THE TRUST COMPANY is a fundamental research-based equity manager. Our equity selection process focuses on quality, growth and valuation characteristics. We search for companies that we believe will exhibit above average earnings growth over the long term leading to future stock price appreciation. We are investors in companies as opposed to market timers and believe that attractive investments can be found in all economic environments. Our approach is based on risk control, broad diversification and low turnover. Members of our portfolio management team average over 23 years of investment experience. We manage several distinct equity strategies for clients:

• Mutual Fund – Manager of Manager Strategy
  
• Large-Cap Core Equity Management
  
• Enhanced Dividend Investment Management
  
• Socially Responsible Investing