The Parton Group improves the quality of your investment decisions by providing in-depth research, analysis and commentary. Utilizing our decades of global expertise in both the technology and business of the forest products sector we provide investment decision support that is unmatched in the industry. Contact us to find out more about how we can also provide bankable biomass availability and cost studies for cellulosic ethanol production and electricity generation. The Parton Group Services include (click each to read more): • Corporate Development and Financing, • Investment screening, • Corporate assessments and valuations, • Project financing, M&A and due diligence support, • Market studies, • Biomass studies for ethanol production, • Environmental mediation support. Corporate Development and Financing Through our decades of experience in the forest products sector and service to the financial community, we provide advice on M&A, divestures and funding sources. Post acquisition we provide ongoing support to financial owners by representing their interest on management committees. Investment screening Based on unique investment thesis we analyze the sector to identify the best long and short investments opportunities to match our clients' individual needs. Corporate assessments and valuations We offer in-depth analysis of forest products companies including the strategic direction, competitiveness and valuation of operating and non-operating assets and business units. Analysis often includes economic modeling of the company to project future earnings. Project financing, M&A and due diligence support We provide bankable project and investment analysis including market surveys, operating cost and competitive positioning analysis. With our knowledge of the industry we can assist in identifying both take over targets as well as acquisition candidates in the case of asset disposal. Market studies Our understanding of the industry is enhanced by in depth analysis of local and global market development for all product grades including demand/supply balance, price development, price forecast modeling and global trade flows. Biomass studies for ethanol production Raw material cost is the greatest variable operating cost for biomass based electricity generation, biofuels and ethanol production. We conduct financing quality material availability and cost studies utilizing research, surveys and ultimately field validation to assess both the current market conditions as well as projecting future supply/demand balance. Environmental mediation support Projects include multiple plant process modeling and effluent calculations resulting in technical briefs that become the basis of legal briefs. From Wall Street to the board room to mill operations and markets, our people speak your language. Contact us to find out more about how The Parton Group can turn research and data into wise investment decisions. We truly strive to surpass our clients' expectations and are very pleased that over half of our engagements are from our existing client base. © Copyright 2007The Parton Group, Inc.