Code of Ethics 

We demonstrate personal integrity and the courage of our convictions by doing what we think is right even when there is great pressure to do otherwise; we are principled, honorable and upright; we will fight for their beliefs. We will not sacrifice principle for expediency, be hypocritical, or unscrupulous.

We are worthy of trust. We are candid and forthcoming in supplying relevant information and correcting misapprehensions of fact, and we make every reasonable effort to fulfill the letter and spirit of their promises and commitments. We do not interpret agreements in an unreasonably technical or legalistic manner in order to rationalize non-compliance or create justifications for escaping their commitments.

We are worthy of trust, demonstrate fidelity and loyalty to persons and institutions by friendship in adversity, support and devotion to duty; we do not use or disclose information learned in confidence for personal advantage. We safeguard the ability to make independent professional judgments by scrupulously avoiding undue influences and conflicts of interest. We are loyal to our companies and colleagues and if we decide to accept other employment, we provide reasonable notice, respect the proprietary information of our former employer, and refuse to engage in any activities that take undue advantage of our previous positions.

We are fair and just in all dealings; we do not exercise power arbitrarily, and do not use overreaching nor indecent means to gain or maintain any advantage nor take undue advantage of another’s mistakes or difficulties. Fair persons manifest a commitment to justice, the equal treatment of individuals, tolerance for and acceptance of diversity, we are open-minded; we are willing to admit we are wrong and, where appropriate, change our positions and beliefs.

We demonstrate respect for the human dignity, autonomy, privacy, rights, and interests of all those who have a stake in their decisions; we are courteous and treat all people with equal respect and dignity regardless of sex, race or national origin.

We abide by laws, rules and regulations relating to our business activities.

We are conscious of the responsibilities and opportunities of our position of leadership and seek to be positive ethical role models by our own conduct and by helping to create an environment in which principled reasoning and ethical decision making are highly prized.

We seek to protect and build the company’s good reputation and the morale of its employees by engaging in no conduct that might undermine respect and by taking whatever actions are necessary to correct or prevent inappropriate conduct of others.

We take responsibility for ensuring every voice is heard and represented in our organization. Everyone is entitled to a seat at the table.

We are mindful of barriers to support that affect minority populations. We are dedicated to eliminating any barriers to recovery in our greater community.

We acknowledge and accept personal accountability for the ethical quality of our decisions and omissions to ourselves, our colleagues, companies, and communities.