American Stock Transfer & Trust Company, LLC (AST) is a full-service, tech-enabled professional services firm that helps companies and shareholders across North America maintain momentum through the use of secure corporate data, analytics, advisory services, and a strategic approach to every interaction. AST was originally founded as a transfer agent in 1971. Through organic growth and strategic acquisitions, AST pioneered a new model of integrated services in the industry. Our affiliates now include CST Trust Company, D.F. King & Co., Inc., and Donlin, Recano & Company, Inc. Together, we lead the industry with a comprehensive portfolio that includes transfer agent and registrar services, corporate governance and advisory services, issuer and mutual fund proxy services, equity plan solutions, restructuring services, personal wealth and investment services, and class action and mission critical services. Every day, through every interaction, we help clients streamline mission-critical operations, increase efficiencies and remove operational obstacles so that they can focus on moving their companies forward _ in communications, in strategic planning, and in growth. AST is an Equal Opportunity Employer.