AOUT 8/11/2023 Shareholder/Stockholder Letter Transcript:
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Sustainability
At American Outdoor Brands, we believe we have an obligation
of social responsibility to our stakeholders, which includes
our investors, employees, customers, and communities, as
well as our environment. We also believe that the effective
management of environmental, social, and governance (ESG)
issues will help support the sustainability and the long-term
growth of our business. Therefore, we strive to integrate ESG
principles into our business strategy in ways that optimize
opportunities to make positive impacts while advancing our
long-term goals.
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to align with the growth and evolution of our business.
Our Board created an ESG Committee, with overall
responsibility for the oversight and effective operation of
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of and renamed the ESG Committee to the Sustainability
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oversight of sustainability policies, practices, and goals
including climate change; cybersecurity; diversity,
equity, and inclusion (DEI); and human capital. Our
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comprehensive view of our achievements and progress
over the past year, as well as our path toward a more
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our priorities and progress.
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