Signia Capital – December 31, 2009 | 509.789.8970 | 108 North Washington, Suite 305 | Spokane, WA 99201.

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Signia Capital – December 31, 2009 | | 108 North Washington, Suite 305 | Spokane, WA 99201

2 Spokane, WA based; founded 2001 Extensive small cap value experience. Operating partners have majority ownership of the firm Team-based investment process Focus on valuation, quality and catalyst creates superior opportunity set Assets under management $520 million at

3 The Signia Value Formula The intersection of these attributes is Signia’s Investment Focus

4 The Process: Identification of Value & Quality Company MKT CAP Price/Book Debt/CAP ABC50.750% DEF % GHI10.90% JKL % MNO % PQR % STU % VWX % YZA % AAA % BBB %

5 The Process: Selection Company MKT CAP Price/Book Debt/CAP ABC50.750% DEF % GHI10.90% JKL % MNO % PQR % STU % VWX % YZA % AAA % BBB % Narrow opportunity set to firms showing the deepest value with the strongest balance sheet

6 The Process: Catalyst Company MKT CAP Price/Book Debt/CAP ABC50.750% DEF % GHI10.90% JKL % MNO % PQR % STU % VWX % YZA % AAA % BBB % Types of catalysts: Company specific: new products, new markets, hidden assets, restructuring Cyclical: industry correction over 1-3 year period Secular: 5-10 year industry trends Identified by: Analyzing 10-K and 10-Q SEC documents Industry/sector research Discussion with company management

7 The Process: Selection and Presentation to the Team Company MKT CAP Price/Book Debt/CAP ABC50.750% DEF % GHI10.90% JKL % MNO % PQR % STU % VWX % YZA % AAA % BBB % Prepare company overview for group presentation Discuss company characteristics and fit within portfolio Portfolio management discussion

8 The Process: Buying and Monitoring Signia Buys at 1.0x Book 1 st Catalyst 2 nd Catalyst Sell at 3x Book Price Time

9 Signia Capital: Historical Performance

10 Signia Capital: End Result – Price/Book and Debt Cap

11 Portfolio Construction 60 to 70 positions 1.5% normal position weight 5% maximum position weight 30% maximum sector weight Average turnover 35-60%

12 Conclusion Boutique small cap value focus Majority ownership by operating partners Focus on valuation, quality, catalyst creates superior returns Consistent, proven process and track record

13 Questions and Answers

14 * Data source: eVestment Alliance

15 Portfolio Management Team Richard Beaven, CFA Portfolio Manager and Principal - Rich has over 15 years of experience in the investment management industry. Prior to joining Signia in 2002, Rich was the Assistant Director of Research and a Portfolio Manager for a $2 billion Pacific Northwest money management firm. He has also served as the President of the Spokane Chapter of the Society of Financial Analysts. Rich holds a B.A. from the University of Kentucky and a M.B.A from Gonzaga University. In addition, he is a CFA Charterholder as well as a member of the CFA Institute. Anthony Bennett, CFA Portfolio Manager and Principal - Anthony has over 12 years of experience in the investment management industry. Prior to co-founding Signia Capital Management, he was an Equity Research Analyst for a $2 billion Pacific Northwest money management firm. Anthony holds a B.A. in Finance from Gonzaga University and is a CFA Charterholder. He is also a member of the CFA Institute. Daniel Cronen, CFA Portfolio Manager and Principal - Dan has over 12 years of experience in the investment management industry. Prior to co-founding Signia, Dan was an Equity Research Analyst for a $2 billion Pacific Northwest money management firm. Dan holds a B.A. from Gonzaga University and a M.B.A with an emphasis in finance from Gonzaga University. In addition, he is a CFA Charterholder and a member of the CFA Institute.

16 Research, Compliance, Trading & Operations Colin Kelly, CFA Associate Research Analyst - Prior to joining Signia, Colin was Vice President of Equity Research for a Pacific Northwest wealth management firm. He has also served as an adjunct professor of Finance at Gonzaga University. Colin holds a B.B.A. from Gonzaga University with emphasis in Finance and Marketing. In addition, he is a CFA Charterholder, a member of the CFA Institute, and currently serves as the Vice President of the CFA Society of Spokane. David Krebs, CSCP Chief Compliance Officer and Chief Operating Officer - David is a Certified Securities Compliance Professional and Registered Investment Advisor Representative. Prior to joining Signia he was the Network and Database Administrator for a $2 billion Pacific Northwest money management firm for 3 years. David holds a B.A. from Eastern Washington University. Christopher Miller Trader - Christopher is responsible for all trade operations at Signia Capital. Prior to joining Signia, Chris was the Account Administrator for trading at a $2 billion Pacific Northwest money management firm for over 10 years. Chris holds a B.A. in Finance from Eastern Washington University. Laura Carlson Operations Manager - Laura joined Signia in 2007 and has over 20 years experience in the investment industry. As Operations Manager, Laura is responsible for all day-to-day operations and portfolio administration. Prior to joining Signia, Laura served as Director of Operations for a $2 billion Pacific Northwest money management firm. Laura brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to Signia and our clients. Kelly Haack Operations Associate - Kelly joined Signia in January of She is responsible for providing information about Signia and our investment products to prospective institutional clients. Kelly has over thirteen years of financial and investment industry experience. Most recently Kelly was a registered representative for a financial planning firm. Kelly received a Bachelor of Arts in business administration with an emphasis in finance from Eastern Washington University

17 Advisory Board Members Paul Greenwood - Chairman Paul Greenwood has over 20 years of investment experience, most recently as Director of U.S. Equity for the Russell Investment Group. At Russell he was responsible for the performance and investment content of all of Russell’s U.S. Equity efforts, including more than $30 billion invested in Russell’s multi-manager funds, and all U.S. Equity research performed on behalf of Russell’s global consulting clients, representing $1.6 trillion in total assets. Paul is currently a Managing Director at Northern Lights Ventures, an independent private equity firm providing strategic resources and capital to the money management industry. Steven Neff - Board Member Steve serves as an active member of Signia's advisory board. Previously he served as Signia's Director of Marketing and Client Services for 5 years. Prior to joining Signia he was a shareholder and Senior Vice President of Marketing and Client Services for a $2 billion Pacific Northwest money management firm for 15 years. Steve holds a B.S. in Business from the University of Nebraska at Kearney Richard Thompson - General Partner Richard Thompson is a founding member and General Partner of Signia Capital Management. Rick is a serial entrepreneur, who co-founded and served as CEO and/or chairman of two successful Internet technology companies, Adify and FlyCast Communications. Rick was also on the founding team of Octel Communications. Rick holds a BS in psychology from UCSC and an MBA from the Wharton School. Lawrence Braitman - General Partner Lawrence Braitman is a founding member and General Partner of Signia Capital Management. Larry is a serial entrepreneur, who co-founded two successful Internet technology companies, Adify and FlyCast Communications. Previously, Lawrence worked as an attorney with the firm Saul Ewing Remick & Saul in Philadelphia, PA. Lawrence holds a B.A. in Psychology from Franklin Marshal College and a J.D. from Georgetown University. John Scelfo - Board Member John Scelfo is the Chief Executive Officer of Spur Industries, a manufacturer of specialty metals products serving international industrial companies. Prior to joining Spur Industries, John was a Vice President and Plant Manager with Kaiser Aluminum. John has over 30 years of experience managing industrial companies.

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