Investor Education Fund (IEF) Chairman Paul Bates announced today the appointment of Tom Hamza as president of the Investor Education Fund.

Hamza brings to the IEF considerable consulting and strategic development experience in the financial services sector. Most recently, he was vice president, financial services and chief compliance officer at KidsFutures Investments where he was responsible for developing its financial services strategy.

“Tom joins us with a strong strategic vision and a track record of demonstrated leadership and building long-term relationships,” said Bates, in a news release. “I’m confident Tom will drive the Fund’s strategic priorities.”

Hamza’s appointment is effective Monday, Dec. 11, 2006.