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Michael Potter joined the Board of Directors in June 2007. Mr. Potter has an extensive background in retail management, strategic planning and finance. Mr. Potter retired as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Big Lots Incorporated in 2005, after 14 years with the company. During his tenure with Big Lots, the company experienced significant growth from sales of $700 million to over $4 billion. In 2000 at the age of 37, he was named Chairman and CEO, becoming one of the youngest CEO's in the Fortune 500. Prior to becoming Chairman and CEO, he served as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, overseeing finance, strategic planning, information technology, distribution, transportation and administration. Prior to Big Lots, Mr. Potter's retail experience includes The Limited, Inc., May Department Stores and Meier & Frank. | 