Carl A. Nelson, Jr. has served continuously as a director of the Company since 2004, and is the Chair of the Audit Committee. Mr. Nelson has served as an independent business consultant since March 2002, when he retired as a partner from Arthur Andersen, LLP after 31 years of service. Mr. Nelson served as Managing Partner of the Arthur Andersen Columbus, Ohio office from 1994 until his retirement, and was the leader of the firm's consulting services for the products industry in the United States. Directors Whose Terms Continue Until the 2009 Annual Meeting.
