PETER F. DRAKE October 9, 2007

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Exhibit 10.8(d)

PETER F. DRAKE

October 9, 2007

Mr. Michael Lacovara,
Chief Executive Officer
Rodman & Renshaw Capital Group, Inc.
1270 Avenue of the Americas, 16th Floor
New York, NY 10020

Dear Michael,

       This letter confirms my acceptance to serve as a member of the Board of Directors of Rodman & Renshaw Capital Group, Inc. effective as of the date and time of effectiveness of the Company’s S-1 registration statement designated as SEC File No. 333-144684. I hereby consent to the use of my name in such registration statement as a director-nominee.

  Very truly yours,
   
   
  /s/ PETER F. DRAKE
  Peter F. Drake