Whistleblower Policy

Purpose

John Julia Marketplace, Inc. ("the Company") is committed to maintaining the highest standards of ethics, transparency, and legal compliance. This Whistleblower Policy is designed to provide a process for employees, contractors, suppliers, customers, and other stakeholders to report unethical, illegal, or improper conduct without fear of retaliation.

Scope

This policy applies to all employees, contractors, officers, board members, suppliers, and other stakeholders. It covers concerns related to:

• Violations of Company policies
• Financial misconduct or fraud
• Legal non-compliance (e.g., regulatory violations)
• Unsafe practices
• Discrimination, harassment, or workplace misconduct
• Any unethical or unlawful behavior

Reporting Procedures

Reports of unethical or illegal conduct can be made through the following methods:

1. Email: Report concerns to hello@johnjulia.com.
2. Phone: Contact the whistleblower hotline at [Company phone number].
3. In Writing: Mail a written concern to the compliance officer at:
   8 The Green # 16147
   Dover, DE 19901
   United States

Reports may be made anonymously, but providing contact information helps the investigation.

Confidentiality and Anonymity

All reports will be handled with confidentiality to the extent possible. Anonymous reports are accepted, although providing contact information allows for a more thorough investigation.

Investigation and Resolution

Upon receiving a report, the Company will:

1. Acknowledge receipt of the report if contact information is provided.
2. Conduct a preliminary assessment.
3. Assign an independent investigator to thoroughly review the concern.
4. Take corrective action if necessary, including disciplinary actions or legal reporting.

Where appropriate, the whistleblower will be informed of the investigation's outcome.

Protection Against Retaliation

John Julia Marketplace, Inc. prohibits retaliation against anyone who raises a concern in good faith. Retaliation includes but is not limited to:

• Dismissal or demotion
• Reduction in pay or hours
• Harassment or discrimination

Anyone found retaliating will face disciplinary action.

False Reporting

Knowingly making false accusations will result in disciplinary action.

Policy Review

This policy will be reviewed annually by the Company’s legal and compliance teams.

Effective Date: October 21st, 2024
Approved by: John Constandinou / CEO
Contact Information:
John Julia Marketplace, Inc.
8 The Green # 16147
Dover, DE 19901
United States