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• Maintain and Implement Enterprise Risk Appetite Framework for a large multi-national financial institution• Develop, research and refine various quantitative Key Risk Metrics to accurately capture the risk posture of the Enterprise hat define and constrain risk taking that is consistent with Enterprise business objectives• Partner with Operating Groups, Executive Management and the Board of Directors to prepare and execute the Risk Appetite per the Risk Appetite Framework.

As the Head of Investment Risk Management at William Blair, I delivered leadership on vital risk management and mitigation techniques for a $65 billion AUM investment firm within this newly created role. As part of this, I compiled the monthly firm wide portfolio risk, liquidity, and client risk analysis for firm management.Key achievements:• Provided risk management leadership and direction for $65 billion AUM investment firm • Compiled monthly firm wide portfolio risk, liquidity and client risk analysis for firm management• Initiated Python programmed framework for real time firm wide risk monitoring using parametric VaR, scenario analysis and other risk metrics• Developed framework for SEC Liquidity Risk Management Rule 22e(4) involving significant third party vendor interaction, policy and procedural drafting, and firm wide coordination

Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago is one of the 12 reserve banks within the Federal Reserve System. In my role as Risk Management Knowledge Leader/Financial Markets Utility (FMU) Regulatory Strategy Group, I utilized my markets and risk management expertise to support teams during examinations and other FRS initiatives.Key achievements:• Developed, interpreted, and consulted on application of the Dodd Frank Act, BIS Capital Rules, and CPSS-IOSCO Principles for Financial Market Infrastructures (PFMI) to Central Counterparty clearinghouses – with emphasis placed on Chicago based derivatives CCPs: OCC, ICE and CME• Served as Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago point person for Volcker Rule implementation• Hired and mentored three interns within the FMU Group for three consecutive summersMatt Porio served as one of the Federal Reserve's valued educational partners:I have worked closely with JD for the last 6 years in a number of capacities and can say, without hesitation, that I have never worked with someone who has the integrity, intelligence and work ethic that he does. He focuses on getting the job done and brings many years of experience to every work situation. What I truly appreciate is his hands on, real world, way of working, his ability to work within a team, and his ability to lead. He has a great sense of humor as well as a remarkable perspective on life. I would be happy to speak with anyone who would like to know more. He is truly top notch.

Proprietary Trading FirmFounderI founded and effectively launched StarGroves Trading as a statistical arbitrage trading firm to use the various career experiences I’d developed to date to support a relative value trading oriented strategy. Key achievements:• Developed algorithmic statistical arbitrage trading program using sophisticated statistical co-integration techniques• Successfully coded entire trading and risk management system to identify, price, and risk manage positions and portfolio risks in real time

As the Senior Vice President of the Derivatives Solutions Desk at Concept Capital, I delivered trade execution, idea generation, and risk overlay for buy-side clients within a range of organizations including but not limited to traditional investment firms, trade firms, and hedge funds.Key achievements:• Generated and executed derivative trade ideas and strategies for clients using personally developed quantitative and qualitative models in the equity, volatility, and credit markets Jon Havice was one of our firm's valued clients and a highly accomplished Capital Allocator:JD and I have led parallel careers since the early 90s when we worked on separate sides of the O’Connor/First Chicago joint venture. He is the consummate professional, intellectually curious and brings a practical perspective that only someone with a “Chicago Trader’s” experience can. He would be a great addition to any team.

$5.5 Billion Multi-Strategy Convertible Bond Firm• During my time with Zazove Associates as a Portfolio Manager and as the Chief Risk Officer, I delivered guidance on the overall direction of risk management for strategies within the firm.

Multi-Strategy hedge fund with average AUM of $400 millionTrader and Chief Risk Officer• My time as a Chief Trader & Risk Officer for DSC Advisors, otherwise known as Delaware Street Capital, I traded regularly in the equity, derivatives, and credit markets, designing and executing portfolio overlay and tail risk programs.Brian Boonstra was one of my most trusted colleagues at both Bank One and DSC Advisors, LLC:The world of finance contains a precious few leaders like JD. He is intelligent and flexible, decisive and personable, confident and creative, intellectually curious yet practical.I had the distinct pleasure of working with JD both at Bank One/JPM and at Delaware Street. We always enjoyed quantitative projects for JD's businesses, not because they were easy but because we knew he would demand and incite productive dialogue, and ultimately make intelligent business decisions.JD's experience with a broad range of asset classes and buy- and sell-side businesses makes him uniquely capable of understanding the motives and interaction of the various players in the financial industry. He combines this experience with strong analytical ability and great interpersonal skills. JD is on my short list of people I would work with any time, anywhere.Zach Kempton was my colleague at DSC and was the firm's Finance Officer:JD combined his technical skills with a dedicated work ethic to make significant improvements to the trading and risk management functions while at DSC. His industry experience brought a needed perspective to our operations. He has an appreciation for all facets of the investment advisory business, including those functions outside of his primary responsibility areas (i.e., accounting, investor relations, etc.). JD is a leader and significant contributor on any team

6th Largest US Bank Holding Company before acquisition by JP Morgan ChaseManaging Director/Head:• Served in numerous roles over a 16+ year time period, receiving progressive promotions and responsibilities, before advancing to position of Managing Director with full P & L management and accountability. Directly responsible for all operational management for all division business lines, comprised of $100M in Equity Linked, Structured Credit Products and Commodity Trading products with a balance sheet of $3.5B.• Throughout my career within the 6th largest U.S. bank holding company, prior to acquisition by JP Morgan Chase, I directed 35 professionals across cross-functional areas of the business to generate 22% ROE annually, creating, initiating, and guiding the strategic plan for the business.Matt Peron is CIO of City National and my trusted former colleague at Bank One:JD is a top notch professional. Deep knowledge about markets, finance, and regulatory backdrop. A rare combination of practitioner, extensive knowledge of complex financial products, and risk manager. I highly recommend JD for any role in finance, given his knowledge and interpersonal skills. Having a high EQ is important these days, and JD is a driven team player. Please contact me if I can provide any further background.