Effective Date: May 15, 2024
Last Updated: July 23, 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how Lavia Partners/ Avidity Mergers (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website, LAVIAPARTNERS.COM (the “Site”). It is designed to comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable privacy laws.
By continuing to browse or use our Site, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy—unless you disable them via your browser or cookie settings.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help websites recognize your device and store information about your preferences or actions.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following categories of cookies:
A. Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for basic website functionality and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually set in response to your actions, such as setting your privacy preferences or filling in forms.
- Example: Session ID, security tokens
B. Analytics & Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
- Example: Google Analytics cookies (_ga, _gid)
- Purpose: To analyze traffic, identify usage patterns, and improve site performance
C. Functional Cookies
These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences.
- Example: Language preference, contact form autofill
D. Marketing/Tracking Cookies
We may use these cookies to track user behavior across websites to display relevant ads and content (used sparingly, if at all).
- Example: LinkedIn Insight Tag, Meta Pixel (if applicable)
3. Third-Party Cookies
We may allow selected third-party services (e.g., Google Analytics, LinkedIn) to set cookies on your device to provide analytics or embedded content.
These third parties may use cookies in accordance with their own privacy policies. We do not control these cookies, and you should review the respective policies of these providers.
4. How You Can Control Cookies
You can control or disable cookies in the following ways:
- Cookie Banner Settings: Use the cookie consent banner on our website to manage your preferences when you first visit.
- Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies. The method varies by browser. Visit your browser’s help section for instructions.
- Opt-Out Tools: You can opt out of certain tracking cookies using services like https://www.aboutads.info/choices or https://www.youronlinechoices.eu (EU residents).
Note: Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
5. Retention Period
Cookies are either:
- Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Stored until they expire or are deleted from your device
The retention period depends on the type of cookie and provider. For example, Google Analytics cookies may persist for up to 2 years unless manually cleared.
6. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact:
LAVIA PARTNERS – Attn: Compliance
privacy@laviapartners.com
+1.919.322.9651
PO Box 3122 Raleigh, NC 27622