First Quarter 2023 Earnings Conference Call
Cautionary Statement
This investor presentation contains forward-looking statements. Statements in this investor presentation that are not historical facts, including statements regarding
guidance, goals, intentions, and expectations as to future plans, trends, events, or future results of operations or financial position, constitute forward-looking
statements. Forward-looking statements are based on current expectations and assumptions that are subject to risks and uncertainties, which could cause our
actual results and outcomes to differ materially from those reflected in the forward-looking statements, and are subject to change based on a number of factors,
including those outlined under Item 1A, Risk Factors, in our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K, and our other filings with the Securities and Exchange
Commission ("SEC"). Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made, and we undertake no obligation to update publicly any of them in light
of new information or future events.
Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. A number of important factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those
contained in any forward-looking statement. Such factors include, but are not limited to, the following:
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the effects of a challenging economy on the demand for our advertising and marketing services, on our clients' financial condition and on our business or
financial condition;
our ability to attract new clients and retain existing clients;
our ability to retain and attract key employees;
the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, including potential developments like the emergence of more transmissible or virulent coronavirus variants, and
associated mitigation measures, such as restrictions on businesses, social activities and travel, on the economy, our clients and demand for our services;
risks associated with the effects of global, national and regional economic conditions, including counterparty risks and fluctuations in interest rates,
inflation rates and currency exchange rates;
the economic or business impact of military or political conflict in key markets;
risks associated with assumptions we make in connection with our critical accounting estimates, including changes in assumptions associated with any
effects of a challenging economy;
potential adverse effects if we are required to recognize impairment charges or other adverse accounting-related developments;
developments from changes in the regulatory and legal environment for advertising and marketing services companies around the world, including laws
and regulations related to data protection and consumer privacy; and
the impact on our operations of general or directed cybersecurity events.
Investors should carefully consider the foregoing factors and the other risks and uncertainties that may affect our business, including those outlined under Item 1A,
Risk Factors, in our most recent annual report on Form 10-K, and our other SEC filings. Investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking
statements, which speak only as of the date they are made. We undertake no obligation to update or revise publicly any of them in light of new information, future
events, or otherwise.
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