George M. Anderson Named 'Rising Star of Corporate Governance'

Partner in Tapestry Networks one of ten recipients globally

NEW HAVEN, Conn., June 10 /PRNewswire/ -- The Millstein Center for Corporate
Governance and Performance at the Yale School of Management today honored
George M. Anderson, Partner in Tapestry Networks, as a 2009 "Rising Star of
Corporate Governance." Anderson is one of ten, global recipients of this
prestigious award given to executives under the age of 40.

The Rising Star award specifically recognizes professional impact in the field
of corporate governance. Recipients were chosen by a selection committee
comprised of members from the Millstein Center, the Open Compliance and Ethics
Group (OCEG), the International Corporate Governance Network (ICGN), and Weil,
Gotshal & Manges.

Anderson has more than a decade of experience consulting to senior executives
and corporate directors on strategic issues affecting major corporations. He
currently works with groups of corporate directors from some of the largest
companies in the US, directors who serve as audit committee chairs,
compensation committee chairs, and lead independent directors.

In 2007, Anderson was named office managing partner of Tapestry Network's
primary office, located outside Boston, MA. He is regularly invited to speak
on business and corporate governance topics.

"George's thoughtful commitment to improved corporate governance and the
quality of his service to directors is evident in his work," said George
Goldsmith, founder and Chairman of Tapestry Networks. "We are delighted that
the Millstein Center has singled out George's contributions to corporate
governance with this honor."

Candidates for the "Rising Star of Corporate Governance" were assessed on
criteria such as past accomplishments and thought leadership; future projects
and endeavors; reputation among existing industry leaders; and potential to
influence the industry in the future. The honorees were presented their
awards at a reception at the Yale Governance Forum.

About Tapestry Networks
Tapestry Networks is a privately held professional services firm that brings
leaders together to solve complex problems. Since 2002, networks convened by
Tapestry Networks have tackled some of the most significant strategic
challenges facing institutions and society, including raising standards in
corporate governance in the United States, Canada, and Europe, developing
strategies for a more sustainable healthcare environment in Europe, and
enhancing national security in the United States through public-private
collaboration. The firm has offices in Boston and London. For more
information about Tapestry Networks, please visit www.tapestrynetworks.com.

About the Millstein Center
The Millstein Center for Corporate Governance and Performance at the Yale
School of Management is a leading global resource for testing, challenging and
advancing the premise that corporations should and can serve society. The
Center pursues its mission by convening events; sponsoring empirical research;
generating policy briefings; building market capacity by developing training,
databases and institutions; and teaching and student interaction.

SOURCE Tapestry Networks

Miriam Steel of Tapestry Networks, +1-781-250-0646,
msteel@tapestrynetworks.com