Bikun Joins Republic Financial as CFO and Treasurer
Highly Diversified Financial Executive Joins Management Team
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Republic Financial Corporation
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Aurora, Colorado - June 7, 2007- Republic Financial Corporation, a privately held company with investment interests in a diverse portfolio of operating companies, announced the addition of Dennis Bikun to its executive management team as chief financial officer and treasurer. Mr. Bikun is charged with directing Republic's financial objectives and aiding in the company's growth strategy. He brings with him over 25 years of leadership and technical experience.
Before joining Republic, Mr. Bikun was the executive vice president, chief financial officer, and treasurer for UHY Advisors, Inc., a professional services firm, providing tax and business consulting services to a wide variety of middle market clients. Prior to his position at UHY Advisors, he was CFO and treasurer of Associated Estates Realty Corporation, a New York Stock Exchange company.
"Dennis' expertise is an excellent addition to the executive team," commented Jim Possehl, chairman and CEO of Republic. "As the company continues to grow through strategic investments, his vision and financial acumen will ensure we are best positioned for success."
Mr. Bikun received a BS in Accounting from the University of Akron in Akron, Ohio and an Executive MBA from Case Western Reserve University, Weatherhead School of Management in Cleveland, Ohio.
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Republic Financial Corporation (www.republic-financial.com) is a privately held company with investment interests in a diverse portfolio of operating companies and assets. Representative industries include aviation and aerospace, security software, telecommunications, data services, corporate staffing, heavy equipment manufacturing and construction aggregates. The company invests in small market buy-outs, commercial debt acquisitions, troubled middle-market companies and aviation assets. With a mission of generating superior long-term value, Republic combines its expertise in business development and maximizing business growth potential with the experience of its portfolio companies' key management. Since 1971, Republic has invested in assets totaling over $1 billion, achieving commercial success by developing creative solutions to difficult and complex business situations.