Press Release

Global Link Logistics To Manage Own Shipments
At Origin from Asia to North America

End-to-End Network, Operating Under Golden Gate Logistics Brand,
To Offer Smoother Booking, Better Visibility

Atlanta, Ga. – July 9, 2007 -- Global Link Logistics, the leading provider of import logistics services to the North American home furnishings industries, announced today that effective July 16, 2007, it will begin managing its own shipments at origin from Asia to North America under the brand of its parent company, Golden Gate Logistics.

“This is a key milestone for Global Link as it will allow us to considerably expand our services at origin, greatly improve supply chain visibility off our dedicated, end-to-end IT platform, and significantly control our costs and service to our customers,” said Gary Meyer, president of Global Link Logistics.

“We have been preparing for the conversion to our own offices under the Golden Gate Logistics brand for some time, and we’re delighted to have full staffing and a complete end-to-end IT solution in place today,” said Christine Callahan, COO, Global Link Logistics.  “We’ve hired the best management team in the business in Asia, and we’re excited about our expansion to serve our customers’ needs.  Our business will continue to provide the high quality products and services on which we have built our reputation.”

Golden Gate has flagship offices in Tianjin, Shanghai, Shenzhen and Hong Kong, and full coverage throughout China.  Indonesia, Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia and other origin points are being handled by the Southeast Asia network of agents with full visibility and direct access into the Global Link system.

“We have assembled an experienced origin team that I have worked with for many years,” said Antonio Leung, senior vice president of Golden Gate Logistics, who is heading up Golden Gate’s strategy and operations in Asia. “I am confident that our very capable staff will perform exceedingly well as they meet the needs of our customers at key origin points across Asia.”

Recently, Global Link announced a new transpacific express service called FLEX, an acronym for Furniture Less than container Express. Designed specifically for home furnishings shipments from Asia to North America, FLEX helps reduce landed costs and inventories for North American importers while providing complete supply chain visibility and event management.

Global Link is a leader in containerized ocean freight transportation and supply chain solutions, specializing in Transpacific Asian/North American trade lanes. Based in Atlanta, GA, Global Link is among the ten largest ocean forwarders in the rapidly growing China to U.S. trade lane and is also the leading freight forwarder and customs broker for the U.S furniture industry.

Since its inception in 1998, Global Link has achieved very strong growth by providing exceptional service and low landed cost solutions.

Global Link Logistics is owned by Golden Gate Logistics of Palo Alto, Calif. Golden Gate Logistics acquires and consolidates premier logistics providers in North America and Asia to create innovative, flexible solutions for companies with logistics needs in those regions.

Golden Gate Logistics announces the appointment
of Antonio Leung as Senior Vice President, Asia Region

Palo Alto, Calif. – Sept. 27, 2006
Golden Gate Logistics, a logistics company focused on Asia-to-North America supply chain solutions, has named Antonio Leung senior vice president, Asia region, a new executive position with the company. In this post, Leung will be responsible for the strategy, development and operation of Golden Gate’s activities in Asia.

Leung has over 35 years experience in the ocean shipping and logistics consolidation industries. Prior to joining Golden Gate, he was vice president of greater China for APL Logistics, a company he joined in 1996. He has also held management roles in liner, logistics, operations and marketing with Fritz Companies, American Consolidation Services and American President Lines.

Leung holds a master’s degree in technology management/global logistics management from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology.

“We’re tremendously excited to have Antonio join our company,” said John Williford, CEO of Golden Gate. “He brings an incredible wealth of knowledge, leadership and energy to the Golden Gate team.”

Based in Palo Alto, California, Golden Gate Logistics was formed by GTCR Golder Rauner, LLC and John H. Williford, the founder of Menlo Logistics and former CEO of Menlo Worldwide. Golden Gate acquires and consolidates premier logistics services providers in North America and Asia, creating an innovative, flexible solutions provider for companies with logistics needs in those regions. Golden Gate recently acquired Global Link Logistics, a leading provider of ocean and brokerage services from Asia to North American furniture and lighting importers.

GTCR and Golden Gate Announce the Acquisition
of Global Link Logistics, Inc.

CHICAGO, June 8, 2006
Golden Gate Logistics, LLC, a logistics company formed by GTCR Golder Rauner, LLC (“GTCR”) and John H. Williford, today announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Global Link Logistics (“Global Link”).

Global Link is a leader in containerized ocean freight transportation and supply chain solutions, specializing in Transpacific Asian/North American trade lanes and import services from Latin America.  Based in Atlanta, GA, Global Link is among the ten largest ocean forwarders in the rapidly growing China to U.S. trade lane and is also the leading freight forwarder and customs broker for the U.S furniture industry.

