Legal & Compliance

Privacy Policy, Terms of Service, and SBA Compliance disclosures for the Entrepreneur Ecosystem platform.

Last updated: May 1, 2026  ·  Operated by AmPac Business Capital

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Privacy

Privacy Policy

Information We Collect

When you use Entrepreneur Ecosystem, we collect information you provide directly — such as your name, email address, company name, and industry — as well as usage data generated through your interactions with our platform tools (Finance AI, Tech AI, Capital Navigator, Community Hub, and Resource Finder).

How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with trusted service providers who assist in operating the platform (such as Firebase/Google Cloud for data hosting), with AmPac Business Capital staff for loan consultation purposes, or as required by law.

California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

California residents have the right to know what personal information is collected, request deletion of personal information, and opt out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal data). To exercise these rights, contact us at info@ampac.com.

Geolocation Data: The Resource Finder tool may use your approximate location via the Nominatim/OpenStreetMap API to surface nearby resources. No precise location data is stored. You may decline this permission at any time.

Data Security

We use Firebase Authentication and Firestore with role-based access controls to protect your data. Community profile data is only accessible to authenticated platform members. Sensitive financial data submitted through our AI tools is not stored beyond the active session.

Data Retention

Account data is retained for the duration of your membership. You may request deletion of your account and associated data by contacting info@ampac.com. Backup copies may persist for up to 30 days.

Terms

Terms of Service

Acceptance

By accessing or using the Entrepreneur Ecosystem platform, you agree to these Terms of Service. If you do not agree, please discontinue use immediately.

Platform Use

Entrepreneur Ecosystem is provided as an educational and resource-access platform for small business owners. The AI tools (Finance AI, Tech AI) provide informational guidance only and do not constitute financial, legal, or investment advice.

Community Standards

The Community Hub is a professional space. Members agree not to post spam, promotional content unrelated to business development, discriminatory content, or any material that violates applicable laws.

Intellectual Property

Platform content, branding, and AI-generated guidance are the property of AmPac Business Capital or its licensors. Member-generated content (posts, comments) remains the property of the member, with a non-exclusive license granted to AmPac to display it within the platform.

Disclaimers & Limitation of Liability

The platform is provided "as is." AmPac Business Capital makes no warranties regarding accuracy, completeness, or fitness for a particular purpose of AI-generated guidance. Our liability is limited to the greater of $100 or fees paid in the prior 12 months.

Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate access for violations of these Terms. You may cancel your account at any time by contacting info@ampac.com.

SBA Compliance

SBA Compliance Disclosures

Important: AmPac Business Capital is an SBA Certified Development Company (CDC) licensed to originate SBA 504 and SBA 7(a) loans in California, Arizona, and Nevada. This platform is an educational tool and does not constitute a loan application or commitment to lend.

Equal Credit Opportunity

AmPac Business Capital is an Equal Opportunity Lender. We do not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, familial status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law.

SBA 504 Program Disclosure

SBA 504 loans are long-term, fixed-rate financing for major fixed assets (real estate, equipment). The CDC (AmPac) funds approximately 40% via a debenture, a bank funds approximately 50%, and the borrower contributes 10%+ equity. Job creation or retention requirements apply. Terms of 10, 20, or 25 years are available.

SBA 7(a) Program Disclosure

SBA 7(a) loans provide flexible financing for working capital, business acquisitions, and refinancing. Maximum loan amount is $5 million. Guaranty fees apply. Collateral and personal guarantee may be required.

No Guarantee of Approval

Loan readiness scores and recommendations generated by the Finance AI tool are informational only and do not constitute pre-approval, pre-qualification, or any commitment to lend. All loan applications are subject to full underwriting review and SBA program requirements.

Advertising & Referral Compliance

AmPac Business Capital does not pay referral fees in violation of SBA SOP 50 10 or RESPA. Capital Navigator listings are provided for informational purposes. AmPac is not responsible for terms or conditions offered by third-party lenders or grant programs listed on the platform.

Regulatory Authority

AmPac Business Capital is regulated by the U.S. Small Business Administration. Complaints regarding our SBA lending activities may be directed to the SBA Office of Credit Risk Management.

Cookies

Cookie Policy

Entrepreneur Ecosystem uses session storage (not persistent cookies) for functional purposes such as remembering your dismissed toolbar state. Firebase Authentication uses a secure session cookie to maintain your logged-in state.

We do not use third-party advertising cookies or tracking pixels. Analytics, if used, are aggregate and anonymized.

You may clear session data through your browser settings at any time without affecting your account.

Contact

Contact Us

For questions about this policy, data requests, or compliance concerns:

AmPac Business Capital
SBA Certified Development Company
Serving California, Arizona & Nevada