Todd Merickel named General Manager of Rutter Media

Muncie, IN - August 04, 2008

Rutter Communications Network recently announced that Todd Merickel has been promoted to General Manager for the Rutter Media office in Muncie, Indiana. Merickel had previouslyserved as Sales Manager and Senior Account Manager for the Muncie operation.

In his new role, Mr. Merickel will oversee sales and production operations along with strategic new business relationships with key clients.

Merickel has been a Rutter associate since 2004. Prior to joining Rutter, Merickel served in a variety of media leadership positions in his 20 plus years of media experience including stints with Clear Channel Communications in Indianapolis and Sarasota, Florida. Mr. Merickel is a former radio executive and air personality in Muncie at several area stations and published Golfing Lifestyle Magazine in Florida along with working in Minor League Baseball for five years.

"Todd's ascension into his role as General Manager is a natural step in his growth as a leader and media consultant," stated Rutter CFO Adlai Chester. "His experience and local market knowledge are both very deep, which will help all of our associates be better equipped to meet the goals of our clients. That's exciting."

Mr. Merickel is a graduate of Ball State University with a degree in Telecommunications. His community involvement includes Sunrise Rotary, the Delaware County Optimist Club, Past President of BNI Cardinal Success Chapter & Treasurer of the Muncie Homebuilders Assoc. Merickel is also a licensed USSF and IHSAA soccer referee.

Rutter Media is the television advertising division of Rutter Communications Network, a privately held, multi-media company headquartered in Muncie, Indiana. Rutter Media offices are located in Indiana, Pennsylvania and New Hampshire.

In addition, the company also includes Fusework Studios, a premier provider of Internet Marketing, Web Development, and Managed IT support with locations in Muncie and Indianapolis, Indiana.

For more information contact:
Adlai Chester, VP & CFO
765-289-2113
achester@rutter.net