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Monitor Group Recognized as one of the Top 100 Companies in China for Corporate Social Responsibility

June 19 2010

Selected from more than 3,000 firms, Monitor represents the very top tier of Chinese and Multinational companies in China known for their excellence in CSR

The Monitor Group has received the prestigious "Top 100 CSR Companies in China" award during the China Corporate Social Responsibility Forum held in Beijing on June 19, 2010. Monitor was recognized for its excellence in Corporate Social Responsibility and for working with client companies and governments in building CSR and sustainability into their respective business and economic development strategies. Monitor was selected by a committee of experts from China Enterprise Confederation, China Association of Enterprises with Foreign Investment, China Private Economy Research Association, State Assets Supervision and Administration Commission of the State Council, Ministry of Commerce, and Development Research Center of the State Council.

This follows the selection of Monitor in both 2008 and 2009 as one of the Top 50 multinational corporations that have made the greatest contributions to China in the 30 years since the country instituted economic reforms.

"For nearly 20 years, Monitor has supported corporate social responsibility in China and this award recognizes the positive contribution Monitor colleagues in China, with support from our global network, have made to Chinese society, the economy and the country," said Ed Hotard, Chairman of Monitor Group in China. "This award is particularly gratifying because it highlights the commitment of our Monitor China colleagues, not only to China's economic development and the growth of our firm, but also working with our clients in integrating sustainability in their business strategy so that we can all give back to society and improve the standard of living for all Chinese citizens."

"Monitor has a deep commitment to corporate social responsibility in conducting our business around the globe. In China, our colleagues demonstrate that commitment with their personal dedication to CSR excellence in all they do," said Joseph B. Fuller, CEO and co-founder of Monitor Group. "That commitment ranges from assisting in the earthquake relief in Sichuan and Qinghai, to actively educating and coaching participants in the Students in Free Enterprises (SIFE) program, as well as working with our clients to build the principles of social responsibility and environmental sustainability into their business strategy." "We are very proud of our China-based colleagues and congratulate them on this special recognition of their efforts."

Monitor was chosen from more than 3,000 companies and is the only consulting firm to have been selected for this award. Other awardees include ABInBev, Adidas, Alcoa, Amway, Astra Zeneca, Bank of Beijing, Beijing Automobile Industry Corporation, Beijing Pharmaceutical Group, BMW, Bridgestone, China Chengtong Group, China Datang Corporation, China Huaneng Power Corp., CITIC Group, Coca-Cola, Eaton, Emerson, Far East Group, Genzyme, Haier, Lilly, Mead Johnson, Medtronic, Microsoft, Motorola, Nestle, Nokia, Panasonic, PepsiCo, PPG, Rhodia Group, SAP, Shougang Corporation, State Grid Corporation of PRC, Syngenta and Volkswagen Group.

The China Corporate Social Responsibility Forum is an annual event, organized by the China Enterprise Confederation, China Association of Enterprises with Foreign Investment, China Private Economy Research Association, and China Enterprise News, under the guidance of China Entrepreneur Confederation, United Nations Compact Office, International Organization of Employees, and the International Labor Organization. Mr. Ren Yuling, Standing Committee of the 9th, 10th, Chinese Political Consultative Committee and State Council Advisor, along with Ma Zuihong, Vice-Minister, Ministry of Commerce of PRC, announced the award and presented to Ed Hotard and Guanghai Li, Senior Consultant, at the China Corporate Social Responsibility Forum. The event"Towards a Comprehensive Social Responsibility Management" recognized honorees, " for excellence in Corporate Social Responsibility, including CSR as a core element of their business strategy, operating in an ethical manner in all their business activities, focusing on environmental sustainability throughout their business and with their suppliers and customers, and dedication of their employees to improve society while achieving the goals of the corporation."

About Monitor Group's Work in China

Monitor Group has been an active participant in China's economy since 1993. The firm has worked within the Chinese commercial and government sectors, as well assisting multinational corporations to enter the Chinese market. Monitor, which has offices in Beijing, Shanghai and Hong Kong, has performed successful projects in China in the pharmaceutical, consumer products and services, aviation, raw materials, chemicals, heavy industrial, mining and metals, real estate, automotive and telecommunication industries. The firm has carried out engagements across major industries, addressing business, regional and national issues that have been driving China's dramatic economic growth for the past three decades. In addition, Monitor has worked with government entities seeking to enhance competitiveness, entrepreneurship, innovation, environmental sustainability, and economic development in the country.

Monitor Group works with the world's leading corporations, governments and social sector organizations to drive growth on the issues that are most important to them. The firm offers a range of services—advisory, capability-building and capital services—designed to unlock the challenges of achieving sustained growth. Founded in 1983 by six entrepreneurs, including Harvard Business School Professor Michael Porter and Monitor's current Chairman Mark Fuller, Monitor brings leading edge ideas, approaches and methods to bear on clients' toughest problems and biggest opportunities. Headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the firm employs more than 1,500 people in 22 countries worldwide. For more information, visit www.monitor.com or www.monitorgroup.com.cn.

Mr. Ren Yuling, Standing Committee of the 9th, 10th, Chinese Political Consultative Committee and State Council Advisor Announced and Presented the Award to Guanghai LI, Monitor Representative

Selected top award winning companies (Ed Hotard on behalf of Monitor) were received by officials from China Enterprise Confederation, China Association of Enterprises with Foreign Investment,China Private Economy Research Association, Ministry of Commerce, PRC, etc