Hylant Group Promotes Brian K. Hall to President of Hylant Specialty Programs / National Insurance Specialists

TOLEDO, Ohio - March 1, 2005 - Hylant Group announces the promotion of Brian K. Hall to President of Hylant Specialty Programs/National Insurance Specialists. Brian is responsible for the overall operations of Hylant Specialty Programs, a division of Hylant Group. Hylant Specialty Programs operates under the trade name National Insurance Specialists and specializes in insurance products for the equipment rental industry. Brian holds his Bachelor of Business Degree in Corporate Finance and International Banking from the University of Toledo.

Commenting on the announcement, Patrick R. Hylant, CEO states "Brian's expertise and longevity in the rental equipment industry has enabled us to bring innovative risk solutions to our clients. His promotion is well deserved and will encourage continued growth in the program."

Hylant Group is a 70-year old, privately held insurance agency offering complete risk management services, insurance, loss control engineering, 401(k) services, financial services, health care management, and employee benefits for businesses and individuals around the world. In addition to the headquarters in Toledo, OH, , and Troy, Michigan offices, the firm has offices in Ann Arbor and Troy, Michigan; Columbus, Cincinnati and Cleveland, Ohio; as well as Indianapolis, Bloomington and Ft. Wayne, Indiana. Hylant is also a member of the Worldwide Broker Network. Hylant is ranked as the 26th largest out of more than 15,000 insurance agencies nationwide.