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Page 1: AS ABG CONTINUES TO BUILD OFF - HKTDC · 2015-01-21 · as abg continues to build off . its success as an intellectual property licensor, the company is changing the face of the licensing
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AS ABG CONTINUES TO BUILD OFF ITS SUCCESS AS AN INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LICENSOR, THE COMPANY IS CHANGING THE FACE OF THE LICENSING GAME. WE’RE GOING BEYOND THE TRADITIONAL BRANDED PRODUCT APPROACH AND WE ARE CREATING EXPERIENCE BASED OUTLETS WHICH BUILD AUTHENTIC BRAND LOYALTY.

THE WORLD IS FULL OF IDEAS. SOME ARE GROUND BREAKING, BUT HAVE

NO STRUCTURE.Nick WoodhousePresident & CMO

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WE ARE

IDEA NAVIGATORS

WE TAKE BRILLIANCE AND POINT IT TOWARD SUCCESS

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COMPANY PROFILE

WE ARE A BRAND DEVELOPMENT, LICENSING AND ENTERTAINMENT COMPANY. IN CONJUNCTION WITH LEONARD GREEN & PARTNERS, OUR MANDATE IS TO ACQUIRE, MANAGEAND ELEVATE THE LONG-TERM VALUE IN CONSUMER, CELEBRITY AND MEDIA BRANDS. ABG’s mission is to build a global portfolio of world-renowned brands and to further enhance brand equity by partnering with industry leading brand licensees.

Our portfolio of brands span the celebrity, media and entertainment, luxury apparel, action sports, home and consumer electronics segments. This vast footprint enables us to develop partnerships with key accounts across retail channels from high-end department and specialty stores to mid-tier and mass retailers.

The company’s innovative marketing strategies continue to drive the success of our brands, and our team is able to seamlessly transition between traditional and new media initiatives, as well as celebritybrand alignment.

We are backed by one of the nation’s preeminent private equity firms

with over $15 billion of private equity capital raised since inception. The

firm, founded in 1989, has invested in over 70 companies with aggregate

value of over $88 billion.

Leonard Green & Partners’ current and past portfolio includes numerous

leading retailers such as Neiman Marcus, Whole Foods Market, Lucky Brand,

Topshop/Topman, The Container Store, J.Crew, Bergdorf Goodman’s,

Equinox, PETCO Animal Supplies, The Sports Authority, Tourneau, David’s

Bridal and Rite Aid.

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COMPANY PHILOSOPHY

THE WORD AUTHENTIC IS IN OUR COMPANY NAME FOR A REASON. WE SEEK PARTNERSHIPS WITH TRENDSETTING BRANDS THAT EXUDE ORIGINALITY AND PASSION AND THEN ELEVATE EACH THROUGH INNOVATIVE MARKETING AND LICENSING STRATEGIES.

BUILDING GLOBAL BRANDSAuthentic Brands Group creates profitable global licensing and distribution programs with short to long-term revenue potential and a cohesive brand presence and exposure, while developing an infrastructure to support existing and new business expansion worldwide.

Through hundreds of years of combined experience in retail, licensing and marketing, our team manages all aspects of the licensing business from royalty collection to licensee compliance to brand integration.

BRAND GUARDIANS We build equity in brands through brand protection.

CORPORATE STRENGTH We have a strong business core

capable of managing all aspects of the licensing process from royalty collection to licensee compliance.

RETAIL CONNECTIONS We have established

relationships with retailers from luxury to mass market.

MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE Our diverse team of business

professionals has over 100 years of combined experience in retail, licensing,

marketing and brand building.

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WE ARE EXPANDING THE LICENSOR PARADIGM AND UNDERSTAND THAT A TRUE PARTNER GUIDES AND ASSISTS THE BRAND BUILDING PROCESS. WE ARE FLEXIBLE AND NIMBLE AND EMPOWER OUR PARTNERS TO DRIVE BUSINESS.

We recognize the need for a full 360˚ approach when it comes to building a brand. We revel in partners that understand product is king, and know that without a clear strategy, a business will not have the chance to experience its true potential.

