About Life at Soriano
Our Values at Soriano Group & Family Office
At Soriano Group & Family Office, our values reflect our century-long legacy of innovation, craftsmanship, and commitment to building a better future.
Partnership
We champion collaboration, drawing on the collective expertise of our global team and partners, including Soriano Solutions Italy and Soriano9, to foster a culture of teamwork and belonging. This unity drives professional and personal growth, rooted in our shared heritage of engineering excellence.
Client Service
We lead with a dedication to service, earning our clients’ trust by deeply understanding their vision and surpassing their expectations. Whether it’s crafting luxury mobility solutions or sustainable manufacturing processes, we overdeliver with precision and care.
Integrity
We uphold the highest ethical standards, embracing transparency and accountability in every decision. Guided by our storied past and the lessons it teaches, we instill pride in our firm and its legacy of quality and honor.
Excellence
We pursue excellence relentlessly, delivering superior performance and results for our clients, shareholders, and communities. From pioneering electric motorcycles to advanced engineering projects, our commitment to innovation sets the standard in every endeavor.
Our Community Commitments
Philanthropy at Soriano Group & Family Office
At Soriano Group & Family Office, philanthropy is woven into the fabric of our mission, reflecting our commitment to societal impact alongside our legacy of innovation in engineering, mobility, and design. We believe in leveraging our global platform to support causes that advance health, equity, and sustainability, fostering meaningful change for communities worldwide.
Partnership with Komen.it for Women’s Cancer Research
Soriano Group has been a proud sponsor and host of events organized by Komen.it (Susan G. Komen Italia), focusing on women’s cancer research and awareness. Our involvement includes primary sponsorship of high-profile polo events in Rome, such as the Polo for the Cure 2025, which unites Europe’s elite to raise funds and awareness for cutting-edge oncological research. These gatherings blend sport, music, and solidarity, showcasing our Soriano Motori motorcycles, electric bicycles, and fashion collections while directing proceeds to combat breast cancer—a leading cause of mortality among women. Led by Marco Antonio Soriano IV, these initiatives emphasize our dedication to bridging philanthropy with action, supporting research that saves lives and promotes health equity.
Collaboration with Operation Smile in Europe
Soriano Group extends its philanthropic efforts to Operation Smile, a global organization providing life-changing surgeries for children with cleft lip and palate. In Europe, we support their mission through volunteer-driven programs that enhance access to safe surgical care and comprehensive cleft treatment. Our contributions aid in building local infrastructure, training medical professionals, and reducing barriers for patients, aligning with Operation Smile’s volunteer-based approach to transform lives. This partnership underscores our focus on pediatric health and global humanitarian aid, ensuring children receive the care they need to thrive.
Aspiring to Leadership in Global Sustainability
Looking ahead, Soriano Group is actively pursuing membership in the United Nations Global Compact to amplify our impact on a worldwide scale. By joining this initiative, we aim to lead the leaders of the world with true impact, aligning our business practices with principles of sustainability, human rights, labor, and anti-corruption. This step will enable us to collaborate with international stakeholders, driving forward our vision of innovative, ethical growth that benefits society as a whole.
Through these efforts, Soriano Group not only honors our heritage but also invests in a future where innovation serves humanity. We invite partners and communities to join us in these endeavors for lasting positive change.
Investor Relations
Our track record of performance is driven by partnership, client service, integrity, and excellence.
Our Clients
The interests of our clients are our top priority. We safeguard their privacy and take pride in earning their trust, ensuring they choose Soriano for our tailored, high-quality solutions in engineering, mobility, and design.
Our People
Our people are the heartbeat of Soriano Group, distinguishing us through their passion and expertise. Our success hinges on fostering a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment where every individual is empowered to grow and thrive. Rooted in our core values, which draw from over a century of experience and our guiding principles, these values shape practical, everyday decisions that uphold our heritage of craftsmanship and innovation.
Our Firm
We uphold the highest ethical standards in all our endeavors. The reputation and future of Soriano Group depend on our unified dedication to creating value and achieving results with honesty and integrity, reflecting our storied past and forward-looking vision.
Our Shared Commitment to Integrity at Soriano Group & Family Office
At Soriano Group & Family Office, our success is defined not just by the innovative solutions we deliver or the partnerships we forge, but by the daily actions and dedication of our most vital strength: our people.
This is why we have crafted a Code of Conduct to inspire our team to embody integrity in their work for the firm, our clients, and one another—propelling our legacy of excellence forward.
Our Communities
The impact of Soriano Group extends far beyond our operations. Our collective and individual actions influence our firm’s standing and the prosperity of the communities we serve, aligning with our commitment to sustainable innovation and social good.
The Soriano Group Code of Business Conduct and Ethics connects to a range of internal resources, policies, and procedures. Effective February 27, 2025, the Code was updated to reflect evolving firm policies, including guidelines on the use of artificial intelligence, responsible communication, and preventing consumer harm.
Corporate Governance Framework for Soriano Group & Family Office
Introduction
At Soriano Group & Family Office, corporate governance is foundational to sustaining our century-long legacy of innovation, craftsmanship, and ethical leadership in consulting, product development, engineering, manufacturing, and related sectors. As a family-owned entity, we recognize the unique interplay between family dynamics and business objectives. This framework outlines the principles, structures, and processes that guide our decision-making, ensure accountability, and balance family interests with sustainable growth. It aligns with our core values of Partnership, Client Service, Integrity, and Excellence, while fostering transparency, risk management, and compliance with applicable laws.
