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Hanover Investors Management LLP (Hanover) is a private equity firm is founded in 2002 by Matthew Roy Peacock. The firm is headquartered in London, United Kingdom.

AXA Investment Managers UK Ltd. (AXA IM-UK) is the UK-based investment subsidiary of AXA Framlington Group Ltd., itself a subsidiary of AXA SA (XP: CS, ADR: AXAHY) in France. The firm is headquartered in London and was founded in 1979. AXA IM-UK manages a diverse range of pooled funds and offers tailor-made investment products for liability management. They specialize in institutional pension fund management and individual retirement savings products.

Botts & Co. Ltd. (Botts) is an independent UK funds management and investment firm which was founded by John Botts, in association with Allen & Co of New York, in 1987.

The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales ensures that its members, students, and affiliates maintain the highest standards of professional competency and conduct to protect the public interest. The non-profit company is based in London, UK, and has subsidiaries in the United Kingdom. With over 150,000 members, the institute provides technical information, helplines, and communities to its members.

Part of AMMB Holdings Bhd., AmInvestment Bank Bhd. The company is based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. is an investment platform and investment banking service provider. Seo Han Soo has been the CEO of the Malaysian company since 2007.

Levine Leichtman Capital Partners, Inc (LLCP) is an Independent Private Equity firm founded in 1984 by Arthur E. Levine and Lauren Beth Leichtman. The firm is headquartered in Beverly Hills.

Nomura International (Hong Kong) Ltd. (Nomura International HK) is the brokerage subsidiary of Nomura Asia Pacific Holdings Co. Ltd., which is ultimately-owned by Nomura Holdings, Inc. (TYO: 8604) in Japan. Headquartered in Hong Kong, the firm’s global markets team offers research, sales and trading of global securities to a diverse range of clients globally, including institutional investors, financial institutions, corporates, financial sponsors and government entities. Nomura International HK operates a truly integrated, cross-asset platform which includes research, sales and trading in equities, currencies, rates and credit in cash and derivative products.

Heartstone Inns Ltd. acquires, develops, and operates pubs. Its pubs offer a wide range of food and drink. The company was founded by James Birch, Robin Kennedy Black, and Stuart John Hawthorn on July 25, 2006 and is headquartered in Reading, the United Kingdom.

CPA Australia Ltd. is an Australian company that has been operating since 1954 and provides education, training, technical support, and advocacy services in the accounting profession. The private company is based in Southbank, Australia and has subsidiaries in Hong Kong. The company engages with governments, regulators, and industries to advocate for policies that stimulate sustainable economic growth. With over 166,000 members working in 100 countries and regions, CPA Australia is one of the world's largest accounting bodies. It was founded in 1886 by Andrew Lyell, Arthur Cleveland, Benjamin Doughty Smith, Thomas Brentnall, John McAlister Howden, Charles Morell Holmes, William Crellin, and Edward Langton. Andrew Paul Hunter has been the CEO of the company since 2018.

HCR123 Ltd. is a furniture manufacturing British company that specializes in creating custom furniture for hotel chains. The private company is based in Redditch, UK. The company was founded in 1976.

Part of HLD Group of Cos., The Heartbeat Manufacturing Co. (Redditch) Ltd. is a British company that designs and manufactures hooks and acrylic retail accessories. The company is based in Redditch, UK. The company was founded in 1946. The CEO is Ross Kendall. The Heartbeat Manufacturing Co. (Redditch was acquired by HLD Group of Cos. from HCR123 Ltd. on March 17, 2021.

Foster Denovo Ltd. provides financial planning and investment advisory services. The company was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in London, the Untied Kingdom.

K2 Partnering Solutions Ltd. provides contract staffing and permanent hiring services. Its services include contract staffing, permanent hiring, education and training. The company was founded by James McHugh in 1997 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.

