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Friday, January 27th, 2012

First Commons Bank Assets Top $168 Million in Tenth Qtr., Net Loans Increase 25% vs. Last Qtr.

— New Mass. Bank Now In Top Half of All FDIC-Insured Banks Nationally After Only Ten Quarters —

NEWTON, MASS. — January 27, 2012 — First Commons Bank of Newton, Mass., today reported that its assets have grown to more than $168 million during its tenth quarter of operations ended December 31, 2011. This reflects a 52% increase or over $58 million versus the asset level of $110 million reported for the quarter ending December 31, 2010. The bank began operations on July 22, 2009, and serves businesses and individuals in Newton, Wellesley, Waltham, and eastern Massachusetts.

“With more than 7,300 FDIC-insured banks in the U.S. filing reports for the quarter ended September 30, 2011, First Commons Bank’s assets have now surpassed those of more than 3,800 other banks, or more than 52% percent, after just ten quarters of operations,” said Tony Nuzzo, Chairman, President, and CEO.

“While we are pleased with our asset growth, we remain focused on achieving sustained profitability,” Nuzzo said. “Our net loan growth of 25% for this quarter versus last quarter moves us considerably closer to reaching this goal.”

The Bank reported net loans have grown to $132 million, compared to $69 million as of year ago ended December 31, 2010, representing an increase of 92% or $63 million, and compared to $105 million as of last quarter ended September 30, 2011, representing an increase of 25% or $27 million. The Bank’s net interest margin increased to 3.57%, compared to 2.40% as of year ago ended December 31, 2010, representing an increase of 48%, and compared to 3.25% as of last quarter ended September 30, 2011, representing an increase of 10%.

First Commons Bank’s financial results are available on the FDIC’s Web site at http://goo.gl/gi13x.

Nuzzo also reported that Director Matt Miller resigned from the Board for personal reasons. “Matt has been with First Commons Bank since our earliest days in pre-formation and we thank him for his significant contributions to our success,” Nuzzo said. There are no plans to replace Mr. Miller as Director.

About First Commons Bank

First Commons Bank, N.A., is a new, nationally chartered, FDIC-insured full-service community bank, dedicated to serving the businesses and individuals of Newton, Wellesley, Waltham, and eastern Massachusetts. The bank, which opened for business in 2009, reports total assets of more than $168 million, making it larger than 52% of all FDIC-insured banks in the U.S.

First Commons Bank provides clients with superior, personalized service and the highest-quality banking through its onsite management team, experienced staff members, a unique and welcoming branch environment, and advanced banking technologies. Of note: Tony Nuzzo, Chairman, President, and CEO, was named Financial Services Executive of the Year in the prestigious 2010 American Business Awards. First Commons Bank locations include its headquarters at 718 Beacon St. in Newton Centre, Mass., and 61 Linden St., Linden Square, in Wellesley, Mass.

Visit First Commons Bank on the Web at http://www.firstcommonsbank.com. Follow the Bank on Facebook at http://facebook.com/firstcommonsbank and on Twitter at http://twitter.com/firstcommonsbnk.

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Thursday, January 26th, 2012

New Book by Business Leader Presents Keys to Business, Career, Life Success

“The Business PACT: Connecting Business Thinking with Daily Living” by Tony Nuzzo contains guidance for achieving success from chairman, president and CEO of First Commons Bank and the winner of the 2010 Stevie Award for Financial Services Executive of the Year

 

WELLESLEY, Mass. — January 26, 2012 — “The Business PACT: Connecting Business Thinking with Daily Living”™ (ISBN 1439284679), a business guide by Tony Nuzzo, delivers informative, practical advice for driving business and personal achievement, drawn from the personal journal of a proven business leader.

 

Nuzzo now shares his business insight with readers, presented in the form of observations and bits of advice drawn from his daily living and divided into categories aligning with the four key processes of successful businesses: Planning, Analysis, Communication and Teamwork (PACT). Weaving personal anecdotes with the keys to business success, Nuzzo connects the business and personal realms with practical, useful tools.  Following are three reviews from the book cover:

 

“Maybe the best source of wisdom is right in front of our noses. In The Business PACT, Tony Nuzzo shares a fascinating variety of practical business lessons drawn from his own daily life.  He offers an easy, user-friendly read that may just turn your own daily life into a series of illuminations.”

