Avalon Trust Co.

Santa Fe, USA

Avalon Trust Co. is an investment firm offering trust and investment management services. It is noted for handling the estate of Gene and Betsy Hackman.

CCI Score

4.49

-0.01% April 18

Latest Event

Allegations of Labor Rights Violations at Avalon Cleaners

Former Avalon Cleaners employees have filed a lawsuit alleging non-payment of overtime and minimum wage, indicating potential systemic labor exploitation under Avalon Trust Co.'s business operations. The suit accuses the company of failing to adhere to fair labor practices, which may contribute to broader patterns of worker exploitation.

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Avalon Trust Co. is currently rated as an Objector.

0 to +9 CCI Score

These companies deliberately avoid direct involvement with authoritarian practices. While they do not actively challenge oppressive regimes, they maintain a neutral stance to ensure they are not complicit in supporting such systems.

Latest Events

MAR

24

2025

Allegations of Labor Rights Violations at Avalon Cleaners
-59.58

Former Avalon Cleaners employees have filed a lawsuit alleging non-payment of overtime and minimum wage, indicating potential systemic labor exploitation under Avalon Trust Co.'s business operations. The suit accuses the company of failing to adhere to fair labor practices, which may contribute to broader patterns of worker exploitation.
-60

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

March 24

The lawsuit against Avalon Cleaners, a business associated with Avalon Trust Co., highlights significant issues in labor relations, including allegations of unpaid overtime and wages below the legal minimum. These practices demonstrate an exploitation of workers and disregard for labor rights, contributing to a broader environment that can support authoritarian business practices. Poor labor conditions not only undermine worker rights but can also enable oppressive practices that benefit authoritarian economic structures.

Former Avalon Cleaners employees sue for alleged non-payment of overtime and minimum wage
FEB

01

2025

Adoption of Formal Political Contributions and Lobbying Policy
68.55

The company's published 2025 Code of Business Conduct and Ethics introduces a formal Political Contributions and Lobbying Policy. This policy requires pre-approval for any political contributions or lobbying activities, a measure intended to keep corporate political spending under tight control and reduce the risk of inadvertently supporting authoritarian or fascist agendas.
+70

Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

March 24

The introduction of a mandatory pre-approval process for political contributions and lobbying efforts demonstrates a proactive approach to curbing potential corporate complicity in authoritarian practices. By instituting this safeguard, the company aims to prevent any misuse of its political influence that could contribute to fascist agendas. While this is a positive step, the effectiveness of the policy will ultimately rely on its strict enforcement and transparency.

2025 Code of Business Conduct and Ethics