|
Maxine Syrjamaki, 62, has been our Controller since May 1987, an Executive Vice President of Jefferies since November 1986, and Chief Financial Officer of Jefferies since September 1984. Ms. Syrjamaki was also Chief Financial Officer of Bonds Direct Securities LLC from 2001 through 2004. Prior to joining Jefferies in 1983, Ms. Syrjamaki was a C.P.A. in the audit group of Peat Marwick (now KPMG) specializing in financial institutions. Ms. Syrjamaki has informed our management that she intends to retire within the year. The details of her retirement are being discussed with management and she has agreed to continue in her roles until a successor is appointed and thereafter will assist in an orderly transition.
| 