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Governance & Ethics

Valvoline Inc. remains committed to integrity, accountability, and ethical business practices, fostering trust with our stakeholders.

Governance & Ethics

Valvoline Inc. remains committed to integrity, accountability, and ethical business practices, fostering trust with our stakeholders.

Data Privacy and Cybersecurity

A strong information security and data protection program are key to ensuring our customers information remains secure and protected. We have a dedicated Senior Director of Information Security and Senior Privacy Counsel who provide bi-annual updates to our Board of Directors, and we adhere to industry standards to maintain a strong security posture. Employees and contractors with infrastructure access must complete annual information security training and comply with the Code of Conduct and Supplier Code of Conduct. Valvoline Inc.’s program also aligns to the National Institute of Standards (“NIST”) Cybersecurity Framework (“CSF”) and Privacy Framework.

Many employees access personally identifiable information (PII) as part of their roles, requiring compliance with our Privacy and Data Protection Policy and IT security policies. Failure to adhere to these guidelines can result in regulatory action, reputational damage, legal consequences, and financial penalties.

To further enhance security, we have implemented a Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) tool that scans our main environments to identify sensitive data, manage access, track retention, and enforce security policies through monitoring and notifications.

The Enterprise Information Steering Committee, an advisory and oversight body within our Information Security Office, plays a critical role in managing and supporting Valvoline Inc.’s information security program, ensuring risk mitigation and compliance.

Cybersecurity education also remains a key focus at Valvoline Inc. We provide ongoing training to all employees, ensuring they stay informed on topics such as privacy, data protection, phishing awareness, password management, and overall cybersecurity best practices. By prioritizing education, strategic hiring, and proactive security measures, we are committed to advancing data protection, risk management, and cybersecurity resilience across our organization.

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ESG Oversight

The Governance and Nominating (G&N) Committee of Valvoline Inc.’s Board of Directors has responsibility for oversight of Valvoline Inc.’s strategy, initiatives, and policies for environmental, social, and governance matters.

Throughout the year, members of senior management review with the G&N Committee matters related to integrating sustainability into our business, initiatives to promote the health and safety of employees, ethics and compliance, fostering an inclusive workplace, sustainability reporting and disclosure, and maintaining sound corporate governance practices. These initiatives reinforce Valvoline Inc.’s dedication to transparency, accountability, and long-term sustainability.

ESG Materiality Assessment

Stakeholder engagement at Valvoline Inc. is an ongoing activity, occurring at all levels of our organization. In FY24, the company conducted a formal ESG-focused materiality assessment to identify and prioritize the most significant sustainability issues that could impact our operations and stakeholders. This comprehensive assessment involved engaging with a range of key stakeholders, including employees, shareholders, Board members, suppliers, franchisees, and the non-profit partners we support, to gather insights on their concerns and expectations. We engaged with over 200 of our key stakeholders to conduct this assessment, and by systematically evaluating the impacts and relevance of various ESG factors, the company aims to enhance transparency in our reporting efforts, inform strategic decision-making, and align our sustainability initiatives with best practices in the industry.

This assessment strengthens our commitment to responsible business practices and ensures that we effectively address the interests of our stakeholders while driving long-term value creation. For more detailed information on who we engage with and how, click here.

Our Material ESG Topics

Social Impact

  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Employee Satisfaction, Engagement, and Wellbeing
  • Talent Attraction & Retention
  • Labor Management Practices and Workforce Health & Safety
  • Workforce Diversity & Inclusion

Environmental Impact

  • Climate Strategy

Governance & Ethics

  • Corporate Governance & Business Ethics
  • Privacy & Data Security
  • Transparency & Reporting
  • Board Diversity
  • Risk & Crisis Management

Valvoline's FY'24 Disclosures

Learn more in our 2024 Impact Report

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