"Koreen brings a wide range of legal expertise to our organization," saidDavid Cole, Chairman/CEO of The Warranty Group. "Her experience in thesecurities area including corporate governance and compliance for both privateand publicly-traded companies, plus her global background, make her a vitaladdition to executive team. Koreen will play a key role in the future of ourorganization."

Ryan has over 15 years of experience, including previous positions asDivision of Enforcement Attorney for the U.S. Securities and ExchangeCommission, Senior Counsel for McDonald's Corporation, as well as other seniorcorporate positions.

Ryan holds a JD degree from the Valparaiso University School of Law andBachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees from Indiana University.

About The Warranty Group

The Warranty Group is the world's premier provider of extended serviceplans and related benefits, with operations in 33 countries and 2300employees. By providing underwriting, claims administration, compliance andmarketing expertise, The Warranty Group is a single-source solution formanufacturers, distributors and retailers of consumer goods including autos,homes, consumer electronics, furniture and appliances as well as financialinstitutions and the travel/leisure industry. http://www.thewarrantygroup.com

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