This document serves as a living guide, subject to periodic review and amendment to adapt to evolving business needs, regulatory changes, and family transitions. It complements our Code of Business Conduct and Ethics, effective February 27, 2025, which emphasizes responsible use of technologies like artificial intelligence and prevention of consumer harm.
Governance Structure
Soriano Group & Family Office employs a multi-tiered governance model to separate family, ownership, and operational roles, minimizing conflicts and enhancing efficiency.
Family Council
- Composition: Comprising 5-7 representatives from family branches, including Marco Antonio Soriano as Chair, with rotating 2-year terms.
- Responsibilities: Acts as a liaison between the family and the business; oversees family education, philanthropy (e.g., partnerships with Komen.it and Operation Smile), and alignment with our vision. Meets quarterly to discuss shared values, succession, and community impact.
- Authority: Recommends policies on family employment, share transfers, and conflict resolution; organizes annual family assemblies for updates on business performance and strategic initiatives.
Board of Directors
- Composition: 7 members, including 3 family representatives, 3 independent external directors (with expertise in engineering, automotive, or sustainability), and 1 non-family executive. The Lead Independent Director ensures balanced oversight.
- Responsibilities: Provides strategic direction, approves budgets, monitors performance, and ensures compliance with ethical standards. Focuses on advancing our expertise in electric mobility, AI-driven systems, and high-end luxury hospitality projects.
- Meeting Cadence: Six full-day meetings annually, plus two strategy retreats. Committees include Audit (financial integrity), Risk Management (operational and market risks), and Sustainability (aligning with UN Global Compact aspirations).
Executive Management
- Composition: Led by the CEO (family or merit-based non-family appointment), with a C-Suite including CFO, COO, and heads of key divisions (e.g., Engineering, Manufacturing).
- Responsibilities: Handles day-to-day operations, implementing board strategies, and driving innovation in product development and client services.
Advisory Bodies
- External Advisors: Engaged for unbiased input on R&D, partnerships (e.g., Soriano9 with Gyre9, Soriano Solutions Italy), and global expansion.
- Owners’ Council: For shareholders, focusing on dividend policies, wealth preservation, and long-term investments, meeting semi-annually.
Roles and Responsibilities
Clear delineation of roles prevents overlap and promotes accountability:
- Family Members: Participate based on merit; external experience (minimum 3 years) required for executive roles. Compensation benchmarked against industry standards.
- Board Members: Oversee strategy, risk, and compliance; evaluate CEO performance annually.
- CEO and Management: Execute business plans, report metrics (e.g., EV platform development progress), and foster client trust.
- Compliance Officer: Monitors adherence to laws, ethical standards, and policies on AI use, data privacy, and anti-corruption.
All roles are documented in job descriptions, with annual reviews to align with business evolution.
Decision-Making Processes
Decisions are made transparently to balance family harmony with business agility:
- Strategic Decisions: Require Board approval (e.g., major investments in U.S. manufacturing or partnerships like Porsche Motorsport).
- Operational Decisions: Delegated to management, with consultation for family-impacting matters.
- Voting Protocols: Majority vote on the Board; Family Council uses consensus-building for non-binding recommendations.
- Communication: Monthly dashboards for shareholders; secure portal for document sharing; quarterly town halls for stakeholders.
Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards
We uphold integrity through our Code of Business Conduct and Ethics, which mandates:
- Prioritizing client interests and privacy.
- Disclosing conflicts of interest.
- Ethical use of resources, including AI and sustainable practices.
- Annual ethics training for all personnel.
Violations are addressed via a whistleblower mechanism, with investigations led by the Audit Committee.
Succession Planning
To ensure continuity across generations:
- Process: Five-year roadmap identifying successors; criteria include education (Bachelor’s minimum), external experience, and performance assessments.
- Development: Mentorship, executive education, and rotations through divisions (e.g., automotive engineering).
- Ownership Transfer: Governed by shareholder agreements; first right of refusal to family; valuation based on 3x EBITDA + Net Assets.
- Review: Annual evaluation by the Family Council and Board to adapt to family dynamics.
Conflict Resolution
Disputes are resolved promptly to preserve relationships:
- Mechanisms: Three-step process – Internal mediation (Family Council), Board arbitration, external neutral third-party.
- Policies: Formal protocols for family-business conflicts, emphasizing fairness and documentation.
- Prevention: Regular evaluations and open forums to address issues early.
Risk Management and Compliance
- Risk Oversight: Board-led identification of risks (e.g., supply chain disruptions in Connecticut ecosystem, regulatory changes in EV manufacturing).
- Compliance: Adherence to international standards; pursuit of UN Global Compact membership to lead in sustainability, human rights, and anti-corruption.
- Reporting: Annual audits, impact reports on philanthropy, and transparent financial disclosures to shareholders.
Philanthropy and Community Engagement
Governance integrates our commitment to social impact:
- Allocate 2% of profits to initiatives like Komen.it events and Operation Smile programs in Europe.
- Next-generation-led committee for CSR alignment with family values.
Review and Amendment
This framework is reviewed bi-annually by the Board and Family Council, with amendments requiring 75% approval from both. External audits ensure ongoing relevance.
Adopted: August 13, 2025
Soriano Group & Family Office
Marco Antonio Soriano, Chairman