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Flatiron Realty Capital and UBS O’Connor Form Co-Investment Strategy

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Janney Served as Sole Financial Advisor to Flatiron Realty Capital, LLC

NEW YORK, Oct. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ —

Transaction Overview

Flatiron Realty Capital, LLC (“Flatiron”) has announced the formation of a co-investment strategy focused on residential transition loans (“RTL”) with O’Connor Capital Solutions (“OCS”), the private credit strategy within UBS O’Connor.

RTLs are short-term, 1st lien business purpose loans on residential real estate used for renovation and / or construction.

The investment will enable Flatiron to capitalize on its robust pipeline and attractive market dynamics. The vehicle is expected to be capitalized through an expandable investment of up to $100 million USD from OCS alongside co-invested equity from Flatiron and its owners, as well as mortgage funding facilities. The investment is expected to expand Flatiron’s managed loan portfolio to at least $600 million USD.

Janney served as sole financial advisor to Flatiron in connection with the transaction.

“We are pleased to announce the formation with OCS. We continue to see attractive opportunities within our target markets. This speaks to the strengths of the platform we have built at Flatiron and enables us to leverage our expertise by providing solutions to an expanded client base,” said Robert Talas, Founding Partner of Flatiron.

“RTLs are a growing product within the broader real estate lending industry. We see increasing liquidity and attractive capital markets dynamics for capital deployment in RTLs,” said Joshua Mercado, a principal at OCS.

Since 2015, OCS has raised more than $3 billion USD in committed capital across multiple funds and separately managed accounts. OCS focuses on credit and credit-like investments across corporate direct lending, asset finance, and real estate. It targets investment sizes from $20 to $150 million USD.

About Flatiron Realty Capital LLC

Flatiron Realty Capital was founded in 2018 as a privately funded real estate portfolio lender that offers alternative sources of financing to real estate developers and investors. Specializing in bridge loans, construction / rehabilitation financing, and 30-year rental investment products, Flatiron provides holistic solutions to satisfy the short-term and long-term financing needs of its core customer base.

Flatiron harnesses the hands-on, service-oriented approach of a local lender with the capital markets execution capabilities and technology-enabled infrastructure of a highly-scalable organization to offer customers proprietary credit solutions and customized service offerings.

For more information, please visit www.flatironrealtycapital.com

About UBS O’Connor
O’Connor is a multi-strategy hedge fund manager within UBS Asset Management, with complete independence in its investment decision-making. O’Connor has over 40 years of institutional experience in trading and market making and 20 years’ experience as a hedge fund manager with a strong focus on relative value investing and risk management. O’Connor’s capabilities cover a wide range of investment programs and manage over USD 11.4 billion in assets (as of August 2024) on behalf of institutional and high net worth clients. The firm has a global operating platform with offices located in New York, Chicago, Stamford, London, Hong Kong, Shanghai and Singapore.

For more information on UBS O’Connor, please contact:

ol-am-mediarelations@ubs.com
UK: +44 20 7901 5538
Americas: +1 212 713 3803

About the Financial Institutions Group at Janney

The Financial Institutions Group at Janney specializes in serving financial institutions looking to better manage assets, risks, operations, and create shareholder value. We offer expert advisory in a buy-side or sell-side M&A role, as well as guidance in capital raising transactions through equity or debt instruments for both public and private institutions. We have a consistent track record of delivering highly customized solutions, exceptional service, and support from a senior team of professionals.

The group has deep expertise and experience in the following sectors: Depositories, Specialty Finance, REITS, BDCs, Insurance, and Fintech.

About Janney Investment Banking

Janney’s Investment Banking practice is a leader in middle-market advisory and financing solutions. We place a high value on our consistent track record of delivering solutions and results to our clients. Since 2015, we have completed over 630 transactions aggregating over $85 billion in transaction value. We work with clients on a highly personalized basis, providing exceptional service, commitment, and senior-level attention.

