The purpose of the Association is to promote a closer working relationship between its members and Industrial Firms, Traffic Organizations and all other Services connected with the development and expedition of foreign freight, both export and import, in the State of Ohio and adjacent areas.

Code of Ethics

The officers, partners and associates of each member firm of this Association are firmly pledged to the following principles in the conduct of their business.

1. In the conduct of his profession, a member shall exercise great care to avoid misrepresentation and shall be guided by the principles of honesty and fair dealing.
   

2. A member shall be diligent in acquainting himself with conditions affecting foreign commerce and keep his principles, shippers, consignees and clients informed thereof.
   

3. All proposals shall be handled accurately and expeditiously as possible by the members of the Association.
   

4. Members shall always render their services to their principals, clients, shippers and consignees as economically and efficiently as circumstances permit.
   

5. A member shall always assist principals, clients, shippers and consignees in reaching and performing an agreement, always rendering his best efforts and using best judgment on their behalf.
   

6. Each member agrees to inculcate his organization with the principles set forth herein, for it is recognized that only by their observation will the standards of personal and professional conduct be advanced, and the practice of foreign trade service organizations continue to inspire confidence as an essential and effective part of the international trade.