Say what we mean and stand for what is right. Our word is our essence.

Be honest and trustworthy in all of our activities, relationships and communications.

Foster an atmosphere in which fair practices extend to every member of our community, and we pledge to ensure that we 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 safety and security of consumers and the environment.

Through leadership at all levels, sustain a culture where ethical and caring conduct is recognized, valued and exemplified by all members.

Understand and obey the applicable laws and regulations governing our conduct in all jurisdictions.

In addition, our management shall...

Maintain complete and accurate records. Transactions between us, our 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 we permit or tolerate the willful misrepresentation of facts or the falsifying of records. We expect that such behavior will result in an immediate disciplinary action, including possible termination.

Assure that all disclosures made in all periodic reports, documents and other public communications are fully transparent, fair, accurate, timely, and understandable. This requires operating in an environment of open communication, transparency and full disclosure 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. We 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. -- See Acknowledgements. See Disclaimer.