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you to save tax-deferred or post-tax contributions in addition to diversifying your
investment portfolio.

EMPLOYEE EDUCATION PROGRAMS

Seminars, Conferences and Trainings

Some employees may need to attend training programs, seminars, conferences,
lectures, meetings, or other outside activities for the benefit of Jones-Hamilton Co. or
the individual employees. Attendance at such activities, whether required by Jones-
Hamilton Co. or requested by individual employees, requires the written approval of
the immediate manager.
For attendance at events required or authorized by Jones-Hamilton Co. customary and
reasonable expenses will be reimbursed upon submission of proper receipts.
Acceptable expenses generally include registration fees, materials, meals,
transportation, and parking. Reimbursement policies regarding these expenses should
be discussed with your Manager in advance.

Employee attendance at any such activities that are approved will be considered hours
worked for non-exempt employees and will be compensated in accordance with normal
payroll practices.

This policy does not apply to an employee’s voluntary attendance, outside of normal
working hours, at formal or informal educational sessions, even if such sessions
generally may lead to improved job performance. While Jones-Hamilton Co. generally
encourages all employees to improve their knowledge, job skills, and promotional
qualifications, such activities do not qualify for reimbursement or compensation under
this policy unless prior written approval is obtained as described previously.

Tuition Assistance Program

Jones-Hamilton Co. has developed a Tuition Assistance Program which provides
financial assistance for full time employees who attend academic courses/programs
which are mutually beneficial to the employee and Jones-Hamilton Co.

The Program provides employees with the opportunity to voluntarily engage in
academic learning on their own time and in fields of learning that will benefit Jones-
Hamilton Co. as well as the individual. Following the guidelines and time frames
outlined under the Program, employees must earn a passing grade of “B” or its
equivalent or obtain a certification to receive any reimbursement. Expenses must be
validated by receipts, and a copy of the final grade card or certification must be
presented to show hours or certification received.

To apply for Tuition Assistance, contact the Human Resources Manager.

Eligibility

All regular full-time employees of Jones-Hamilton Co. are eligible to participate under
the Program. Eligibility begins after a 12-month waiting period from date of hire and
an approval by a Division level manager with final approval by the President. Any
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