THE ABG DIFFERENCE

MARKETING

CONSUMER

PLANNING &ALLOCATION

PRODUCT

LOGISTICS

IN-STORE

AUTHENTIC BRANDS GROUP’S36O DEGREES OF SUCCESS

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$1.1BILLION

$395MILLION

$1.3BILLION

$450MILLION

SPORTS & LIFESTYLE MEN’S FASHION WOMEN’S FASHION & ACCESSORIES CELEBRITY, MEDIA & ENTERTAINMENT

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MANAGEMENT TEAM

THE ABG TEAM

James “Jamie” Salter Chairman & Chief Executive OfficerFor 29 years, James Salter has consistently generated strong returns for investors in numerous lifestyle and fashion brand related activities. James’ success encompasses the full spectrum of business activities. Prior to ABG, James was the CEO of Hilco Consumer Capital Corp. (“HCC”) and he previously served as President of GSI Commerce. James has completed well over $4 billion of brand-related investments, which have included both growth companies and turnarounds. His record of outstanding performance is a clear demonstration of his ability as a visionary to recognize value and seize opportunity.

Nick Woodhouse President and CMOWith over 27 years of experience in the retail industry, from Buyer to Vice President, Nick Woodhouse experienced first hand the challenges and rewards of growing a Canadian sporting goods retail icon – Forzani Group Ltd, from $55 million to $1.7 billion in annual sales. As President and Chief Marketing Officer of Authentic Brands Group, overseeing the company’s global sales, marketing and digital media strategies, as well as ABG’s strategic planning and execution that will deliver both short and long-term company goals and objectives.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Kevin Clarke Chief Financial OfficerKevin’s investment banking experience includes over twenty years of working with companies in a variety of industry sectors. Most of his investment banking experience was spent at Bear Stearns & Co., where he was a senior managing

director and head of health care mergers & acquisitions.

Terri L. DiPaolo COO & General CounselTerri’s legal background includes positions such as in-house counsel for Lion’s Gate Films’ music division, General Counsel for The Estate of Bob Marley, and associate positions at premier entertainment law firms: Fischbach, Perlstein & Lieberman, LLP and Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP.

James Salter | Chairman & Chief Executive Officer of Authentic Brands Group

Michael Kirton | Vice President at Leonard Green & Partners

Jonathan Seiffer | Partner at Leonard Green & Partners

Usama Cortas | Vice President at Leonard Green & Partners

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OUR COMPANY IS FUELED BY BRAND NAVIGATORS & INDUSTRY SPECIALISTS

THE ABG TEAM

Natasha Fishman

Jim Gibb

Matt Van Ekeren

Amy Wright

June Park

Allyson Mathers

Simon Chin

Angela Linn

Jason Moreau

Maggie Cook

Adam Kronengold

Jeremy Castro

Haley Steinberg

Kerri Wright

Nicole Jerner

SVP Marketing, Women’s Fashion & CME

Creative Director, CME & Women’s Fashion

Creative Director, Sports & Men’s Fashion

Graphic Designer

Graphic Designer

Graphic Designer

Sr. Brand Approvals Manager

Assistant Approvals Manager

Assistant Approvals Manager

Assistant Approvals Manager

Sr. Digital Marketing Manager

Marketing Manager

PR & Communications Manager

Social Media Coordinator

Director of Ecommerce

BRAND SUPPORT & CREATIVE

Richard Goldberg

Eric Ruder

Bridgette Fitzpatrick

Pamela Bebry

Phil Ulster

Karla Aspiras

Jennine Osborne

M & A Financial Associate

Associate General Counsel

Director of Intellectual Property

Manager of Business and Legal Affairs (Licensing)

