The company's purpose, both in Switzerland and abroad, is: the acquisition, holding, management and realization of participations in all types of companies and enterprises, except for operations prohibited by the LFAIE; the provision of services and advice in the field of operational consulting, particularly in the areas of management, business, innovation and technology, as well as in the areas of coaching, training, corporate governance and sustainability, with the aim of achieving sustainable development. The company may carry out all financial, commercial, industrial, movable and immovable transactions, both in Switzerland and abroad, directly or indirectly related to its main purpose, either on its own account or on behalf of third parties. It may establish branches in Switzerland and abroad. The company may also grant loans to its associates and/or guarantee, secure or co-sign loans granted by third parties to its associates. In pursuing its purpose, the company aims to have a significant positive social and environmental impact in the context of its business and operational activities. In the decision-making process, the managers take into account the short-term and long-term interests of the company, its subsidiaries and their suppliers, and the company's purpose of creating a material positive impact on society and the environment, as well as the impact of their actions on the parties concerned, including: (i) their employees and staff, (ii) their customers, (iii) the regions and communities in which they operate, and (v) the environment (stakeholder interests). No provision of this article, express or implied, is intended to or shall create or grant any right or cause of action to anyone (other than the company).