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Pacific Life Fund Advisors LLC (PLFA) is a SEC-registered investment advisor headquartered in Newport Beach, California. The firm was founded by Brian Robertson in 2007 and they are a direct subsidiary of Pacific Life Insurance Co., an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of Pacific Mutual Holding Co. PLFA provides discretionary investment advisory services to US open-ended mutual funds and a private investment fund.

Goldman Sachs Asset Management LP (GSAMLP) is a SEC-registered investment advisor headquartered in New York City. The firm is a wholly owned subsidiary of GSAM Holdings LLC, and their ultimate parent is Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (NYSE: GS). Founded in 1988, GSAMLP provides investment solutions to a range of individual and institutional investors worldwide.

The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Co. provides insurance and financial security solutions. The firm offers life insurance, long-term care insurance, disability insurance, annuities, and investment products. It also provides financial planning strategies and solutions. The company was founded by John C. Johnston on March 2, 1857 and is headquartered in Milwaukee, WI.

HSBC Bank Plc provides commercial banking and financial services. It operates in four businesses: Retail Banking and Wealth Management, Commercial Banking, Global Banking and Markets, and Global Private Banking. The Retail Banking and Wealth Management business offers personal banking, mortgages, loans, credit cards, savings and investments and insurance services. The Commercial Banking business offers financial products and services to enable them to operate efficiently and meet their business aspirations. The Global Banking and Markets business offers capital financing, transaction and advisory banking services, trade, research, securities services and global liquidity and cash management. The Global Private Banking business offers investment management, incorporating advisory, discretionary and brokerage, private wealth solutions, comprising trusts and estate planning services. The company was founded in 1865 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.

Northern Trust Global Investments Ltd. (NTGIL) is an investment management firm headquartered in London, UK. The firm was founded in 2000 and is a subsidiary of Northern Trust Management Services Ltd., ultimately held by Northern Trust Corp. (NASDAQ: NTRS) in the US. NTGIL provides passive and active investment advisory services for cash, fixed income and passive investment advisory services for equity portfolios and funds to institutional clients.

KPMG LLP engages in the provision of audit, tax, and advisory services. It serves the banking and capital markets, building, construction and real estate, consumer and retail, energy, natural resources and chemicals, financial services, government and public sector, healthcare and life sciences, industrial manufacturing, insurance, media and entertainment, private equity, technology, telecommunications, and venture capital industries. The company was founded in 1987 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Northern Trust Investments, Inc. (Investment Management) (NTI-IM) is the asset management division of Northern Trust Investments, Inc., ultimately held by Northern Trust Corp. (NASDAQGS: NTRS), a multi-bank holding company that was established in 1889. The firm was founded in 1988 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. NTI-IM provides a wide range of discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory and sub-advisory services to individual and institutional clients.

QIC Ltd. is a government-owned fund management firm headquartered in Brisbane, Australia. The firm was founded in 1991 by the Queensland Government to serve its long-term investment responsibilities and has grown into a long-term specialist manager in alternatives. QIC offers a range of services which includes traditional, alternative and tailored strategic solutions to institutional investors in Australia and internationally.

New York Life Insurance Co. engages in the provision of insurance products and services. It offers life insurance, retirement income, long term care, investments, and premier services. The company was founded on April 12, 1845 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Founded in 1979, Northern Trust Securities, Inc. is an SEC-registered broker/dealer and government securities broker/dealer headquartered in Chicago. The firm is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Northern Trust Corp. (NASDAQ: NTRS). They offer research, account information, market data and online trading services. In addition, Northern Trust offers a variety of banking services including retail banking, trust services, securities brokerage services and investment management services. They operate primarily in the US, continental Europe and Canada. Northern Trust Securities is a member of the NASD and the SIPC.

Republic Bank & Trust Co. provides commercial banking services. It offers personal and business banking services including checking, savings, investing, lending, internet, mobile banking and private banking, treasury management, CDs, and business online banking services. The company was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in Louisville, KY.

RGA Reinsurance Co. provides life reinsurance services. Its services include financial, reinsurance and other financial management services It develops software applications to assist the clients. The company is headquartered in Chesterfield, MO.

Northern Trust Asset Management engages in the provision of investment management services. The company is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

Part of Reinsurance Group of America, Inc., RGA Life & Annuity Insurance Co. is a life insurance company. The company is based in Chesterfield, MO. The CEO of the company is Paul A. Schuster.

Scholarship America, Inc. provides scholarships and educational support services. Its solutions include design and managed custom education assistance programs, financial and other supports to students in need, and engagement in stakeholders and influence policies. The organization was founded by Irving Fradkin in 1958 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, MN.

Chicago's Museum of Science and Industry operates as a museum. It conduct exhibitions in the fields of science, technology, engineering and medicine. The company was founded in 1893 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

The National Association of Insurance Commissioners is an organization that aims to safeguard public interest, enhance competition in the insurance market, and improve state regulation of insurance. The non-profit company is based in Kansas City, MO and has subsidiaries in the United States. The organization provides various services such as publications, technology solutions, products, and data products. It also offers access to financial data and reports for insurance companies and groups.

City Year, Inc. offers school-based service and leadership programs. It support students by focusing on attendance, behavior, and course performance through in-class tutoring, mentoring, and after school programs that keep kids in school and on track to graduate. The company was founded by Miuchael Brown, Alan Khazei, Jennifer Eplett Reilly and in 1988 and is headquartered in Boston, MA.

The Chamber of Commerce of The United States of America provides information on how businesses can adapt their workforce development and management strategies to deal with the changing labor market. The non-profit company is based in Washington and has subsidiaries in the United States. The Chamber of Commerce of The United States of America is the world's largest business organization, advocating, connecting, informing, and fighting for business growth and success. The American company was founded by Michael Scown, and Suzanne P. Clark has been the CEO of the company since 2014.

The National Association of Corporate Directors is a non-profit organization that provides essential resources to help directors strengthen board leadership. The American company was founded by Maryann Bruce and the CEO is Peter R. Gleason.

Part of HSBC Holdings Plc, HSBC Insurance Holdings Ltd. is a British company that offers opportunities in retail, commercial, investment, and private banking, as well as operational teams. The company is based in London, UK. HSBC Holdings plc’s Annual General Meeting and other shareholder meetings such as the ISM are available for interested parties. Additionally, the company offers a service to receive insight and analysis on the latest trends from HSBC executives, economists, and experts. Founded in 1969, the company is gaining fresh momentum in the process of rebuilding, particularly in its retail and commercial sectors.

National Counties Building Society provides savings and mortgage services. It offers savings and business accounts; mortgage products and services, including owner occupier, buy to let, second home, armed force, holiday home, and expatriate mortgages; home and contents, and income protection insurance; and commercial lending products. The firm also provides online services. The company was founded on March 3, 1896 and is headquartered in Epsom, the United Kingdom.

Part of Reinsurance Group of America, Inc., RGA UK Services Ltd. is a company that has one of the largest mortality databases in the world. The company is based in London, UK and is a leader in the life and health reinsurance industry. The British company uses this insight to gain a competitive advantage and provide perspectives and analysis on challenges. RGA is known for forming stable, long-term partnerships and protecting honest policyholders. The company has a strong, differentiated, and diversified franchise and balance risk and return in their investment philosophy.

Recognise Bank Ltd. engages in business banking. It offers business and personal savings, and bridging, commercial property, and professional buy-to-let loans. The company was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.