ALPS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY FUND

ALPS Information Technology Fund, LP, is a core company of the Alps Electric North America, Inc affiliated group Alps Electric Co. Ltd. (headquartered in Japan) and its global group of companies have manufactured various electronic components since its foundation in 1948. Based on innovative proprietary technology and market outlook, the Company provides cutting-edge electronic components that contribute to the advancement of multimedia society in the four core businesses of communications and broadcasting, components, computer peripherals and car electronics. Based on a four-sphere business structure comprising Japan, Asia, the United States and Europe, Alps advances global corporate activities that strengthen partnerships with customers, countries and regions throughout the world.