AAMG Creates COO Post

Randy Conte has been named to the newly created post of chief operations officer of ABN Amro Mortgage Group Inc., a mortgage lender based in Ann Arbor, Mich.AAMG said Mr. Conte will be charged with creating an integrated operating environment across all company locations and addressing key strategic initiatives, including increased organizational efficiency and support of the company's commitment to sustainable growth. Mr. Conte was most recently executive vice president and corporate controller for AAMG's parent company, LaSalle Bank Corp. He was previously director of information technology and global head of business management for SBC Warburg, as well as senior manager with Arthur Andersen's consulting practice. The company can be found online at http://www.mortgage.com.