Speak Up
Your experience at Cox is important to us . If you see inappropriate conduct or behavior that is inconsistent with our values or company policies , or have a question and need guidance , you can :
• Connect with your human resources representative
• Call the ethics hotline at 877-329-0696 ( available 7 days a week , 365 days a year )
• Report it at CoxEthicsHotline . EthicsPoint . com
You can remain anonymous . If you choose to identify yourself , know that Cox prohibits retaliation against employees who report their concerns in good faith .
POSSIBLE ETHICS AND COMPLIANCE CONCERNS INCLUDE :
• Discrimination or harassment
• Workplace violence , threats or bullying
• Conflicts of interest
• Theft , fraud or bribery
• Falsification of reports or records
Know the Code
• Environmental or safety issues
• Inappropriate gifts or entertainment
• Accounting or financial issues
• Code or policy violations
• Retaliation
• Other threatening or concerning behavior
Your Choices Matter
Cox compliance officers oversee regulations , policies and procedures throughout our businesses and ensure we ’ re empowered to do the right thing — always . They share , in their own words , why ethics matter .
“ Ethics matter because , at the core , these are what organizations are built on . It ’ s about acting consistent with our values , asking questions and speaking up if you ’ re just not sure . That ’ s the behavior of employees who are committed to making us better every day .”
Amber Hall , chief compliance and privacy officer , Cox Communications
“ Ethics are the fuel that drives a company ’ s culture . Always try to do the right thing in the right way and you ’ ll be on the right path .”
Scott Hilsen , chief compliance and privacy officer , Cox Automotive
Our Code of Conduct provides clear guidance on our standards and what it means to do the right thing day in and day out . It is a living reminder of our long-held values and will guide us into the future .
That ’ s why every employee at every level in our organization is expected to read , understand and sign the 2022 Cox Code of Conduct .
Our success and our ability to live out our Purpose — to build a better future for the next generation — depend on our shared commitment to the highest ethical standards . Beginning in January , you will be asked to review and attest to the code . Thank you in advance for doing so .
“ Ethics have a big impact on the culture of Cox . Our employees are brand ambassadors , and we want them to have a great experience working here and then tell friends and family who might join us . We want our employees to like not only the people they work with but how they work as well .”
Luis Avila , chief compliance and privacy officer , Cox Enterprises
Visit the Ethics and Compliance Center on InSideCox . com to learn more about ethics at Cox . The center contains information about the ethics hotline , the Code of Conduct , FAQs , training materials and more .
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