Spectrum Brings Aboard Vice President of Operations

CINCINNATI, Ohio, November 18, 2008  – Spectrum Inc. a national telecommunications management company, recently hired Jeffrey M. Tell as Vice President of Operations.

Mr. Tell joins Spectrum at a time of rapid growth for the company as a result of its telecom expense management (TEM) solution, TrueVue®. Spectrum’s comprehensive software and managed services offering as well as its unmatched technology in processing paper as well as electronic invoices, continues to be a clear differentiator among its competitors in the telecom expense management industry.

“Jeff will provide the proven leadership and extensive senior management experience that Spectrum needs during this exciting expansion period of the company,” said Trent McCracken, President of Spectrum. “With over 15 years of senior management experience and a deep knowledge and background in corporate finance, strategic planning, and mergers & acquisitions, Jeff is a key driver in maintaining our controlled growth over the next several years.”

Prior to joining Spectrum, Mr. Tell held senior management positions at Prexus Health and Fifth Third Bank. "The technological capabilities, industry experience and depth of talent at Spectrum is very impressive," said Mr. Tell. "When you blend those inherent strengths with the cost-saving solution that TrueVue provides businesses of all sizes and complexion, our prospects for growth in 2009 and beyond are immeasurable. I am excited to join Spectrum at a pivotal point in its 10-year history, and hope that my contributions to the leadership team help navigate the company toward continued success."

About Spectrum, Inc.

One of the country's foremost telecommunications management companies, Spectrum, Inc., provides comprehensive value-added solutions and services to organizations that seek to eliminate unwarranted complexity and cost from telecom administration. Based in Cincinnati, Spectrum oversees all facets of companies' multiple carrier relationships, from network design through vendor selection, implementation, management, and optimization. Spectrum's offerings include its TrueVue® telecom expense management (TEM) software solution, expert carrier-independent consulting, and proven customer support. For further information, please  visit www.3spectrum.com.