JUSTIN

As Duart Mull's (www.duartmull.com) Managing Partner, Justin R. McLain is responsible for directing the investment activities of the funds held in its trust. McLain's duties include: evaluating new investment opportunities, overseeing the activities of the outside fund managers, directly managing the firm's private equity placements, enhancing the enterprise value of Duart Mull's portfolio companies through active strategic involvement, and fostering investor and community relationships. McLain started his career in statistical analysis and management information systems in the insurance industry and in international business development for Shin-Etsu Polymer Corporation, a Tokyo-based manufacturer of electronic commodity products in North America and Asia. In 2000, McLain completed the purchase of all outstanding equity in SSI, a software development and consulting services provider, and moved its operations to Atlanta. McLain successfully sold SSI in 2002 after divesting its..