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Ed Riggins provides real estate advisory services to corporate clients. Applying a unique combination of human relations skills and technical abilities, the challenges of each client project are approached with creativity, market intelligence and optimism. Prior to joining CRESA Partners to focus on the needs of corporate space users, Ed was responsible for property sales and leasing for industrial and office parks comprising over 4.4 million square feet of existing buildings and over 2,700 acres of available land. His experience encompasses projects that have ranged in size from 2,500 square feet to over 250,000 square feet, and prior to joining CRESA Partners, having represented large investor/owners such as Equitable, Lincoln National Life and Prudential enhances his value to corporate clients.

Kishore has over 25 years of Sales & Marketing experience in the airline & travel industry. Over the years he has specialized in establishing domestic & international businesses in India, Europe & the Middle East by winning strategic accounts. At InfoVision accounts such as Tata AIG, HSBC, UTI, Prudential ICICI (wealth management), ICICI Prudential (Training), HDFC Bank & Kotak Life Insurance were won despite stiff competition. The latest win Kingfisher Airlines. Prior to InfoVision, Kishore held the position of General Manager of the Bahwan group of Travel companies through their growth years from 1998 to 2000 at Muscat, Sultanate of Oman. At Bahwans, Kishore managed five companies - over 325 employees. During independent charge of line stations in his long career at Air-India, Kishore surpassed every revenue target & he retains the distinction of having conceptualized, developed & launched India's first frequent flyer program for Air-India and Indian Airlines in 1994.

Bill moved to Harbor Springs in 1978 after 10 years as a residential then commercial loan officer with a national bank in Detroit. Since then he has been involved in residential and commercial real estate sales, development and property management in the Harbor Springs/Petoskey area. Bill owned and operated a successful property management firm specializing in vacation rentals and a real estate brokerage servicing northwest Michigan for 16 years prior to joining Boyne Realty as Associate Broker and Sales Manager. Bill remains actively involved in the development and commercial market and has built a great team of over 30 agents. As the sales manager of the Petoskey and Harbor Springs offices of Prudential Preferred Properties Network, Bill and his staff look forward to combining their local knowledge and experience with the many tools and technology offered by Prudential so as to better serve our clients and customers.

Thad has 30 years of experience in delivering, implementing and selling business solutions to large and mid-tier insurance corporations including Chubb & Son, Prudential, and CNA. Thad spent most of his career at PMSC, now CSC, where he held the position of Assistant Vice President of Sales. He also spent time at both CGI and Sapiens International in senior sales positions. In his new role as Vice President of Sales, Thad is expected to leverage his knowledge and relationships within the insurance industry to assist in acquiring new customers while continuing to service STG's existing customer base.

Rosemary Duffy has been a resident of Northbrook for over 25 years and a North Shore REALTOR since 1986. She is an experienced marketing specialist with detailed knowledge of the North Shore area and the local real estate marketplace. Her goal is to bring her experience and knowledge to her clients, so that they will feel satisfied that they have made the best decisions with their real estate transactions. In addition to having her Illinois Broker?s License, Rosemary has earned the advanced realty designations of GRI (Graduate REALTOR Institute) and CRS (Certified Residential Specialist). Through continuing education, she also has earned the designation of Relocation Specialist. Rosemary has had advanced training in the legal and financial aspects of real estate transactions. She remains dedicated to her vision of superior quality service and has earned the Prudential Certificate of Excellence for sales production. She is a member of the President's Circle which is awarded to the top 2% of Prudential realtors nationwide. Rosemary has a BS degree from Regis University in Denver, Colorado. Before having her family of four daughters, she worked in genetics research at Chicago?s Children?s Memorial Hospital. Her scientific background has given her a keen understanding of the importance of thoroughness and attention to detail, and her clients will vouch that she brings this understanding to all aspects of her real estate work.

Bruce Aydt is a REALTOR , attorney and educator from St. Louis, Missouri. He has been involved in the management of real estate brokerages for more than 25 years, currently as Senior Vice-President and General Counsel of Prudential Alliance, REALTORS . Active in all levels of REALTOR organizations, Bruce was President of the St. Louis Association of REALTORS , twice received their Distinguished Service Award and was named REALTOR of the Year. At the state level, he has served as Treasurer, has chaired the License Law, Professional Standards and Risk Reduction Committees, and has been named REALTOR of the Year. For the National Association of REALTORS , Bruce has served as a Committee Liaison to the Law and Policy Group and has chaired the Professional Standards Committee, Legal Action Committee, State Leadership Forum, and served on several Presidential Advisory Groups. He is a nationally recognized educator on real estate issues, speaking at state conventions and the NAR Convention on several occasions. He is the monthly columnist on ethics issues for REALTOR Magazine and is the author of Missouri Real Estate Basics. He has been named Educator of the Year by both the National Association of REALTORS and the Missouri Association of REALTORS . Bruce lives in St. Louis, Missouri with his wife, Lisa and two children, Erin and Jamie.

