Mark N. Schneider, B.S., Lehigh University, magna cum laude (1971); M.B.A., Columbia University (1973). Certified Public Accountant (California, DC, New York and Texas); Partner, Deloitte Tax LLP; member, American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts, American Society of Pension Professionals & Actuaries; AICPA Tax Practice Responsibilities Committee; and former member of the AICPA Employee Benefits Tax Committee.