Leslie Yates

Leslie Yates has a diverse and extensive work experience in various roles and industries.

Leslie currently serves as the Chief Financial Officer at Kiemle Hagood since November 2020, after previously working as their Controller from July 2017 to November 2020.

Prior to that, Leslie worked at Hecla Mining as an Executive Assistant to the President and CEO from April 2016 to July 2017.

Leslie also held the position of Controller at RiskLens from May 2013 to April 2016.

Before that, Leslie had a long tenure at Ken Roberts Investment Management, Inc. where they held multiple roles including President, Chief Compliance Officer, Vice President, Managing Director, and Chief Operating Officer. Leslie worked there from July 2002 to May 2013.

Leslie's career began at UBS Bancorp Piper Jaffray as a Registered Sales Assistant from September 1999 to June 2002.

Leslie also had a brief role as Vice President at Koyah Ventures, LLC where they were involved in research, development, and introduction of a fund. Leslie'sresponsibilities included partnership accounting using Advent Partner. Leslie was with the company from 1998 to March 1999.

Lastly, Leslie had a long tenure at ICM Asset Management, Inc. where they started as a file clerk and eventually became the Senior Vice President in charge of Corporate Administration, Finance, and Secretary/Treasurer. Leslie managed the Accounting and HR departments and handled coordination with public accountants, banking relationships, and regulatory agencies. Leslie'stime at ICM Asset Management was from September 1988 to March 1999.

Overall, Leslie Yates has a strong background in finance and administration, with experience in various leadership roles throughout their career.

Leslie Yates attended Eastern Washington University from 1992 to 1993, where they studied Business Management. Prior to that, from 1989 to 1992, Leslie attended the Community Colleges of Spokane and obtained an Associate of Arts degree. In terms of certifications, Leslie previously held the Investment Adviser Certified Compliance Professional (IACCP) from the Investment Adviser Association (IAA) and National Regulatory Services, Inc. (NRS). Additionally, Leslie previously held certifications in the Series 63-Uniform Securities Agent State Law Exam, Series 65-Uniform Investment Advisor Law Exam, and Series 7-General Securities Representative Exam, all obtained through the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA). No specific dates for the certifications are provided.