Matt Veneri
Head of Investment Banking
404-601-7222
mveneri@janney.com

Depositories | Business Services | Consumer | Healthcare | Industrials | Energy | Infrastructure |    Financial Services | Technology

About Janney

Janney Montgomery Scott LLC is a leading full-service investment banking and financial services firm serving individual, corporate, institutional, and government clients. Janney is an independently operated subsidiary of The Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company, one of the 15 largest mutual insurance companies in the nation, and is a member of the New York Stock Exchange, Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, and the Securities Investor Protection Corporation.

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For more information, please contact:
Kipp Fawcett
Managing Director
212-230-2328
kfawcett@janney.com

Matthew Pennino
Managing Director
646-812-7927
mpennino@janney.com

Matthew Paul
Vice President
215-665-6022
mpaul@janney.com

Zach Zygmunt
Associate
212-888-2527
zzygmunt@janney.com

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Asian Hall of Fame Heritage Gala Highlights Impactful Legacy

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Benefit supported Women In Tech, Entertainment, Science & Sports Scholars

LOS ANGELES, May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Global ambassador Asian Hall of Fame highlighted positive messages of interracial synergy with its Heritage Gala on May 1, 2026 at the iconic Biltmore Los Angeles. CBS LA Anchor Suzie Suh served as Master of Ceremonies of the festive Asian Heritage Month celebration brought to life by vibrant heritage costumes representing Asia, Latin America, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The intergenerational benefit funded Women In Tech, Entertainment, Science & Sports (WinTESS) scholarships for 103 applicants from all racial backgrounds.

Guests from California, Washington, Oregon, Hawaii, and New York applauded the Class of 2026 Official Announcement, including Asian Hall of Fame’s first-ever Major League Baseball Inductee Hideo Nomo, nominated by the Los Angeles Dodgers, and DTLA muralist Robert Vargas as Goodwill Ambassador.

Dedicated San Marino philanthropist and Board of Governors Chairwoman Melinda Rogers was honored as the 2026 Woman of the Year, with a moving speech presented by her younger brother William Rogers. Chairwoman Rogers highlighted the endearing impact of family, and delighted audiences with her custom Korean hanbok, designed alongside Anna Kim at her Koreatown boutique.

Distinguished philanthropist Loida Nicolas Lewis (Inductee 2007) shared an inspiring fireside chat with stories of family legacy and community empowerment. Guests received commemorative autographed memoirs, and complimentary gifts from Nan Yang Delight and SUP. Inductees in attendance were Marc Anthony Nicolas, Kristen Lui, incoming Inductees Kitty Lo and Maggie Tseng, Official Design Partner of the 2026 Season.

The dramatic Heritage Costume Show, sponsored by Meridien Vacation Homes, presented pageant holders including a Rose Pageant Princess, Miss Asia USA, Miss Teen Latina Global, Hi-Teen USA, Miss International U.S. Virgin Islands, Miss Taiwanese American, and Mrs. Asia Glamour.

Maki Mae performed from her upcoming album release with pianist Jason Lo and cellist Ryan Phipps. Walter Nishinaka and Los Angeles Taiko Collective kicked off raffle drawings, including an 18-carat gold ring donated by long-standing supporter Vartan Kazanjian, owner of Estate Jewelers of South Pasadena.

ABOUT ASIAN HALL OF FAME
Established in 2004, Asian Hall of Fame strengthens interracial synergy by advancing mainstream recognition of Asian and Native legacy. Inductees include Connie Chung, Kristi Yamaguchi, Margaret Cho, amongst others. Contact: press@asianhalloffame.org, (626) 600-9418, www.asianhalloffame.org.

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Notice of Data Privacy Incident

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MOUNT STERLING, Ill., May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Brown County

Brown County, Illinois provides notice of a data privacy incident involving personal information of certain county constituents and staff.

