A CULTURE OF DIVERSITY

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1 A CULTURE OF DIVERSITY

2 MESSAGE FROM THE CEO Since its founding in 1898, Cox has operated on values that place our employees, customers and communities first. We are committed to creating a diverse workplace that respects and celebrates many backgrounds, ideas and perspectives. By embracing diversity, our company becomes more resilient and in touch with the changing world around us. I m so proud of Cox s work to foster diversity in our workplace and communities so we can all be stronger together. John M. Dyer President and Chief Executive Officer Cox Enterprises

3 COX ENTERPRISES AND ITS SUBSIDIARIES COX ENTERPRISES IS A LEADING COMMUNICATIONS, MEDIA AND AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES COMPANY. HEADQUARTERED IN ATLANTA, THE COMPANY HAS APPROXIMATELY 50,000 EMPLOYEES AND THREE MAJOR OPERATING SUBSIDIARIES: COX COMMUNICATIONS, COX AUTOMOTIVE AND COX MEDIA GROUP. 50K EMPLOYEES

4 OUR BUSINESSES Cox Communications Cox Communications is a broadband communications and entertainment company, providing advanced digital, video, high-speed Internet, home security and automation, and telephone services over our own IP network. We are the largest privately-held telecommunications company in the United States and serve approximately 6 million homes and businesses. Cox Automotive Cox Automotive is transforming the way the world buys, sells and owns cars. As a leading provider of digital marketing, wholesale and e-commerce solutions, we deliver the strongest portfolio of brands in the automotive industry. We proudly serve a wide range of customers, including auto dealers, manufacturers, financial institutions and consumers. Cox Media Group Cox Media Group is an integrated broadcasting, publishing, direct marketing and digital media company operating in 20 media markets. CMG includes the national advertising rep firms of CoxReps. Through Cox Target Media, which operates Valpak and Savings.com, we deliver North America s leading direct marketing resources. CMG also offers digital advertising solutions through Gamut and Videa.

5 FOR MORE THAN 100 YEARS, COX HAS BEEN COMMITTED TO HAVING A DIVERSE WORKFORCE THAT REFLECTS THE COMMUNITIES WE SERVE. WE FOSTER AN ENVIRONMENT THAT BUILDS ON THE UNIQUE TALENTS AND PERSPECTIVES OF OUR PEOPLE. EMBRACING DIVERSITY IS BOTH A CORE VALUE AND A BUSINESS IMPERATIVE. VALUING DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

6 DELIVERING ON THE COMMITMENT CUSTOMERS Develop, offer and promote products and services reflecting the evolving needs of current and future customers, driving market share and revenue growth in the varying market segments we serve. Our approach to diversity and inclusion is a comprehensive one that spans four pillars: people, customers, community and suppliers. This focus allows us to remain competitive in our markets, and serve a broader range of customers with products and services they want and need. Our diversity strategy helps ensure that we are inclusive not only in hiring and retaining employees; but also in our community outreach efforts in our supplier diversity relationships, and in the products and services we offer. PEOPLE Diversify the workforce and leadership; develop the talent of our people; and honor their unique perspectives resulting in a culture of inclusion, high performance and achievement of long-term business objectives. COMMUNITY Engage with, contribute to and strengthen the diverse communities we reach through strategic philanthropy and corporate social responsibility programs. Our businesses demonstrate this commitment annually through strategic alignment in these four areas. SUPPLIERS Partner with diverse suppliers to develop mutually sustainable relationships, resulting in new business opportunities and economic development for the communities we serve.

7 PEOPLE Our employees are our most important resource. We believe in creating an environment that is inclusive, nurtures personal development, and builds on individual talents. We provide our people the opportunity to chart their own career path and share their unique perspectives. Recruiting To be the best, we have to attract, retain and reward the best. This means being an employer of choice, and that starts with offering competitive compensation and benefits packages for our employees. Development Cox offers a variety of learning and development opportunities to support the needs of our businesses and grow our talent. With multiple, innovative divisions spanning a wide array of industries, Cox encourages its employees to build long, successful careers with the company by thinking across the entire enterprise. Internship Opportunities We offer internship and co-op positions throughout our businesses, which provide students the opportunity to learn more about our company and our different industries. Diversity Councils and Employee Resource Groups Diversity councils and employee resource groups are available across our businesses. These employee-led groups provide an informal forum to enhance engagement, drive business performance, and deliver relevant products and services to our customers. Mentoring Our mentoring programs pair employees with more senior leaders to develop interpersonal, leadership and business acumen.

9 COMMUNITIES NATIONAL DIVERSITY PARTNERS We engage and strengthen communities through partnerships, hands-on service and corporate social responsibility. Along with joining in many local partnerships, Cox is proud to have strong relationships with numerous national diversity groups that align with our values. 100 Black Men of America Cox partners with students in the 100 s Collegiate 100 program in chapters nationwide to host workshops focused on enhancing leadership and career readiness skills. Human Right Campaign (HRC) Cox supports Welcoming Schools, a program designed by the Human Rights Campaign to strengthen elementary schools approach to family diversity, gender stereotyping and bullying. League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) Cox actively promotes our broadband adoption program in partnership with LULAC. Our broadband adoption program offers discounted high-speed Internet service to low-income families with children who qualify for the National School Lunch Program. National Urban League (NUL) Cox offers support through public service announcements and employee volunteerism. Select markets work with NUL to deliver nonpartisan voter registration messaging on our TV and radio stations.

10 SUPPLIERS Cox forms mutually beneficial partnerships with diverse suppliers who offer high quality products or services. We encourage the use of qualified minority-owned, women-owned, and lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) businesses in our company-wide purchasing practices. To be considered a diverse supplier, the business must be at least 51% owned and operated by one or more minority groups, women and/or LGBT individuals. Minority groups include African-Americans, Hispanics, Asian and Pacific Islanders, Native Americans, Asian-Indian Americans and Alaskan natives. By developing mutually sustainable relationships with diverse suppliers, we develop new business opportunities and economic development for the communities we serve. Cox Companies spend an average of $300 million annually with diverse suppliers. Our businesses partner with organizations like National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC); Women s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC); National Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC); and National Association of Minority Automobile Dealers (NAMAD), which gives us access to certified minority businesses across the country. Register as a supplier: coxregistration.cvmsolutions.com

VALUING DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

VALUING DIVERSITY & INCLUSION From the Chairman and CEO Union Pacific s commitment to diversity and inclusion is based on our desire to create an environment where people can be their best, personally