LIMRA and LOMA Code of Conduct
LL Global, Inc (including its brands, LOMA, LIMRA and LIC) is committed to providing a professional, safe and welcoming environment for all attendees, sponsors, speakers, invited media, exhibitors and other participants (each and collectively, “Participant(s)”) at LL Global meetings, conferences and conference-related social events (each an “Event”) whether in-person or virtual. This Code of Conduct outlines our expectations for Participant behavior as well as the consequences for unacceptable behavior.
We expect all Participants to abide by this Code of Conduct at all Events. Cooperation from all Participants is required to ensure a pleasant and productive experience for everyone.
All decisions about appropriate or inappropriate behavior are at the sole discretion of LL Global Event staff.
Expected behavior includes:
- Present yourself, interact, and communicate in a professional and constructive manner, whether in-person or virtually
- Demonstrate respect and consideration for all Participants
- Be collaborative
- Be respectful when providing written or verbal feedback
- Handle dissent and disagreement with courtesy, dignity and an open mind
- Adhere to, and comply with, all LL Global and/or Event policies designed to ensure the health, safety and security of all Participants
- Secure your belongings and be mindful of your surroundings and of your fellow Participants
- Wear conference badge during all in-person, Event-related programming and present it upon request by LL Global staff or other Event personnel
- Be mindful of, and comply with, antitrust guidelines and procedures, where applicable
- Report any conduct concerns or dangerous situations as soon as possible
Unacceptable behavior includes:
- Intimidating, harassing, abusive, discriminatory, derogatory or demeaning conduct
- Offensive verbal comments or personal attacks (e.g., related to race, ethnicity, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability)
- Deliberate intimidation, stalking, or surreptitious photography, screenshots or recording of individuals
- Intentional disruption of presentations or other programs
- Inappropriate or unwelcome physical contact or advances
- Physical, written, verbal or other abuse (e.g., threats, annoyance, pushing, shoving or physical force whatsoever against any person, which in any way creates a disturbance that is disruptive or dangerous, or creates anxiety or apprehension in an individual)
- Boisterous, lewd or offensive behavior or content such as profanity, obscene gestures or slurs
- Possession of a weapon or any other item, which, if used in a certain manner, may be threatening or cause injury to others
- Wearing clothing that is not suitable for a professional work environment, that is provocative, or otherwise potentially offensive
- Conference badge sharing or transferring – see below
The foregoing unacceptable behavior includes engaging in these bad acts in-person or virtually (including via public or private chat), or on social media or by other means in any way associated with the Event (e.g. the LL Global Event app).
Consequences of Unacceptable Behavior:
While LL Global’s goal is to provide a professionally satisfying experience, the safety and security of our Participants is our most important priority. Unacceptable behavior will not be tolerated at any Event. If you are the subject of unacceptable or inappropriate behavior at the Event, notice that another person is being mistreated, or have any other concerns, please notify a LL Global staff member or venue security as soon as possible. LL Global staff and venue security may take any action deemed necessary and appropriate. Anyone requested to cease unacceptable behavior must comply immediately. A Participant’s failure to behave appropriately or act professionally may result in (i) expulsion from the Event without warning or refund and/or (ii) prohibition from registering or attending future Events, as well as having online access denied.
Event Badges
Event admission badges are non-transferable. All attendees agree not to share, sell, trade, or transfer their badge for any duration of time to anyone for any reason. Unauthorized use of a badge is strictly prohibited. The unregistered person, who is using a badge that is not their own, will be given the choice of registering immediately for the Event (at the door rate) or leaving the Event immediately.
Consent to Photography, Audio and Video Recordings
By entering an Event organized by LL Global (including its brands, LOMA, LIMRA and LIC), you are entering an area where photography, audio and video recording may occur.
Your entry and presence at the Event constitutes your consent to be photographed, filmed, and/or otherwise recorded and to the release, publication, exhibition, or reproduction of any and all recorded media of your appearance and voice for any purpose whatsoever in perpetuity in connection with LL Global and its initiatives. By attending the Event, you acknowledge and agree as follows: (a) LL Global may edit and use photos, video or audio it captures at the Event for marketing and promotional activities and for any other lawful purpose in the ordinary course of its business; and (b) due to the prevalence of mobile recording devices in today’s world, LL Global disclaims all liability for the capture of your image in any multimedia format by other attendees at the Event.
To ensure the privacy of individuals, images (photographed, filmed, and/or otherwise recorded by LL Global) will not be identified using full names or personal identifying information without written approval from you (the photographed subject).
Any person or organization not affiliated with LL Global may not use, copy, alter, or modify LL Global photographs, graphics, video, audio, or other similar reproductions and recordings without the advance written permission of an authorized designee from LL Global.