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DPZ&Partners is made up of people who advise shareholders, entrepreneurs and investors around the world. While each individual in the company is unique, we all work toward a common mission and vision by adhering to shared values: being authentic, respecting others, open to change, acting honestly, and keeping our promises. We put these values into practice in our relationships with everyone who has an interest in how we conduct ourselves. This code of conduct is a useful reminder for us of the business responsibilities we share.

One of the truest sayings heard in the world is that "actions speak louder than words." Our code of conduct is effective when each of us at DPZ&Partners reads it, understands it, and behaves consistently. To facilitate this, DPZ&Partners has formed a committee composed of Partners in the firm to establish appropriate ethical and legal standards and to oversee compliance with the code of conduct, laws, regulations, and related policies and procedures. DPZ&Partners also assigned a Partner responsible for overseeing the day-to-day implementation of, and compliance with, ethical standards, including communication, training, and evaluation. Committees and managers have also been appointed in countries where DPZ&Partners operates worldwide.

The code of conduct applies to employees, managers and Partners worldwide; to members of the board of directors when acting on behalf of DPZ&Partners. Employees may not use suppliers, agents, consultants, brokers, distributors, or third parties to act against the law or DPZ&Partners' code of conduct. If congruity with the code conflicts with local law, employees should discuss this with DPZ&Partners' attorneys.

All references to DPZ&Partners in this document are understood to also refer to DPZ&Partners business units worldwide, as well as to joint ventures where DPZ&Partners has managerial responsibilities. References to functions such as legal, human resources, or titles such as CEO refer to business unit functions unless otherwise specified.