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Taking Pride in Our Work: Spotlight on L&P’s Internal Audit Team

At L&P, we do the right thing when we conduct business with integrity. This week, we’re spotlighting how our Internal Audit team helps us strengthen our reputation for integrity and how they take pride in their work!

Introducing Our Internal Audit Team

L&P’s Internal Audit Team

Our internal auditors develop and execute an annual audit plan that conducts financial and IT audits. They perform a wide range of audits, including location-specific audits, anti-bribery audits, operational audits, risk-based audits, and internal control reviews. They also assist with fraud and Ethics Hotline investigations and proactively consult with and survey employees regarding potential ethical concerns.

“We strive to be value-added business partners that provide independent, objective assurance and advisory support,” says Rachel Krenz, Vice President of Internal Audit and Due Diligence. “We help L&P accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and control processes.” 

Taking Pride in Work

We asked members of our Internal Audit team how they take pride in their work:

A job well done is defined by our adherence to the highest standards of integrity and professionalism as we identify risks, provide guidance to enhance processes, and abide by regulations. By collaborating with teams across our global organization, we take pride not only in building strong, trusted relationships but also in achieving measurable improvements that advance L&P’s operations – together.
Kevin Curtis, Senior IT Audit Manager

We take pride in our work by having a shared mission and vision that aligns with L&P’s. We also never settle into routine; instead, we continuously seek ways to improve our skills while being responsible stewards of L&P’s resources.
Kaycia Frieden, Internal Audit Supervisor

We take pride in delivering quality results that reflect the complete picture. We ensure thorough investigations, ask questions, and verify all details to avoid any oversight before documenting an issue. Additionally, we treat everyone with respect, fostering a collaborative and positive work environment. I also find great satisfaction in contributing to the success of my team and L&P.
Kathy Flinn, Internal Audit Supervisor

We take pride in our work by being transparent. As auditors, we know that our presence can be nerve-wracking, so it’s important to keep people in the loop. If we move in silence, we risk our observations being inaccurate and degrading the relationships we build around L&P. Communication is key.
Morgan Pyle, Internal Auditor II

Thank you to our Internal Audit team for all your hard work and for taking pride in what you do!

L&P Supports Mission of Lafayette House at Annual Fundraiser

Recently, a group of L&P employees attended Ooh-La Lafayette, the annual fundraiser for Lafayette House of Joplin, Missouri.

Lafayette House is a center that provides safety and healing to those suffering from domestic violence, sexual assault, and substance abuse disorders. Annually, Lafayette House serves nearly 1,000 residents of Southwest Missouri, over half of whom are seeking refuge from domestic violence.

The night’s theme was “Disco Garden Party,” complete with sequins, flowers, and attire reminiscent of the 70s disco era. Highlights of the evening included watercolor portraits, a photo booth, a silent auction, and a fashion show spotlighting local boutiques. All money raised supports the mission of Lafayette House.

L&P Employees attend Ooh-La Lafayette.

The evening’s client spotlight featured a courageous woman named Jodie. Her journey with Lafayette House began in 2013, immediately after her son’s birth. Recognizing she needed help, she left the hospital and came straight to Lafayette House, calling it her baby’s “first home.” Her path hasn’t been easy, but each step forward has been a testament to her strength. She said, “I knew more than anything, I just had to try.”

Tammy Trent, Senior Vice President/Chief Accounting Officer and Board member of Lafayette House is thankful the House was there to help her when she was ready to take this step:

“While her story is unique, the underlying truth applies to us all. Sometimes, taking the first step and trying can be the hardest part, but if you never try, you never know what you can accomplish.”

Thank you to all of our L&P employees who attended Ooh-La Lafayette and supported the mission of Lafayette House!

Sustainability at L&P

April is Earth Month! 🌍

At L&P, we recognize our responsibility to be good stewards of the environment and to build sustainable businesses for generations to come.

We know that prioritizing sustainability isn’t just good for business – it’s good for people and our planet. Every day, we strive to advance sustainable solutions for our customers, reduce environmental impacts of our products across their lifecycle, and reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

To celebrate Earth Month, we’ll be sharing more about Sustainability at L&P in the coming weeks.

