Code of Conduct
At VOASTRA, integrity is the foundation of how we operate. Our Code of Conduct outlines the ethical and professional standards that guide all of our work. We encourage our clients, partners, and collaborators to read the full Code to better understand the principles we uphold in every engagement.
LETTER FROM THE FOUNDER & CEO
Dear colleagues, partners, and collaborators,
VOASTRA was founded not merely to deliver solutions, but to stand for something enduring. As a young and ambitious advisory firm, we are building more than projects and outcomes, we are building trust, credibility, and a legacy that will define how we are known long after individual engagements conclude.
Excellence in performance is expected. Yet excellence alone is insufficient without integrity to guide it, professionalism to sustain it, and responsibility to anchor it. How we act, decide, and represent ourselves matters as much as what we achieve.
This Code of Conduct defines the ethical principles and standards that govern all who work with or on behalf of VOASTRA, including employees, consultants, advisors, subcontractors, partners, and collaborators. It is both a moral compass and a binding framework, guiding how we think, behave, and represent the VOASTRA name across cultures, jurisdictions, and industries.
In the environments we operate, spanning energy, infrastructure, deep technology, finance, and capital markets, trust is not granted lightly. We are entrusted with sensitive information, critical decisions, and moments of profound consequence for our clients. Our reputation is shaped not only by the insight we provide, but by the discretion, fairness, and respect with which we conduct ourselves.
We are building VOASTRA with a long-term horizon. This requires each of us to act as a steward of the firm’s values, to protect its integrity, and to uphold its standards even when doing so demands courage or restraint. Ethical conduct is not a passive obligation; it is an active responsibility, one that includes speaking up, exercising sound judgment, and holding ourselves and one another accountable.
Let this Code serve not as a formality, but as a guide for decision-making, a reference in moments of uncertainty, and a reminder of the privilege and responsibility inherent in our work.
Thank you for your commitment to these principles, and for contributing to a firm defined by trust, discipline, and purpose.
Moses Zaree
Founder & Partner, VOASTRA
OUR VALUE STATEMENT
At VOASTRA, our culture is anchored in three core values that guide every decision, relationship, and outcome we deliver: Integrity, Excellence, and Strategic Empathy. These values are not aspirational statements, they are operational principles that shape how we work, how we collaborate, and how we represent the VOASTRA name globally.
Operating across industries, jurisdictions, and cultures, and supported by advanced intelligence systems such as ASTRA CORE AI, we recognize that trust, judgment, and responsibility are fundamental to our role as advisors in complex, high-stakes environments.
Excellence
Excellence is our commitment to precision, rigor, and impact. We do not accept average thinking, delivery, or behavior. Our work combines deep analysis, advanced intelligence, and human judgment to deliver outcomes that stand up to scrutiny across boardrooms, regulators, investors, and markets.
VOASTRA operates as a global, learning-driven firm. We collaborate across sectors and geographies, continuously developing our people, methods, and systems, not only to deliver exceptional results, but to build durable, trust-based relationships that endure beyond individual engagements.
Strategic Empathy
At VOASTRA, empathy is strategic. We invest time in understanding not only the problem, but the broader ecosystem in which it exists, including organizational dynamics, political realities, cultural contexts, and structural constraints.
We do not deliver generic solutions. Our advisory is peer-level, context-aware, and grounded in active listening and nuanced understanding. We value diversity of thought, background, and perspective, internally and externally, and we adapt our approach with respect and professionalism.
We also recognize our social and environmental responsibilities and act as responsible corporate citizens in all markets where we operate.
CODE OF CONDUCT
VOASTRA’s values are not symbolic, they are enforceable. This Code of Conduct defines the ethical, legal, and professional standards expected of all individuals and entities working directly or indirectly under the VOASTRA framework, including employees, consultants, advisors, subcontractors, partner firms, freelancers, and affiliates.
As a growing international advisory firm, our reputation is shaped daily by individual conduct. This Code provides guidance for navigating complex environments where discretion, judgment, and trust are paramount.
This Code is legally binding and applies across all engagements, geographies, and operating models.
