b'F R O M T H E E D I T O R SDear Visions Readers:Most people dream of making the world a better place - some in big ways - others in small,simple contributions. While it lends itself to broad interpretation, better can mean setting goals ofeliminating carbon emissions for a cleaner planet, or providing important funding and resources tocommunities in need. It can be demanding justice and equality, or challenging outdated processes toinnovate and progress. Better is faster, stronger, safer, inclusive - and so much more.At Sumitomo Corporation of Americas, weve aligned our business goals and values to ensure we are doing our BUILDING A BETTER SOCIETY part to be better and contribute broadly to society. In this issue of Visions youll read about how our policies TOGETHER and business activities are helping to shape this brighter future; Whether we are reducing our carbon footprint by exiting specific energy operations, implementing food waste reduction in subsidiary operations, investing in new clean energy technology, or contributing to charitable causes and educational programs. And dont miss our Celebrity Spotlight interview with Dale Minami - a particularly poignant discussion on race that shines a light on how we can be better as a society today and not let history repeat itself.As much as we can dream of a better world, hard work is what makes those dreams come true. Were putting in the work, and Sumitomo Corporation of Americas has its sights set on building better, together. We hope you enjoy this issue of Visions.Sincerely,The Visions Editors,Sumitomo Corporation of Americas, Corporate CommunicationsVisions magazine is published quarterlyVISIONSSTAFFby Sumitomo Corporation of Americas,Stephen Pitalo, Managing Editor Submissions and inquiries are welcome.a wholly-owned subsidiary of SumitomoStephen.Pitalo@sumitomocorp.comCorporation, one of the worlds leading traders and distributors of commodities,Amy Babcock, Executive Editor Printed on industrial goods and consumer goods. amy.babcock@sumitomocorp.com recycled paper.Besides its role as a trader, SumitomoJewelle Yamada, Editor EmeritusCorporation is an investor in a diversejewelle-k.yamada@sumitomocorp.comrange of businesses that positionsthe company in markets with long-termPlamena Malinova, Associate Editorpotential. plamena.malinova@sumitomocorp.comMami Uno, Editorial Assistantmami.uno@sumitomocorp.com Design/Production, Stanton Design Group stantondesigngroup@mac.comhttp://sumitomocorpofamericas.com2 visions Spring 2021'