SPECTRUM'S SUCCESS ATTRACTS SEASONED PROFESSIONAL
Former Cincinnati Bell President to Help Guide Direction of Company

CINCINNATI, Ohio, April 9, 2009  – Spectrum Inc. a national telecommunications expense management (TEM) company that is celebrating its 10th anniversary of delivering comprehensive telecommunications management solutions to its growing client base, has announced the appointment of John J. “Jack” Mueller to its Board of Directors effective April 1, 2009.

“Mr. Mueller brings his extensive leadership and more than thirty years of telecommunications industry experience to Spectrum’s board. In his career, he has held executive leadership positions at Cincinnati Bell (NYSE:CBB), Valor Communications Group (NYSE:VCG), Connexion Technologies, and Timmaron Capital Advisors. Mr. Mueller currently sits on the Board of Directors at Centennial Communications (NASDAQ: CYCL) and Apex CoVantage, and is a previous director of the United States Telecom Association, Idearc Media and the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Mueller also provides executive coaching services to several small- to medium-sized clients.

We are pleased to have Jack join our team during this very exciting time for our organization,” said Troy McCracken, CEO of Spectrum. “Jack’s extensive background in telecommunications and his proven track record of driving innovation will bring a unique insight into our ongoing development of TrueVue®, our TEM solution, as well as where Spectrum’s focus should be over the next several years to continue our growth and success within the telecommunications industry.”

“I am excited to join the Spectrum board,” said Mr. Mueller. “I have known the McCracken brothers for several years, and am very impressed with what they have been able to accomplish at Spectrum. It is my hope that my experience in strategic mentoring and executive coaching will help their leadership team continue to drive growth for both their company and their customers.”

About Spectrum, Inc.

One of the country's foremost telecommunications management companies, Spectrum, Inc., helps its clients manage the entire telecommunications lifecycle. Based in Cincinnati, Spectrum's offerings include its TrueVue® TEM solution, expert carrier-independent consulting, network design, management and optimization, contract negotiation, and proven customer support. For further information, please  visit www.3spectrum.com.