AKA A.K.A. BRANDS HOLDING CORP.

“We did not design and maintain effective controls with respect to certain information technology general controls (ITGCs) for information systems relevant to the preparation of our financial statements, specifically, (i) program change management controls to ensure that program and data changes are identified, tested, authorized and implemented appropriately;”

“We did not design and maintain an effective internal control environment commensurate with the financial reporting requirements of a public company. Specifically, we lacked a sufficient complement of personnel with an appropriate level of knowledge, experience and training in internal control over financial reporting and the reporting requirements of a public company.”

“Due to the material weaknesses described below, our Chief Executive Officer and our Chief Financial Officer concluded that the Company s disclosure controls and procedures were not effective at the reasonable assurance level as of September 30, 2026.”