Adam J. Epstein Becomes a Prestigious NACD Fellow

NACD Fellows Demonstrate Commitment to the Highest Levels of Corporate Governance and Leadership in the Boardroom


WASHINGTON, DC--(Marketwire - Dec 4, 2012) - Third Creek Advisors, LLC (TCA) announced today that Founding Principal Adam J. Epstein has become a National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) Board Leadership Fellow, the highest level of credentialing for corporate directors and corporate governance professionals. Mr. Epstein is lead independent director of OCZ Technology Group, Inc.

As an NACD Fellow, Mr. Epstein has demonstrated his knowledge of the leading trends and practices that define exemplary corporate governance today, and has committed to developing professional insights through a sophisticated course of ongoing study.

"I am honored to join the distinguished and diverse group of individuals who make up NACD's Fellowship Program, and who have committed to advancing the highest standards of boardroom leadership," said Mr. Epstein.

Mr. Epstein is a corporate director, and a special advisor to small-cap boards through his firm, Third Creek Advisors, LLC. A former attorney and hedge fund manager, he is the author of "The Perfect Corporate Board: A Handbook for Mastering the Unique Challenges of Small-Cap Companies" (New York: McGraw Hill, 2012). Mr. Epstein speaks and writes nationally about small-cap issues, and has been featured on CNN and in The Wall Street Journal.

"We are proud to announce that Adam has joined NACD's credentialed directors and has taken the next step in the pursuit of boardroom excellence," said Mr. Ken Daly, president and CEO of NACD. "Our fellows help advance the highest standards for those who serve in the boardroom, strengthening our businesses and driving director professionalism. The impact of this program is unmatched and they should be commended for their ongoing commitment to their own professional development."

About NACD
The National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) is the only membership organization focused exclusively on advancing exemplary board leadership. Based on 35 years of experience, NACD identifies, interprets and provides insights and information that corporate board members rely upon to apply their wisdom and knowledge to make sound strategic decisions and confidently confront complex business challenges and enhance shareowner value. With more than 11,500 corporate director members, NACD provides world-class director education, director training and proprietary research about leading boardroom and corporate governance practices to promote director professionalism and bolster investor confidence. To learn more about NACD, visit www.NACDonline.org.

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