4 Dexter-Russell
Mission Statement
Dexter-Russell Inc. is a manufacturer and marketer of professional cutlery.
Our products are marketed throughout the world.
We are a provider of professional cutlery and related product solutions. We are committed to using
the best technology to manufacture the highest quality product at the lowest possible cost to be
sold at a fair price. We are committed to achieving a level of profitability sufficient to fully fund our
employee profit sharing plan annually. It is our objective to achieve superior sales growth.
We strive to be the most respected supplier in our industry. To that end, we will:
1. Pursue a mutually beneficial relationship with our customers
2. Value the contribution of our employees
3. Appreciate the support of our suppliers
4. Honor our role in the community
Statement Of Core Values
Dexter-Russell will:
• Value and respect our employees, and be selective in their choosing.
• Appreciate and respect our customers, and participate and prosper with them
in responsive, mutually beneficial relationships.
• Conduct ourselves with the highest integrity and ethics.
• Deliver products of the best value and consistent quality in all categories in which we compete.
• Honor our role in the community, and support the communities where our employees live.
• Continuously improve all aspects of the business including employee skills and talents,
products, processes, and services.
