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The Phelps Group Brings Laclede Account Aboard

SANTA MONICA, Calif. – (February 7, 2002) -- Laclede, Inc., the world’s leading manufacturer and distributor of products designed to treat xerostomia, more commonly known as dry mouth, has chosen The Phelps Group as its public relations agency of record to provide media relations support and strategic marketing direction.

“Laclede’s Biotene and OralBalance products are highly recommended by dentists, oral hygienists and other healthcare professionals, and we are pleased to help the company promote the benefits of these products to consumers,” says Bill Krenn, VP, Team Leader at The Phelps Group.

The Phelps Group is a fully integrated marketing firm offering public relations, advertising, direct response, promotions, strategic alliance and interactive services. Its clients, most of which are world leaders in their industry, include Tahiti Tourism, Countrywide, City of Hope, IndyMac Bank, Panasonic Broadcast & A/V, Bushnell Sports Optics, PETCO, Monrovia Nurseries and Pepperdine University.

The agency has 55 associates and annual billings in excess of $51 million. For more information about The Phelps Group, refer to its web site: http://www.thephelpsgroup.com

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