Corporate Ethics & Business Integrity

At Partners Inc., integrity is fundamental to the way we conduct business, serve our clients, support our employees and applicants, engage with business partners, and represent our organization in the communities in which we operate.

We believe that long term success is built not only upon the quality of the services we provide, but also upon the trust we earn through responsible decision making, ethical business practices, transparency, respect, accountability, and a consistent commitment to doing what is right.

Our Corporate Ethics & Business Integrity principles reflect the standards that guide Partners Inc. as an organization. They express our commitment to conducting business responsibly and professionally while maintaining the confidence of our clients, employees, applicants, vendors, business partners, and other stakeholders.

These principles are intended to communicate our organizational values and our approach to responsible business conduct. They complement our internal policies, procedures, contractual obligations, and applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

Our Commitment to Integrity

Partners Inc. is committed to conducting business honestly, fairly, responsibly, and in accordance with applicable laws and professional standards.

We strive to make decisions that reflect sound judgment, ethical leadership, and respect for the individuals and organizations with whom we interact.

Integrity means more than simply complying with legal requirements. It means conducting ourselves in a manner that earns trust, protects our reputation, supports our clients, respects our employees and applicants, and reflects the standards of professionalism expected of Partners Inc.

We seek to foster a culture in which ethical considerations are incorporated into everyday business decisions and in which individuals are encouraged to raise questions or concerns when something does not appear consistent with our values.

Our Core Values

The principles below serve as the foundation of our approach to business.

Integrity

We seek to act honestly and responsibly in our communications, business relationships, and decision making.

We believe that credibility is earned through consistency between what we say and what we do.

Professionalism

We strive to maintain high standards of professionalism in every interaction.

Whether working with a client, assisting an applicant, supporting an employee, engaging with a vendor, or representing Partners Inc. in the community, we believe professionalism requires preparation, respect, discretion, reliability, and attention to detail.

Respect

We believe every individual should be treated with dignity, courtesy, fairness, and respect.

We value different backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and contributions, and we seek to foster an environment in which individuals are treated professionally and without unlawful discrimination or harassment.

Accountability

We believe organizations earn trust by accepting responsibility for their actions and decisions.

Partners Inc. seeks to maintain appropriate governance, oversight, and internal processes that support responsible business conduct and organizational accountability.

Excellence

We are committed to delivering high quality service and continuously improving the way we operate.

Excellence includes responsiveness, reliability, attention to detail, thoughtful problem solving, and a commitment to meeting the legitimate expectations of our clients and stakeholders.

Service

Service is central to our business.

We seek to understand the needs of the individuals and organizations we serve and to provide thoughtful, responsive, and professional solutions that reflect the standards associated with the Partners Inc. name.

Ethical Business Practices

Partners Inc. is committed to conducting business fairly and in good faith.

We strive to compete based upon the quality of our services, the professionalism of our people, the strength of our relationships, and the value we provide to our clients.

We do not support business practices involving fraud, bribery, corruption, kickbacks, deceptive conduct, falsification, improper influence, misrepresentation, or other unethical behavior.

Our business decisions are intended to reflect legitimate business considerations and responsible professional judgment.

We expect our relationships with clients, vendors, contractors, consultants, and other business partners to be conducted in a manner consistent with applicable law and appropriate ethical standards.

Compliance With Laws and Regulations

Partners Inc. is committed to conducting its operations in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

Depending upon the nature of our business activities, these requirements may include laws and regulations relating to employment and labor practices, equal employment opportunity, wage and hour requirements, workplace safety, privacy and data protection, consumer protection, anti discrimination and anti harassment protections, immigration and employment eligibility, taxation, financial reporting, intellectual property, accessibility, anti bribery and anti corruption, recordkeeping, and other requirements applicable to our operations.

Legal and regulatory requirements evolve over time. Partners Inc. seeks to review and update its policies and practices as appropriate to address changes in applicable law, business operations, technology, and industry standards.

Respect for People

Partners Inc. believes that respectful treatment of people is fundamental to responsible business.

We seek to create professional environments in which individuals are treated with dignity and where differences in background, experience, perspective, and identity are respected.

We are committed to principles of equal opportunity and fair treatment and do not support unlawful discrimination, harassment, retaliation, intimidation, or other conduct inconsistent with a respectful professional environment.

Our commitment applies to interactions with employees, applicants, clients, vendors, contractors, business partners, and members of the public.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Partners Inc. supports equal employment opportunity and seeks to make employment related decisions based upon legitimate business considerations, qualifications, experience, performance, and applicable legal requirements.

We are committed to complying with applicable federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws.

We also recognize that creating meaningful opportunities requires more than compliance alone. We seek to foster a workplace culture in which qualified individuals have the opportunity to contribute, develop, and succeed.

Diversity and Inclusion

Partners Inc. values diversity of experience, thought, background, and perspective.

We believe diverse organizations are better positioned to understand the needs of clients, solve complex problems, serve diverse communities, and adapt to changing environments.