What Happened? On April 3, 2025, we received alerts of unusual activity in one of our email accounts. We launched an immediate investigation, and retained independent cyber incident response specialists to assist. The investigation determined that two email accounts experienced unauthorized access. We have no evidence of fraud or identity theft from this incident.

What Information Was Involved. The information involved varied by individual, and may have included a first and last name along with a Social Security number, driver’s license number, government issued identification number, medical information, or health insurance information.

What We Are Doing. In addition to the above, we are offering complimentary credit monitoring and identity protection services to individuals whose Social Security numbers were believed to be involved.

What You Can Do. Generally, it is best practice to remain vigilant for incidents of identity theft and fraud from any source by reviewing your account statements and credit reports for suspicious activity and errors. If you discover any suspicious or unusual activity, promptly contact your financial institution or service provider.

Individuals are entitled to one free credit report annually from each of the three major credit reporting bureaus, TransUnion, Experian, and Equifax. To order a free credit report, visit www.annualcreditreport.com or call 1-877-322-8228.

Individuals may further learn about identity theft, fraud alerts, credit freezes, and the steps to take to protect personal information by contacting the credit reporting bureaus, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), or state Attorneys General. The FTC encourages those who discover that their information has been misused to file a complaint with them. It may be reached at 600 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, D.C. 20580; www.identitytheft.gov; 1-877-ID-THEFT (1-877-438-4338); and TTY: 1-866-653-4261.

For More Information, you may contact us at 1-800-405-6108, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. EST for further assistance.

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SharkNinja Set to Join S&P MidCap 400; Flowers Foods and F&G Annuities & Life to Join S&P SmallCap 600

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NEW YORK, May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — S&P Dow Jones Indices will make the following changes to the S&P MidCap 400, S&P SmallCap 600: 

SharkNinja (NYSE: SN) will replace Flowers Foods Inc. (NYSE: FLO) in the S&P MidCap 400, and Flowers Foods will replace CSG Systems Intl Inc. (NASD: CSGS) in the S&P SmallCap 600 effective prior to the opening of trading on Monday, May 18. NEC Corporation (TSE: 6701) is acquiring CSG Systems Intl in a deal expected to close soon, pending final closing conditions.F&G Annuities & Life Inc. (NYSE: FG) will replace Mister Car Wash Inc. (NASD: MCW) in the S&P SmallCap 600 effective prior to the opening of trading on Tuesday, May 19. Leonard Green & Partners L.P. is acquiring Mister Car Wash in a deal expected to close soon, pending final closing conditions.

Following is a summary of the changes that will take place prior to the open of trading on the effective date:

Effective Date

Index Name

Action

Company Name

Ticker

GICS Sector

May 18, 2026

S&P MidCap 400

Addition

SharkNinja

SN

Consumer Discretionary

May 18, 2026

S&P MidCap 400

Deletion

Flowers Foods

FLO

Consumer Staples

May 18, 2026

S&P SmallCap 600

Addition

Flowers Foods

FLO

Consumer Staples

May 18, 2026

S&P SmallCap 600

Deletion

CSG Systems Intl

CSGS

Industrials

May 19, 2026

S&P SmallCap 600

Addition

F&G Annuities & Life

FG

Financials

May 19, 2026

S&P SmallCap 600

Deletion

Mister Car Wash

MCW

Consumer Discretionary

ABOUT S&P DOW JONES INDICES

S&P Dow Jones Indices is the largest global resource for essential index-based concepts, data and research, and home to iconic financial market indicators, such as the S&P 500® and the Dow Jones Industrial Average®. More assets are invested in products based on our indices than products based on indices from any other provider in the world. Since Charles Dow invented the first index in 1884, S&P DJI has been innovating and developing indices across the spectrum of asset classes helping to define the way investors measure and trade the markets.

S&P Dow Jones Indices is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI), which provides essential intelligence for individuals, companies, and governments to make decisions with confidence. For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/spdji/en/

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

S&P Dow Jones Indices
index_services@spglobal.com

Media Inquiries
spdji.comms@spglobal.com

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