UMBF UMB Financial Corporation

UMB Fund Services, Inc. (UMBFS), a subsidiary of UMB Financial Corporation (NASDAQ: UMBF), was recently selected as the service provider for The Westport Funds, which collectively hold more than $1.0 billion in assets. Westport Advisers, LLC, an affiliate of Westport Asset Management, Inc., serves as investment adviser to the funds. �We were looking for a provider that offers solutions tailored to our individual needs and also upholds high-touch customer service � UMB Fund Services meets both of these components,� said Andrew Knuth, Chairman and Chief Investment Officer of Westport Asset Management, Inc. �We are excited about our partnership with Westport,� added John Zader, chief executive officer of UMB Fund Services, Inc. �As their service provider, we intend to provide a combination of elite products and technology solutions that will allow Westport�s fund managers to focus on what they do best � manage assets to further the success of their funds.� UMBFS will provide core fund services for both of Westport�s funds -- including fund accounting, transfer agency, custody and distribution. In addition, UMBFS has been aggressive in expanding its service offerings to address the evolving requirements of the mutual fund industry while maintaining responsive customer service. About UMB Fund Services, Inc. UMB Fund Services, Inc. offers a complete line of products and services to the mutual fund industry including administration and fund accounting, alternative investment services, investor services and transfer agency, marketing and distribution. UMB Fund Services, Inc. is a co-sponsor of a multiple series trust, the Investment Managers Series Trust. UMB Financial Corporation (NASDAQ: UMBF), the parent company of UMBFS, is an $8 billion financial services holding company headquartered in Kansas City, Mo.