Mr. Wessels was appointed Independent Director in April 2001. He has been with Merrill Lynch since 1972, serving in both management and financial advisory positions. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Math and Economics from Saint Benedict's College, his Master of Arts in Economics from the University of Illinois and his Juris Doctorate from the Augusta Law School. He is a Certified Financial Manager, a Certified Investment Management Analyst, and teaches Masters of Business Administration courses. He is a retired Major General from the Army Reserves and serves as the Georgia Chair for the Employers Support of the Guard and Reserves. |