Jessica McNulty, USWeb/CKS, 408-987-3296 or
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USWeb/CKS Expands Presence in Chicago Metropolitan Area
Company acquires leading information technology consulting firm
SANTA CLARA, Calif. - May 4, 1999 - USWeb/CKS (Nasdaq: USWB), a leader in strategic Internet and marketing communications services, announced today the acquisition of Modern Business Technology (MBT), a premier provider of Information Technology consulting services based in Schaumburg, Illinois. MBT's experience working with corporate decision-makers on the application of Web technology within business adds to USWeb/CKS's growing strategy and technology consulting service offerings.
"With a focus on mission-critical Internet and e-commerce solutions, MBT adds to our Internet expertise and strengthens our presence in the Central Region," said Robert Shaw, CEO, USWeb/CKS. "MBT brings a strong regional reputation to the table and embodies our company mission to help transform businesses in the digital economy."
"Joining USWeb/CKS gives us the opportunity to extend our passion for the Internet to businesses around the globe," said Scott Spear, president and co-founder of MBT. "We have always believed in helping companies harness the power of the Internet to create business leadership - as part of USWeb/CKS, we are truly poised to do this on a global scale."
With more than 12 years experience in software development, management consulting and organizational leadership, Scott Spear will join the USWeb/CKS regional management team as a managing partner. Spear offers a solid combination of technical and strategic business experience. Since founding MBT, he has managed the overall operations of the company including the delivery of consulting services, sales and marketing, finance, recruiting and employee relations. Prior to founding MBT, he worked for Andersen Consulting in Chicago. He was one of 25 founding members of Andersen's elite Architecture Resource Group.
About MBT
MBT is a premier provider of Information Technology consulting services, with a strong focus on Internet and e-commerce solutions. Leveraging over 70 employees in the Chicago metropolitan area, MBT combines strategy, technology and creative services to provide comprehensive Internet and e-commerce business solutions.
MBT currently has formal partnerships with many technology leaders including IBM, Lotus, Sun and Microsoft. MBT's clients are in a variety of industries including financial services, manufacturing, systems integration and education. Its clients include AON Insurance, Armour Swift-Eckrich, Cole Parmer, Hewitt Associates LLC, McDonalds Corporation, Options Clearing Corporation, Sherwin Williams, Success Lab and Zurich US.
About USWeb/CKS
USWeb/CKS (Nasdaq: USWB) is a professional services firm that works with companies to define strategies and implement innovative ways to build their businesses by combining the expertise of strategy, Internet technology and marketing communications. USWeb/CKS helps clients differentiate their products and services, strengthen customer relationships, leverage human capital, and improve business efficiency in the new digital economy. With more than 2,500 professionals, USWeb/CKS has helped hundreds of businesses advance their marketing communications programs as well as traditional IT and Internet systems-everything from brand development and advertising to business process automation and e-commerce solutions. The Company is headquartered in Santa Clara, California. Additional information about USWeb/CKS is available by calling 408-987-3200.