Governance

    Openness, integrity and accountability – these principles, along with our drive for a consistently strong financial performance – determine how we run the company.

    Our governance teams are responsible for implementing our Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability (CR&S) Strategy, and we set out our principles in our Code of Corporate Governance and Code of Conduct.

    We have two tiers of governance. The CR&S Executive Committee oversees our progress against these standards. The Board CR&S Committee monitors the Executive Committee.

    The CR&S Executive Committee is chaired by Gerard Manley, who has over 30 years’ experience in the Cocoa industry. The activities of the CR&S Committee and the function itself are managed by Dr Christopher Stewart, Global Head of CR&S. Both Gerard Manley and Christopher Stewart report directly to the CR&S Board Committee.

    If any employee discovers any unethical practice, the Code of Conduct explains that they must report it and without fear of reprisals. 

    About Sustainability

    We recognise the importance of collaboration to achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals by 2030 and make true impact across our sector. If you are keen to collaborate or have an idea to discuss, please contact our team.

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