This policy is an integral part of the company’s value system to operate business and support continuous and sustainable growth of the company. To ensure that these basic tenets of corporate governance are met, internal control and internal audit procedure are taken into account. The Board regularly evaluates the effectiveness of internal control system on yearly basis in order to ensure that the company operates the business in the framework of good corporate governance mandated by Stock Exchange of Thailand and will be disclosed in annual report as and form 56-1.
The Board of Director regularly reviews and reaffirms that business practices are implemented in the framework of this policy. In addition, after the company as been registered in Stock Exchange of Thailand, we strictly follow the rules and regulation imposed by SEC and SET.
Code of Ethics for the Board, executive and employee has been defined to ensure that all related parties perform their duties with honesty and treat all groups of stakeholder equally and fairly. Everyone in the company is committed to strictly follow this guideline.
The guideline to avoid conflict of interest is on the ground that any business transaction must be performed for the utmost benefits of the company. The parties involving in any action that may incur conflict of interest should report to the company about particular action and should not participate in the approval process of such transaction.
The Audit Committee will submit the details on related transactions that may cause conflict of interest to the Board of Director to find out appropriate solution discreetly. Our business practices are strictly complied with the rules and regulations mandated by SET to treat the parties that may cause conflict of interest will be submitted to SET as required and will be disclosed in financial statement, annual report as and form 56-1.
Directors and executives are required to report to stakeholders and the Update are updated every time a change in the hunt. The report by the stakeholders will be kept at the company secretary. With a copy to the Chairman of the Board and Chairman of the Audit Committee informed every time.
Board of Director appointed 2 subcommittees which are Audit Committee and Executive Board to direct business strategy and monitor business performance. The roles and responsibilities of Board of Director, Audit Committee and Executive Board have been clearly defined and each entity is independent to make decision and express their initiatives and vision. The details mentioned under Section management structure.
Audit Committee |
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There are 3 audit committees who are assigned to review specific issue and report to Board of Director as required. Following authority and function which mentioned including internal control by Assist. Prof. Dhollakhanis Thengaummnuay 1 of the 3 members who has knowledge and experience are responsible for reviewing the financial budget. |
Executive Board |
There are 4 members in Executive Board who is responsible to facilitate business performance within the authority assigned by Board of Director Such as authorize in transactions with financial institutions. |
In addition, the person holding the position of Chairman of Board of Director cannot hold the position of Chief Executive Officer in order to prevent unlimited power of each individual. Board of Director is authorized to screen and elect the candidate to fill in these positions.
Secretary to Board of Director is responsible to inform and advice Board of Director on the rules and regulation to be abided, facilitate the work of Board of Director as well as follow up the progress on the issue assigned by Board of Director.
Nomination of Directors
The selection of individuals to serve as directors of the company. Although not yet appointed a Nominating Committee (Nominating Committee) The Board of Directors will consider the criteria and procedures for selection. The Board will consider selection criteria specified by Section 68 of the Companies Act 1992and the Securities and Exchange Commission related. It also highlights the experience, knowledge and ability. then the list of nominees to the shareholders for approval.
In the election of the Board of Directors The general meeting of shareholders shall appoint. The majority of the rules and procedures as follows.
Nomination of Committee / Independent Director
Board of Directors are an authority appoint the Audit Committees which have not less than 3 persons and nominated from independent directors. And one of those who have been selected as Audit Committee must be people with expertise in accounting or finance. When the position is vacant to less than 3 members, the Board of Directors or the shareholders must be elect the new member within 3 months from the date of the audit committee has fewer than 3 people.
Nomination of The executive level
The Board of Directors is authorized to appoint the executive level. And those recruited as Chief Executive Officer has to be capable of management, leadership and has the leadership vision of the organization to carry out the policies of the business as well.
As at 31st December 2020, the company has 2 subsidiaries which are governed by group of authorized directors. The authorization is given from the chairman of corporate management.
The Board of Directors has established measures to prevent wrongful use of inside information (Insider Trading) of the individual concerned. The directors, executive officers and employees of the Group related information. (Including spouses and minor children of such persons). The penalty was imposed on the disclosure of information. Or bringing the company to use for their own benefit, then policies to prevent inside information to good use. The company announced on its website to the management and staff get to know each other.
