On 24th August 2017, Cytonn Investments Management Limited Plc launched its Supplier’s Code of Conduct in a breakfast meeting attended by the Company’s suppliers. This was in a bid to set forth the principles, guidelines and expectations for establishing and maintaining a healthy business relationship with its suppliers.
Edwin Dande, CEO and Managing Partner of Cytonn giving his opening remarks.
In his opening remarks at the event, the company’s Managing Partner and C.E.O, Edwin H. Dande, pointed out the importance of people as one of the company’s core pillars and recognized suppliers as an integral part of this pillar. He also pointed out the need for a strict code of conduct that emphasizes on good business ethics.
Elizabeth N. Nkukuu, CFA, Senior Partner and Chief Investment Officer speaking at the event
Also speaking at the event, Elizabeth Nkukuu, CFA, Cytonn’s Senior Partner and Chief Investments Officer noted that “Cytonn is in the business of wealth creation and the delivery of innovative solutions that speak to clients’ needs, and suppliers are key in helping us accomplish this mission”
The Cytonn Supplier Code of Conduct addresses an array of issues ranging from ethical conduct, health and safety, observation of human rights and labor standards and operating in an environmentally responsible manner.
Suppliers following the briefing during the event
“Cytonn encourages integrity and transparency with suppliers and has open communication lines available to address any emerging issues” noted Alexander Maina, Internal Audit Analyst at Cytonn.
In the closing, it was emphasized that suppliers’ compliance to the code is an essential prerequisite for business relations between Cytonn and its suppliers.