David T. Madigan is the Managing Director of Prudential CRES Commercial Real Estate specializing in retail leasing & sales, investment sales, and land investment. David won the prestigious Top of the Rock Award for the top sales associate for Northern United States in 1998, 2000, & 2002. He also won the Chairman's Circle for 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, & 2003, the Prudential Legend Award for 2002, and has been appointed Executive Managing Director for the new Corporate Sevices colocation with Prudential Financial in Melville, NY. David has been performing in this capacity for over ten years and has built up a considerable client base in all aspects of the commercial real estate industry. David, a local entrepreneur, has numerous contacts from all walks of life through his former career as a multi-unit restaurant Owner/Operator and multi-family and retail shopping center Owner/Operator. David has leased and sold real estate througout Nassau and Suffolk Counties on Long Island.

Andy Reyes has been a Real Estate Broker since 1977 and a State Certified General Real Estate Appraiser since 1986. He is the co-owner of the Prudential Reyes-Planka Real Estate Franchise in the City Of Alvin, Texas. He has been involved in a number of Management Seminars in Real Estate Brokerage and Real Estate Appraising, both as a participant and a speaker.

Carole has been a licensed real estate agent since 1984 and a broker since 1991. In 1998 Carole has her Broker/Appraiser license. She has worked in real estate full time since then. She is also a former broker owner of Prudential Howell and Jones. She has her GRI designation and is a member of the Million Dollar Club.

Joseph A. Gerry, Sr. is the Broker-Owner of Prudential Associates Real Estate. Joe is also a State Certified General Real Estate Appraiser. In his 20+ years in the Real Estate Profession, Joe's many positions have included sales professional, office manager and running the company on a day to day basis. Joe has helped hundreds of buyers and sellers reach their dreams in owning a home. Joe has earned the "LEADING EDGE SOCIETY AWARD" with the Prudential Real Estate Network every year for the past 7 years. This year Joe has earned the "PRESIDENT'S CIRCLE AWARD". Joe and his wife, Kathy, live in Bushkill. They have three grown children and two grandchildren. Joe has served his country as a U.S.Marine and is a Viet Nam Veteran. As a member of the Smithfield Rotary Club, Joe participates in many local events. He has also served as its President. You can contact Joe by calling his office at 570-424-5408 x34, or by clicking here and sending a message.

Joy Thompson is a Commercial Property Manager. She is the Director of Property Management for Prudential CRES Commercial Real Estate, overseeing the management of a portfolio of properties including office, medical office, retail, shopping centers, and industrial. Joy's 19 years of experience has given her a well-rounded basis for proven success in the areas of management, accounting with emphasis on improvement of property cash flow, completion of core construction and tenant build-out, strong tenant relationships, contract negotiations, leasing and lease audit. She was awarded the "2000 Employee of the Year Award" for improving the financial position of the City Market.

Ann is a Director of the Southeast Region with Prudential Huntoon Paige. In this role she originates FHA loans in addition to a broad range of mortgage products and oversees FHA origination efforts in the Southeast Region. She is located in Atlanta, GA. Prior to joining Prudential, Ann was Executive Director of the Housing Resource Center where she was instrumental in establishing the formation and success of the firm. While there, Ann also expanded the capabilities of non-profit organizations for the development, acquisition and renovation of affordable housing. She also worked for the Center for Housing Alternatives in Atlanta, Georgia. As the Administrator, she gained 11 years experience in all aspects of housing efforts and managed the daily operational functions of a non-profit organization specializing in developing housing for persons with disabilities. Ann is a member of the American Association for Homes and Services for the Aging (AASHA), the Georgia Association of Homes and Services for the Aging (GAHSA), the Georgia Center for Nonprofit and the Georgia State Trade Association for Nonprofit Developers (GSTAND). Ann is a graduate of South University, and received a degree in Marketing. She also held a real estate license, for affordable housing projects.

