IRVINE, Calif., (July 2, 2008) – Thompson National Properties, LLC announced today that Johnna Howard has joined the company as chief financial officer.

“Johnna’s experience satisfying institutional investors’ demanding reporting requirements completes TNP’s rigorous finance and accounting platform objectives,” said Tony Thompson, chairman and chief executive officer of Thompson National Properties.

"It is exciting to be part of an entrepreneurial organization that fosters teamwork and promotes excellence,” said Howard.

Previously, Howard was senior vice president and controller at IHP Capital Partners since 1998 where she managed the accounting department and compliance for five Investor Limited Partnerships, with aggregate commitments in excess of $1.4 billion. Prior to IHP Capital Partners, Howard was regional accounting manager for Prudential Home Building Investors. Howard earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree with an emphasis in accounting from the University of San Diego and is a Certified Public Accountant.

Thompson National Properties, LLC provides value-added real estate investment opportunities and asset management to high net worth domestic, foreign and institutional investors. For more information regarding Thompson National Properties, please visit www.tnpre.com.