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Michael A. Volkema

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MICHAEL A. VOLKEMA (age 51) has been a director since 2005. Mr. Volkema is Chairman of Herman Miller, Inc., a leading designer and manufacturer of furnishings for the office and home. He has held that position since 2000. Mr. Volkema became President and Chief Executive Officer of Herman Miller in 1995 and held those positions until 2003 and 2004, respectively. Mr. Volkema is also a director of Applebee's International, Inc.


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