McDonalds, Walkers, Prudential and Quakers develop products to raise the company's profitability and profile. Next, Anne joined the UK's largest provider of professional training and used her vast idea generation experience to concept, develop and launch a wide range of training initiatives, while helping to grow the company's exposure through various marketing initiatives.

Bill Almon is currently serving as Secretary and founding board member for the Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences. He is Commercial Manager and Legal Counsel of ATV, LLC, d/b/a Prudential Almon Realty and Prudential Almon Realty Commercial. Mr. Almon attended Seattle University and received a Bachelor of Arts Degree. He then attended and graduated from University of Washington School of Law in 1969. His emphasis of professional practice are in the areas of corporate, partnership and commercial law, real estate, probate and estate planning, investments and leasing. Mr. Almon's professional affiliations include the Yakima County Bar Assn., Washington State Bar Assn., Yakima Assn. of REALTORS , Commercial Investment Real Estate Institute (CCIM Designee). He also is a board member of Columbia Trust Bank, Board of Regents for Seattle University, Board Director for LaSalle High School and the Capitol Theatre. Mr. Almon is a volunteer pilot for Angel Flight, Inc. transporting indigent medical patients and their families to and from medical care facilities throughout the USA, as a licensed commercial pilot, with instrument endorsement. He is also a Captain, reserve component, with the Yakima Police Department, state certified with full commission.

Mr. Bryan J. Koop serves as Senior Vice President and Regional Manager of our Boston office. Mr. Koop is responsible for overseeing the operation of our existing regional portfolio in the Boston area, which includes the Prudential Center and Cambridge Center. He is also responsible for developing new business opportunities in the area. Prior to joining us in 1999, Mr. Koop served at Trammell Crow Company from 1982 to 1999 where his career covered high rise office building leasing and the development of commercial office buildings and shopping centers. From 1993 to 1999 his position was Managing Director and Regional Leader for Trammell Crow Company's New England region, which included all commercial office and shopping center operations. Mr. Koop is the Chairman of the Board of Directors for the Back Bay Association. He is also a member of the Board of Directors for the Massachusetts Chapter of NAIOP (National Association of Industrial and Office Parks), Presidents at Pops-Boston Symphony Orchestra and Champions for Children at the Children's Hospital in Boston. Mr. Koop is a member of ICSC (International Council of Shopping Centers) in which he received the ICSC Annual Award for Shopping Center Design and Development. He received a BBA in 1980 and an MBA in 1982 from Texas Christian University.

Carol began her career in real estate in 1984 as a receptionist with Sadie Moranis Real Estate Limited. During this time she has worked in many other facets of the business, being involved in the relocation industry for the last three years. Carol enjoys working with people whether they are the transferee or the salesperson in the office. Following the stages of a move from the first contact through the home finding visits to Toronto and area, to the final purchase and closing of the deal. Carol has the knowledge and experience to provide the relocating family or individual with the service they deserve. We invite you to contact our relocation team to discuss the extensive, customized relocation services Prudential Sadie Moranis Realty has to make your move a smooth and enjoyable experience.

Charles Griswold has over 25 years experience in the software product and consulting industries. He was former vice-president of the healthcare practice at Symmetrix/NextEra in Lexington Ma. Mr. Griswold has led large-scale business and systems integration projects with companies such as CIGNA, Aetna, Prudential, and a number of Blue Cross companies.

Dave Besserer is Executive Vice President, Managing Partner, Corporate Services for Bradford Companies. He is directly involved in tenant representation and brings a broad spectrum of skills to the team at Bradford. Dave has twenty-five years of commercial real estate experience with twelve years on the Landlord side and the last thirteen years on the Tenant Representation side with specialization in office space. A complete working knowledge of both sides of the space acquisition process provides Dave's clients with a seasoned professional with "insider knowledge" solely representing their interest. Dave began his brokerage career in 1981 with one of the nation's largest developers, The Vantage Companies, and was honored as the #1 broker for Vantage/Bradford Companies for seven out of twelve years. He was promoted to Director of Vantage Office Leasing in 1988 overseeing eight million square feet of office space in Dallas. That experience representing institutional owners such as Citicorp, Aetna, Travelers, Prudential, N.W. Mutual and Bank of America provide valuable insight to the decision process, negotiation tactics, and financial considerations a property owner will go through. Dave joined Fischer & Company, a Dallas based "Tenant Representation" firm as Vice President in 1993 and was promoted to Senior Vice President in 1995 at the same time being designated by the Dallas Business Journal as the #5 office broker in Dallas, Texas. Dave left Fischer & Company in 2002 to create a boutique brokerage firm dedicated to "hands on" personalized service for office space users, DMc Corporate Services. Curt Linn his business partner for 8 years at Fischer & Company joined him there in early 2003. In 2006, Curt & Dave moved their company and created Bradford's Corporate Services division. Bradford Companies is a full service commercial real estate company offering project leasing, property management, development, acquisition / disposition and construction management services. Bradford c ompletes over 5,000,000 square feet of lease and sale transactions annually valued at $250,000,000. Bradford Companies also leases and manages over 12,000,000 square feet of property in the Metroplex. Bradford Companies is affiliated with the CORFAC International global network enhancing our ability to represent clients in multiple markets both nationally and internationally.

