We recently closed a financing round with one of Europes largest infra funds (to be announced in January). With their backing we want to complement our own development efforts with the acquistion of projects in RTB stage or pipelines of developers. Therefore, we want to screen the developer market in Germany, create a long list and short list, develop a standard process and evaluate first projects that we have already identified. The project shall start in January and should take 3-6 weeks.

Market Research Scope Document: Global Almond Industry Purpose We own an existing almond farm in Australia and aim to assess the macro environment of the global almond market to determine whether to retain or sell our investment. This research will provide insights into the market dynamics, risks, and opportunities, focusing on factors that influence long-term profitability and valuation. 1. Market Data Requirements Core Data Collection Points - Production Volumes: Historical and current production data by key regions. - Planting Data: Trends in new plantings, removals, and age profiles of almond orchards. - Yield Trends: Analysis of past yields and forward-looking projections. - Inventory Levels: Regional and global inventory trends, movements, and storage capacity. - Pricing Dynamics: Historical and real-time price data, including major drivers (e.g., weather, trade policies). 2. Geographic Coverage Requirements Primary Focus - European Union:*Detailed analysis with a particular focus on Spain, the EU’s largest almond producer. Secondary Focus - United States: Analysis of California’s almond market as a global production leader. Additional Markets* - Consideration of demand from emerging almond producers or markets (e.g., Middle East, India, or China). 3. Specific Market Analysis Components Production Analysis: - Europe: Bottom-up approach to assess regional outputs and future capacities, reviewing acreage trends etc. - US: similar to the EU Supply-Demand Balance: - Global and Regional:*Evaluate market equilibrium and identify shortages or surpluses. Market Trends and Drivers: - Consumption trends etc. Future Capacity: - Assess the potential for production expansion or decline in key regions. 4. Data Source Requirements European Data Sources: - Eurostat agricultural databases - Industry-specific reports (e.g., INC Almond Insights) - Local cooperative and producer association publications US Data Sources: - USDA Almond Board Reports - California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) - Trade and export data (ITC, WTO) Australian Data Sources: - ABARES reports - we can provide these - Almond Board of Australia publications - we can provide these Other Requirements: - Cross-referencing of data to ensure reliability. - Addressing data gaps through estimation and any expert interviews if necessary. 5. Deliverables 5. Report Deliverables: 1. Comprehensive market analysis report with: - Key findings - Graphical representations (charts, maps, etc.) - Regional breakdowns 2. Data sets in an accessible format (Excel, CSV). 3. Recommendations tailored for the Australian almond producer. 4. Methodology documentation detailing data collection and analysis processes. 5. Source citations with a reliability assessment. 6. Timeline Expectations: final report by first week of February Consultant Requirements - Access to agricultural databases.** Critical Emphasis This research will directly inform strategic decisions for an Australian almond producer. Accuracy, particularly in European market coverage, is essential. The consultant must deliver granular insights and practical recommendations to position the client competitively in the global almond market.

Project Description: We are implementing a corporate reform and digital transformation plan for a financial institution, focusing on modernizing its website, IT infrastructure, and content management. The project includes delivering a comprehensive Final Report outlining recommendations for enhancing website performance, IT governance, cybersecurity, and content strategy. We will handle the technical and creative deliverables, including the website audit, content governance framework, branding guidelines, UX/UI design recommendations, and implementation roadmap. Role Description: We are looking for a Freelance Corporate Report Writer/Consultant with experience in corporate strategy, IT transformation, and digital projects. The freelancer will be responsible for drafting a professional Corporate Reform Plan/Final Report following our outlined structure. The report should emphasize actionable recommendations, implementation strategies, and performance metrics based on industry best practices. Familiarity with financial institutions and digital transformation projects is preferred.

- Experienced M&A Professional (4-8 yrs) that is versatile and can run all typical workstreams (FDD, Tax, DD, Valuation and Modelling, Legal DD) - Cover projects long-term and be part of the team (until March/April 2025) - Hands-on and pragmatic - Ownership required and willingness and ability to run from day 1 and be thrown into the cold water (help will be given when raising the hand) *Former Bulge Bracket/ Elite Shop experience preferred *Former Corporate Development/ M&A professional with MedTech/ Healthcare experience preferred

prepare the End-Client, a commercial bank, for a potential exit. The project requires a Transformation Consultant and an Innovation Consultant to help shape the equity story. The bank has a broad loan portfolio, so experience with digital SME lending, digital banks, or innovative banking models is highly preferred. While they are still in the pitching phase, this will be a paid assignment for the selected Fintalents/Teams, who will also be granted exclusive rights to participate if the project is won.

Red flag financial due diligence support ONLY: - Industry: veterinary industry - Growth model: Buy & build in Germany - Deal structure: Mainly asset deals (95%) - no B/S, net debt, working capital - Only fixed fee arrangements FDD Scope - Red flag only - Direct contact to sell-side tax advisor - Expected duration per project (based on fully loaded VDD): first FDDs up to 2 weeks, further projects within 1 week realistic - Basis: German full ledgers (BWA, SuSas) - P&L: historicals, no business case, current trading (YTD, LTM), quality of earnings, check for adjustments/one-offs, etc. - Revenue per key employees (vets), salaries check (Lohnjournale) - Output: no report, only financial data book, 1-2 limited and short Q&A iterrations possible