Say
what I mean and to stand for what is right.
Be
honest and trustworthy in all of my activities, relationships and communications.
Foster
an atmosphere in which fair practices extend to every member of my community.
To ensure that I treat others with dignity and respect, appreciating
the diversity and uniqueness of all members.
Strive
to create a safe and supportive workplace, promote healthy lifestyles,
foster and encourage personal development, and protect the environment
and all living things.
Through
leadership at all levels, sustain a culture where ethical conduct is
recognized, valued and exemplified by all members.
Understand
and obey the applicable laws and regulations governing my conduct in
all jurisdictions.
IN
ADDITION
AS AN OFFICER AND DIRECTOR
I
SHALL ...
Maintain
complete and accurate records. Transactions between me, my associates,
and outside individuals and organizations will be promptly and accurately
recorded in accordance with generally accepted accounting practices
and principles. Under no circumstances will I permit or tolerate the
willful misrepresentation of facts or the falsifying of records. I expect
that such behavior will result in an immediate disciplinary action,
including possiblle termination.
Assure
that all disclosures made in all periodic reports, documents and other
public communications are full, fair, accurate, timely, and understandable.
This requires operating in an environment of open communication, while
not compromising proprietary and confidentiality concerns.
Promote
open communication concerning operations, reporting and internal controls.
All concerns regarding questionable accounting and business matters
shall be immediately referred to Counsel for investigation. I shall
review and evaluate the effectiveness of disclosure, and internal control
policies and procedures, report any material weakness, make any other
appropriate disclosures, and immediately take corrective action, and
implement new polices or procedures as needed.