Our commitment to inclusion reflects our broader belief that individuals should be respected for their contributions and provided an opportunity to succeed based upon their abilities and qualifications.

Client Relationships

The trust of our clients is among our most important responsibilities.

Partners Inc. seeks to build long term client relationships through professionalism, discretion, responsiveness, reliability, and ethical business practices.

We understand that clients may entrust us with sensitive business information, operational responsibilities, confidential communications, workplace access, and important service obligations.

We seek to honor that trust by maintaining appropriate standards of confidentiality, information security, professional conduct, and accountability.

We also strive to communicate accurately regarding our services, capabilities, experience, and commitments.

Confidentiality and Discretion

Confidentiality is particularly important in staffing, hospitality, concierge, workforce support, and corporate service environments.

Partners Inc. recognizes that we may encounter confidential or sensitive information relating to clients, employees, applicants, vendors, business partners, operations, facilities, executives, events, business strategies, personnel matters, or other nonpublic activities.

We are committed to handling such information responsibly and limiting its use and disclosure to legitimate business purposes, contractual requirements, or circumstances permitted or required by law.

We view discretion as both a professional responsibility and an essential component of the trust our clients place in us.

Privacy and Data Protection

Partners Inc. respects the privacy of individuals whose personal information we collect or process.

We seek to collect, use, maintain, disclose, and retain personal information responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws and legitimate business purposes.

Our privacy practices are further described in the Privacy Policy, Applicant Privacy Notice, California Consumer Privacy Notice, Cookie Notice, and other privacy related materials available on our website.

We also maintain administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal and confidential information against unauthorized access, use, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

Information Security

Partners Inc. recognizes that cybersecurity and information protection are essential components of responsible business operations.

We maintain an information security program designed to support the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information entrusted to us.

Our approach may include access controls, authentication measures, employee awareness, technology safeguards, incident response procedures, vendor oversight, data protection practices, and ongoing review of security risks.

Additional information regarding our approach to information security is available through our Information Security page.

Conflicts of Interest

Partners Inc. believes business decisions should be made objectively and in the best interests of the organization and its legitimate stakeholders.

We seek to identify, disclose, manage, and appropriately address conflicts of interest that could improperly influence business judgment or create the appearance of inappropriate influence.

Potential conflicts may arise in many forms, including personal financial interests, outside business relationships, family relationships, gifts, entertainment, investments, or other circumstances that could interfere with objective decision making.

Partners Inc. maintains internal processes intended to address such matters appropriately.

Gifts, Entertainment, and Business Courtesies

Reasonable business courtesies may be appropriate in certain professional relationships, but they should never compromise or appear to compromise independent business judgment.

Partners Inc. does not support gifts, payments, entertainment, favors, or other benefits intended to improperly influence a business decision, secure an inappropriate advantage, or circumvent legal or ethical obligations.

Business courtesies should always be appropriate to the circumstances and consistent with applicable law, contractual requirements, and internal policies.

Anti Bribery and Anti Corruption

Partners Inc. maintains a commitment to lawful and ethical business conduct and does not tolerate bribery or corruption.

We do not support offering, providing, requesting, receiving, or authorizing anything of value for the purpose of improperly influencing a business or governmental decision.

This principle applies to relationships with private organizations, public entities, vendors, clients, contractors, consultants, and other third parties.

Fair Competition

Partners Inc. believes in fair and responsible competition.

We seek to compete based upon service quality, experience, professionalism, innovation, reputation, and value.

We do not support improper agreements or practices intended to unlawfully restrict competition, manipulate markets, misrepresent competitors, or interfere with legitimate business activity.

Responsible Marketing and Communications

Partners Inc. seeks to communicate about our organization, services, opportunities, and capabilities accurately and professionally.

We strive to avoid misleading, deceptive, or materially inaccurate representations in advertising, marketing, recruiting, public communications, and business development activities.

Our brand and reputation are valuable assets, and we believe they should be represented with professionalism, accuracy, and consistency.

Responsible Recruiting and Hiring

Partners Inc. recognizes that applicants place significant trust in organizations when pursuing employment opportunities.

We seek to maintain professional recruiting and hiring practices that respect applicant privacy, promote fair consideration, provide accurate information regarding opportunities, and comply with applicable employment laws.

Partners Inc. does not charge applicants fees merely for submitting an employment application or participating in legitimate recruiting activities conducted directly by Partners Inc.

We encourage applicants to remain alert to fraudulent recruiting communications and employment scams and to verify questionable communications directly with our organization.

Human Rights and Responsible Labor Practices

Partners Inc. supports the dignity and fundamental rights of individuals.

We oppose forced labor, human trafficking, unlawful child labor, exploitation, modern slavery, and other abusive labor practices.

We seek to conduct business responsibly and encourage the organizations with which we work to maintain appropriate ethical and labor standards.

