Joseph LaManna, also known as Joe, served as an Analyst at William Blair & Company, L.L.C. Mr. LaManna served as Equity Analyst at William Blair & Company L.L.C., Research Division. He worked at William Blair & Company, LLC from 1987 until his retirement in 2005. During his tenure at William Blair, he served in several different roles, including Senior Specialty Finance Analyst, Head of The Business Services Group and Director of research. He has financial and investment experience, as well as a director for several other financial services companies. He has been an Independent Director at AG Mortgage Investment Trust, Inc. since July 6, 2011 and serves as its Lead Director. He serves on the boards of directors of several privately-held companies. He is a Chartered Financial Analyst. Mr. LaManna holds a B.A. degree in economics and business administration from Knox College and an M.B.A. degree in finance from the University of Chicago.