US 1 Industries, Inc. is an investment company that develops, incubates and maintains a series of independent trucking businesses nationwide.
Primarily a non-asset based service provider, we offer a diverse range of logistics and trucking services to small business owners, including financial backing, risk management, information technology and more.
Our mission is simple. We aim to help business owners achieve their dreams of building a successful company where they earn more and sacrifice less. You may not have the resources at your finger tips to take your business to the top, and that's where US 1 Industries comes in. When you need reliable backing from a responsible company that specializes in all aspects of logistics and trucking, let us give you wings so you can soar.
For us, there is no motive. If our partners don't succeed, neither do we. Therefore, not only can you trust that our resources are the very best, but you can be assured that you'll be working together with a company that takes your business plan seriously and will work hard alongside you to tackle challenges and find solutions. We understand you're in the market to get results and we want you to reach and achieve it. At US 1 Industries, you're in control of your destiny.
US 1 Industries has played a vital role in the success of our company. We truly value the relationship that has been built between our two companies.
US 1 Industries has played a vital role in the success of our company. We truly value the relationship that has been built between our two companies.
US 1 Industries strikes a perfect balance between effectiveness and efficiency in their approach to the transportation industry.
US 1 Industries strikes a perfect balance between effectiveness and efficiency in their approach to the transportation industry.
Since 2005, we have recognized the value US 1 Industries brings to our company. We consider them a valued member of our team and consult with them often.
Since 2005, we have recognized the value US 1 Industries brings to our company. We consider them a valued member of our team and consult with them often.
A. Applicability
US1 Industries, Inc., along with its directors, officers and employees and its subsidiaries and their directors, officers and employees (collectively, "US 1 "), is committed to conducting business in an honest and ethical manner. This commitment is applicable to everyone.
B. Commitment
US 1 will honor this commitment to honest and ethical conduct by conducting itself as a good corporate citizen; by complying with all laws, rules and regulations applicable to it and the conduct of its business; by handling actual or apparent conflicts of interest in an ethical manner; by full and accurate disclosure in required periodic filings; and by prompt internal reporting of Code violations to the appropriate persons identified in the Code.
All directors, officers and employees of US 1 are expected to understand, respect and comply with all laws, rules and regulations affecting US 1 's operations that apply to them in their position with US 1.
A. Conflicts of Interest Prohibited
All directors, officers and employees of US 1 shall act and perform their duties ethically and honestly and shall avoid any actions or interest that conflict or gives the appearance of a conflict with US 1 's interests. A conflict of interest occurs when an individual's personal interest interferes in any way, or appears to interfere, with the interests of US 1 as a whole. Situations that might raise a conflict of interest issue include, but are not limited to, using corporate opportunities for personal betterment; accepting gifts and/or loans; accepting outside employment; or a family member becoming involved in any of these situations.
B. Reporting of Actual or Potential Conflicts of Interest
All potential and/or actual conflicts of interest or transactions or relationships that could reasonably be expected to give rise to a conflict of interest must be promptly communicated to their supervisor, or superiors of US 1, Chief Financial Officer or Compliance Officer. Individuals should take care to report conflicts to a person who they believe is not involved in the matter giving rise to the conflict.
Directors, officers and employees of US 1 may not take for their personal use business opportunities that properly belong to US 1 or are discovered through the use of US 1 's corporate property, information or position; may not use corporate property, information or position for personal gain; and may not compete with US 1. Directors, officers and employees have a duty to US 1 to advance its legitimate business interests when the opportunity arises.
Directors, officers and employees of US 1 may not disclose confidential or proprietary information entrusted to them by US 1 to persons outside the company. This policy applies to all of US 1 's confidential information existing in all forms and formats, including, but not limited to, hard copies and electronically stored information. Information may be disclosed when such disclosure is specifically required by laws, regulations or legal proceedings, or when such disclosure is specifically authorized. The obligation to protect confidential information does not end when an employee, officer or director leaves US 1. Any questions about whether information is confidential should be directed to US 1 's Compliance Officer.
A. Reporting Procedures
Employees, officers and directors who suspect of or know of violations of this Code or illegal or unethical business or workplace conduct by employees, officers, or directors of US 1 have an obligation to promptly contact either their supervisor or superiors of US 1, Chief Financial Officer or Compliance Officer. If the individual is to whom such information is conveyed are not responsive, or if there is reason to believe that reporting to such individuals is inappropriate in particular cases, the employee, officer or director should report the information to an executive officer of US 1. If the employee, officer or director is still not satisfied with the response, they should contact the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors via the following anonymous hotline 800-398-1496 or fax to 215-689-3885. Your communications will be kept confidential, all reports will be investigated, and if appropriate, remedied, and if legally required, immediately reported to the proper governmental authority.
B. Non-Retaliation
US 1 prohibits retaliation of any kind against individuals who have made good faith reports or complaints of violation of this Code or other known or suspected illegal or unethical conduct.
C. Company Response to Improper Conduct
This Code will be enforced on a uniform basis for everyone, without regard to an individual's position within US 1. If an individual is suspected of violating the law or the Code, US 1 will allow that individual reasonable opportunity to explain his or her actions. If it is determined that an individual has violated the Code, he or she will be subject to disciplinary action, along with supervisors or managers who failed to properly oversee an individual's conduct.
US 1 's success depends on building productive relationships with one another and with third parties based on honesty and fair dealing. Every individual should endeavor to deal fairly with agents, drivers, employees, customers and other individuals. No individual should take unfair advantage of anyone through manipulation, concealment, abuse of privileged information, misrepresentation of material facts or other unfair practices.
US 1 's books, records, accounts and financial statements should be maintained in reasonable detail, appropriately reflect US 1 's transactions and confirm to applicable legal requirements. Records should be retained or destroyed according to US 1 's record retention policies.
All of US 1 's assets should be used for legitimate business purposes. US 1 's assets include intellectual property such as trademarks, business and marketing plans, salary information, software computer programs and any unpublished financial data and reports. Unauthorized use or distribution of this information is a violation of US 1 's company policy.
The principles and responsibilities set forth in the Code are important to US 1 and must be taken seriously. Each employee, officer or director has a duty to ensure that his or her actions adhere to the requirements of the Code. Any violations of the code may result in disciplinary action, including termination of employment with US 1, and if warranted, legal proceedings against the violating party
The Code may be amended or modified by the Board of Directors at any time. Waivers of the Code for Directors or executive officers may be granted only by the Board of Directors. The Code does not in any way constitute an employment contract or an assurance of continued employment.
The Compliance Officer shall be designated as such by the Board of Directors. Correspondence to the Compliance Director may be sent to their attention at the corporate offices of US 1, 336 West U.S. 30, Suite 201, Valparaiso, Indiana 46385.
