Deschaine & Company, L.L.C. 128 South Fairway DriveBelleville, IL 62223 Phone (618) 397-1002 Fax (618) 397-4102

Press Release Contact: Mark Deschaine Phone: (618) 397-1002

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 9:30 A.M. CDT, July 1, 2009

INVESTMENT ADVISOR ADDS TWO VICE PRESIDENTS TO INVESTMENT STAFF

BELLEVILLE, IL, JULY 1, 2009: Mark J. Deschaine, President of Deschaine & Company, L.L.C., a

registered investment advisor located in Belleville, Illinois, announced the addition of Matt Powers,

and Jason Loyd to the firm as Vice Presidents and Portfolio Managers. Both executives will be

responsible for portfolio management, security research and client relations. Combined, Matt and

Jason have over 20 years of investment management industry experience.

“Having the opportunity to add two experienced and capable investment professionals to our staff

is an important step in the development and growth of the firm,” said Mark Deschaine, President

and founder of Deschaine & Company. “The addition of Matt and Jason will allow the firm to

broaden its client service and provide depth and experience to the investment staff. They will also

give the firm the opportunity to grow and provide income oriented investment management to a

larger potential market, including institutional clients throughout the Midwest.” Deschaine added.

Deschaine & Company, L.L.C. is a Belleville, Illinois based registered investment advisor providing All Cap Equity Income management to approximately 60 clients and has approximately $60 million in assets under management as of May 30, 2009.

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