Since its inception in 1998, Global Link has achieved very strong growth by providing exceptional service and low landed cost solutions.  Its customers include companies shipping from factories in Asia and Latin America to their distribution networks or directly to retailers.

Golden Gate Logistics was formed by GTCR, one of the nation’s leading private equity firms, in partnership with Williford in February 2006.  The company, headquartered in Palo Alto, California, is focusing on acquiring and consolidating logistics providers in the U.S. and internationally.

“Global Link and its management team, led by President Gary Meyer, create an exciting partnership for us, said Golden Gate Logistics CEO Williford. “We expect to complement Global Link’s capabilities with further acquisitions in North America and Asia.” 

“Global Link provides an excellent growth platform from which Golden Gate Logistics can further build its logistics capabilities,” commented GTCR Principal David Donnini. “Global Link’s forwarding services are a critical element of Golden Gate’s strategy to become a leading logistics provider to multi-national companies,” added GTCR Vice President Dean Mihas

About Golden Gate Logistics, LLC
Based in Palo Alto, California, Golden Gate Logistics is a company formed by GTCR Golder Rauner, LLC and John H. Williford, the founder of Menlo Logistics and former CEO of Menlo Worldwide.    Golden Gate’s goal is to acquire and consolidate premier logistics services providers in North America and Asia, creating an innovative, flexible solutions provider for companies with logistics needs in those regions.   More information about Golden Gate Logistics may be found at www.goldengatelogistics.com.

About GTCR Golder Rauner, LLC
Founded in 1980, GTCR Golder Rauner, LLC is a leading private equity investment firm and long-term strategic partner for outstanding management teams. The Chicago-based firm pioneered the investment strategy of identifying and partnering with exceptional executives to acquire and build companies through a combination of acquisitions and strong internal growth. GTCR currently manages more than $6 billion of equity capital invested in a wide range of companies and industries.  More information about GTCR may be found at www.gtcr.com.

GTCR announces partnership
to form Golden Gate Logistics, LLC

CHICAGO, February 14, 2006
GTCR Golder Rauner, LLC (GTCR), one of the nation's leading private equity firms, today announced it has entered into a partnership with John Williford, John Rocheleau and Ed Feitzinger to form Golden Gate Logistics, LLC (Golden Gate).

The new company, headquartered in Palo Alto, California, will focus on acquiring and consolidating logistics providers in the U.S. and internationally.  GTCR plans to invest up to $200 million of equity capital to support management's strategy of building a leading global logistics company.  Williford will act as CEO of Golden Gate, Rocheleau will serve as CFO, and Ed Feitzinger will serve as senior vice president.

“The formation of Golden Gate Logistics is consistent with GTCR’s long-standing investment strategy of identifying highly attractive industries and partnering with exceptional management teams,” commented GTCR Principal David Donnini.

“The logistics business is still evolving and full of opportunities.  I'm excited to be able to shape the industry by building a major new player,” said Williford.  “I'm also delighted to be partnering with GTCR, a firm with a long history of backing experienced managers and giving them the time and resources needed to build an industry leading company.”

“We continue to see a number of compelling investment opportunities in the global logistics industry,” added Dean Mihas, vice president at GTCR. “By partnering with one of the industry’s leading executives, we expect to build a valuable enterprise in this dynamic and growing sector.”

Williford has 25 years of experience in all aspects of the transportation and logistics industry.  He most recently served as CEO of Menlo Worldwide, the logistics subsidiary of CNF, Inc.  Williford was responsible for launching Menlo in 1991 and building it into a leading logistics provider globally. 

Rocheleau has more than 16 years of financial and operational experience in the transportation and logistics industry.  From 2001 to 2005, he served as CFO of Menlo Worldwide and has occupied several related posts with CNF, Inc.  Feitzinger brings over 15 years of relevant sales, technology and operational experience.  Most recently, he served as head of worldwide logistics at Hewlett Packard.  Previously, he was senior vice president of sales and marketing at Menlo.  

About Golden Gate Logistics, LLC
Based in Palo Alto, California, Golden Gate Logistics is a company focused on acquiring and consolidating logistics providers in the U.S. and internationally. More information about Golden Gate Logistics may be found at www.goldengatelogistics.com

About GTCR Golder Rauner, LLC
Founded in 1980, GTCR Golder Rauner, LLC is a leading private equity investment firm and long-term strategic partner for outstanding management teams. The Chicago-based firm pioneered the investment strategy of identifying and partnering with exceptional executives to acquire and build companies through a combination of acquisitions and strong internal growth. GTCR currently manages more than $6 billion of equity capital invested in a wide range of companies and industries. More information about GTCR may be found at www.gtcr.com