b'I t is our tenet of being independent thinkers, of being unafraid.Since our founding, value has for the most part been out of favor. The result?A strong team who has forged through difficult times. A team who has remained steadfast.A team who has experienced the good that happens with courage of conviction and remaining true to our compass.Alissa Corcoran, CFA Co-CIO, Director of Research& Portfolio ManagerKopernik Global Investors, LLC|9'