Corporate Commitment
Corporate
Commitment
Principles of our founders
By honoring the past and embracing the future, La-Z-Boy has stayed true to the principles of our founders as we continue to bring quality and comfort to people around the world, as we enrich people’s lives by turning houses into homes.
Getting started.
In 1927, in a garage in Monroe, Michigan, cousins Edwin J. Shoemaker and Edward M. Knabusch designed the reclining wood-slat chair.
Innovative pioneers
This chair launched the world-renowned La-Z-Boy brand and a new category in furniture — the iconic recliner.
Dreams fulfilled
Their story is a testament to the American Dream, and their uncompromising spirit continues to be the driving force behind the La-Z-Boy brand.
Legacy continues
Today, their legacy continues as dedicated men and women across the USA build upon their innovative vision and uphold their commitment to quality, craftsmanship and American heritage.
Long-term value
La-Z-Boy is dedicated to providing quality products and outstanding service to our customers, offering employees an inspiring work environment and operating with unwavering integrity as we seek to provide long-term value to our shareholders.
Environmentally vigilant
We are also vigilant with regard to the environment, integrating sustainable business practices to reduce the impact of our operations both locally and globally.
Product quality & craftsmanship
La-Z-Boy is committed to crafting products that meet or exceed industry standards for quality and safety.
Through comprehensive research and development, domestic manufacturing of our upholstered furniture utilizing our world-class global supply chain, and prudent sourcing of casegoods, we strive to consistently deliver products that live up to the La-Z-Boy name.
Integrity, compliance & ethics
For over 90 years, the La-Z-Boy brand has focused on the core values of honesty and integrity. We are dedicated to upholding the highest ethical standards in all aspects of our business operations. La-Z-Boy employees, from our manufacturing facilities, regional distribution centers and stores, to our corporate offices, are committed to this core tenet.
Code of Business Conduct
The La-Z-Boy Incorporated Code of Business Conduct provides a clear and thorough standard of ethics for all employees, officers and directors with respect to interacting with customers, vendors and fellow employees.
This document focuses on: antitrust and competition laws; accounting principles; anti-bribery and corruption practices (with a separate Anti-Bribery and Corruption policy); compliance with laws, rules and regulations; international business; asset and information protection; conflicts of interest, sustainability; human rights; human relations and equal opportunities throughout the workplace, etc. Our Code of Business Conduct is fully endorsed by the company’s Board of Directors, which oversees its compliance.
Ethics hotline
We maintain a toll-free Ethics Hotline where employees across the globe can confidentially report concerns and/or violations of our Code of Business Conduct. Operated by a third party, this line is available 24/7 with all reports taken by trained professionals and promptly forwarded to our legal department. Alternatively, employees may communicate their concerns through a dedicated online portal.
Supplier Code of Conduct
As a requirement of doing business with La-Z-Boy and its subsidiaries, our suppliers are required to conduct business in compliance with the Supplier Code of Conduct:
Suppliers meet legal requirements
It is our expectation that any product supplied to us adheres to all applicable legal requirements for manufacturing, distribution and sale.
Suppliers meet internal requirements
Our team works closely with suppliers to ensure their business practices, with respect to ethics, quality, fair labor, safety and environmental policies, conform to our expectations and standards. Suppliers must also meet additional requirements, established by La-Z-Boy, that help reduce the environmental impact of La-Z-Boy products.
Their suppliers meet all requirements
Our suppliers are responsible for ensuring that their suppliers comply with La-Z-Boy requirements, with documentation and verification available to us.