As well as providing a better understanding of the company's board and management. In previous reports to the Securities Commission Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) under Section 59 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1992. As well as to inform and regulations of the SEC and the SET. To its Board of Directors And management as it has been informed by the authorities on an ongoing basis. The Company also has a policy to disclose or report stock trading or holding shares of the Company to the Board. And cooperation in informing the Board about trading the stock at least one day prior to the transaction. The reported purchase or sale of such shares shall include a list of related persons under Section 258 of the Act. Securities and Exchange Act of 1992.
In 2020, the total remuneration of the auditors (Audit fee) are offered.
Code of Best Practices are an integral part of company’s business practices, aiming to enhance business opportunities, ensure transparency of the business and to increase efficiency of business management. All steps are taken to ensure maximum profit to shareholders, investors and all relevant parties. The company’s corporate governance initiatives are based on 5 components:
At our company, the right of shareholders is highly concerned and the company will not conduct any activities to violate or deprive shareholder right and would encourage the shareholders to exercise their rights. The basic right of shareholders includes the right to buy, sell and transfer stocks, the right to acquire adequate information about company’s business performance, the right to receive dividends, the right to appoint or to remove Board and committee, the right for approval on the appointment of independent auditor and the right to attend and vote in shareholders’ general meeting on important issues such as dividend payout, to determine or revise the company’s regulation or memorandum of Association, to increase or decrease capital stock as well as approval on other special occasions
Apart from aforementioned basic rights, the companies also encourage and facilitate the shareholders to exercise their right by:
The company is committed to establish equality among all groups of shareholders- consisting of executive shareholders, non-executive shareholders, foreign shareholders and minority shareholders by following procedure.
The company is aware of the rights of all stakeholders, neither internal stakeholders namely shareholders, executives and employees working for the company, nor external stakeholders which are business competitors, business partners and customers. The company realized that cooperation, openness to comments and good relationship with all stakeholders are essential to operate business as well as to develop and further expand business. All stakeholders will be treated equally and fairly. Guidelines for dealing with all groups of stakeholders are as follows.
In addition, the Company has provided a channel for all stakeholders to contact / complaints about potential problems (Whistle Blowing) with the company directly via email.Directly to the Audit Committee Or send a letter to Secretary of the Company.Independent directors to conduct an investigation and find the right remedies.Or if a recommendation that the independent directors have determined that it is important to influence stakeholders as a whole.Or affect the business of the company.Directors will propose at the next shareholders' meeting to consider and determine the agenda for the AGM.The company has a policy to protect the whistleblower in the crime.
The guidelines to treat all groups of stakeholder are clearly specified in “Code of Ethics” which is distributed to all parties including board and committee, executives and employees and this is the mission for everyone in the company.
The company is obliged to make full disclosure of accurate and transparent information concerning business performance such as financial statement and other related documents in accordance with the regulations form SEC and SET. Other information that would affect company’s stock values or may impact the decision of investor and stakeholders should also be disclosed fully.
Full information is disclosed to public through a variety of media under the operation of SET or in company’s website at http:// www.gratitudeinfinite.co.th. Investor relation Dept. is assigned to communicate and respond to inquiries from investors, shareholders, analyst and related government officials. For further information, please kindly contact Miss Orraphin Phothisit Tel 0-2888-6800 or 0-2888-7200 or at email address: mailto:secretary@gratitudeinfinite.co.th
Board of Director consists of qualified members who gain expertise, skills and wide range of experiences on business and management. Board of Director is responsible to set overall business direction and strategic goal, supervise business performance quarterly and monitor internal control and internal audit system to ensure the utmost benefits to the company and shareholders. The preparation of the business ethics policy and code of conduct manual for members. Management and staff Disclosed at the company's headquarters and on its website. Are charged with monitoring compliance with the policy. By rewarding and punishing those who violate or abuse the policy.
As of December 31,2020, there are 10 members of Board of Director consisting of 4 non-executive directors abided by the guideline that there should be at least 1 out of 3 independent directors from total members in Board of Director. This is to ensure balance of power to resolve on business and management issue as well as to monitor the performance of the executives.
