XtraGlobex Inc. - Strategic Business Development

Acquisition adds and enhances support services capabilities to U.S. food business in K-12, higher education, and business & industry sectors

WAYNE, PA (June 8, 2010) – Compass Group North America, through its operating company, Crothall Services Group, of Wayne, PA, announced the completion of its acquisition of Knoxville, Tennessee-based Southeast Service Corporation (d/b/a SSC Service Solutions), a provider of contract cleaning services operating in the kindergarten to grade 12, higher education, and business & industry sectors. The transaction was finalized on Monday, June 7, 2010.

“We are excited about this key acquisition, which will give us an immediate foothold in the education market,” said Crothall’s CEO Bobby Kutteh. “We are convinced that the quality service provided by SSC will be a strong addition to our growing support service business and a significant complement to Compass’ food service offering in this particular market. In addition, SSC’s presence in business venues will broaden our current support service offering in the business & industry sector. SSC has a strong management team with a proven track record of success. We are certain they will add great value to our team.” said Kutteh.

Founded in 1969 by Baxter Lee, SSC Service Solutions is made up of over 6,500 employees providing cleaning services through specialized divisions including: K-12, college & universities, and business & industry. SSC has over 1,000 clients in 36 states, with its corporate headquarters in Knoxville, TN. Operations will continue to be performed under the SSC name with SSC management.

“We have worked very hard over the years to build the best housekeeping company in education and the other industries we serve,” said Don Williams, SSC Service Solutions President & CEO. “Our loyal customers see the value we provide and the quality of work we perform. We are honored to have been selected to join Compass Group, one of the leading support services company in the world, which already has a stellar name in food services within education. This relationship will create growth opportunities for our employees, expand our capabilities for existing customers, and open up new doors through additional service offerings.”

For information about Compass Group, Crothall Services Group, Southeast Service Corporation, or details of the acquisition, please contact Bart Kaericher, Senior Vice President, Sales & Marketing, Crothall Services Group, at 610-576-5152.

About Compass Group North America
Based in Charlotte NC, Compass Group North America is the leading foodservice and support services company in the United States with $9.2 billion in revenues in 2009. With 386,000 associates worldwide, its parent company, UK-based Compass Group PLC had revenues of over ₤13 billion in the year to September 30, 2009.

About Crothall Services Group
Crothall Services Group is a premier provider of support services to the healthcare, education, and business & industry sectors in the United States. Crothall serves more than 1,500 customers across the US, employs and manages over 30,000 people, and leads the industry with an average customer retention rate of over 99%. Crothall’s service offerings, through its Crothall Healthcare, Eurest Services, and SSC Service Solutions subsidiaries include Janitorial and Environmental Services, Laundry & Linen, Patient Transportation, Clinical Equipment Services, and Facilities Management. www.crothall.com

Unification of premier facilities service providers brings unparalleled mix of self-performed and managed soft support services to the marketplace

WAYNE, PA, February 1, 2010 – Compass Group, the world’s leading food and support services company, announced the integration of KIMCO Corporation and Eurest Services USA under the Eurest Services brand banner. The combination of KIMCO and Eurest Services provides expanded geographic reach for self performed and managed facilities services, making it one of the largest providers in North America. John Barrett, former CEO of KIMCO, has been named President of Eurest Services USA.

The unified organization will serve clients with a wider range of facilities solutions and locations, capitalizing on a heritage of service excellence and team dedication with the resources and processes available from Compass Group. Eurest Services can now bring an unparalleled mix of soft support services to the marketplace, along with a commitment to quality and unbeatable value. The company will have presence in 49 states and will support over 1,000 corporate clients in the US, in the corporate facilities, retail, manufacturing, energy, pharmaceutical, and other industries.

The joint company will offer services ranging from janitorial and building services to grounds keeping. The ability to customize unique service bundles is enhanced by access to extensive staff training and processes like the Compass Service Framework, a proprietary platform developed to allow a range of services to be delivered to customers within repeatable and consistent management procedures.

