RPM, as a company, is guided by the belief that what benefits our associates and our customers also benefits our stockholders. Promoting good governance practices is our commitment to balance the interests of these important groups, fairly and ethically, while also being a responsible corporate citizen for our stakeholders throughout the global community. We refer to our Code of Conduct as The Values & Expectations of 168. The number 168 represents the number of hours in a week, but more than that, it exemplifies our commitment to ethical business conduct and always using the gifts of life and the limited time we have to do the right things, the right way, for the right reasons. The Values & Expectations of 168 not only outlines our core principles of integrity, commitment, responsible entrepreneurship and moral courage, it represents a choice we make daily — to hold ourselves accountable. Living The Values & Expectations of 168 is how we truly create long-term value for our stakeholders. Be open and honest. Accurately and openly disclose information in business transactions. Deception and retaliation have no place at RPM and will not be tolerated. Follow the law, our policies and procedures. Safeguard our companies’ property, assets and interests, and ensure our focus is on the collective goals of stockholders, associates, customers, consumers and communities. Search for innovative ways to compete and win in the markets we serve.