During Scott-Macon's history, clients have consistently commented on the invaluable expertise and perspective contributed by our senior corporate finance professionals in assisting them in reaching their goals. In addition to significant investment banking experience at such firms as Salomon Brothers, Lehman Brothers, First Boston, Merrill Lynch, and Bear Stearns, over three quarters of our professionals have had experience in another field such as law or commercial banking, or significant management experience in operating manufacturing or service companies. On average, Scott-Macon's senior corporate finance professionals provide our clients with advice and counsel that is tempered by 25 years of personal experience.