Nicola Santoro, Jr., serves as Chief Financial Officer, Chief Accounting Officer, and Treasurer at Rithm Capital Corp., a global investment manager focused on real estate, mortgage, and financial services assets. In this multifaceted role, he oversees all aspects of the company's financial operations, including strategic planning, capital markets activities, treasury management, financial reporting, and compliance with SEC regulations. Mr. Santoro plays a pivotal role in driving Rithm's growth initiatives, such as acquisitions, debt financings, and equity offerings, ensuring robust financial health and shareholder value creation in a dynamic market environment. With over 25 years of experience in finance and accounting, Mr. Santoro began his career at Deloitte & Touche, where he advanced to audit manager specializing in real estate and financial services. He later held senior positions at Annaly Capital Management, Inc., including Controller and Head of Financial Reporting, before joining New Residential Investment Corp. (a Rithm predecessor) as Deputy CFO in 2017. There, he spearheaded the integration of major acquisitions and managed complex securitizations, contributing to the company's expansion into a multi-billion-dollar portfolio. Among his key achievements, Mr. Santoro led the financial aspects of the transformative 2022 merger between New Residential and certain Fortress Investment Group businesses to form Rithm Capital, navigating regulatory approvals and optimizing the capital structure. His expertise in GAAP and IFRS standards, coupled with a proven track record in risk management and investor relations, has positioned Rithm as a leader in alternative asset management, earning him recognition from industry peers for operational excellence.