Mr. Pearson served for twelve years as a Special Agent of the F.B.I. He is an expert in financial fraud investigation and has participated in numerous high profile cases involving failed savings and loan institutions. Mr. Pearson, a Certified Fraud Examiner, holds a B.S. in Accounting and has testified as an expert in State and Federal courts as an expert in white collar crime issues. Mr. Pearson was responsible for anti-smuggling security at all ports in the Republic of Vietnam while serving as a Special Agent, Criminal Investigation Division, U.S. Army. Mr. Pearson has received six personal commendations for his achievements in highly publicized cases during his tenure with the F.B.I.