As guardians Olympic Ideals, they assume an obligation to subordinate individual interests to the interest of the Olympic Movement. What may be considered acceptable conduct in some businesses may be inappropriate in Olympic service. It is important to avoid any real conflict of interest. While no set of guidelines can guarantee acceptable behavior, the principles that guide behavior in this area, are disclosure, non-participation in the decision making process where personal or family gain is a possibility, and a commitment to honor the confidentiality of organizational information.
All conduct is founded on the individual s own sense of integrity.
In our complex society, the intermix of volunteer work, business interest, governmental activity, and family relationships often creates potentially conflicting interests. What is required is disclosure of conflicting interests when they arise, and strict nonparticipation in any evaluation process relating to the matter in question. The following guidelines are not a precise road map to acceptable conduct. They are signposts. Each individual must find his or her own way.