"We're proud to work with LIMRA not only as a strategic partner , but also
as a client, and look forward to continue using on-demand communications to
benefit LIMRA, its members and the industry," said Bob Sullivan, CEO of
Pinpoint Global. To learn more, visit http://www. Claster, founding partner of the
predecessor Carl Marks Consulting Group and president of the parent company,
Carl Marks + Co. Its parent
company, Carl Marks + Co.

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LIMRA has begun using Pinpoint to enhance its communication with
more than 800 member companies and as many as 30,000 individual users.
"When tied to an overall distribution strategy , these tools increase
producer productivity, drive sales and provide a significant return on
investment ," Kerzner added.

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LIMRA International Partners with E-Communications Firm Pinpoint Global to Leverage Latest Sales and Training Technology

, Financial services association LIMRA
International announces a strategic partnership with Pinpoint Global
Communications, a firm that provides on-line sales, training and
communications programs to the financial services industry.
"Using Pinpoint as a new medium will also raise awareness among LIMRA
members that this sophisticated web-based solution is available, production-
proven and being used by leading companies," Sullivan said.
"Our name has changed, but our commitment to helping our clients achieve
their goals has not," said Mark L., is a leading merchant bank founded in New York in
1925.

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Comprehensive services now provided through Carl Marks Advisory Group LLC
include:

* Business Assessment * Mergers + Acquisitions
* Interim Management + * Divestitures + Buyouts
Crisis Management * Debt and Equity Capital Raising
* Revitalization * Financial Restructuring -
Consulting Strategy + Implementation
* Restructuring Plan
Development + Execution
* Bankruptcy Advisory Services

Carl Marks Advisory Group is headquartered in New York.

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LIMRA was established in 1916 to help its
member companies maximize their marketing and distribution effectiveness.
The former Carl Marks Consulting Group is one of the nation's leading
corporate revitalization consulting firms, providing operational and financial
advisory services to underperforming middle market companies and their
stakeholders.

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"Insurance and financial
services firms can use new communications tools to reach their producers
quickly, with a consistent message, and track their program results.

About LIMRA International
LIMRA International is a worldwide association providing research,
consulting and other services to more than 800 insurance and financial
services companies in 60 countries.
"Under one name, we're better positioned to continue achieving our mission
of providing coordinated financial and advisory services to our clients," said
Duff Meyercord , partner of the newly named firm and of both predecessor
companies.

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"LIMRA research confirms that the vast majority of producers use web-based
tools to provide better client service, and increase productivity and sales,"
said Bob Kerzner, president and CEO of LIMRA."
Through its integrated audio and video programs, organizations can use
Pinpoint's technology to launch products, conduct training and communicate key
messages.Leading corporate revitalization firm and its investment banking affiliate to
operate as Carl Marks Advisory Group LLC

NEW YORK, Carl Marks Consulting Group LLC and
Carl Marks Capital Advisors LLC today unveiled a new name -- Carl Marks
Advisory Group LLC -- under which both entities will now operate.

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Its investment banking affiliate , the former Carl Marks Capital
Advisors, also serves the middle market, providing coordinated investment
banking services focused on helping clients execute merger and acquisition
strategies and raise the necessary capital to address financial challenges.

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Pinpoint Global customizes its turnkey programs to the specific needs of
financial services companies -- programs that support a fast-paced environment
with on-demand communications, are available 24X7, are interactive and
continuously track producer interest and response.

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About Pinpoint Global
Pinpoint Global is the leading provider of enterprise class, on-demand
sales, training and communications solutions to the financial services
industry.
"As we continue to expand our client base, the new name better reflects
the comprehensive services that we collectively provide to the middle market,"
Claster said.

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"As a LIMRA communications partner, our technology will
extend LIMRA's reach and enhance its breadth of offerings for research, and
consulting and compliance services.

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