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MacKay Shields LLC is a registered investment advisor headquartered in New York City. The original predecessor to the firm, MacKay-Shields Economics, was founded in 1938 as an economic consulting firm and it became MacKay Shields Financial Corp. (MSFC) in 1969. In 1984, MSFC was purchased by New York Life Insurance Co. (NYLIC). NYLIC established New York Life Investment Management Holdings LLC (NYLIM Holdings) in 1999 and transferred ownership of MSFC to NYLIM Holdings. In 1999, MSFC was converted to MacKay Shields LLC. The ownership, control and management of MacKay Shields did not change as a result of this conversion. The firm is wholly owned by NYLIM Holdings, which is wholly-owned by NYLIC. MacKay Shields provides discretionary investment management services primarily to institutional clients. The firm is a signatory of the United Nation Principles for Responsible Investment (UNPRI).

Metropolitan Life Insurance Co. engages in the provision of insurance, annuities, and employee benefits programs. It operates through the US, and MetLife Holdings segments. The company is headquartered in New York, NY.

Dreman Value Management LLC (DVM) is a wealth management firm headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida. The firm was founded by David Dreman in 1997 and is owned by Holly & Meredith Dreman 2013 Trust. DVM offers value-based equity investment services to a variety of clients, including sub-advisory services to Institutional, High Net Worth Individuals, Taft-Hartley and SMA/UMA clients. They also offer a domestically focused mutual fund strategy for individual investors.

HSBC Global Asset Management (Hong Kong) Ltd. (HSBC-GAM HK) is the wholly-owned asset management subsidiary of The HongKong & Shanghai Banking Corp. Ltd. and is indirectly owned by HSBC Holdings Plc (LON: HSBA, ADR: HSBC.PRA) in Great Britain. Headquartered in Hong Kong, the firm originated in 1973 as a banking branch and became part of HSBC Asset Management in 1994. The current firm, formerly known as HSBC Investments (Hong Kong) Ltd., was founded in 2005 when the group's investment management business was reorganized. HSBC-GAM HK provides investment management services to corporate clients, private individuals and institutions.

Australia & New Zealand Banking Group Ltd. provides banking, financial products and services to retail, small business, corporate and institutional clients. It operates its business through the following segments: Australia Retail and Commercial; Institutional; New Zealand; Pacific; and Technology, Services and Operations and Group Centre. The Australia segment comprises the retail and corporate and commercial business units which provides products and services to consumer and private banking customers in Australia via the branch network, mortgage specialists, the contact centres, a variety of self-service channels and and third party brokers; and banking services including traditional relationship banking and financial solutions through managers focusing on privately owned small, medium, and large enterprises as well as the agricultural businesses. The Institutional segment refers to the transaction banking, loans and specialised finance and markets solutions. The New Zealand segment refers to the retail and commercial business units. The Pacific segment offers products and services to retail customers, small to medium-sized enterprises, institutional customers and governments located in the Pacific Islands. The Technology, Services and Operations, and Group Centre segment provides support to the operating divisions including technology, operations, shared services, property, risk management, financial management, strategy, marketing, human resources and corporate affairs; as well as group treasury, shareholder functions, enablement functions and minority investments in Asia. The company was founded in 1835 and is headquartered in Docklands, Australia.

Dumont & Blake Investment Advisors LLC (Dumont & Blake) is an independent registered investment advisor headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey. The firm was founded by Morley Goldberg and Adam Goldberg in 1999. Dumont & Blake manages investments primarily for individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, and business entities, in accordance with the investment objective(s) of the client on a fee-only basis.

Harris (Belmont) Charity was founded in 2012 and is based in Cambridge, UK. The British company's focus is on an elegant 18th century house that offers stunning views over the rolling Kentish North Downs. The kitchen garden, originally designed by Lady Arabella Lennox-Boyd, features beautiful Victorian greenhouses and a variety of fruits including figs, hops, soft fruits, and traditional apple and pear varieties. The walled garden is an intimate enclosed garden with long borders containing an abundance of annuals and perennials.

abrdn Alternative Investments Ltd. (AAI) is the wholly owned asset management subsidiary of Aberdeen Asset Investment Group Ltd. and their ultimate parent is abrdn Plc (LON: ABDN, ADR: SLFPF) in Great Britain. Formerly held by Lloyds Banking Group plc (LSE: LLOY), Aberdeen Asset Management plc entered into a strategic alliance with Lloyds Banking Group plc in 2013, acquiring AAI and their related private equity and infrastructure fund management businesses. Formerly known as Aberdeen Asset Investments Ltd., the firm was founded in 1964 and is headquartered in London. AAI provides investment solutions to private individuals, financial institutions, charities, investment trusts and corporate and local government pension funds in Great Britain and worldwide.

