John Wyson Joins Haskell & White as Corporate Tax Partner

(IRVINE, Calif., June 7, 2005) – Haskell & White, one of the largest locally owned accounting and business consulting firms in Orange County, today announced John M. Wyson joining the firm as Corporate Tax Partner.

“Adding John at this time brings greater strength to our Corporate Tax Group, and coincides with our firm’s long-term growth and succession plan.” said Wayne R. Pinnell, managing partner at Haskell & White.

Wyson, a twelve-year veteran from Deloitte & Touche, LLP, brings to the firm expanded expertise in tax-free reorganizations, mergers and acquisitions, corporate structuring and private letter rulings.

“The opportunity at Haskell & White is a logical and welcome progression in my career in corporate taxation,” said Wyson. “Haskell & White provides the framework to deal with major corporate taxation issues within the context of an independent firm with more personal attention to clients.”

Haskell & White, with approximately 60 employees including 25 licensed CPAs, is known for its expertise in serving the public accounting needs of mid-market public and private companies in Southern California.

ABOUT HASKELL & WHITE

Haskell & White is one of the largest independently owned accounting, auditing and tax-consulting firms in southern California, specializing in servicing public and private middle market companies. Haskell & White combines the expansive services, knowledge, experience and reach of national and international accounting firms with the personal attention, responsiveness and affordability of a local organization. Haskell & White works with companies in a broad range of industries including real estate, manufacturing, distribution, technology, and retail. The firm provides solid expertise and services to its clients in the tax and audit disciplines including advising SEC registrants and consulting on mergers and acquisitions. Further information on Haskell & White can be found on the firm website, www.hwcpa.com.