Conflicts of Interest

The Company’s business decisions are guided by what best serves the Company, its customers, and its long-term reputation. You uphold the Company’s standing as a fair and honest business partner by remaining objective and principled in all business interactions. A conflict of interest arises when personal interests—or those of close family or friends—could influence, or appear to influence, our ability to make impartial decisions that align with the Company’s best interests. Even the perception of divided loyalty can undermine trust and credibility.

You are expected to avoid situations that could compromise your objectivity. This includes disclosing the holding of significant financial interests or positions in companies that do business with or compete with the Company and never using your role to seek personal gain or special treatment for ourselves or others. You are responsible for disclosing any actual, potential, or perceived conflicts of interest—both at the time of hire and throughout your employment. The Company is committed to working with you to address and resolve such matters in a way that protects both the individual and the Company.

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What are considered conflicts of interest? Conflicts of interest include significant financial investments in companies that do business with or compete with the Company, the ability to influence employment decisions of a family member or close friend, employment outside the Company that parallels or competes with Company job duties, and using the Company’s brand, resources, or job position to advance any civic or political interests.