Our commitment reflects our belief that responsible business practices should respect both the individuals who perform work and the communities in which businesses operate.

Workplace Health and Safety

Partners Inc. recognizes the importance of safe and professional working environments.

We seek to comply with applicable occupational health and safety requirements and to promote practices designed to protect employees, clients, visitors, and other individuals who may interact with our operations.

We encourage the prompt identification and appropriate response to unsafe conditions or practices.

Responsible Vendor and Business Partner Relationships

Partners Inc. works with vendors, service providers, contractors, consultants, and other business partners to support our operations and serve our clients.

We seek to engage organizations that demonstrate professionalism, reliability, integrity, and responsible business practices.

Where appropriate, Partners Inc. may consider factors such as legal compliance, confidentiality, privacy, information security, labor practices, financial responsibility, business continuity, and ethical conduct when evaluating business relationships.

We expect our partners to respect applicable laws and contractual obligations associated with the services they provide.

Protection of Company and Client Assets

Partners Inc. recognizes the importance of protecting physical, financial, technological, informational, and intellectual property assets.

We seek to use organizational resources responsibly and to protect property and information entrusted to us by clients and other stakeholders.

This commitment extends to confidential information, technology systems, proprietary materials, intellectual property, equipment, facilities, financial resources, and other assets.

Accurate Records and Responsible Governance

Reliable records are essential to effective business operations, regulatory compliance, financial accountability, and sound corporate governance.

Partners Inc. seeks to maintain business records that are accurate, complete, and appropriate to their intended purpose.

We also seek to maintain reasonable internal controls and governance processes designed to support responsible decision making, accountability, and compliance.

Environmental Responsibility

Partners Inc. recognizes the importance of responsible stewardship of resources.

Where practical and appropriate to our operations, we seek opportunities to reduce unnecessary waste, conserve resources, use technology efficiently, and support environmentally responsible business practices.

Our approach is guided by the needs of our clients, the nature of our operations, applicable legal requirements, and opportunities to improve efficiency and sustainability.

Community Responsibility

We believe responsible companies should contribute positively to the communities in which they operate.

Partners Inc. values relationships with educational institutions, nonprofit organizations, community organizations, workforce development initiatives, and other entities working to expand opportunity and strengthen communities.

Our community engagement reflects our broader commitment to service, opportunity, professional development, and responsible corporate citizenship.

Ethical Use of Technology

Technology continues to transform the way organizations recruit, communicate, analyze information, and deliver services.

Partners Inc. seeks to use technology responsibly and in a manner consistent with applicable law, privacy expectations, information security requirements, and our commitment to fair and ethical business practices.

When technology supports business decisions involving individuals, we believe appropriate human judgment, oversight, and accountability remain important.

Speaking Up and Raising Concerns

Partners Inc. believes that responsible organizations should provide avenues for individuals to raise legitimate concerns.

We encourage employees, applicants, clients, vendors, business partners, and other stakeholders to communicate concerns regarding suspected unethical, unlawful, fraudulent, discriminatory, unsafe, or otherwise inappropriate conduct associated with Partners Inc.

Concerns may include matters involving fraud or financial misconduct, bribery or corruption, discrimination or harassment, retaliation, privacy or information security, conflicts of interest, workplace safety, misuse of confidential information, unethical business practices, or violations of applicable law.

Concerns raised in good faith should be treated seriously and reviewed appropriately.

Partners Inc. does not support retaliation against individuals who, in good faith, raise legitimate concerns, request guidance, or cooperate with an appropriate review or investigation.

Leadership and Accountability

Ethical culture begins with leadership.

Partners Inc. believes that organizational leaders have a responsibility to model integrity, professionalism, respect, sound judgment, and accountability.

Leadership is also responsible for promoting an environment in which ethical concerns can be raised and evaluated appropriately.

Our commitment to business integrity is intended to extend throughout the organization and to be reflected in the decisions we make, the clients we serve, the people we employ, and the relationships we build.

Continuous Improvement

Corporate ethics and responsible governance are ongoing commitments.

Business conditions, technology, regulatory requirements, and stakeholder expectations continue to evolve. Partners Inc. therefore seeks to periodically review its policies, procedures, compliance practices, governance processes, and business standards.

Where appropriate, we may revise our practices to address emerging risks, regulatory developments, operational changes, and recognized industry standards.

Our Commitment to Trust

Partners Inc. understands that trust must be earned continuously.

Clients trust us to represent their organizations professionally. Applicants trust us with personal information and career opportunities. Employees trust us to operate responsibly. Vendors and business partners trust us to honor our commitments. Communities expect organizations to conduct themselves responsibly.

We take these responsibilities seriously.

Our commitment to corporate ethics and business integrity reflects who we strive to be as an organization: professional, accountable, respectful, responsible, and worthy of the trust placed in us.

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Partners Inc. is committed to maintaining high standards of integrity, professionalism, ethical leadership, and responsible business conduct in every aspect of our operations.