Adam Metz has served as a director of the Company since November 2005 and as our Lead Director since June 2007. Mr. Metz is a co-founding partner of Polaris Capital LLC, which is in the business of owning retail real estate assets throughout the United States. Prior to the formation of Polaris Capital, Mr. Metz was Executive Vice President of Rodamco, N.A. from November 2000 through May 2002 when the assets of Rodamco, N.A. were sold to a group consisting of The Rouse Company (which was acquired by GGP in November 2004), Simon Property Group, Inc. and The Westfield Group. He currently serves on the board of directors of Chiasso, a privately-held retailer of home furnishings and accessories.