“This is an opportunity to continue to structure a combination of services for our clients to meet their needs, and it is enhanced by the depth of our commitment to quality and efficiency. Our experience with national and global clients provides us with the unique ability to deliver the promise of “Mastering of the Craft of Facilities Solutions,” says Barrett.

KIMCO Corporation, formerly headquartered in Harwood Heights, IL became a member of Compass Group in 2009.

About Eurest Services USA and Compass Group
Eurest Services offers complete facilities consulting and project management services to maximize performance and value. We are differentiated through leadership, innovation, and an extensive resource network.

Eurest Services is part of Compass Group, the world’s leading food and support services company. We specialize in providing food, vending, and related support services on our clients’ premises. Based in Charlotte NC, Compass Group North America is the leading foodservice and support services company with $9.2 billion in revenues in 2009. With 386,000 associates worldwide, its parent company, UK-based Compass Group PLC had revenues of ₤13.4 billion in the year to September 30, 2009. The company operates across the following core sectors of Business and Industry (B&I), Defense, Offshore & Remote Site, Healthcare, Education, Sports & Leisure, and Vending with an established brand portfolio. www.eurestservices.us, www.compass-group.com, www.cgnad.com

Premier distributor works with strategic marketing partner to update online presence, showcasing growth, scope and partnerships on Magicpins.com

PHILADELPHIA, September 13, 2009 - Magicpins, one of the premier prepaid wireless distributors in North America and a leader in b2b e-commerce systems for distribution of prepaid wireless refills, has announced the launch of their extensive website redesign. XtraGlobex, the Philadelphia-based strategic business development firm and MagicPins’ communications agency, designed and developed the revitalized web presence, which offers retailers, vendors, and distributors insight into the company’s history and extensive offerings, as well as easy log-in to their industry-leading retailer portal.

“We are thrilled with this redesign,” said Anurag Jain, founder and CEO of Magicpins. “Our technology is one of our strongest offerings, and has always been a differentiator for us. Now, to complement that, our public-facing website truly represents the scope and caliber of our organization. It really shows how distinguished we are from our competition.”

The new site, at www.magicpins.com, reflects the position of Magicpins as a true industry leader with broad national footprint and unique, game-changing offerings. The site offers highlights of the Magicpins catalogue, as well as the organizational philosophy and service-orientation that makes Magicpins an ideal partner for retailers, providers, and other distributors alike. “We truly add value and excellence to our partners’ businesses,” said Jain. “This is our number one objective. We are excited to have a site that really brings that message home.” Prospective partners will be able to contact Magicpins through the site, and current partners will have quick log-in access on every page to their portal, the indispensable hub of business for a Magicpins-affiliated retailer.

XtraGlobex, a strategic business development firm based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, designed and developed the new Magicpins website as part of their strategic marketing partnership. The redesign included complete graphic and content revitalization, and cutting-edge, standards-based front-end development, resulting in a dynamic, innovative look and a search engine-friendly site.

About Magic Pins, LLC
Philadelphia-based Magicpins is a fast growth company in the prepaid wireless industry. Since 2005, Magicpins had triple digit sales growth each year. Magicpins offers a variety of prepaid wireless products and services for retailers in the most efficient manner from the carriers and providers. Magicpins’ solid relationships with the carriers, expertise in prepaid wireless distribution and Information Technology distinguish the company from its competitors–Magicpins offers the best quality packages to retailers. In business for four years, the firm’s IT enabled processes keep the logistic cost low, thereby providing the highest margins to retailers. www.magicpins.com

About XtraGlobex
XtraGlobex is a strategic consulting firm that specializes in business development focusing on communications, technology, and globalization. The XtraGlobex industry experience and fresh outlook sets it apart from its competitors. The firm’s focus on Exceptional and Sustainable Competitive Advantage can create solutions including a new brand, a market entry or growth strategy, an outsourcing initiative, an e-commerce plan or a PR campaign. www.xtraglobex.com