Debbie Joplin is a full-time associate with Prudential Bridgeport and relocated to Jackson from Camarillo, California, to spend more quality time with her grandchildren. Debbie has spent the last 10 years developing a career in Human Resources and Training Development. She met her husband, Rich, a member of the Sheet Metal Local 36, while living in Long Beach. They have 2 children, Jennifer, a teacher at Franklin Elementary School in Cape, and Richard, who attends Southeast Missouri State University. Debbie understands the importance a home purchase or sale has to individuals and families. She is proud to be a member of the Prudential Bridgeport team who strive to provide their community with professional customer service on a daily basis.

A true believer in the philosophy that knowledge is power, Diana graduated from UCLA. Her student days still continue through her real estate education through Prudential seminars and courses that keep her up-to-date on the latest real estate-related legislation. Diana is a San Fernando Valley native, and utilizes her insight of the area to specialize in the properties in Studio City, Sherman Oaks, North Hollywood, Toluca Lake, Van Nuys, and Hollywood Hills. She has resided in Studio City since 1979, where she and her husband raised their two children. Diana is involved in her community; she currently is on the board of the John Aaroe Charity Foundation and also serves on the UCLA Freshman Alumni Scholarship committee. She served many years with the American Youth Soccer Organization and she has served as a Committee Chair at the Southland Regional Association of Realtors. Diana is an avid runner and has completed the Los Angeles and New York Marathons. She has raised money through walks for various causes. Her success stems from her experience, personal attention, and communication skills. The results are happy clients and referrals.

Donna Romero has 25 years of administrative and customer service experience. She has lived in Santa Fe for 19 years and has been in charge of reservations for two Santa Fe's finest hotels, Hotel Santa Fe and the Inn at Loretto. Before moving to Santa Fe to be near her family, Donna lived in Las Vegas, NV, Seattle and Denver. Donna brings not only administrative support, but genuine customer care to her new position at Prudential Santa Fe. She defines 'people person' and truly cares about others and the pursuit of their dreams.

Eugene Marlow brings to MEII Enterprises an eclectic background in management, print and electronic media, and education on an international scale. Eugene Marlow's management experience includes 11+ years at Citicorp, Prudential Insurance, and Union Carbide Corporation, working primarily in Corporate Communications/Public Affairs departments. For over 25 years, as president of MEII Enterprises (formerly Media Enterprises Inc), a New York City-based print and electronic media consulting and production firm, he has served domestic and international clients in the technology, healthcare, media, financial services, consumer products, and non-profit sectors. As a practicing media professional, Dr. Marlow has accumulated extensive experience in the use of print and electronic venues--newspapers, magazines, radio, television, teleconferencing, and the Internet--for internal and external organizational communications, including public relations, advertising, and marketing. Dr. Marlow has designed, promoted, and hosted conferences, seminars, panel discussions, and custom-designed small group meetings in the United States, Canada, Brazil, and China. Between 1978 and 1994, Dr. Marlow earned 25 awards for video programming/production excellence from numerous domestic and international competitions. In 1970 he was the first U.S. Air Force Historian to be honored as Historian of the Year by the United States Air Force Historical Society. Prior, he had received best historian recognition honors from 15th Air Force and Strategic Air Command. Dr. Marlow has accumulated 28+ years of teaching and training experience in academic and professional development settings, including 18 years teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in liberal arts, media, and business at Baruch College, Fordham, and Merced College (California). At Baruch College he has either initiated, designed, or taught 23 courses in the undergraduate and graduate business journalism program, the corporate communications program, the Zicklin Graduate School of Business, and the Department of English. At Baruch College, Professor Marlow is founding webmaster of the Weissman School of Arts and Sciences website, senior co-chair of the Annual Milt Hinton Jazz Perspectives Concert series, and chair of the Annual Veterans Day Recognition luncheon. He was previously founding chairman, New York chapter, of the International Television Association (ITVA) (1972-1975) and ITVA National Director of Professional Development (1976-1977). He has received distinguished teaching awards and fellowships from the Direct Marketing Educational Foundation and the Poynter Institute for Media Studies. He is a seven-time honoree, Weissman School of Arts and Sciences Authors, Editors, Artists/Performers annual reception (1996-2002) and has been an honoree at Baruch's Annual Faculty Recognition Ceremony, A Celebration of Faculty Scholarship and Creative Achievement, in 2003 and 2004. Professor Marlow has authored eight books (click on Amazon link below) dealing with communications, technology and culture and 90+ articles and chapters published in professional and academic journals in the United States, Germany, Greece, Japan, China, and Russia. Dr. Marlow has earned five academic degrees in English, general management, media studies, and music composition, including an MBA (Golden Gate University) and a Ph.D. (New York University).

