1. www.acg.org Page 1 Association for Corporate Growth

2. www.acg.org Page 2 ACG Global Vision To be the leading professional association for individuals involved in building corporate value worldwide.

3. www.acg.org Page 3 ACG Global Mission To promote the professional and business interests of the Association for Corporate Growth members by providing access to knowledge and business opportunities through networking, communications and forums related to both internal and external corporate growth. Effectively support local chapters in achieving their membership, networking and programming goals and strengthen the perceived value provided by the Association.

4. www.acg.org Page 4 Asia Strategy Develop a vibrant network of industry leaders focused on corporate growth. Host programs and events that meet the networking and educational needs to members.

5. www.acg.org Page 5 Membership

6. www.acg.org Page 6 Membership Demographics

7. www.acg.org Page 7 Strategic Plan 2007–2010 1.Create a digital platform to facilitate member networking, business sourcing, communication and collaboration, and enhance chapter programming on a global basis. 2.Expand ACG presence strategically in targeted, key markets while expanding elsewhere as opportunities arise.

8. www.acg.org Page 8 Networking ACG provides networking at 700+ events and online networking opportunities. 75% of ACG members report doing business with other ACG members. Being an ACG member lends credibility and creates trust with other members.

9. www.acg.org Page 9 What people are saying about ACG “We see ACG as a critical part of our global client strategies” -Den White, Partner-in-Charge, McDermott Will & Emery, LLP “ACG has been a fundamental part of our business strategy. Over half of the deals completed by our company in the last 20 years involved a member of ACG. Those relationships have been key in getting the deal completed.” -Andy Rice, Senior Vice President - International, The Jordan Company

10. www.acg.org Page 10 What people are saying about ACG “ACG offers a compelling value proposition, apprising members of M&A trends and deal opportunities, while building enduring, profitable relationships.” -Harris Smith, Managing Director, Grant Thornton, LLP “ACG’s M&A intermediaries and investment banking members are where the corporate and private equity action is. Anyone who wants to tap into the deal flow of the highest concentration of middle market dealmakers in the world ought to join ACG.” -Patrick Hurley, Managing Director, MidMarket Advisors

11. www.acg.org Page 11 ACG Structure ACG Global Global Board of Directors Global Committees Manages ACG Brand Provides services to chapters and members Global Budget Global Events Membership Directory ACG Chapters Chapter Board of Directors Chapter Committees Separate Corporate Entities Provides services to members Chapter Budget Chapter Events Membership Policies Chapter Affiliation Agreement

12. www.acg.org Page 12 ACG Interconnectivity Global Chapter Member Chapter Member

13. www.acg.org Page 13 47 in North America 6 in Europe 1 in China 54 Chapters

14. www.acg.org Page 14 What’s Next? Montreal Nebraska Oklahoma Bulgaria Czech Republic Hungary Italy Spain India Chapter expansion plans for 2010 and beyond. Japan

15. www.acg.org Page 15 ACG Chapters Vary in size from 50 – 1,000 members with an average membership of 225. Provide local educational and networking events based on the markets they serve. Will host over 700 events in 2009. ACG Chapters – Where Members and Opportunity Meet!

16. www.acg.org Page 16 Chapter Events Some of the speakers featured at ACG chapter events Allan Greenspan Past Chairman of the US Federal Reserve John Major Former UK Prime Minister Steve Wozniak Co-Founder of Apple Tom Friedman NY Times columnist and Pulitzer Prize winning author

17. www.acg.org Page 17 Chapter Events Chapters host specialized events such as Capital Connections, DealSource®, industry specific programs, and social events. Capital Connection Intense networking experience between deal sources and senior partners of exhibiting private equity funds. DealSource® Provides a "drawn-curtain" venue, allowing intermediaries and investment bankers the privacy they prefer for meetings.

18. www.acg.org Page 18 Chapter Events Clean Tech Conferences International Business Conferences Industry panel discussions – Energy, healthcare, manufacturing Market forecasts by well known economists Networking dinners or cocktail receptions

19. www.acg.org Page 19 ACG Global Support to local chapters including leadership events, Website development, membership processing, brand management, global expansion and online resources. Premier international events such as InterGrowth. Member benefits  Interactive Website  Industry publications

20. www.acg.org Page 20 ACG Global Board 28 members serve on the board – 7 officers – 11 Chapter Regional Directors – 10 Directors Terms – Officers serve one year in office – Chapter Regional Directors & Chairman of Finance serve two year terms – Directors-at-Large serve three year terms

21. www.acg.org Page 21 Den White, Chairman Gary LaBranche, President & CEO Michael Carr, Vice Chairman Cliff Braly, Chairman of Finance Tom Walton, Secretary Stuart Johnson, 2010 InterGrowth Chairman Harris Smith, Immediate Past Chairman Global Board Officers

22. www.acg.org Page 22 Chapter Leadership Resources Annual global and regional leadership meetings Monthly best practice webinars Online board and committee rooms Online resource library Web development Annual European Chapter Leadership Meeting September 2009

23. www.acg.org Page 23 Only annual, global event for ACG members. Provides high-level dealmakers and service providers with exceptional networking, learning and business- building opportunities.  95% of attendees report making valuable business contacts at the event  65% directly attribute new deals to attending InterGrowth

24. www.acg.org Page 24 Other Global Events ACG is a co-host of both the Chinese International Private Equity Forum & the Asian Financial Forum ACG co-hosts other exciting events with partners such as Grant Thornton ACG looks forward to having exciting events in Asia.

25. www.acg.org Page 25 ACG Website Connect with 12,000+ ACG members via the online, searchable member directory. Join an online group based on industry, job function, or interest. Locate competitive data through ACG CapitalLink SM Access online publications, videos, and photos

26. www.acg.org Page 26 Online Groups 81 online groups Make connections Be part of online discussions View and post resources See relevant events

27. www.acg.org Page 27 Publications Mergers and Acquisitions: The Dealmaker's Journal - ACG's official monthly magazine providing coverage and analysis of key deals and influential developments in the M&A field, featuring articles and columns written by ACG members, and other leading experts. Achieving Corporate Growth - ACG's monthly e- newsletter that highlights several ACG news items and member initiatives.

28. www.acg.org Page 28 New Chapter Formation Chapter formation generally takes 6-8 months of diligent organizing. Selecting an Organizing Committee of at least eight industry leaders is a key driver of success. The Organizing Committee leads the development of the chapter, membership, and initial events until the Board of Directors is selected. Mentoring and support provided by ACG Global, other Chapters and ACG member firms.

29. www.acg.org Page 29 Organization of Events Organizing Committees may host interest events prior to the actual chapter formation. Events are generally comprised of a high-profile speaker or well known industry panel. Networking time should always be built into the program. ACG Global can set-up a chapter Website in order to promote the organization of the chapter and local events.

30. www.acg.org Page 30 Membership Recruitment The Organizing Committee should leverage the individual contacts of its members to develop a member prospect list. ACG Global will assist by developing a prospect list utilizing industry databases. The most successful Chapters include Corporate, Private Equity, Intermediaries and a variety of service providers.

31. www.acg.org Page 31 Formation Process Formation of Organizing Committee. Development of events and membership. Development of Chapter Formation Application. Application approval by ACG Global. Chapter Affiliation Agreement signed. Formation period followed by complete chapter status (typically 12-18 months).

32. www.acg.org Page 32 Benefits for Founders Exposure on the local and global level Voice in the organizations direction Global leadership opportunities Enhanced status as a global business leader

33. www.acg.org Page 33 Thank you for your interest in ACG. We look forward to working with you.