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I. More Than Just Hires: Walla's Bold Step Forward in Fit-Tech Leadership

Walla (Fund III & IV) announced two key sales hires, reinforcing its commitment to diverse, female leadership in the fit-tech space. With women comprising 53% of its workforce, Walla is actively addressing industry imbalances and aligning its leadership with the predominantly female customer base to drive more empathetic, innovative, and effective growth.

II. How Kernel is Encouraging Long-Term Investment and Wealth in New Zealand with Alpaca

Kernel, a New Zealand-based fintech, has partnered with Alpaca (Fund III) to launch US stock and ETF trading, expanding its all-in-one wealth platform tailored for Kiwi investors. With features like fractional shares and local currency display, Kernel aims to make global investing more accessible while continuing its mission to promote long-term financial wellness in New Zealand.

III. 11th.com Named Tech Disruptor Finalist in the Wealth Management 2025 Industry Awards

11th.com (Fund IV), an automated investor recovery platform for RIAs, has been named a finalist for Tech Disruptor at the 2025 Wealth Management Industry Awards. The platform streamlines the recovery of funds from securities class actions, turning a complex, overlooked process into a seamless value-add for wealth managers and their clients.

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