Staff Attorney

Staff Attorney, Trademarks

Office Coordinator / EA to Terri DiPaolo

LEGAL & OPERATIONS

Lauren Grosso

Chandra Lee

EA to the Chairman/CEO & President/CMO

EA & Office Manager — Toronto Office

EXECUTIVE SUPPORTCorey Salter

John Erlandson

Jarrod Weber

Serena Godwin

John Dickinson

Marc Rosen

Bill Gerber

Gary Hovey

Jasen Wright

Katie Jones

Matt Novoselsky

Jeffrey Wolf

Jessica Passarello

Lissa Bourjolly

Tishana Williams

Danielle Zwernemann

Ikenna Ezeh

Taylor Morono

Matthew Salter

VP of International Business Development

VP of Business Development

VP of Men’s Fashion

VP of Women’s Fashion & Accessories

VP of Sports & Lifestyle

GM of Sales, Celebrity, Media & Entertainment

Senior Advisor, ABG Media

Director of Music Publishing

Director of Business Development, Sports

Director, Brand Licensing: Marilyn Monroe & Elvis Presley

Director of Sports & Lifestyle

Associate Brand Manager

Juicy Couture Brand Leader

Women’s Fashion Brand Leader

CME Licensing Coordinator

Juicy Couture Licensing Manager

Brand Leader, Muhammad Ali and TapouT

Business Analyst

Licensing Manager, Sports & Lifestyle

BRAND MANAGEMENT & SALES

JoJo Dizon

Christine Chen

Vicky Schiulaz

Peter Eng

Michele Colen

Matt Mason

Chris Ealy

Alisa Pritsker

Gerald Kong

VP of Finance

Controller

Senior Royalty Accountant

Royalty Accountant

Senior Financial Analyst

Financial Analyst, Budgeting & Forecasting

Bookkeeper

AP & AR Manager

RoyaltyZone Coordinator

FINANCE

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ABG’S BRANDS HAVE PARTNERED WITH SOME OF THE TOP GLOBAL BRANDS AND ARE AVAILABLE AT MAJOR RETAILERS OF EVERY TIER.

BRAND POSITIONING

BRAND PARTNERS

RETAIL REPRESENTATION

GERARD DAREL

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BRAND PORTFOLIO

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EVEN 5O YEARS AFTER HER PASSING, MARILYN MONROE IS ONE OF THE MOST BELOVED HOLLYWOOD STARS OF HER CINEMATIC ERA.

Not only was she a defining actor, but she embodied American sex appeal, vulnerability, charm, charisma, talent and tragedy.

Her persona and image have captivated the world over and continue to transcend gender and generation.

By all accounts she is one of the greatest icons of all time.

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SHE’S DAZZLING, SHE’S VIVACIOUS, AND SHE’S BURSTING TO MEET THE WORLD! WITH HER TRADEMARK BLONDE HAIR AND RED LIPS, MINI MARILYN IS THE EPITOME OF ALL THINGS GLAMOROUS.Mini Marilyn empowers girls, encouraging them to be confident, take risks and dream big. She seeks to make the world a better place by inspiring others through her creative mindset and individuality, delivering the message that no matter how little you are you can achieve great things.

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EVEN 35 YEARS AFTER HIS PASSING, ELVIS IS ONE OF THE FEW GLOBAL ICONS WHO INSTANTLY EVOKE A UNIVERSAL, POSITIVE RESPONSE.

It is no secret that Elvis’ powerful and global persona reach far beyond music and movies.

Elvis has become a strong force that impacts all areas of popular culture—from Broadway plays and live Las Vegas entertainment, to books, movies, television, music and concerts.

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MUHAMMAD ALI REMAINS ONE OF THE MOST RECOGNIZABLE MEN ON EARTH MORE THAN FIFTY YEARS AFTER HE EMERGED AS A GOLD MEDALIST AT THE 196O ROME OLYMPICS.

Among his countless awards and accolades, he was named Sports Illustrated’s “Sportsman of the Century”, GQ’s Athlete of the Century”, is a United Nations Messenger of Peace, and has received the Presidential Medal of Freedom and the Amnesty International Lifetime Achievement Award.

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JUICY COUTURE IS A GLAMOROUS, IRREVERENT, AND FUN LIFESTYLE BRAND FOR THE DECIDEDLY FASHIONABLE.

Embracing the effortless attitude of its Los Angeles heritage, Juicy discovers the couture in the every day, and delivers an element of surprise in all of its designs. The global phenomenon is identified as a casual luxury brand, offering apparel in the categories of women, girls and baby, handbags, shoes, intimates, swimwear, fragrance, accessories and jewelry.

Juicy Couture is available in approximately 200 Juicy Couture stores, Juicy Couture outlet stores and select department stores in over 25 countries throughout North America, Europe, Asia, Latin America and the Middle East.

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JUDITH LEIBER COUTURE IS A LUXURY HANDBAG BRAND SYNONYMOUS WITH ELEGANCE, STYLE AND SOPHISTICATION.

Each product is hand-crafted with meticulous attention to detail and flawless artisan craftsmanship. These works of art have come to re-define the accessory category through their unmatched, cutting-edge fashion, and timeless style. Judith Leiber is sought after, coveted and carried by international tastemakers, influencers and celebrities who demand ultimate luxury and grace the world’s biggest fashion stages, galas and red carpet affairs.

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THE ADRIENNE VITTADINI BRAND WAS ESTABLISHED IN 1979 WHEN DESIGNER ADRIENNE VITTADINI REINVENTED KNITWEAR AS A FRESH, FEMININE AND SENSUAL WAY TO DRESS.