George E. Bukaty is a commercial real estate specialist with Prudential CRES Commercial Real Estate in Kansas City, Missouri. George has been working with commercial and industrial clients since 1999. George is also the owner of an Investment Banking firm established in 1988. He has over 27 years experience in the securities field and has been involved in issuing and selling numerous mortgage instruments and derivatives (CMO's, Mortgage Backed Bonds, etc.). George has also been actively involved in economic development throughout the Midwest for 25 years, having served as Chairman of the Jackson County, Missouri Redevelopment Authority for 10 years (1978-88) and as Chairman of the Jackson County, Missouri Tax Increment Financing Commission for 8 years (1980-88). He currently serves as a commissioner on the Kansas City, Missouri Planned Industrial Expansion Authority and the Kansas City Competitive Review Commission. George's unique background and community involvement has been extremely helpful to clients seeking economic incentives and creative financing alternatives.

As a former senior executive with a number of technology related companies, Glenn has settled down in the Whatcom County area to build a significant Real Estate Enterprise where his clients are his #1 priority. Using his background in technology, Glenn has been building online tools for his clients which give them an edge when it comes to buying and selling Real Estate, whether through the innovative use of virtual tours or the setting up of custom web pages. In addition to having been a top Realtor at Prudential and most recently being recognized as the Leader of the top team at Keller Williams Realty in Bellingham for the highest dollar volume closed, Glenn is a father of two children and a Judo Coach and Competitor having in November 2003 won the silver at the Pan American Masters Judo Championships in Phoenix Arizona.

Heather joined BIA in 1995 having gained over three years experience in US Equities as part of the US Insitutional Equity sales team at Prudential-Bache in London. During this time she was responsible for the organisation of roadshows for US and Global common stock offerings. From 1987-1992, Heather was part of the communications development team at Siemens and was involved in the organisation of roadshows and events such as Farnborough. At BIA, Heather has been involved in the development and marketing of a software programme designed to assist with the entry, commission administration and analysis of client buy/sell activity in US Equities. She has established an extensive universe of European fund managers as well as a comprehensive database of specialist biotech/healthcare funds across Europe. Heather also assists with the organisation of roadshow events and is technical support officer.

Helen came to SCERA in 1997 after spending 14 years in administrative management for Prudential Insurance. She is now responsible for overseeing the Benefits group. Helen holds a vast wealth of knowledge regarding reciprocity, purchasing service and can answer your questions about these issues as well as retirement planning. Helen has been working on her Certified Employee Benefits Specialist designation and has earned a certificate, Retirement Plans Associate, during this process.

Irma August is a REALTOR at Prudential One Realty Centre in Edwardsville. She has served on the RPAC and Programs Committees and has been on GGAR's Board as a director since 2005. In 2002, Irma was selected as Prudential One Realty Centre's Rookie of the Year.