Let’s Have Fun at Work!

Today is International Fun at Work Day! While every day can be fun if you genuinely love what you do, today is an opportunity to let loose, take a break from our busy schedules, and inject some fun into your day!

A recent study by Gallup found that having fun at work affects the bottom-line – companies who have fun see 21% higher profitability. It really does pay to have fun!

In honor of this day, we’d like to share some pictures of our teams having fun all over the world!

The L&P Brazil team enjoyed the beautiful weather with billiards, cards, and ice cream.
Team members at Carthage Spring, Carthage, MO, celebrated the first hot weather day with cold Sonic drinks.
The Internal Audit and Communications teams enjoy some team-building fun practicing their golf swings.
The L&P Automotive Team in India enjoys games outside.

Happy Employee Appreciation Day!

On this Employee Appreciation Day, we want to express our gratitude to our teams across the world.

Every day, you do great work together, showing up ready to give your best for your teams and L&P. Thank you for your contributions, dedication, and resilience. We appreciate you!

Happy Employee Appreciation Day!

Celebrate Random Acts of Kindness

Today is Random Acts of Kindness Day, a day to encourage doing simple deeds for others and instilling a habit of generosity in our lives.

A recent study found that being kind to ourselves, to anyone else, or actively observing kindness around us boosts happiness. Kindness can be as simple as a smile, holding the door for someone, sending a note of thanks, or even observing kindness in others. Kindness makes the world a better place.

Visit the Random Acts of Kindness Foundation for more information and resources on spreading kindness.

Celebrating Pongal at L&P Automotive in India

Our Automotive team in India recently celebrated Pongal – a Hindu harvest festival that marks the beginning of the month called Thai and is celebrated by people with ties to Tamil Nadu, India.

Lasting for four days, Pongal involves new beginnings, giving thanks, and strengthening communal ties. People often gather together for festive meals, which includes boiling pots of pongal – a traditional mix of rice and milk.

To celebrate, our colleagues played a traditional pot-breaking game called Uriyadi. In this game, participants are blindfolded and spun around several times before trying to break a suspended clay pot with a stick while observers cheer and music plays. Mr. Gnanaprakasam, Manufacturing Coach, and Ms. Abinaya, Production Associate, successfully broke the pot!

Uriyadi

The team also made pongal and created rangoli – beautiful floor patterns created from rice flour.

pongal
rangoli

A couple of our colleagues shared their thoughts on the celebration:

Susi
Monika

Susi: “As an employee, I appreciate this time to recharge and reconnect with loved ones, strengthening the sense of community. It is a time to celebrate progress while cherishing the roots of our culture. I look forward to positively contributing to the year ahead.”

Monika: “We often juggle multiple roles, both at work and at home. During Pongal, we honor our role in contributing to both the economy and our families. The festival reminds me of the resilience of women who continue to balance their careers, responsibilities, and traditions.”

L&P Automotive India Celebrates Christmas for the First Time

This past December, our Automotive team in India celebrated Christmas together for the first time!

The team decorated their branch and kicked off their celebration with a cake cutting. Susi, a manufacturing teammate, created a colorful rangoli featuring Santa Claus and a Christmas tree.

We’re happy to see our teams making memories together!

Check out some of the photos from their celebration below.

Branch 0585 in Guangzhou Spends Christmas Cleaning Local Beach

This past Christmas, our team in Guangzhou – Branch 0585 – dedicated their day to making a difference by cleaning up a local beach.

We’re proud of our team for prioritizing care for one another, their community, and the environment!

Check out some of the photos from their cleanup event below.

L&P Automotive in India Celebrates Quality Month

In November, teams globally celebrated Quality Month – a time dedicated to sharing best practices, recognizing quality control professionals, and emphasizing the continuous improvement of processes and products.

Our Automotive team in India marked the occasion with a kickoff ceremony celebrating the theme “Quality: From Compliance to Performance.” Branch leadership highlighted the significance of quality management, and the team committed to upholding high standards. Team members competed in a contest, creating posters displayed throughout the branch that inspired excellence and a focus on continuous improvement.

Thank you to our teams for continuously pursuing exceptional quality and improvement and to our Automotive team in India for showing what it looks like to do great work together!