The brand, and Adrienne herself, quickly became a favorite among fellow fashion designers and beloved by women worldwide who were drawn to her vibrant colors, rich textures and unexpected details. The brand today draws from this heritage and continues to inspire and delight women with timeless style.

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TARYN ROSE WAS FOUNDED IN 1998 BY ORTHOPEDIC SURGEON AND SHOE DESIGNER DR. TARYN ROSE.

Combining medical know-how with beautiful materials and design stylings, her shoe line reinvented the industry by offering women exquisite silhouettes that not only look amazing but are extremely comfortable. Over the years, the Taryn Rose brand has continued to combine fashion, comfort and luxury, dominating the fashion-comfort space in the industry.

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MISOOK IS A UNIQUE COLLECTION THAT COMBINES FINE GAUGE KNITTED FABRIC AND EXTRAORDINARY TAILORING; IT IS THE PERFECT CLOTHING CHOICE FOR THE PROFESSIONAL WOMAN AND THE WOMAN ON THE RUN.

Each style is constructed from specially treated fibers that are washable and virtually wrinkle-free, though has the appearance of fine suiting or of an exceptional sweater. For nearly two decades, Misook has brought elegance, sophistication and fashion to a woman who’s enjoyed a constant and subtle evolution of the product over the years that effortlessly traverses from desk to dinner, from the clubhouse to the courthouse.

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HICKEY FREEMAN, FOUNDED IN 1899 IN ROCHESTER, NY, REMAINS THE LUXURY CLOTHIER MADE IN AMERICA THAT MEN RELY UPON FOR BUSINESS WEAR, FORMAL WEAR, AND SPORTSWEAR.

A balance of skilled hand work and technological innovation combined with silhouettes of contemporary style and elegance make the Hickey Freeman name synonymous with superior quality.

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OUR STORY IS AN AMERICAN ONE. FOUNDED IN 1887, TWO IMMIGRANT BROTHERS BY THE NAMES OF HARRY & MAX HART SCRAPED TOGETHER JUST ENOUGH MONEY TO OPEN UP A MEN’S CLOTHIER IN DOWNTOWN CHICAGO.

Through their tireless work, savvy innovation and unwavering commitment to dressing men in high-quality clothing produced right here in the USA, the brothers grew their company into one of the largest men’s suit manufacturers in the world. HSM continues in that tradition today, giving well-dressed men of conviction the style and grace they demand in the American-made choice they deserve.

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SANSABELT IS FOR THOSE WHO APPRECIATE FASHION-FUNCTIONAL ACCENTS DESIGNED TO MAKE EVERYDAY LIFE A LITTLE MORE MANAGEABLE AND A LOT MORE COMFORTABLE.

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BOBBY JONES EMBODIES THE MODERN COUNTRY CLUB LIFESTYLE.

It’s a new take on grand tradition: the best of classic, American, luxury products for the contemporary lady and gentleman.

Bobby Jones is quality, class and luxury. It is where style merges with substance, because being worthy of respect always looks good. It is a brand that reflects a certain set of values and looks not to elevate our consumers’ style, but to complement and punctuate it.

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PALM BEACH IS AN ALL-AMERICAN LIFESTYLE BRAND THAT ANSWERS TODAY’S PRESSING NEED FOR STRESS-FREE SOLUTIONS AND SURROUNDINGS. We believe that a person is defined by the times in life when they kick their feet up and enjoy their surroundings. The clothes they wear, the people they’re with and their chosen activities speaks volumes about the person.

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SPYDER IS A CATALYST FOR THE PROGRESSION OF DESIGN AND HYPER-PERFORMANCE. FROM DAY ONE, SPYDER HAS BEEN DRIVEN BY THE RELENTLESS HUNT FOR ORIGINALITY AS IT DEFINES MODERN MOUNTAIN STYLE.

Spyder believes that skiing is an instinct. The fusion of a predator’s psyche and an artist’s rhythm. This instinct pushes the brand to the edge of control, and beckons it to white and cold, powder and ice, to find a line and attack it with strength and style. A sense from the very beginning that down is fun, and down fast is addicting.

It is an instinct both difficult to control and impossible to contain, and it’s at the heart of everything Spyder creates.

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THIS BRAND HAS BEEN A STALWART IN THE TENNIS INDUSTRY FOR YEARS AND CONTINUES TO INNOVATE AND GROW AS A LEADER IN THE SPORT.

