NEWS RELEASE

EAGLE ROCK - YEAR ONE / PROXY WEBINAR PLANNED

Year One - Meeting Client Proxy Solicitation Needs

In the years prior to the formation of Eagle Rock, R&T referred clients to proxy solicitors whenever we believed that a client would be best served by employing one. The solicitors we noted had a track record of providing high quality, ethical service to all clients, including small and mid-sized issuers. We did not and would not accept a "finder's fee" from solicitors, as some might, looking instead for quality service to support our clients' needs.

The changing landscape of the proxy solicitation business caused us to reconsider this approach. The leeching of entire staffs from reputable solicitation firms and other incidents placed us in a situation where we no longer had that caring business partner that provided full service solicitation. The time was right to form an affiliate where we could control the quality and the ethics of the service delivered to our clients. It also enabled us to expand our service offerings, consistent with our philosophy of providing clients with 'One Stop Shopping'. When an issuer needs a solicitor, they are often venturing into areas beyond their expertise and, in fact, may not realize when help is needed with their shareholder meeting or the counsel of a corporate governance expert. Unfortunately, many solicitors' attentions are focused on large deals, with artful lip service often given to smaller and less lucrative clients. As an affiliate, Eagle Rock enables us to ensure that all clients are given premium service.

"Eagle Rock has had a 100% success rate…"

Issuers are long-term business partners that deserve services tailored to meet their needs. To achieve this, we carefully evaluated and selected proven experts that shared our beliefs and approach. The results are telling. Eagle Rock has developed a following based on cost effective results, attention to detail and value-added relationships. Joe Contorno, Senior Managing Director, noted that, "Since being formed in late 2010, Eagle Rock has had a 100% success rate in all the meetings and proposals for which we have been engaged! Our client testimonials speak for themselves." Through articles, news releases and webinars, Eagle Rock has also provided education and guidance. "With the addition of Brad Robinson, Esq., an experienced corporate governance advisory specialist, we've been able to bring a new dimension to the insights we can offer our clients on this increasingly complex subject", noted Tom Montrone, CEO of both companies.

Webinar Planned - The Basics and Proxy Access to Date

To this end, Eagle Rock is planning a second webinar for issuers, law firms and other industry participants. This briefing will cover developments in Proxy Access followed by a review of the proxy solicitation process and the importance of analyzing your shareholder base and understanding voting projections. The seminar is planned for early February. Look for an announcement soon.

Your Annual Meeting Planning

For many of you, planning for your annual meeting is already underway. But, it's never too late to engage a solicitor - or at least consult with one, especially if there's anything unusual or controversial going on. Or even if you just want to get a better handle on your shareholder base. To talk with one of our proxy solicitor specialists or to find out how Eagle Rock Proxy Advisors can help you achieve your annual meeting goals, contact your R&T Account Executive or Joe Contorno at jcontorno@eaglerockproxy.com or (800) 951-2406.