(Newtown, CT, February 2010) — The Leverage Marketing Group, a leading Connecticut-based integrated communications agency in Connecticut, recently acquired Brookfield-based Marketing Resources. The merger includes the company, its clients and management team.

Marketing Resources is a long-time Brookfield establishment that has expertise in television, radio, newspaper, outdoor advertising and direct mail. Larry Neary headed the firm for thirty years and will be staying on to guide Leverage's marketing initiatives as part of the acquisition. Most of Marketing Resources clients are Connecticut-based and represent the community banking and emerging technologies fields.

"Larry Neary is well respected in the community and a range of business audiences have come to know his work over the years," said Tom Marks, CEO and General Manager, Leverage Marketing Group. Neary maintains deep ties with the Connecticut Community Banking Association and has served as President of the New England Financial Marketing Association. "We are excited to have Larry on board and plan to take full advantage of his experience and perspective," added Marks.

The combined firms will provide clients with a range of marketing expertise including social media integration, brand development and strategy and advertising as well as a diversification of marketing tactics.

About Leverage

The Leverage Marketing Group is an integrated communications agency located in Newtown, CT. Committed to a full-view strategic approach, proven processes and multidisciplinary tactics, Leverage serves national and local B2B and B2C clients, such as Sealed Air Corp. and Hostess. In 2009, Leverage celebrated its 25th anniversary. More information on Leverage Marketing Group is available at www.leverage-marketing.com.