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P r o f i l e s i n e x c e l l e n c e M a i n e — A P h oto P o rt r A i t o f t h e P i n e t r ee S tAt e 139 to more than 100 countries around the globe. IDEXX's purpose is to enhance the health and well-being of pets, people and livestock, and the company accom- plishes its mission through intelligent innovation that produces a steady stream of new products and ser- vices. But IDEXX isn't just science and engineering. The Maine facilities comprise the company's global head- quarters and primary manufacturing and research and development centers. For that reason, career paths for Maine employees include sales and market- ing, manufacturing, information technology, finance, legal, human resources, administration and other specialties. IDEXX employees worldwide are also committed to Guiding Principles that shape how they approach their day-to-day work: achieve and sustain market leadership; exceed the expectations of our customers; empower and reward our employees; innovate with intelligence; cultivate entrepreneurial spirit; and con- tribute to our communities. Through the recently launched Global IDEXX Vol- unteer Efforts (GiVE) program, all full- and part-time IDEXX employees are given two paid work days each year to contribute to their communities. This program has resulted in tens of thousands of volunteer hours to benefit a myriad of causes, with as many as 25,000 vol- unteer hours in Maine annually. Additionally, IDEXX contributes financially to a number of organizations in Maine, including United Way, Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland, Gulf of Maine Research Institute, Maine Center for Creativity, Portland Sym- phony Orchestra and Maine educational systems such as the Maine Community College Foundation and the University of Maine system. IDEXX takes sustainability seriously through an approach that aligns with business objectives, en- sures social and stakeholder responsibility, and dem- onstrates environmental stewardship. In 2012, IDEXX was honored with the Governor's Award for Environ- mental Excellence for its accomplishments in making sustainability a key factor in various business deci- sions the company has made since 2008. The company also began construction in 2012 on Westbrook's first LEED ® certified building, a new administrative facil- ity that will expand its world campus. In keeping with IDEXX's commitment to fostering employee well-being, the company espouses both men- tal and physical health through a significant employee health and wellness center slated for opening in 2013; the introduction of a new collaborative workspace de- sign that is being adopted as a best practice by other highly innovative companies; and a focus on serving healthy meals in the multiple on-site cafeterias. The purpose of IDEXX is to be a great company that creates exceptional long-term value for its customers, employees and shareholders by enhancing the health and well-being of pets, people and livestock. Jake Zaidel, DVM, uses IDEXX I-Vision Mobile™ app for efficient, portable digital imaging — providing real-time care through innovation.