Strong Capital Management, Inc.

Strong’s Heritage…a Story of Growth 1974

Founded by Dick Strong 1981

Entered mutual fund business 1983

Two mutual funds Assets under management were $748 million

1988 Eight investment professionals Assets under management were $4.2 billion Twelve mutual funds Approximately 150 employees

1990 Institutional Business Group (IBG) was formally organized

Strong’s Heritage…a Story of Growth 1994

In February, assets under management reached $10 billion 1995

Launch of Intermediary Services Expanded into Retirement Plan Services Assets under management reached $16.3 billion (500 associates)

1999 Strong acquired Ziegler Thrift Trading, Inc. (ZTT) to begin our brokerage

department 2001

Strong wins Oregon’s 529 Plan Strong wins Wisconsin’s 529 Plan - EdVest Over 1400 associates Assets under management are over $45 billion 39th largest mutual fund family among 661 firms based on assets

Strong Business Units

Investments

Retirement Plans Services

Institutional Client

Services

Retail S

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Operations

Human Resources & Corporate Services

Corporate Finance

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Investment Accounting

Information Technologies

Legal

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Compliance

InvestmentsMake decisions regarding purchase and

sale of securities for the mutual funds and separately managed accounts.

Investment Teams Portfolio Manager Research Analyst Trader

Public Relations

Institutional Client Services

Responsible for developing and servicing clients in all non-retail distribution channels

Clients: Intermediary Channels

Consultants, broker-dealers, insurance companies, banks, and financial advisors, etc.

Institutions with separately managed accounts Corporations, unions, government agencies, endowments,

hospitals, etc.

Retirement Plan Services Provides investment options, recordkeeping, and

participant education services for retirement plans Customers:

Small businesses, large corporations, and non-profit groups

Types of plans 403(b), SIMPLE, Keogh, 401(k)

Some use Strong mutual funds and recordkeeping services while others use only the Strong Investment products

Retail Services Sells and services brokerage accounts and direct mutual funds to the general public Retail Marketing

Promotes the Strong Funds and StrongOne through direct mail, TV ads and print ads in newspapers and magazines

Sales and Service Internet, telephone, and walk-in branches

Specialty Teams Retirement assistance, answers to procedural questions, specialized attention for

higher net worth clients, and brokerage services Strong Advisor Team

Manage mutual fund portfolios for clients with $100,000 or more Private Client Team

Manage stock, bond and mutual fund portfolios for clients with $1 million or more

Information Technology Provide desktop PC support, network

server administration, and maintaining internal telecommunications systems

Develop software programs such as the portfolio reporting systems and customer problem tracking

Purchase, integrate, and support software such as the payroll system

Business and technology process improvements Ensure the firm has state-of-the-art technology to meet

its business demands

Legal Responsible for the firm’s corporate legal

requirements and all compliance issues relating to the firm and the mutual funds

Acts as liaison between the firm and outside regulatory agencies

Handles all NASD registrations for Strong associates

Operations Process all transactions and account maintenance

requests relating to Mutual Fund accounts, 401 (k) accounts, and Brokerage accounts

Complete transactions and adjust already processed transactions by troubleshooting and obtaining additional information throughout the process

Other Services Research and record filing of all investor transactions Interoffice mail system Distribution of incoming mail throughout the firm Printing and sending outgoing mail to investors

Corporate Finance & Investment Accounting Responsible for the

financial planning and accounting activities of Strong

Other responsibilities: General ledger accounting Accounts payable Periodic financial reporting Internal cash management Budgeting & analysis of

operations Corporate banking liaison

Provides accounting framework for meeting regulatory and financial requirements of the mutual funds

Prepares semi-annual and annual financial reports for investors and provides accounting services for separately managed accounts

Tax planning, preparation, reporting, and compliance for Strong Capital Management, Strong Funds, and other investment products under management

Human Resources Attract, develop, and retain the right people while

providing an environment that supports Strong’s core values and allows associates to succeed

Responsible for associate recordkeeping, employment functions, associate relations, benefit programs, policy information and compensation

Strong University Facilitates professional and personal learning opportunities for

all associates

Corporate Services Responsible for maintaining and managing

the day-to-day operational needs of the firm Maintain all grounds and outdoor parking structures Assist in word processing business correspondence needs Provide concierge services through Associate Services

Investing Award winning Internet site - www.Strong.com Investor Center Company Retirement Plans Intermediary / Institutional Mail / Phone 1-800-368-3863

Strong’s Hiring PhilosophyWe look for...

Academics Consistent school performance Activities outside of academics Leadership Accomplishment Flexibility / Adaptability Passion / Competitiveness Pride

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