Maritz Research Names New President; Brereton Accepts Post

ST. LOUIS--Oct. 7, 2003--Maritz Research, the market research business of Maritz Inc., has named Michael Brereton, age 43, as president, following the appointment of Tim Rogers to the position of president for the Maritz Automotive Group. With over 20 years of marketing research and management experience, Brereton has worked in key aspects of the company's operations including business development, operations and management.

"Michael is an excellent leader who is passionate about the research industry," said Steve Maritz, president of Maritz. "I believe he will apply his extensive experience to our goal of delivering actionable intelligence that helps our clients achieve business success."

Past roles for Brereton at Maritz Research include account manager, division manager and group vice president. Most recently, he was the North American managing director, responsible for all Maritz Research business sectors in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

Brereton received his master's degree in business administration from Bowling Green State University after completing his bachelor of science with the General Motors Institute in Flint, Mich.

About Maritz Research

As one of the world's largest marketing research firms, Maritz Research helps many of today's most successful companies improve performance through a deep understanding of their customers, employees and channel partners. Founded in 1973, it offers a range of strategic and tactical solutions concentrating primarily in the automotive, financial services, hospitality, telecommunications and technology industries. The company has achieved ISO 9001 registration, the international symbol of quality. It is a member of CASRO and official sponsor of the American Marketing Association. Maritz Research has offices in the United States, Canada, Brazil, the United Kingdom and Germany. For more information, visit www.maritzresearch.com.

About Maritz Inc.

Maritz Inc., based in St. Louis, Mo., is ranked No. 150 on the most recent Forbes list of 500 Biggest Private Companies. Maritz provides market and customer research, communications, learning solutions, incentive initiatives, meetings and event management, rewards and recognition, travel management services, and customer loyalty programs. Maritz has a presence in 42 countries, with key offices in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, and Spain. For more information, visit the Web site www.maritz.com.