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Senior Director, Technical Operations

Founded in 1997, Advance America, Cash Advance Centers, Inc. (NYSE: AEA) is the country's leading provider of cash advance services, with approximately 2,500 centers and 72 limited licensees in 32 states, the United Kingdom, and Canada. The Company offers convenient, less-costly credit options to consumers whose needs are not met by traditional financial institutions. The Company is a founding member of the Community Financial Services Association of America (CFSA), whose mission is to promote laws that provide substantive consumer protections and to encourage responsible industry practices.

Skilled operations director with more than 20 years of experience in the development and implementation of complex technical solutions, security policies, and integration projects. Strong history of improving operational efficiency, with a broad-based understanding of midrange server environments. Exceptional team leadership abilities, with a talent for directing successful long-term technology strategy.