GIA One of World's Most Ethical Companies
March 07, 13
(IDEX Online News) – International think tank The Ethisphere Institute has named GIA (Gemological Institute of America) as one of the 2013 World's Most Ethical Companies. The designation recognizes GIA's efforts to build and maintain a superior ethics and compliance program, which is part of the organization’s mission to ensure the public trust in gems and jewelry.
"As a public benefit organization, we strive to apply the strictest ethical standards each day and to adhere to our core principles in serving the public interest in every country and city where we operate,” said GIA president and CEO Donna Baker.
“We're honored that the Ethisphere Institute has recognized GIA, the only organization of its kind to receive this designation, as one of the most ethical companies in the world."
To be included in the annual list, organizations must demonstrate an active role in promoting ethical business practices internally and exceeding legal compliance standards.
Other companies on the list of 145 businesses include eBay, Microsoft and PepsiCo.
The Ethisphere Institute is a global think-tank dedicated to promoting best practices in business ethics, corporate social responsibility, anti-corruption and sustainability.