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Anne Sandan, C.P.A., is Novocell’s controller & senior director of corporate administration and corporate secretary. During the past 17 years, she managed all aspects of accounting, internal and external SEC financial reporting, cash management and budgeting for a variety of private and publicly-held companies. Ms. Sandan also provides comprehensive experience in administrative functions, including human resources, information systems and facility management. Prior to entering the biotechnology industry, she was director of accounting compliance at Carl Zeiss Vision, where she was responsible for company-wide accounting policies and adherence to U.S. GAAP and International Financial Reporting Standards. She also led Sarbanes-Oxley compliance efforts for SOLA International. Ms. Sandan began her career with the audit division of Arthur Andersen LLP. This led to significant leadership roles in accounting where she was instrumental in implementing best practices in a wide variety of industries, including wireless technology, REITs, media-based corporate training and hospitality and entertainment. Ms. Sandan is a cum laude graduate of University of San Diego, where she received a B.B.A. in accounting. She is an active member of the community, currently serving as board member and treasurer of a non-for-profit San Diego performing arts organization for youth. Ms. Sandan is a California certified public accountant. | 