Web Content, Corporate Governance

Sam Gilliland
Director
Chairman and
Chief Executive Officer


At Sabre Holdings, we care very much about achieving strong financial results, and the same goes for how we achieve them. We recognize that there's a right way to do business - and a wrong way. For that reason, integrity is one of our company's core values, driving open honest communication and sound business policies and practices that establish trust with our constituencies.

All of our business units and support groups operate according to common principles. Those include high quality, timely disclosure, strong internal controls, legal compliance, and sound business ethics. Since day one, we've followed best practices in accounting, disclosure, and internal controls. Our internal auditors test the soundness of those practices, working closely with outside auditors and reporting regularly to the Audit Committee of our Board of Directors. Our CFO and I routinely review the financial performance of our business units and our public disclosure. Our solid, consistent practices in these areas make me confident as I personally certify Sabre Holdings' financial statements.

We also foster integrity through our detailed Business Ethics Policy. We make it clear that we expect everyone associated with Sabre Holdings – employees, officers, Directors, and others – to adhere to the highest principles of business conduct at all times. We routinely remind them about the importance of legal and ethical behavior, monitor compliance, and enforce our policies. We have long provided our employees with multiple methods for reporting (anonymously, if they choose) any concerns about business ethics, legal compliance, auditing or accounting issues, or policy violations. We encourage use of these methods.

Our Board of Directors is another strong source of integrity within our company. We value their experience and independence. We share information with them and practice regular, open, and candid communication. They have complete access to management and to outside advisors of their choice. They are a great blessing to the company, not only providing oversight of management, but also offering valuable advice and guidance.

With integrity as a guiding light, I see great promise for Sabre Holdings in the long term. Not only can we achieve great financial results for our stockholders, but we can also ensure the confidence and respect of everyone who does business with our company.