Kidder Advisers again certified by Centre for Fiduciary Excellence

Clive, Iowa, April 10, 2020 – For the fourth consecutive year, Kidder Advisers has received the
CEFEX Certification for Investment Fiduciary and Advisory services from the Centre for Fiduciary
Excellence. The certification demonstrates fiduciary excellence at the firm, based on a best practice
standard.

To receive certification, firms undergo an assessment, including document review, client file
sampling, onsite visits, a background check and interviews with senior leaders. The assessment is
evidence-based, and all work is reviewed by the CEFEX Registration Committee to ensure reliability
and consistency.

In announcing the certification, Keith Gredys, Chairman and CEO of Kidder Advisers, noted,
“The CEFEX certification demonstrates our ongoing commitment to helping plan sponsors and
participants realize the highest levels of compliance and peace of mind.”

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