Raymond J. Briscuso

HarVest Bank of Maryland brings a unique business perspective which leverages the skills, experience and knowledge of its Board of Directors and management team. Clients benefit from in-house advisory services designed to help them manage operational, financial and growth needs. HarVest Bank of Maryland is participating in the FDIC's Transaction Account Guarantee Program. Under that program, through June 30, 2010, all noninterest-bearing transaction accounts are fully guaranteed by the FDIC for the entire amount in the account. Coverage under the Transaction Account Guarantee Program is in addition to and separate from the coverage available under the FDIC's general deposit insurance rules.

Tech Council of Maryland, Inc. provides membership association services for technology and life science communities. The firm serves the advanced technology and biotechnology communities. The company was founded in 1986 and is headquartered in Rockville, MD.

Biotechnology Innovation Organization is the world's biotechnology organization, providing advocacy, business development and communications services for more than 1,200 members worldwide. BIO members are involved in the research and development of innovative healthcare, agricultural, industrial and environmental biotechnology technologies. Corporate members range from entrepreneurial companies developing a first product to Fortune 100 multinationals. also represent state and regional biotech associations, service providers to the industry and academic centers.