EFTA00705381: Stern to Epstein: Witan Trust & Holdings

Date: February 28, 2011
From: David Stern (jeevacation@gmail.com)
To: Jeffrey Epstein
Subject: Re:

Summary

In this follow-up to the initial "Witan" name discussion (Feb 14, 2011), David Stern expresses high enthusiasm for the new branding:

"Hooray!!! Witan Witan Trust Witan Holdings ?"

This email indicates that the "Witan" identity was immediately planned as a multi-layered corporate and fiduciary structure, including a Trust and a Holdings company.

Strategic Significance

  1. Complex Infrastructure: The creation of a Trust and multiple Holding companies is a standard tactic for obfuscating UBOs (Ultimate Beneficial Owners) and protecting assets from disclosure.
  2. Epstein's Role: Stern's "Hooray!!!" and the question mark at the end suggest he was seeking final confirmation from Epstein on the architectural rollout of these vehicles.
  3. The "Invisible" Pipeline: This document provides the blueprint for the "Invisible Pipeline" discussed in later emails (Sept 2011). The Witan structure was designed to be the primary engine for the Djibouti/African port operations.