Peter J. Adamski has been named chief financial officer, Aptuit, Inc. Mr. Adamski has more than 25 years of financial management experience in public and private companies, primarily in the health care and pharmaceutical industries. He most recently served as chief financial officer of Barriersafe Solutions International, where he revamped the company's accounting, tax and financial reporting functions and was instrumental in the successful sale of the company. Mr. Adamski began his career at Arthur Andersen before joining Johnson & Johnson, where he spent 16 years in roles with increasing responsibility. He also served as chief financial officer of McNeil Specialty Products Co.

"Pete brings a robust understanding of complex global business transactions and experienced professional financial management to this position," stated Michael A. Griffith, Aptuit's chief executive officer. "We welcome Pete as we transition into a new phase of investment, consolidation and recruitment to expand our global operations while emphasizing superior financial performance."

Mr. Adamski replaces Jon E. Tropsa, who will return to his private consulting practice. Mr. Tropsa will continue to serve as a consultant on a range of issues for Aptuit.

Mr. Griffith stated, "On behalf of Aptuit's investors and managers, I thank Jon for his leadership and tireless effort since joining us full time to acquire and assimilate our platform positions. We could not have done it without him, and we will keep his office lights on because we expect to see a Lot of him as we become his client once again."