Mark A. Prygocki, Sr. has served as our Chief Financial Officer, Corporate Secretary and Treasurer since May 1995. In January 2001, Mr. Prygocki was also appointed as Executive Vice President. From October 1991 to May 1995, he served as Controller of the Company. Prior to his employment at Medicis, Mr. Prygocki was employed by Salomon Smith Barney, Inc., an investment banking firm, and spent several years in the audit department of Ernst & Young LLP. Mr. Prygocki is a member of the Financial Executive Institute, and is certified by the Arizona State Board of Accountancy and the New York Society of CPAs. Mr. Prygocki serves on the Boards of Foothills Foundation and Whispering Hope Ranch, non-profit organizations that conduct programs for children and adults with special medical needs.