Press release

The 10 company, new consultancy and partner to Davis & Company, is launched

Glen Rock, N.J.—January 19, 2012— The 10 company, a new consultancy specializing in helping C-level executives transform their businesses through authentic, results-driven marketing and communications, launched this week in New York City. The new firm is partnering with Davis & Company to offer each firm's clients a broader range of talent and resources.

Founded by communications industry leader Valerie Di Maria and technology CEO Clare DeNicola, the 10 company provides an array of marketing and communications services, including thought leadership, branding and corporate positioning, social and traditional media and M&A communications.

The 10 company's two principals bring to the firm significant C-Suite experience. Di Maria has held the top communications or marketing role at GE Capital, Motorola, and Willis, the global insurance broker. She was most recently at Peppercom, an award winning mid-size communications agency, where she was a member of the management team. DeNicola was CEO of IVANS, Inc., a leading technology provider for the insurance and healthcare industries.

"I am delighted that Davis & Company is partnering with the 10 company, since our firms complement each other's expertise and services," says Alison Davis, CEO of Davis & Company. "We'll explore opportunities to work together to add value to client assignments and to build thought leadership in key areas."

For more information about the 10 company, please visit www.the10company.com or contact info@the10company.com, 646-706-5564

Davis & Company helps leading organizations reach, engage and motivate their employees. Our clients include Eaton, ITT, Johnson & Johnson, PepsiCo, Pfizer, Rogers Communications and Tyco International. Founded in 1984, the firm also offers web-based workshops and publications on employee communication and HR/benefits communication. For more information, visit: www.davisandco.com