RWC Asset Management LLP (RWC) is the alternative asset management subsidiary of RWC Partners Ltd. in Great Britain. The firm was founded by John H. Innes in 2007 as MPC Asset Management LLP. Headquartered in London, RWC primarily provides discretionary investment advisory services to pooled investment vehicles as well as separately managed accounts.

Balmuir Nominees Ltd. is a British company that acts as a nominee, trust, or depository. The private company is based in London, UK.

Antidote Technologies, Inc. provides online search and referral engine for clinical trials. The firm transforms clinical trials by directly connecting patients with research organizations to make new treatments available. It provides clinical trials information in the areas of Alzheimer's, asthma, bipolar, breast cancer, COPD, depression, diabetes, HIV, leukemia, lung and prostate cancer & rheumatoid arthritis. The company was founded by Jessica Mann, Pablo Graiver and Eithan Ephrati in 2010 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.

Investec Bank Plc (Broker) (IBP) is the brokerage arm of Investec Bank Plc, itself a subsidiary of Investec Plc (LON: INVP) in Great Britain. Headquartered in London, IBP was founded in 1950 and they offer a full spectrum of brokerage services specifically tailored for corporate clients.

Intuition IT Solutions Ltd. operates as a Information technology recruitment agency. It engages in the provision of contract and permanent recruitment solutions. The company was founded by Sacha Milojevic in 2006 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.

Part of Canaccord Genuity Group, Inc., Canaccord Genuity (Hong Kong) Ltd. is a capital markets division that provides investment banking, research, sales, and trading services to institutional and corporate clients. Based in Hong Kong, HK, Canaccord Genuity (Hong Kong is one of the premier financial services firms in the region. The Chinese company also offers wealth management, investment, stockbroking, and financial planning services. Peter J. O'Malley has been the CEO of the company since 2012.

Part of Affinity Associates Ltd., Flemmings Financial Services Ltd. provides retirement planning services. The company is based in Birmingham, UK. The British company was founded in 1995. Flemmings Financial Services was acquired by Affinity Associates Ltd. on March 20, 2023.

B&B Investment Partners LLP (B&B Investment Partners) is a private equity division of Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. founded in 2013 by Chris Britton and Jean-Philippe Barade. The firm is headquartered in London, United Kingdom.

Lantum Ltd. engages in the provision of healthcare services. It also offers staffing solutions. The company was founded by Melissa Morris, Ishani Patel and William Hoyer-Millar on February 15, 2011 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.

Part of Foster Denovo Group Ltd., Foster Denovo Group Services Ltd. is an award-winning financial advisory firm that provides financial advice to individuals, businesses, and charities. The company was founded in 2009 and is based in Addlestone, UK. The British company offers a range of financial resources, including guides and whitepapers, for individuals, employers, business owners, and financial advisers. Foster Denovo Limited is registered in England and Wales and is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). The company believes that working with a trusted financial adviser can deliver security and confidence, and they prioritize their clients in all that they do.

ZACD Financial Group Ltd. provides financial advisory services. The private company is based in Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

Zacd Fund Holdings Pte Ltd. functions as an investment holding Singaporean company. The private company is based in Singapore, Singapore.

Part of ZACD Group Ltd., Zacd Group Holdings Ltd. provides investment management services. The company is based in Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

Aker Energy AS engages in the exploration and production of oil and gas properties. It aims to become the offshore oil and gas operator of choice in Ghana. The company was founded in February 2018 is headquartered in Lysaker, Norway.

PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (UK Broker) is the brokerage division of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, which is ultimately held by PricewaterhouseCoopers International Ltd. The firm is headquartered in London and was founded in 2002. They provide brokerage services to their clients.

Hangzhou Longyun Network Technology Co., Ltd. engages in the development of computer network and gaming software technology. The company was founded on October 9, 2014 and is headquartered in Hangzhou, China.

Foster Denovo Group PLtd. provides financial consulting services. The company was founded on December 20, 2006 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.