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As a significant stockholder with family association to founders of the Company as well as having served as an employee of the Company in sales and marketing, Ms. Pavlova’s membership on the Board provides it with further engagement by individuals having a long-term perspective and strong economic ties with the Company. Among her specific attributes that qualify her to serve as a member of the Board, Ms. Pavlova possesses extensive knowledge of their history and culture, is a significant stockholder and has proven a strong commitment to the arts. As the wife of co-founder and CTO Igor Samartsev and the former daughter-in-law of founder Valentin Gapontsev, Ms. Pavlova strengthens the connection between the Company’s founding members and the Board, thereby assisting in the alignment of the Board with the interests of all IPG stockholders. Her experience working for nonprofit organizations adds different perspectives to the boardroom.