Industry Veteran Nicholas Bolton Hired By CBOT As Exchange Representative In Asia Pacific Region

Australia. Bolton has more than 25 years experience in the futures and financial services industry. Most recently he was based in London as Marketing Manager, Institutional Sales, for ING Baring Futures and Options (UK) Ltd. Prior to his work for ING, Bolton worked for Chase Manhattan Futures (UK) Ltd. CBOT President and CEO Thomas R. Donovan said, "We are delighted to have Nick Bolton as part of our team. Nick brings us a wealth of knowledge and experience to ensure thorough coverage of the Asia Pacific region, to help us meet the needs of our customers and to expand business opportunities." Bolton will report to the CBOT's Executive Vice President for Business Development, Patrick J. Catania. The CBOT also operates an office in London that primarily serves the European market. The London and new Sydney office serve as regional resource centers for CBOT member firms and other market participants. They provide important educational functions, represent the exchange at regional exhibitions and industry events, provide market and trading information and promote the interests of the CBOT through contact with local businesses and government officials in the region.