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Scopia Capital LLC is a New York based firm that provides investment management with a long/short, value driven, market-neutral approach, as well as long only investment management to institutional investors. The company was founded in 2001 by Matt Sirovich and Jeremy Mindich. We believe that our investment style is unusual in that we combine fundamentally focused, deep due diligence and a concentrated portfolio of high conviction long and short positions with the discipline of market neutrality. As of November 30th 2010, Scopia had $1.6 billion in assets under management and an outstanding team of 24 employees. Our management company has been registered as an investment adviser with the Securities and Exchange Commission since 2003. For further information please contact (212 ) 370-0303 or email us at investors@scopiacapital.com.

Founded in 1984, Brynwood Partners is a private-equity firm that makes control investments in lower middle market companies over a long-term horizon. The firm acquires companies in a diverse range of industries with enterprise values between $15 and $125 million. The principals of Brynwood Partners believe operating expertise is the most important factor for creating value in lower middle market companies. This helps to bring extensive experience as both company operators and private equity investors to each opportunity and allows the principals to work in partnership with management teams to create long-term value. Located in Greenwich, Conn., Brynwood Partners is a privately owned company that employs nearly 10 people.

Pegasus Capital is a prominent private markets investment manager based in Cos Cob, CT, specializing in generating strong returns by integrating social and environmental factors into its investment approach. Founded in 1996 by Craig Cogut, the firm focuses on creating jobs, expanding access to clean energy, and promoting water and food security, ultimately building stronger local economies. With nearly 30 years of experience, Pegasus Capital has pioneered impact investing in sustainability and health, backing innovative projects that support energy independence and resilience. The firm's investment strategies include sustainable infrastructure and solutions within the sustainable ocean economy, aimed at driving sustainable growth and securing essential resources. Generated from the website