Fiderion Launches Technology and Operations Practice

New Practice Specializes in Executive Search for Financial Services Technology and Operations Professionals

Atlanta, GA - (August 17, 2006) – Fiderion announced today the launch of Fiderion Technology and Operations Practice, a new division dedicated to finding senior information technology and operations executives for major financial services institutions around the globe.

“Fiderion is the first executive search firm to launch a dedicated group to help financial services firms acquire senior information technology professionals. As they continue to rely on technology to give them a competitive advantage, we’re seeing increasing demand for Chief Information Officers, Chief Technology Officers and other senior information technology executives with specialized knowledge and talent,” said President and CEO James B. Norton, III.

The Fiderion Technology and Operations Practice team has conducted numerous senior level information technology searches for financial services clients ranging from large investment management firms to hedge funds and major banking institutions.

Jeff Campbell, Managing Director and Leader of the Technology and Operations Practice, joined Fiderion in 2005 and specializes in recruiting experienced information technology professionals for financial services companies. Previously, he was a principal at Heidrick & Struggles where he served hedge fund, asset management and investment banking clients. He also worked as an in-house technology recruiter at Citadel Investment Group in Chicago and was the London-based director of strategic sourcing for iXL. He began his career as a Senior Associate at Korn/Ferry International. Campbell earned his bachelor’s degree at Georgia State University and is certified in Benchmarks® by the Center of Creative Leadership.

For further information, visit www.fiderion.com or contact Jeff Campbell at 404.995.4721  or jcampbell@fiderion.com.