The Hartford Financial Services Group

As part of one of the oldest financial services companies in the United States, Hartford Investment Management has developed a strong results-oriented culture based on delivering superior investment solutions to our clients. It thrives on the firm s ability to harness the insights and experience garnered over several decades to help clients face the challenges of today s financial markets. Hartford Investment Management, with its wholly-owned subsidiary, is entrusted with over $107 billion in assets under management on behalf of institutions, sub-advised mutual funds affiliated and non-affiliated insurance companies. It has more than 80 investment professionals, providing extensive coverage of the global fixed income market. The firm s portfolio managers average 17 years of investment experience; credit analysts average 14 years of investment experience; and traders average 12 years of investment experience. The firm has 60 professionals who have earned the CFA designation or are currently enrolled in the Chartered Financial Analyst program.

The Lincoln National Life Insurance Company in Hartford, Conn., is the home office of Lincoln National Corporation s life insurance operations. It offers insurance products to affluent individuals and small business owners through a variety of company-owned and independent distribution channels. The Lincoln National Life Insurance Company is one of five business segments operated by its parent company, Lincoln National Corporation. Its principal executive offices are located in Philadelphia. Lincoln National Corporation is a holding company operating multiple insurance and investment management businesses through subsidiary companies.