Automotive Analyst Richard Hilgert to Discuss Working With Analysts at September 25 National Investor Relations Institute (NIRI) Meeting

    DETROIT--Sept. 13, 2001--Richard Hilgert, vice president of automotive research for Fahnestock & Company will be the featured speaker at the September 25 National Investor Relations Institute (NIRI) Michigan meeting.
    "Mr. Hilgert's presentation is sure to appeal to anyone who works in investor relations, whether you work in the automotive field or any other industry," said Mary Ann Victor, president of NIRI Michigan chapter and vice president, communications, Somanetics Corporation.
    Hilgert will discuss the "do's and don'ts" of working with analysts, including what information they need and how they want it delivered. He will also discuss the impact of Regulation Fair Disclosure and ways in which analysts obtain information on companies -- those they cover and those they are considering.
    The meeting will be held at 12 noon, Tuesday, September 25, at the Hotel St. Regis, 3071 West Grand Boulevard, Detroit. Cost is $25 for members and $30 for non-members. To make a reservation contact Mary Ann Victor at 248-689-3050 ext. 204 or email mavictor@wwnet.com.

    NIRI was founded in 1969 as a professional association of corporate officers and investor relations consultants responsible for communications between corporate management, the investing public and the financial community.