LHM Code of Conduct | Page 20

14 Section 3 : Our Relationship with the Company
We adhere to press and media request policies .
It is important for us to speak about the Company with one consistent voice . Employees may not make a public statement on the Company ’ s behalf unless the individual has been designated as a spokesperson .
To ensure proper handling , refer outside inquiries to the appropriate department or personnel .
• Refer all inquiries from regulatory agencies to the Legal Department
• Refer all inquiries from the media related to the Company ’ s financial or business information or about the Miller family to the Director of Communications at Larry H . Miller Management Corporation
• Refer all inquiries about current or former employees to your Human Resources / People & Culture Representative
• Refer all general media inquires to your Communications Department
Media contacts can be found at www . lhm . com / news
Social media
We recognize that social media plays an important role in how people communicate and interact in society today . When using social media and networking , we will protect confidential information and use good judgment .
Here are some basic rules to follow :
• If you identify yourself as a Company employee , do make it clear that the views expressed are yours alone and not the view of the Company
• Do not post or discuss proprietary information or trade secrets
• Do not disclose nonpublic information regarding the Company
• Do use common sense and be honest , accurate , and ethical at all times
• Do remember the Company ’ s harassment policies apply to your conduct online
• The following types of speech are prohibited : hate speech of any kind ; speech that creates a hostile work environment ; threats to employee health or safety ; speech that defames or disparages co-workers , the company ’ s clients , customers , vendors , or competitors
• If you comment on any of the Company ’ s products or services , do ensure your comments reflect your honest beliefs , identify yourself as a company employee , and state that the views expressed are yours alone and do not necessarily reflect the view of the Company