"JohnsonDiversey's purpose defines who we are as a company and shapes our strategy in the marketplace."
A message from Curt Johnson, Chairman
Doing the right thing makes sound business sense. That simple idea has had a profound effect on the way we've run the Johnson family of businesses for more than 120 years. We've always known that strong values are not in conflict with a solid bottom line. Quite to the contrary, pursuing business with passion and a sense of purpose has been essential to our success for five generations.
As you will see throughout this report, we continue to be inspired and challenged by our heritage, particularly our long-established statement of values, This We Believe, even as we define new paths toward leadership in sustainable facility care.
In 2008, we defined our purpose in specific terms: Our purpose is to protect lives, preserve the earth and transform our industry. We chose those terms with care, knowing that the high aspirations they express will inspire us and challenge us. Publicly declaring our purpose aligns our actions with our commitment to help our customers, partners, employees and communities create a cleaner, healthier future for all of us. It enables our stakeholders to hold us accountable for the privilege and responsibility we bear as a leader in sustainable business practices.
JohnsonDiversey's purpose defines who we are as a company and shapes our strategy in the marketplace. Our superior products and expert consulting services help our customers maintain hygienic facilities and thereby protect lives. Our commitment to preserve the earth is evident in our vigilance toward continuously improving environmental stewardship in our own operations, and in helping our partners and customers become more sustainable as well. And it is through our leadership — in products, services and expertise to protect people and preserve the planet — that we will transform our industry.
S. Curtis Johnson
S. Curtis Johnson
Chairman