Prince’s patented technological advances with their racquets and strings is matched by the impressive on-court product portfolio.

While maintaining a strong on-court market, Prince will be tackling the off-court market. This move will allow the consumer the ease of carrying over their look from the court to the city.

This move puts Prince on the map as one of the only brands in the tennis world that consumers can enjoy in all facets of their life.

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CREATED IN 1989 BY A FORMER DIVISION I BALL PLAYER, THE BRAND HAD A FRESH STYLE AND ATTITUDE THAT PLAYERS UNDERSTOOD WAS UNIQUE AND AUTHENTIC. THE BRAND QUICKLY STARTED TO GROW.

NBA players were spotting wearing Above The Rim apparel despite the fact that they were officially endorsing other brands. And the basketball community took notice. In 1992, ATR was purchased by a major athletic footwear company and Above The Rim shoes hit the court. Today, ATR continues to be a brand that understands players and dedicates itself to helping them Rise. Elevating their game, their team and themselves… Above The Rim.

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CELEBRATING INDEPENDENT EXPRESSION. AIRWALK HAS BEEN A FIXTURE IN THE BOARDSPORT COMMUNITY SINCE 1986. THEY’VE BEEN INVOLVED WITH SOME OF THE MOST LEGENDARY SKATERS, SURFERS, AND RIDERS AND THEY STILL ARE.

Airwalk strives to constantly challenge people both locally and globally to keep support and awareness for the scene alive, and to give back to the people that live, breathe and bleed doing what they love.

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SINCE HIND WAS FOUNDED IN 1974 THE BRAND HAS BEEN DEDICATED TO CREATING INDUSTRY-LEADING PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS DESIGNED WITH THE INDIVIDUAL SPORT ATHLETE IN MIND. HIND CATERS TO ATHLETES PARTICIPATING IN RUNNING, FITNESS, OUTDOOR SPORTS, YOGA AND CYCLING.

Today, the demands of performance athletes are more intense than ever and Hind is more focused than ever on providing them with the apparel, footwear and accessories that allow them to achieve their individual performance and fitness goals.

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IT WAS 1976 AND SKATEBOARDING WAS UNDERGOING CHANGES THAT WOULD FOREVER SHAPE THE SPORT AND ITS CULTURE. FROM THAT FIRST YEAR, IT WAS CLEAR THAT VISION WAS SOMETHING DIFFERENT.

Vision re-defined skate and street style with its use of bold, in your face graphics on its skate decks, t-shirts and sneakers. Since hitting the scene well over 30 years ago Vision footwear has always been designed to withstand the wear and tear of skaters everywhere.

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TAPOUT IS MORE THAN A BRAND AND A LIFESTYLE, IT IS A MOVEMENT BASED ON THE CULTURE, DEDICATION AND PASSION FOUND IN THE HEART OF EVERY ATHLETE.

The escalating energy around TapouT is rooted in Hard Body Fitness. TapouT has been at the forefront of performance athletics and is rapidly growing outside of the gym and into sports such as football, rugby and other contact sports.

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SPORTCRAFT IS AN INDUSTRY LEADER IN THE FIELD OF LAWN GAMES, TABLE TOP GAMES AND A VARIETY OF TAILGATE, SWIM AND FITNESS GAMES.

While maintaining a stronghold in this category, Sportcraft continues to push the boundaries with consumer gaming.

ABG has focused its vision on developing a mobile game division that will not only diversify Sportcraft’s portfolio, but also strengthen everything it already has in place.

Making this leap will take the Sportcraft name into every facet of the entertainment spectrum.

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THE ABG ZIP BRAND PROGRAM CONSISTS OF BRANDS THAT AT ONE TIME EXISTED IN A VARIETY OF DIFFERENT RETAILERS AND CATEGORIES.

As we continue to work closely with our partners, we understand that opportunities often arise for private label, special makeup or new product categories that call for a different brand name than the one you are currently licensing.

With the Zip Brand program, our partners will be able to “check-out” the brands listed on the following pages. You will be able to use these brands when needed and check them back in when you are done.

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SPORTS & LIFESTYLE

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PLEASE CONTACT YOUR DESIGNATED BRAND LEADER FOR MORE INFORMATION OR QUESTIONS REGARDING ZIP BRANDS.

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NEW YORK

100 West 33rdSuite 1007

New York, NY 10001