscendConsultingDC.com operates under Ascend Consulting DC, LLC. Certain portions of the Services may reference or link to AnneBasham.com, which also operates under Ascend Consulting DC, LLC. Information submitted on each website is generally collected through separate forms and maintained for the purposes associated with the applicable website, although information may be shared internally as described in this Policy.
This Policy applies only to information we collect:
Through the Services;
In communications, including email, and other electronic messages, between you and the Services;
Through newsletter subscriptions, contact forms, speaking inquiries, downloadable resources, course registrations, purchases, and other communications with us.
This Policy does not apply to information collected:
Through any website or service that does not link to this Policy; or
By third parties, including through third-party websites, applications, or services that may be linked from our Services.
We may provide additional or different privacy policies that are specific to certain features, services, or activities.
Your use of the Services is also governed by our Terms of Use, which are incorporated herein by reference to the extent permitted by law. Please review the Terms of Use carefully.
Please read this Policy carefully to understand our policies and practices regarding your information and how we treat it. By interacting with our Services or providing us with your information, you agree to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described herein. This Policy may change from time to time (see ). Your continued use of the Services after we make changes as described here is deemed to be acceptance of those changes, so please check the Policy periodically for updates.
Children's and Minors' Data
Our Services are not intended for, and we do not knowingly collect any personal data from, children under the age of 18. If we learn we have collected or received personal data from a child under 18 years old, we will take steps to delete that information.
The Personal Data That We Collect or Process
"Personal Data" is information that identifies, relates to, or describes, directly or indirectly, you as an individual. The categories of Personal Data we may collect include:
Account and Contact Information
Name
Email address
Mailing address
Telephone number
Company or organization information
Professional title
Other information voluntarily provided through forms or communication
Newsletter and Marketing Information
Information submitted when subscribing to newsletters (including the Ascend Advantage newsletter), business updates, educational content, publications, or other communications.
Information provided when requesting business resources, publications, reports, checklists, guides, or downloadable materials
Preferences regarding communications and content
Consulting and Professional Services Information
Consulting inquiries
Strategic advisory services
Business development services
Facilitation engagements
Workshops
Training programs
Speaking engagements
Other professional services
Workshop, Event and Education Information
We may collect information submitted in connection with registrations for workshops, webinars, training programs, educational offerings, events, or similar activities.
Participation in certain programs, events, workshops, or educational offerings may also be subject to additional terms, enrollment agreements, disclaimers, policies, or guidelines presented at the time of registration or participation.
Transaction Information
We may receive information regarding purchases, registrations, and payments processed through third-party payment providers, including Stripe and PayPal.
We do not directly collect or store payment card numbers.
Payment information is collected and processed directly by the applicable third-party payment processor pursuant to that provider's own privacy policy and terms.
Communications Information
Information you provide through:
Contact forms
Speaking engagement inquiries
Email communications
Customer support requests
Other communications with us
Device and Usage Information
We may collect certain device and usage information, including:
IP address
Browser type
Device type
Operating system
Pages viewed
Referring website information
General usage analytics
Statistics or Aggregated Information
We may collect statistical, analytical, or aggregated information that does not directly identify an individual.
How We Collect Personal Data
You Provide Information to Us
We collect information when you
Subscribe to our newsletters;
Download resources, reports, guides, or other materials;
Submit a contact form;
Submit a consulting inquiry;
Submit a speaking engagement inquiry;
Register for a workshop, webinar, training program or educational offering;
Purchase products or services;
Communicate with us.
When you request downloadable resources or submit inquiries through AscendConsultingDC.com, your contact information may also be used to enroll you in newsletters, and related communications, subject to your ability to unsubscribe at any time.
Automatically Through Our Services
We use Plausible Analytics to better understand how visitors use the Services and to improve our content and offerings.
Plausible Analytics is designed to be privacy-focused and does not rely upon advertising cookies or create cross-site visitor profiles.
Information collected may include:
Website usage data
Device information
Browser information
Referring websites
General traffic analytics
Cookies and Similar Technologies
We and our service providers may use cookies, similar technologies, and related tools that support the operation, security, functionality, and performance of the Services.
We currently use Plausible Analytics, a privacy-focused analytics service, to better understand how visitors use the Services and to improve our content and offerings. Plausible Analytics is designed to operate without advertising cookies and without creating cross-site visitor profiles.
Certain third-party services integrated with or linked from the Services, such as newsletter providers, contact-form providers, payment processors, embedded content providers, or future third-party integrations, may use their own cookies or similar technologies. The collection and use of information by those third parties is governed by their respective privacy policies.
If we introduce additional cookies, tracking technologies, or integrations, we will update this Policy and provide any notice or choice required by applicable law.
Most web browsers permit users to manage cookie preferences through browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of portions of the Services.
Third-Party Service Providers
We utilize third-party service providers in connection with the Services, including:
Substack (newsletter management and email communications)
Web3Forms (contact and inquiry form processing)
Stripe (payment processing)
PayPal (payment processing)
Plausible Analytics (website analytics)
GitHub Pages (website hosting)
These providers may collect, process, store, or otherwise handle information in accordance with their own privacy policies. We may also use other service providers who assist with website development, maintenance, administration, communications, analytics, customer support, marketing, event management, and business operations.