Threadneedle Asset Management Ltd. (Threadneedle AM) is the wholly-owned global asset management subsidiary of TC Financing Ltd., ultimately held by Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (NYSE: AMP) in the US. Headquartered in London, the firm was founded in 1994 and manages assets for a range of clients which includes pension schemes, insurance companies, private investors and corporations. Threadneedle AM is a socially responsible investor which believes they have a responsibility to, and will benefit from, exercising environmental and social stewardship throughout their firm.

J. M. Finn & Co. Ltd. (JM Finn) is a wealth management firm headquartered in London, UK. The firm was founded as a partnership in 1946 and in 2011 they became a subsidiary of Delen Private Bank NV, which is owned by Ackermans & van Haaren NV (EBR: ACKB, ADR: AVHNY) in Belgium. JM Finn offers a high quality, personalized investment management service for private and professional investors.

HSBC Private Bank (UK) Ltd. (HSBC Private Bank-UK) is the private banking subsidiary of HSBC Bank Plc., ultimately held by HSBC Holdings Plc (LON: HSBA) in Great Britain. The HSBC group can trace their history in London back to 1865 when the Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation office opened, and through later acquisitions are linked to Samuel Montagu & Co. Limited, founded in 1853. Headquartered in London, HSBC Private Bank-UK offers a full range of wealth management advice and services to wealthy individuals and their families worldwide.

Katalyst Ventures is a venture capital firm headquartered in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania.

L'Oréal USA, Inc. manufactures and distributes cosmetics, concentrating on hair color, skin care, sun protection, make-up, perfumes, and hair care. The company was founded in 1953 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Haverford Financial Services, Inc. (HFS) is a registered investment advisor headquartered in Radnor, Pennsylvania. The firm was founded by George W. Connell in 2004 and is a wholly owned by Drexel Morgan & Co. HFS provides investment advice to individuals, banks and thrift institutions, investment companies, pooled investment vehicles, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, corporations, business entities, state and municipal government entities and unions.

Akzo Nobel Chemicals, Inc. manufactures healthcare, coating, and chemical products. The company is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

National Investor Relations Institute operates as an association of corporate officers and investor relations consultants responsible for communication among corporate management, shareholders, securities analysts and other financial community constituents. The company was founded by DeWitt C. Morrill in 1969 and is headquartered in Alexandria, VA.

Fisher Scientific Co. LLC wholesales scientific and engineering equipment. The company supplies organic laboratory, chemicals, allied products, and inorganic chemicals. The company is headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA.

Allegro Investment Inc (Allegro Investment) is a private equity/venture capital firm founded in 1997 by Staffan Encrantz. The firm is headquartered in Menlo Park, California.

Part of Platinum L.P. Guernsey Ltd., Smith & Williamson Fund Administration Ltd. is a wealth management and professional services group that has been providing expert advice in wealth, accountancy, and business advisory services since 1836. The company is based in London, UK. The British company offers tax compliance services to help simplify the complex rules and legislation of personal tax compliance. Additionally, they provide risk management advisory services to help businesses manage their operations.

Saunderson House Ltd. provides financial intermediary services. The company was founded in 1968 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.

Cadogan Settled Estates Ltd. provides all other business support services. The private company is based in London, UK and has subsidiaries in United Kingdom.

Leeds Castle Foundation is a historical site that showcases the lives of those who owned and commanded Leeds Castle throughout generations. The non-profit company is based in Maidstone, UK, and has subsidiaries in the United Kingdom. The restoration and conservation projects of the castle are essential in preserving its unique history for future generations. The foundation also hosts a variety of events throughout the year, making it an exciting destination for visitors. The British company was founded in 1974, and Helen Bonser-Wilton has been the CEO of the company since 2021.

Tandem Wealth Advisors LLC (Tandem) is a SEC-registered investment advisor headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona. The firm was founded in 2011 by C. Angus Schaal, Tom D'Auria, and Fred Lutcher. They are principally owned by the Schaal Trust. Tandem provides investment services to individuals, families, trusts, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and corporations.

Aberdeen Asset Management Plc is a Private Equity/Venture Capital firm, a subsidiary of Aberdeen Asset Management Plc founded in 1900. Aberdeen Asset Management Plc is headquartered in Aberdeen.

The National Gallery Trust provides charity services. The non-profit company is based in London, UK.

Founded in 1958, Merrill Lynch Piece Fenner & Smith, Inc. is an SEC registered broker/dealer located in New York City. The firm is a subsidiary of BAC North America Holding Co. and their ultimate parent is Bank of America Corp. (NYSE BAC).