It governs:
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Corporate Responsibility
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Professional Integrity
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Confidentiality & Data Security
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Personal Conduct
Corporate Responsibility
VOASTRA recognizes that advisory work exists within a broader societal and environmental context. We are committed to:
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Respecting international human rights, labor standards, and anti-discrimination laws
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Ethical engagement in all markets
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Environmental stewardship and sustainable business practices
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Supporting initiatives that contribute to public good, including pro bono work, knowledge sharing, and community development
We encourage our professionals to engage in purpose-driven work aligned with these principles.
Professional Integrity
Professional integrity underpins our advisory model. All VOASTRA representatives must:
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Act with honesty, objectivity, and independence
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Avoid and disclose conflicts of interest
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Reject corruption, bribery, and undue influence
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Comply fully with AML laws, sanctions, export controls, and financial regulations
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Decline engagements that fail to meet VOASTRA’s ethical or legal standards
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Protect against misuse of insider or non-public information
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Follow internal rules on gifts, hospitality, and benefits
When uncertainty arises, guidance must be sought immediately from VOASTRA leadership or compliance.
Confidentiality & Data Security
Our work requires access to highly sensitive information. Absolute confidentiality is mandatory.
All professionals must:
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Protect non-public information with the highest discretion
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Use approved, secure systems including VOYAGER VAULT
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Follow VOASTRA’s IT, data handling, and access control protocols
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Safeguard both physical and digital assets
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Comply with applicable data protection laws (including GDPR and equivalent regulations)
Breaches are treated as serious violations and may result in immediate action.
Personal Conduct
VOASTRA’s reputation depends on conduct as much as capability. All affiliated professionals must:
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Treat others with respect, professionalism, and cultural awareness
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Foster an inclusive, harassment-free environment
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Represent VOASTRA responsibly in public, private, and digital contexts
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Avoid public statements that could be misconstrued as VOASTRA’s position unless authorized
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Balance high performance with responsible conduct
CORPORATE POLICIES & NETWORK GOVERNANCE
VOASTRA operates through a distributed and flexible global network, including independent firms and professionals. This model demands heightened discipline and coordination.
All parties operating under the VOASTRA framework are bound by our Corporate Policies, ensuring unified ethical, legal, and quality standards regardless of location or contractual structure.
Key Governance Areas
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Lobbying & Representation: Strict neutrality and pre-clearance required
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Anti-Bribery & Corruption: Zero tolerance (EU, FCPA, UK Bribery Act)
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Sanctions & Restricted Markets: Mandatory disclosure and approval
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Insider Information & Market Integrity: Absolute prohibition on misuse
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Conflict of Interest Management: Mandatory disclosure and review
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Capital Market Engagements: Heightened diligence and accuracy
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Know-Your-Partner (KYP): Required due diligence for all third parties
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Trade Secrets & IP: Strict protection and access controls
Leadership & Accountability
Leaders and engagement leads are expected to model VOASTRA’s standards, enforce the Code consistently, and act decisively when breaches occur. Leadership is defined by judgment, fairness, and responsibility, not control.
DATA PROTECTION & CONFIDENTIALITY
Information security is foundational to trust. All professionals must comply with VOASTRA’s data protection, IT usage, and confidentiality policies, regardless of jurisdiction.
Policies cover:
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Data Protection & Compliance
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Independent Professional Obligations
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Secure IT and Communication Practices
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Confidentiality Protocols
Violations may result in disciplinary or legal action.
COMPLIANCE & SPEAK-UP
Integrity requires action. All professionals are expected to raise concerns in good faith.
Concerns can be reported via:
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Engagement leadership
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VOASTRA compliance or executive leadership
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Subject: Compliance to info@voastra.com
Retaliation will not be tolerated.
FINAL COMMITMENT
This Code is a living governance framework. It is enforceable and essential to VOASTRA’s long-term credibility.
By working under the VOASTRA name, you commit to upholding these standards — protecting our clients, our people, and the trust placed in us.
Trust is earned. Integrity is practiced. Excellence is expected.
