Recently in America, there have been several tragic examples of racism, police brutality, white supremacy, and injustice that have led to protests and unrest. These events are deeply upsetting and frustrating in a society that should have left these hate values behind.

The Budd family, The Budd Group, and all of our leadership team stands hand-in-hand with all who seek respect, fairness, and the right to equality of opportunity. We join our brothers and sisters as they demand these rights to be delivered equitably.

We must navigate these issues together - not just in America but also with every one of us around the world. The Budd Group team remains committed to the values and principles that have made our company strong for more than 55 years – a belief in respect, integrity, and inclusion. These are the cornerstones of a culture that values you, your ideas, and your voice. You are what makes our company great, and we want to hear from you.

Our promises to you are:

• Always listening to different perspectives and building a culture of understanding
• Increasing our contributions to the most vulnerable in our communities
• Honoring diversity, inclusion and increasing economic mobility

I am confident our company will be part of the solution to drive progress and change. You have my commitment and the commitment of our leadership team to stand up, speak out, and make a difference.

Please reach out to me or our leadership team about how we can be better as a company. It will be our honor to hear your voice.

Joe Budd
Chairman of the Board