The Universal Group Competitors

EVO'S STORY Evolution Hospitality creates distinct lifestyle experiences and drives performance throughout our curated collection of independent, luxury, boutique, lifestyle, and soft brand hotels, as well as restaurants, bars, and lounges throughout North America. From new build projects to rebranding, reflagging, and revitalizing hotels, we are experts in creating value from the onset. We have strong partnerships with all major brands and are well versed in Marriott’s Autograph Collection and Hyatt’s Unbound Collection, as well as Hilton’s Curio Collection, Tapestry, and Canopy hotels. An entrepreneurial mindset and our strong focus on revenue and sales are part of what sets us apart. Our robust infrastructure includes an in-house digital marketing agency, online culinary experts, and a performance-driven culture combined with Aimbridge’s world-class management platform—all contributing to best-in-class management practices and value enhancements for owners. THE EVO CULTURE Talented, exceptional people who are passionate about what they do are the foundation of our culture. Individuals unafraid to test new ideas, shed their ego for the good of the enterprise, and always strive to make it better than it was before. Our expertise covers every area; each a forward-thinking leader in their field. Evo is where like minds come together and love every minute of it.

GBG is one of the world’s leading branded apparel, footwear and accessories, and brand management companies. We design, develop, market and sell products across a wide range of categories under a diverse array of owned and licensed brands. With innovative design capabilities, a strong brand management focus and strategic vision, we are able to create new market opportunities and product categories for brands on a global scale. In addition, the Group is the global leader in the brand management business through its joint venture with Creative Artists Agency, CAA-GBG. GBG is a global company headquartered in Hong Kong with offices across more than 20 countries and more than 1,300 employees worldwide. GBG is a global company headquartered in Hong Kong with more than 50 offices across more than 20 countries, and more than 2,000 employees worldwide.

For over 30 years, Pinnacle Group has been the executive search firm of choice for companies seeking to build their investment teams. We improve the efficiency of the recruiting process and source exceptional candidates from the analyst to principal levels. Our areas of expertise include: • Family Offices • Endowments & Foundations • Private Credit Funds • Secondary Funds • Private Equity Funds • SBIC Funds • Asset Management Firms At Pinnacle Group, our relationships with our clients and executive candidates are based on these simple but critical core values: • Trust and Personal Service • Discretion and Confidentiality • Integrity and Consistency • Responsiveness and Professionalism When you work with Pinnacle Group, you benefit from a unique, targeted approach to recruiting and building your executive team. Partner with us to reach the pinnacle in your business and your career.