The company has a focus on social responsibility. The Board of Directors and executive of the organization to emphasize the personnel in the organization to work strictly follow by code of ethics and in the good of the business.
Company's auditors have reviewed the completeness, adequacy of the implementation process. The internal audit examined the control system in all processes of the company, asses risk, guide the development and following revised regularly and the preparation of reports to the Board of Directors.
The company has set a policy to treat customers and partners equally and fairly. They also allow customers or partners have complaints or comments. If you find that any of the defects, the company will receive feedback on how to improve the performance and implement.
In business operations, the company has an internal control and audit system to make sure that the operation of every step is complete and accurate. Adhere to good ethics prevent fraud that may occur including the inspection of internal control systems by independent third parties. There is a report to the Audit Committee every time. The Board of Directors intends to bring the company to join the Thailand’s Private Sector Collective Action Coalition Against Corruption (CAC), which is currently undergoing a workforce plan. Which, if the company is ready will proceed in accordance with the project guidelines.
All members of society have equal rights to live in society. These rights must not violate the rights of other members of society. The Company respects the rights of the individual, such as freedom of peaceful assembly without weapons. Freedom of religion Freedom of movement and communication. Leave privileges equally in all positions. Academic freedom The Company supports the training and knowledge related to the work.
The wages are paid at the rate specified by law. A safety device for the employees wear during operation are provided. And returns to employees who can reach the target, would get the additional wages and appropriate welfare.
The Company highly concern on the product. By each lot of each product must have a certificate (COA) to guarantees to customers that will be used or reproduced accurately.
The Company manage waste disposal by an appropriate method, no chemicals causing a problem in the community.
The company always cooperates with the community and society about taking action follow the applicable laws and regulations that the firm is also involved in tax payment to the public to be used for developing.
The Company values social responsibility. In the import of chemicals business. This is part of the environment. The company has always taken into account that customers can use eco-friendly products.
The management of the organization has all employees involved in the recommendations to reduce paper consumption. Reduce electricity consumption or fuel Listen to the complaints and make improvements to ensure a happy and tidy coexistence.
The company is committed to operating its business in a transparent manner resist bribery and corruption. This has set as a policy of the company.
In the past, the Company has not been reported or had received complaints about bribery or corrupt.
The Board of Directors' Meeting No. 1/2020 held on February 19, 2020 by an independent committee of 4 members attended the meeting. The Board has reviewed the Company's internal control system by requesting information from the management. The conclusion based on the evaluation of internal control systems in different 5 elements.
Board of Directors comments that the Company's internal control systems are adequate and appropriate. The Company has provided adequate personnel to implement the system effectively. To prevent the directors or executive directors using of assets of the company in wrongful or without power including transactions with persons who may have conflicts of interest and related party to be sufficient. For another thread, The Board believes that the Company has adequate internal controls as well.
The Board of Audit Committee Meeting No. 1/2021 held on February 22, 2021, with the 3 Audit Committee attended the meeting. The audit committees are jointly assess the adequacy of the internal control systems of the company by requesting information from the management team. The conclusion is the Company's internal control system is strong enough and no opinion is different from the opinion of the Board of Directors.
At the Board of Directors on November 12,2012 at 5/2012 has appointed EL Business Advisory Co., Ltd. to performing as the internal audit of the Company since October 11,2012 and has assigned to Mr. Suvit Chan-Amporn, Managing Directorto conduct of the internal audit of the company.
The Audit Committees considered the qualification of EL Business Advisory Co., Ltd and Mr. Suvit Chan-Amporn that are adequate to perform such functions since it is independent and experienced in performing the audit as well.
However, the consideration and approval of the appointment, removal, transfer the incumbent Head of Internal Audit of the Company will be approved or not approved by the Board of Directors. The qualification of head of internal audit attach in appendix 3.
The Company has not appointed a supervisor of the operation but was assigned to Company secretary shall advise the rules which the Board of Directors should be identified and done the duty to oversee activities of the Board. Including control of implementation follow by the resolution of the shareholders' meeting and / or the Board of Directors.