How We Use Your Information
We may use Personal Data to:
Provide and operate the Services;
Provide downloadable resources;
Respond to inquiries and requests;
Administer speaking engagements, training programs, workshops, and events;
Process registrations and purchases;
Improve the Services and user experience;
Communicate regarding consulting services, workshops, speaking engagements, training programs, business resources and related content;
Comply with legal obligations;
Protect our rights and interests.
Marketing Communications
By subscribing to our newsletters, downloading resources, registering for educational content, or otherwise providing contact information, you may receive communications regarding:
Our newsletters;
Consulting services;
Strategic advisory services;
Workshops and training programs;
Speaking engagements;
Business resources;
Educational content; and
Related business activities.
Communications distributed through the Services may occasionally include affiliate or referral links to third-party products, services, books, software, platforms, or other offerings that we believe may be of interest to our audience.
Because AscendConsultingDC.com and AnneBasham.com both operate under Ascend Consulting DC, LLC, information may be shared internally among those operations for administrative and business purposes. However, newsletter subscriptions and marketing lists are generally maintained separately. Individuals who subscribe through AscendConsultingDC.com will generally be added to the communications associated with Ascend Consulting DC, while individuals who subscribe through AnneBasham.com will generally be added to the communications associated with that website.
You may unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time by using the unsubscribe mechanism contained within our emails.
Who We Disclose Your Personal Data To
We may disclose Personal Data to:
Service Providers
To service providers that support our operations, including those identified above.
Employees and Contractors
To our employees, contractors, assistants, web developers, consultants, and team members who require access to perform services on our behalf.
Internal Business Operations
Internally among Ascend Consulting DC LLC, AscendConsulting DC.com, AnneBasham.com, and related business operations for administrative, operational, customer-service, legal-compliance, marketing, communications and other business purposes.
Business Transfers
To a buyer or successor in connection with a merger, acquisition, reorganization, financing, sale of assets, bankruptcy, or similar transactions.
Legal Compliance
To comply with applicable law, legal process, governmental requests, court orders, or regulatory requirements.
Protection of Rights
Where necessary to protect our rights, property, safety, security, users, or others.
With Your Consent
For any other purpose disclosed at the time information is collected or with your consent.
Categories of Personal Data we May Disclose
Account and contact information
Newsletter subscription information
Consulting inquiry information
Transaction information
Communications information
Device and usage information
Third-Party Websites, Platforms, and Embedded Content
The Services may contain links to, or incorporate content, features, or functionality provided by third parties, including social media platforms, Substack, YouTube, and other third-party providers. These third parties may collect information regarding your interaction with their content, services, or features in accordance with their own privacy policies and practices. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of third-party websites, platforms, or services. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any third-party services they access through links provided on, or content embedded within, the Services.
Certain links contained within the Services may be affiliate or referral links. If you access a third-party website through an affiliate link and make a purchase or take another qualifying action, the Company may receive compensation from the applicable third party. Any information collected by third-party websites or platforms after you leave the Services or interact directly with those third parties is governed by the third party's own privacy policy and terms.
Your Rights and Choices About Your Information
This section describes mechanisms you can use to control certain uses and disclosures of your information and rights you may have under state law, depending on where you live.
Marketing Communications
You may opt out of marketing communications at any time by:
Using the unsubscribe functionality in our emails; or
Contacting us directly at info@ascendconsultingdc.com.
State Privacy Rights
Depending upon your state of residence, including California, Virginia, and other states with applicable privacy laws, you may have rights regarding access, correction, deletion, portability, and certain limitations on our processing of Personal Data.
To exercise any applicable privacy rights, please contact us at:
info@ascendconsultingdc.com
We will process requests as required under applicable law.
Some browsers and browser extensions support the Global Privacy Control (“GPC”) that can send a signal to process your request to opt out from certain types of data processing, including data "sales" as defined under certain laws. When we detect such a signal, we will make reasonable efforts to respect your choices indicated by a GPC setting as required by applicable law.
How We Protect Your Personal Data
We use commercially reasonable administrative, physical, and technical measures designed to protect your Personal Data from accidental loss or destruction and from unauthorized access, use, alteration, and disclosure. However, no website, mobile application, system, electronic storage, or online service is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the security of your Personal Data transmitted to, through, using, or in connection with the Services.
The safety and security of your Personal Data also depends on you. You are responsible for taking steps to protect your Personal Data against unauthorized use, disclosure, and access.
How We Retain Your Personal Data
We retain Personal Data described in this Policy for as long as reasonably necessary to:
Provide the Services;
Maintain business records;
Comply with legal obligations;
Resolve disputes;
Enforce agreements;
Prevent fraud and misuse.
Retention periods may vary depending on the nature of the information and applicable legal requirements.
International Users
Although Ascend Consulting DC LLC is based in the United States, individuals outside the United States may access the Services.
By using the Services and providing information to us, you understand that your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States.
Changes to Our Privacy Policy
We may update this Policy from time to time. Any updates will be reflected by revising the "Last Updated" date above. Continued use of the Services following publication of any changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.
Terms of Use
Additional terms governing access to and use of the Services are set forth in our Terms of Use. In the event of a conflict between this Privacy Policy and the Terms of Use regarding privacy matters, this Privacy Policy shall control.
Contact Information
To exercise your rights or ask questions or comment about this Policy or our privacy practices, contact us at:
Ascend Consulting DC LLC 4000 Legato Rd., Ste. 1100 PMB 6025 Fairfax, Virginia 22033
Email: info@ascendconsultingdc.com