From May 1995 until January 2002 when he formed Alkeon, Mr. Sparaggis was associated with CIBC World Market Corp. ("CIBC WM") and its predecessor, Oppenheimer 8, Co., Inc., where he was a Managing Director. From January 1996 to December 2001, Mr. Sparaggis also was a Senior Portfolio Manager for Oppenheimer Investment

From May 1995 until January 2002 when he formed Alkeon, Mr. Sparaggis was associated with CIBC World Market Corp. ("CIBC WM") and its predecessor, Oppenheimer 8, Co., Inc., where he was a Managing Director. From January 1996 to December 2001, Mr. Sparaggis also was a Senior Portfolio Manager for Oppenheimer Investment