W I L L I S T O W E R

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1 W I L L I S T O W E R 110 floors

2 countless stories Welcome to Willis Tower, where there is a lot more than meets the skyline

3 Every day, on every floor, Willis Tower pulses with people whose work moves the world. Going up? You are in good company. Willis Tower offers 110 stories of inspiration, vision, and success right outside your office door. 4 5

4 Story #93 :: Robert Huseman, CEO From here, I see all the possibilities :30 a.m. I do my best thinking watching the city wake up. As the sun rises over Lake Michigan, the global markets are in full swing, and it is easy to connect with my London and Tokyo offices. My unobstructed view puts Chicago at my feet and everything else in perspective. This is my source of inspiration

5 A global icon. People look up to Willis Tower. Even from thousands of miles away. It is a pivotal point of reference from across town, from financial centers on both coasts, and from Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Locating here is a strategic move and a smart use of resources. Our central location makes it easy to expand your reach regionally, nationally, and internationally. Willis Tower is a dynamic, global icon. Establish a presence here, and you also establish prestige and credibility. One of a rare collection of immediately recognizable structures around the world, Willis Tower signifies a spirit and a seriousness of purpose that fosters success. A competitive advantage, all day, every day. 8 9

6 Story #82 :: Brian Harts, Esq Reward talent with a unique point of view :00 p.m. I am in a competitive business and work long hours, so a comfortable office environment is important to me. Our managing partners had the vision to choose Willis Tower due to its flexible floor plates, which allow for a great ratio of window offices to interior space. The natural light and amazing views from our offices were a key factor in my decision to join this firm

7 Spectacular on every level. The visionaries who designed Willis Tower left their cookie cutters at home. Each of its four versatile floor plates offer multiple column-free planning modules that maximize flexibility, deliver peerless views, and accommodate many kinds of businesses. You know Willis Tower from the outside. You will find the perspective from the inside just as impressive. FLOORS 90 TO ,500+ square-feet The pinnacle. Perfect for those who value visibility in every sense. FLOORS 67 TO 89 30,000+ square-feet The suite numbers here are among the most prestigious in the nation, head and shoulders above the competition. FLOORS 50 TO 66 40,000+ square-feet The best of all worlds. Stunning views combine with flexible floor plates to accommodate any design requirement. Chicago smart. That describes the forwardthinking, bases-covered engineering and infrastructure that lets companies here work fluidly and connect with the world. Redundant systems, remarkable comfort, and a mighty IT framework will impress those on your team who demand more from a space than a view. Power up. Work with confidence thanks to eight (8) ComEd electrical feeds into the building from an on-site ComEd transmission station served from two separate ComEd power generating plants. Plug in. Fiber connectivity, multiple local exchange carriers, and high-speed data access make connectivity fast and flexible. Get comfortable. Our air-conditioning and heating systems are robust and have capacity well in excess of industry standards. Take off. At 1,200 smooth-gliding feet per minute, our 104-car elevator system offers the fastest ride you will take short of an airplane. No elevators in town come close. Go green. We have already cut the building s original energy consumption by a third. Now we are aiming for more, with plans to harness solar energy, construct additional green roof space, and more. Believe sustainability matters? We do, too. FLOORS 3 TO 49 50,000+ square-feet Maximize your planning density on these wide open floor plates with a 75' by 75' column-free planning area

8 Working here is more than just another day at the office. It begins with a vibrant and sophisticated lobby, and just gets better from there. Welcome to work the way it ought to be, designed with your comfort and convenience in mind

9 Story #67 :: Diana Fairfax, Director of Investor Relations It is my favorite business asset :15 p.m. When I take a client to The Metropolitan Club, they know I mean business. In fact, this whole building is built for my business. It is practically a city within a city, with a post office, a bank, restaurants, a fitness center, and more all right here

10 Do business. Run errands. Socialize. Relax. Here, you are the center of a very pleasant universe. Take advantage of uncommon spaces. Make more time for yourself with everything under one roof. Imagine what you can do with the extra hours each week. Stay in top shape at our luxurious, full-service Fitness Center. Strength training, cardio, Pilates, yoga, and group exercise keep your workouts varied, while massage therapy, a quiet room, and wholesome food from The Met Club Café help you achieve a healthy body and mind. When Chicago gets serious about mixing business and pleasure, it books a table at the elegant Metropolitan Club a Windy City institution high on our 66th and 67th floors, where every delicacy comes with a side order of schmoozing. For more casual dining, options are plentiful: home-style Italian, margaritas and Mexican, deli-style sandwiches, and a tea, coffee shop and bakery to name just a few. Sheer variety makes it hard to get bored when you dine at Willis Tower. Getting business done is easier here personal business, too. Ship and receive packages at our full service Post Office, have party invitations printed out at our copy shop, do banking, get a haircut, see a dentist, get your back adjusted, grab a paper, and pick up flowers all without ever leaving the building

11 Willis Tower CITY HALL CHASE TOWER OGILVY TRANSPORTATION CENTER CHICAGO MERCANTILE EXCHANGE In a word, location. CHICAGO LOOP I-90 / I-94 KENNEDY EXPRESSWAY UNION STATION AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS CHICAGO BOARD OF TRADE CHICAGO STOCK EXCHANGE Everyday accessibility. Getting to this icon is easy for everyone. Willis Tower is a short walk from Union Station, Ogilvie Transportation Center, express buses and the 'L'. We are near all major expressways. And we are a short car ride from both O Hare and Midway airports. Those commuting by car can lease one of the nearly 1,000 parking spaces on site or right across the street. Willis Tower was created to connect businesses to the world and that means being accessible. Front and center to the world. Locate at Willis Tower and elevate your business to the world stage. For centuries, this place called Chicago has been a key connecting point for people and commerce. And Willis Tower symbolizes Chicago and the region, to North America, and to the world. The thriving West Loop. Once the edge of the business district, the West Loop has expanded dramatically and today is the city s new business center and the site of some of the city s most exciting development. Steps from the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, City Hall, and the Chicago Board of Trade, Willis Tower is also within walking distance of all that Chicagoans love about their city. Companies who want to stake a claim in Chicago s 21st century downtown do so here Google Buildings 2008 Sanborn Buildings 2008 CyberCity Image 2008 TerraMetrics 21

12 Take your place at Willis Tower. And bring your story to the world. ftp://ftp.alitho.com For leasing information, please contact: U.S. Equities Asset Management, LLC 233 South Wacker Drive Suite 3530 Chicago, Illinois (312)

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