Jackie Clark-Otto is a native Missourian and a 25-year resident of Cape Girardeau. She is married to a local dentist, David Otto. She is a graduate of the University of Missouri-Columbia. Jackie spent her early years working as an intensive care nurse & raising her two sons. Now her time is spent giving back to Cape Girardeau, a community that she feels has been great to her family. Her volunteer activities include: past President of the Public Library Board; co-founder of the Friends of the Public Library Foundation; member of the Executive Committee of the Board of Trustees at Southeast Hospital; secretary to the Board of Trustees-College of Nursing at Southeast Hospital; past president of the American Cancer Society of Cape Girardeau; past president of the Cape Girardeau County Medical Auxiliary. Special interests are antiques, gardening & cooking. Jackie''s committed to "Rock Solid" service to buyers & sellers. She has been recognized as a member of the Leading Edge Society by Prudential & Pinnacle Level of Sales by the local board.

I39 a native of Washington State, I am also a 2nd generation Realtor. Following my father, Joe Hartlove, not only as a realtor but as a proud member of the MacPherson39 Real Estate family. My father had a very successful career working within the MacPherson39 organization from 1950 until he retired in 1982. I started working for MacPherson39 as a youth doing various jobs from cleaning the Lynnwood office and maintaining the grounds as well as maintaining other company properties. After graduating from school I went to work for the MacPherson39 again, this time doing sign installation and maintenance work. I credit this job with helping me become knowledgeable of the area. After starting a family, I decided to begin a career in Real Estate sales. I started in sales with MacPherson39 in 1990 and received "Rookie of the Year" award for the Lynnwood office in 1991, and have continued to be a steady producer. I was the Assistant Sales Manager of the Lynnwood Office from 1997 - 2003. I continue to provide the highest quality service to my clients as possible. I have a strong belief and commitment in the MacPherson39 Company. I39 very excited about becoming a part of the Prudential Real Estate Network. With cutting edge marketing materials, 98% name recognition, a prominent national relocation program, and a commitment to the advancement of technology, its great to be "a piece of the rock". My goals are not only to succeed personally, but for the Prudential MacPherson39 company to continue to be a strong force in the regions real estate industry. My lifetime knowledge, of growing up in, and around the business of real estate, is to provide service and professionalism to my clients at all times.

Joe Elish is the Founder of CBD Commercial Brokerage and has more than 15 years of experience in the real estate profession beginning his notable career in 1987 as an agent at Century 21. After a successful start, he joined Prudential in 1991, REMAX Commercial in 1994, and then Cypress in 2002. In 2003 Joe opened his own Brokerage with CBD Commercial Brokerage. Since its inception, CBD has had over $35 million in sales and has had already sold over $24 Million in 2005 alone.

JOSEPH L. GOLDSTEIN, M.D., 67, has been a Director of the Company since June 1991. Dr. Goldstein has been the Professor of Medicine and Genetics and Chairman of the Department of Molecular Genetics at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas since 1977. Dr. Goldstein is a member of the National Academy of Sciences. Drs. Goldstein and Brown jointly received the Nobel Prize for Physiology or Medicine in 1985.

Hi, My name is June Watkins Brown. I am a native Wilmingtonian, 1958 graduate of New Hanover High School, formerly of Brown & Brown Insurance & Realty of Greensboro and Wilmington, NC, from 1971 - 2001, a Broker since 1973, and currently with Prudential Carolina Real Estate.

Reddy serves as the director of programs and operations for The Prudential Foundation, where she manages the foundation's staff and program strategy and oversees the distribution of $25 million in annual grants. She also oversees education policy for Prudential's community resources department and advises senior management on their support of education initiatives. Reddy also serves as secretary of The Prudential Foundation. Reddy has worked at the New York regional office of the U.S. Department of Education, where she was an attorney in the Office for Civil Rights. Reddy is the chairman of the board of directors of Cause Effective, a nonprofit management assistance organization, and serves as vice chair of Grantmakers for Education, which works to strengthen the field of education philanthropy.

Laura Carpenter is a licensed real estate salesperson with Prudential Anchors Realty, specializing in residential and vacant land sales. Laura is dedicated to locating the ideal property for you and your family. Her sales territory includes west of Hurlburt AFB, Mary Esther, Ft Walton Beach, Destin, Niceville, Santa Rosa Beach and 30-A, Hwy 331, and the West Bay area in Panama City Beach. No sale is too small or too large. Laura deals with bankers, builders, architects, business owners, investors, homeowners, and renters. She provides that personal touch whether a family relocates to the area or needs to find the perfect second home, or investment property. You can be assured that her knowledge and enthusiasm will make the whole process a pleasant experience. Cell Number 850-865-5487.

