Privacy Policy

Illume Innovation Pty Ltd (ABN 77 698 534 057) ("Illume Ventures", "we", "us", or "our") operates the Future Frontier AI Pre-Accelerator program and the website illumeventures.com. We are committed to protecting your personal information and handling it responsibly in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).

This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use and disclose it, how we store and protect it, and your rights in relation to your personal information.

By using our website, submitting an Expression of Interest (EOI) form, or participating in our programs, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information that is reasonably necessary to operate the Future Frontier program and communicate with you. This includes:

1.1 Information You Provide Directly

• Name, email address, phone number, and LinkedIn profile URL
• Professional background, organisation, and role
• Details about your research, startup idea, or expression of interest
• Application responses submitted via our Airtable EOI forms
• Communication preferences and newsletter subscription consent (via Substack)
• Any other information you voluntarily provide when contacting us

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

• IP address, browser type, device type, and operating system
• Pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring URLs
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies used to analyse website usage

1.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from third-party platforms including Airtable (our EOI form provider) and Substack (our newsletter platform) when you interact with those services. We handle such information in accordance with this Policy.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use personal information for the following purposes:

• To assess and process applications and Expressions of Interest for the Future Frontier program
• To communicate with you about program updates, cohort announcements, and application outcomes
• To send our newsletter and ecosystem updates (only where you have subscribed or consented)
• To match founders with mentors, investors, and industry fellows within the program
• To comply with our legal and regulatory obligations
• To improve our website, programs, and services through analytics
• To respond to your enquiries and provide support

We will not use your personal information for any purpose that is not related to the above without your consent.

3. Disclosure of Your Information

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

3.1 Program Partners

We may share relevant application information with our delivery partners — including Monash AI Institute and its staff — for the purposes of program delivery, curriculum facilitation, and cohort coordination. All partners are bound by confidentiality obligations.

3.2 Service Providers

We use third-party service providers to help operate our programs and website, including:

• Airtable Inc. (United States) — for EOI and application form processing
• Substack Inc. (United States) — for newsletter delivery
• Hosting and analytics providers for website operation

These providers access personal information only as necessary to perform their functions and are contractually required to protect it. Some providers are located overseas (primarily in the United States); by submitting your information, you consent to this overseas disclosure.

3.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information where required by law, court order, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Illume Ventures, our participants, or others.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website (illumeventures.com) may use cookies and similar technologies to analyse traffic, improve user experience, and understand how visitors interact with our content. You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies; however, some parts of the website may not function as intended if you do so.

We do not use cookies for advertising or cross-site tracking purposes.

5. Data Storage and Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from unauthorised access, misuse, loss, or disclosure. These steps include:

• Storing data with reputable cloud service providers with industry-standard security controls
• Restricting access to personal information to authorised personnel only
• Using secure data transmission protocols (HTTPS) on our website

While we take these precautions, no data transmission over the internet is completely secure. We cannot guarantee the absolute security of information you transmit to us and you do so at your own risk.

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. When information is no longer required, we will securely delete or de-identify it.

6. Your Rights

Under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth), you have the following rights:

Access

You may request access to the personal information we hold about you. We will respond to requests within a reasonable timeframe and may charge a modest administrative fee for extensive requests.

Correction

If you believe information we hold is inaccurate, incomplete, or out of date, you may request that we correct it.

Opt-out

You may unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time using the unsubscribe link in any email, or by contacting us directly. You may also request that we stop using your information for direct communications.

Deletion

You may request deletion of your personal information in circumstances where we no longer have a lawful basis to retain it. Note that we may be required to retain certain information for legal or administrative purposes.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at contact@illumeventures.com.

7. Children's Privacy

Our programs and website are directed at professionals, researchers, and founders aged 18 years and over. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 18. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected information from a minor, we will delete it promptly.

8. Links to Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to external websites, including Airtable forms, Substack, LinkedIn, and partner organisation websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any external site you visit.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or services. We will post the updated Policy on our website with a revised effective date. Continued use of our website or services after the update constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.

For significant changes, we will make reasonable efforts to notify affected individuals directly (e.g., by email).

10. Complaints

If you believe we have breached the Australian Privacy Principles or otherwise mishandled your personal information, we encourage you to contact us first so we can address your concern. We will respond within 30 days.

If you are not satisfied with our response, you may lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC):

• Website: www.oaic.gov.au
• Phone: 1300 363 992
• Mail: GPO Box 5218, Sydney NSW 2001

11. Contact Us

For any questions, requests, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or our handling of your personal information, please contact:

Illume Ventures Pty Ltd
ABN 77 698 534 057
Victoria, Australia
Email: contact@illumeventures.com
Website: illumeventures.com

This Policy was last reviewed and updated on 11 June 2026.