21^st Century Group, LLC is an active, yet disciplined investor. The firm
acquires and exits investments over a multi-year horizon, balancing its
investment pace by patiently pursuing a systematic investment strategy.
This strategy is characterized by:

• emphasis on seasoned companies with strong and stable
  (i.e. non-cyclical) cash flow;
• the ability to generate attractive market returns through de-leveraging;
• concentration on a manageable number of business sectors;
• preference for companies enjoying competitive advantages and meaningful
  market share;
• willingness to pursue entities with significant growth prospects
  (even before considering potential add-on acquisitions); and
• insistence on the potential to add value through the application of
  post-acquisition strategies and techniques.

21^st Century Group combines the strong management skills of an experienced Chief Executive Officer of large organizations with the time-tested investment experience and skills of a seasoned investment team. The firm focuses on creating value by employing a prudent investment discipline to generate long-term, consistent returns.