Lee brings to Prudential a powerful alliance with his company Shields Commercial Mortgage & Realty, LLC. Shields' team of finance professionals have been arranging customized commercial real estate finance solutions for owners, developers, and investors since 1985. Shields' success is powered by its unique proactive loan package designs and its long-time relationships with premier regional and national lenders. Through the Prudential network Lee can now offer buyers, sellers, landlords and tenants access to the other commercial real estate owners, developers and investors Shields has cultivated throughout the Southeast since 1985. Arranging financing with and for the "big boys" has honed Lee's skills for quickly analyzing projects feasibility and computing value for an investor. Lee's other experience includes serving as an officer in the United State Army, CFO of a large pharmaceutical company and a senior partner in a large regional CPA firm.

Luke has been a Senior Analyst at Prudential Mortgage Capital Company since October 2005. At Prudential, Luke is part of a team that originates commercial mortgage loans primarily within the Bay Area. Property types financed include office, industrial, multifamily, and retail for both Prudential's general account and its conduit program. Prior to Prudential, Luke worked for Cohen Financial as an analyst. During college Luke interned at Churchill Mortgage of San Diego and at Churchill Real Estate (Bellevue, WA). Luke graduated magna cum laude from the University of San Diego with a BA in History, and minors in Accounting and Philosophy.

Currently Lynne is a Real Estate Broker and a commercial and residential sales agent for The Merrill Bartlett Group. Before forming the Merrill Bartlett Group Lynne was the managing Broker for the Kingston office of a large New Hampshire real estate firm. Lynne has over 25 years experience leading Merrill Associates, Inc., a public relations, advertising and marketing firm. She has worked across the US and locally with clients in the healthcare, utility, financial services, education, hospitality, manufacturing, government, automotive and business sectors. A magna cum laude graduate of the Boston University College of Communication, Lynne has counseled clients on communication planning, development and management; crisis avoidance and management; issue anticipation; reputation management; leadership communication; organizational change communication; coalition building; media relations; community relations; and political campaigns. Lynne has presented programs on public relations and women in the workplace before numerous local, regional and national public relations organizations and business management groups. She has won numerous awards for her dedication to and work for professional business and community groups, and for her creative writing and production of television, radio, newspaper advertising and collateral materials and public relations concepts. Among others, she is the secretary of the board for Leadership NH, Vice Chair of the Sanborn Regional School District Budget Committee, member of the NH Association of REALTORS Public Policy Committee and the RPAC and the coordinator of the Kingston Business Group.

Marc brings over fifteen years of investment experience to Turnstone Capital LLC. Most recently, Marc served as Managing Director of Acquisitions at eColony a $100 million early stage venture capital group backed by Internet Capital Group (Nasdaq ICGE), where he helped architect the firm's investment strategy, source and execute investments in technology companies, and served on its Investment Committee. Prior to eColony, Marc held asset management roles at such leading investment firms as J.P. Morgan, NationsBanc Montgomery and The Prudential Investment Corporation, where he focused on LBOs, private placements, and power project finance. Marc has co-founded two companies, T.K. Purdy & Co. and Tsunami Technology Holdings, which merged into eColony. His international experience includes management study at IESE in Barcelona, Spain and investment advisory work for The Prudential in London, England. Marc currently serves as an advisor to Third Pillar Systems, DVDxPress, and Red Condor. Marc received his BA from Yale University and earned his MBA from the Amos Tuck School at Dartmouth, earning the Tuck Scholar distinction.

Matt works closely with clients to provide consulting services on Internet and intranet strategies, publication management, research and measurement and using communication vehicles effectively. He also directs Davis & Company s internal systems, financial, web technology and creative services. Matt has won numerous awards for his work and helped build the company s technology, graphics and web design groups. He has led successful web projects for Aetna, Sanofi-Aventis, Georgia-Pacific, and many other organizations. In addition, Matt is a skilled writer, editor and designer who managed employee publications for Johnson & Johnson, Roche, Pharmacia, Prudential and others. His knowledge of writing, corporate communication, strategic consulting and web technology provides a perspective that is unique to the industry.

Mike Cole has over 15 years experience in the field of provider relations and recruitment, having worked for Prudential, Aetna and United Concordia over the years. For the past four years, he has served as Insurance Director with responsibility for overseeing all insurance-related negotiations and third-party reimbursement and relations, as well as in-office training.

Ralph brings to the firm over 25 years of sales and management experience with MetLife, Prudential and local accounting firms. Ralph has lived in California and currently resides in NJ. Ralph focuses searches for retail brokers.