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James E. Bashaw has been a member of our board of directors since inception. He is currently the CEO of James E. Bashaw & Co., a Houston based investment advisory and financial services firm. Founded by Mr. Bashaw in November 2001, his firm manages over $350 million for its clients. In March 1994, Mr. Bashaw opened an office for Equitable Securities Corporation, an investment advisory and financial services firm, in Nashville, Tennessee, becoming a partner in 1997. In March 1998, Mr. Bashaw founded the Galleria office of J.C. Bradford & Co., a Nashville based brokerage and investment banking firm. The firm was sold to Paine Webber in 2000, with Paine Webber subsequently acquired by UBS Financial Services. Mr. Bashaw was employed by J.C. Bradford until November 2001. Under the leadership of Mr. Bashaw, the Houston office became one of the top 10 profitable offices in Paine Webber/UBS. Mr. Bashaw brings extensive relationships in the energy industry. | 