Mr. Friedman is former President of the Mallard Group where he was responsible for the development and sales of luxury single-family homes and condominiums in the greater Philadelphia area with sales in excess of $70 million per year. The company later expanded its operation to California and Florida. During that time he also served as the President of the Home Builders Association of Philadelphia and Suburban Counties. Mr. Friedman holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration and attended both the University of Pennsylvania Real Estate School and the New York University Real Estate School for continuing education credits. He has also served on the Board of Directors of the American Heart Association and the Board of Directors of Big Brothers and Sisters.