Privacy Policy
Horton International assists organisations with managing talent, both on a corporate and individual basis.
Horton International is committed to ensuring that your privacy is protected. Should we ask you to provide certain information by which you can be identified when using this website, then you can be assured that it will only be used in accordance with this privacy statement.
Horton International may change this policy from time to time by updating this page. You should check this page from time to time to ensure that you are happy with any changes. This policy is effective from May 2016.
What we collect
We may collect the following information:
- name and job title
- contact information including email address
- demographic information such as postcode, preferences and interests
- other information relevant to customer surveys and/or offers
What we do with the information we gather
We require this information to understand your needs and provide you with a better service, and in particular for the following reasons:
- Internal record keeping.
- We may use the information to improve our products and services.
- We may periodically send promotional email about new products, special offers or other information which we think you may find interesting using the email address which you have provided.
- From time to time, we may also use your information to contact you for market research purposes. We may contact you by email, phone, fax or mail. We may use the information to customise the website according to your interests.
Security
We are committed to ensuring that your information is secure. In order to prevent unauthorised access or disclosure we have put in place suitable physical, electronic and managerial procedures to safeguard and secure the information we collect online.
HORTON INTERNATIONAL COOKIE POLICY
Last Updated: August 6, 2025
1. Introduction
At Horton International (“we”, “us”, “our”), we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies on our website (collectively, the “Site”).
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device or browser when you visit a website. They help the site recognize your device, store your preferences, and provide a better user experience.
As a global executive search firm, we use cookies to understand which services and industry insights are most relevant to senior executives and business leaders who visit our site.
3. Categories of Cookies We Use
We use the following types of cookies on our Site:
| Category | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary Cookies | Enable core functionality (security, load balancing, session management). Cannot be disabled. | Session (deleted on close) |
| Performance & Analytics | Collect anonymous information about site visits and usage (pages viewed, time spent). Help us improve Site performance and user experience. | Persistent (up to 2 years) |
| Functional Cookies | Remember preferences (language, region, cookie settings) and provide enhanced functionality. | Persistent (up to 1 year) |
| Targeting & Marketing | Track browsing across sites to deliver relevant advertising and measure campaign performance. | Persistent (up to 2 years) |
Legal Basis: We process cookie data based on your consent (for non-essential cookies) and our legitimate interests in operating and improving our website.
Data Retention: Cookie data is retained for the periods specified above or until consent is withdrawn, whichever is earlier.
4. Third-Party Cookies
We work with trusted partners who may place cookies on our Site to provide analytics and marketing services. These include:
- Google Analytics: Analytics service to understand visitor behavior and Site performance.
- Opt-out: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
- Zymplify: Marketing automation for email communications and lead tracking based on pages you visit about our executive search and consulting services.
- Opt-out: Manage preferences via our Cookie Preference Center.
- Advertising Networks (Google Ads, LinkedIn): Enable retargeting and professional advertising based on your interests.
- Opt-out: Digital Advertising Alliance, DAA Canada, European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance, Network Advertising Initiative.
5. How to Manage Your Cookie Preferences
You can manage or withdraw your consent at any time by:
- Clicking the “Cookie Preferences” link in our Site footer or cookie banner.
- Adjusting your browser settings (see “Help” or “Internet Options”).
- Clearing cookies from your browser (note: this may affect Site functionality).
6. Consequences of Opting Out
Please note that disabling certain cookies may limit your ability to access or use parts of the Site and degrade your user experience. You will still be able to:
- View our main service information.
- Contact our consultants directly.
- Access thought leadership content.
- Submit inquiries about our services.
7. Data Protection & Security
All cookie data is processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data. Our partners must adhere to similar security and privacy standards.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. The updated date will appear at the top. Significant changes will be communicated via our Site or email.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about this policy, please contact us at:
Horton International
Email: contactus@hortoninternational.com
Links to other websites
Our website may contain links to other websites of interest. However, once you have used these links to leave our site, you should note that we do not have any control over that other website. Therefore, we cannot be responsible for the protection and privacy of any information which you provide whilst visiting such sites and such sites are not governed by this privacy statement. You should exercise caution and look at the privacy statement applicable to the website in question.
Controlling your personal information
You may choose to restrict the collection or use of your personal information in the following ways:
- whenever you are asked to fill in a form on the website, look for the box that you can click to indicate that you do not want the information to be used by anybody for direct marketing purposes
- if you have previously agreed to us using your personal information for direct marketing purposes, you may change your mind at any time by writing to or emailing us.
We will not sell, distribute or lease your personal information to third parties unless we have your permission or are required by law to do so. We may use your personal information to send you promotional information about third parties which we think you may find interesting if you tell us that you wish this to happen.
You may request details of personal information which we hold about you under the Data Protection Act 1998. A small fee will be payable. If you would like a copy of the information held on you please write to us.
If you believe that any information we are holding on you is incorrect or incomplete, please write to or email us as soon as possible, at the above address. We will promptly correct any information found to be incorrect.
