Hubiao Zhu, CAIA

Roland Berger is the only leading global strategy consultancy of European origin. The firm combines deep industry expertise with broad experience across core management functions and transformation programs. Founded in 1967 and headquartered in Munich, Roland Berger supports companies worldwide in shaping and executing complex transformations – from strategic repositioning and performance improvement to the development and application of data-driven, AI-enabled solutions. Roland Berger is working towards achieving its company-wide net-zero emission reduction targets by 2040, validated by the Science Based Targets initiative. The firm’s progress is documented in its annual ESG report. In 2025, Roland Berger generated revenues of over EUR 1 billion. Roland Bergers advisory expertise is particularly centered on Transformation & Corporate Performance, value creation through AI & Digitalization, and helping organizations navigate Geostrategic Resilience & European Sovereignty. Please find our legal notice and data protection notice here: https://www.rolandberger.com/en/legal/ https://www.rolandberger.com/publications/publication_pdf/roland_berger_data_protection_notice_social_media.pdf

DWS Group (DWS), with EUR 1,093bn of total assets under management (as of 31 March 2026), is a leading European asset manager with global reach. With approximately 5,000 employees in offices around the world, DWS offers individuals, institutions and large corporations access to comprehensive investment solutions and bespoke portfolios across the full spectrum of investment disciplines. Its diverse expertise in Active, Passive and Alternative asset management enables DWS to deliver targeted solutions for clients across all major liquid and illiquid asset classes. For US Investors: www.dws.com/Social