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BASKING RIDGE, N.J., June 28, 2006 -- Hooper Holmes, Inc. (AMEX:HH) today announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Burt R. Wolder as Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer. Mr. Wolder brings to Hooper Holmes a wealth of experience garnered from a successful corporate marketing and communications career that spans nearly three decades.
During his 24 years at AT&T, Wolder served in a variety of senior leadership positions. He led brand development, advertising and public relations for all of AT&T's operations in Europe, the Middle East and Africa, achieving record levels of customer awareness. He directed web promotions and publicity for AT&T WorldNet, the company's Internet service for consumers. He built the company's reputation as a broadband leader and brought new technology products to market as Communications Vice President for AT&T Labs. He also led reputation management, strengthening shareholder and employee confidence as Executive Communications Vice President.
Most recently, Wolder served as Vice President of Communications for Affiliated Computer Services, Inc. (ACS), one of the world's leading providers of business process outsourcing and information technology solutions.
"We are excited that Burt Wolder will be joining Hooper Holmes as our Chief Marketing Officer," said James Calver, President and Chief Executive Officer of Hooper Holmes. "He has a proven track record in building brands, entering new markets and leading successful teams. We believe he will be a terrific asset to our company as we strengthen the Hooper Holmes brand and work to garner greater market share."
Burt Wolder commented, "While Hooper Holmes has a remarkable history and heritage, I believe even better days lay ahead. I am proud to be joining at a unique time in the company's development, and I look forward to working with the Board of Directors, James Calver and the rest of the Hooper Holmes team."
About Hooper Holmes
Hooper Holmes provides outsourced risk assessment services to the life insurance industry through over 250 locations nationwide and in the United Kingdom, as well as claims evaluation information services to the automobile and workers' compensation insurance industries.
Certain information contained herein includes information that is forward- looking. The matters referred to in forward-looking statements may be affected by the risks and uncertainties involving the Company's business. These forward-looking statements are qualified in their entirety by cautionary statements contained in the Company's Securities and Exchange Commission filings. The Company disclaims any obligation to update these forward-looking statements.
Contacts: Hooper Holmes
James Calver, President and Chief Executive Officer
908-766-5000
Financial Dynamics
Investors:
Jonathan Birt or John Capodanno
Media:
Sean Leous
212-850-5600
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