Gordon M. Harper serves as Chief Financial Officer and Secretary of ARMOUR Residential REIT, Inc., a position he has held since August 2013. In this dual role, he oversees all financial operations, including financial reporting, budgeting, investor relations, and compliance with SEC regulations. As Secretary, he also manages corporate governance matters, board communications, and key legal documentation. Under his leadership, ARMOUR has navigated complex interest rate environments and maintained strong financial discipline, supporting the company's focus on investing in residential mortgage-backed securities to generate high current income for shareholders. Prior to joining ARMOUR, Mr. Harper was Vice President at Annaly Capital Management, Inc., from 2009 to 2013, where he played a key role in financial planning, treasury operations, and risk management for one of the largest mortgage REITs. His earlier career included six years at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as a senior associate in the real estate assurance practice, providing audit and advisory services to real estate investment trusts and financial institutions. These experiences have equipped him with deep expertise in the REIT sector, particularly in mortgage-related assets and regulatory compliance. A Certified Public Accountant, Mr. Harper holds a B.S. in Accounting from the University of Delaware. His achievements include optimizing capital structures during periods of market volatility and contributing to ARMOUR's consistent dividend payments, earning recognition for his strategic financial stewardship in the dynamic fixed-income investment landscape.