VF Corporation Named One of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute for Third Consecutive Year
February 26 2019 - 6:30AM
Business Wire
Recognition honors companies for their critical
role to influence and drive positive change in the business
community and societies around the world
VF Corporation, a global leader in branded lifestyle apparel,
footwear and accessories, has been recognized as one of the 2019
World’s Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute, a
global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical
business practices. This is VF’s third consecutive year to receive
the distinction.
“We’re proud to once again be recognized as one of the world’s
most ethical companies,” said Steve Rendle, VF’s Chairman,
President and CEO. “As a purpose-led company, we take deliberate
actions to embed high ethical, social and environmental standards
throughout all aspects of our business. This recognition is a
testament to the commitment of VF associates across our global
enterprise to work with integrity and lead by example.”
As one of two apparel companies to make the list, VF was among
128 honorees to be recognized spanning 21 countries and 50
industries. The Ethisphere Institute’s 2019 class of honorees
profoundly illustrate how companies continue to be the driving
force for improving communities, building capable and empowered
workforces, and fostering corporate cultures focused on ethics and
a strong sense of purpose.
“Companies like VF that take the long view with a purpose-based
strategy are proven to not only outperform, but last,” said
Ethisphere’s Chief Executive Officer Timothy Erblich. “I
congratulate everyone at VF for earning this recognition.”
About VF Corporation
VF Corporation (NYSE: VFC) outfits consumers around the world
with its diverse portfolio of iconic lifestyle brands, including
Vans®, The North Face®, Timberland®, Wrangler® and Lee®.
Founded in 1899, VF is one of the world’s largest apparel, footwear
and accessories companies with socially and environmentally
responsible operations spanning numerous geographies, product
categories and distribution channels. VF is committed to delivering
innovative products to consumers and creating long-term value for
its customers and shareholders. For more information, visit
www.vfc.com.
About the Ethisphere Institute
The Ethisphere® Institute is the global leader in defining and
advancing the standards of ethical business practices that fuel
corporate character, marketplace trust and business success.
Ethisphere has deep expertise in measuring and defining core ethics
standards using data-driven insights that help companies enhance
corporate character and measure and improve culture. Ethisphere
honors superior achievement through its World’s Most Ethical
Companies recognition program and provides a community of industry
experts with the Business Ethics Leadership Alliance (BELA). More
information about Ethisphere can be found at:
https://ethisphere.com.
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