Joseph Manchin III, age 77, has served as a director of our Company since April 2025. He has served on the Board of Athene Holding Ltd. since February 2025 and is a member of Athene s legal and regulatory committee. Senator Manchin has served as an adviser to Apollo since February 2025. From 2010 to 2025, Senator Manchin served as a US Senator for West Virginia. During his time in the Senate, Senator Manchin was a member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, where he served as Chair, as well as the Appropriations, Armed Services, and Veterans Affairs Committees. Before his tenure in the Senate, Senator Manchin served as the 34th Governor of West Virginia from 2005 to 2010 and as West Virginia Secretary of State from 2001 to 2005. Senator Manchin is known for his bipartisan approach, focusing on energy policy, economic development, and national security. He has been a vocal advocate for an all-of-the-above energy strategy that aims to utilize a diverse mix of energy sources to ensure energy security, economic growth, and environmental sustainability, emphasizing the importance of innovation in coal, natural gas, and renewable energy. In addition to his work in public policy, Senator Manchin is dedicated to supporting his home state of West Virginia through various philanthropic initiatives, including education and workforce development programs. He is actively involved in promoting civic engagement and fostering collaboration between the public and private sectors. Senator Manchin graduated from West Virginia University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in business administration. We believe that Senator Manchin s extensive experience in governance, his deep understanding of energy policy, and his commitment to economic development and public service qualifies him to serve on our Board of Directors.