Martin Partners Recruits Chief Financial Officer to Plano Molding Company

Plano, IL - March 24, 2008 - Martin Partners, L.L.C. announces the recruitment of John P. Preusser to the position of Chief Financial Officer at Plano Molding Company. Plano is the world’s leading manufacturer of tackle boxes, with over 75% market-share in the U.S.  Plano is backed by Tinicum, a private equity firm.  Prior to joining Plano, Mr. Preusser was Director of Finance with the Injection Molding Group of Wilbert Plastics Services.