The adherence to discipline we demonstrate in our research and our risk management is mirrored in the manner in which we approach the numerous steps we take long before you engage us as one of your trusted advisers. As the adage states, "a failure to plan is a plan to fail" and nowhere is this proven as vividly and as often as it is in matters of investment.

Central to the Alpha International LLC investment philosophy is the fact that our in-house, sector-based fundamental research forms the foundation of our highly successful investment process. We employ over 30 vocational analysts organized on a global basis by sector and industry.

By employing this approach, specialized expertise is developed in each sector. The analysts work within global teams to be certain of providing the comprehensive coverage crucial to our ability to provide a level of access consistent with a top tier investment manager.

We believe our commitment to making the effort to meet companies on a one-on-one basis is key to giving us a competitive advantage and ensuring we retain our edge over our rivals. It makes all the difference when we assess the key drivers of the individual stocks we use as components in our clients' portfolios.

This dedication enables Swift Alliance to identify what, in our opinion, represent attractive investment opportunities. Our investment professionals, collaborating in a team-orientated meritocracy, concentrate on building portfolios that provide attractive risk-adjusted returns.