-          Bob Reynolds, President & CEO, Putnam Investments

 

“The Business PACT is full of history and a warm sense of place.  I especially appreciate the vignette about the Scallop Shells and putting together the right team for success.  I highly recommend this book.”

-          Stacy Madison, Founder, Stacy’s Pita Chips

 

“The Business PACT is easy to read with great stories.  The advice is memorable and to the point with applications for all businesses.  I definitely recommend this book.”

-     John K. Mara, President & CEO, The New York Football Giants

 

Written to engage, educate and inspire, this book is intended for anyone seeking to improve business thinking. To learn more about “The Business PACT,” visit http://www.TheBusinessPACT.com. Follow the book on Facebook at http://facebook.com/TheBusinessPACT and on Twitter at http://twitter.com/TheBusinessPACT.

 

“The Business PACT: Connecting Business Thinking with Daily Living” is available for sale online at Amazon.com, at The Business PACT website at http://www.TheBusinessPACT.com, and other channels.

 

About the Author

Tony Nuzzo is both an entrepreneur and a senior corporate executive. He is the primary organizer, chairman, president and CEO of First Commons Bank and the recipient of American Business Awards’ prestigious Stevie Award in 2010 for Financial Services Executive of the Year. He also started an Internet bank for Marsh & McLennan as chairman, president and CEO and founded his own businesses. His career includes running two established banks, Chemical Bank Delaware and Fidelity Trust Company, and it began with 10 years in packaged goods marketing with Procter & Gamble and Johnson & Johnson before transitioning into financial services with American Express.

 

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Tuesday, November 1st, 2011

New Howard Leight MAX Small Earplugs Maximize Hearing Protection and Comfort for People with Smaller Ear Canals

SMITHFIELD, RHODE ISLAND, USA – November 1, 2011 — Honeywell Safety Products today introduced MAX® Small earplugs — an extension to the flagship Howard Leight® MAX single-use earplug family. MAX Small’s reduced size offers people with smaller ear canals a more comfortable fit and high attenuation (NRR 30).

MAX Small has the same bell shape and patented varied-cell polyurethane foam as the standard MAX earplug, though is 20% smaller in geometry.

Through customer feedback and evaluations with Howard Leight’s VeriPRO® ear plug fit testing system, employees with smaller ear canals have reported trouble obtaining a good fit – and adequate protection – from other high attenuating roll-down foam earplugs on the market.

“The right ear plug should feel comfortable in the ear canal without compromising protection. MAX Small meets that need by ensuring a high level of attenuation and a more comfortable fit as in a single-use foam earplug,” said Renee S. Bessette, COHC, Global Brand Manager, Howard Leight / Honeywell Safety Products.

In end-user trials involving automobile manufacturing workers and safety inspectors, individuals with smaller ear canals have reported achieving a better in-ear fit — and attained higher attention — with MAX Small earplugs than with the use of larger single-use earplugs.

MAX Small is available in both corded and uncorded models, and is available immediately from industrial safety distributors in the US and Canada.

For more information, visit http://www.howardleight.com/earplugs/max-small.

About Howard Leight®

Under the Howard Leight brand, Honeywell Safety Products is a leading global provider of passive and intelligent hearing protection solutions, and is the founder of the HearForever™ initiative. For over 30 years, the company and its predecessors have pursued the prevention of occupational noise-induced hearing loss through innovation in hearing protection design, technology, performance and comfort, and the promotion of progressive Hearing Conservation Programs.  Leading solutions include the highest attenuating Max® single-use earplug; patented Air Flow Control™ technology for optimal earmuff attenuation; QuietDose™ personal in-ear dosimetry; and the industry-changing VeriPRO® earplug fit testing system. Visit the Howard Leight website at http://www.howardleight.com and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/HowardLeight.

About Honeywell

Honeywell International (http://www.honeywell.com) is a Fortune 100 diversified technology and manufacturing leader, serving customers worldwide with aerospace products and services; control technologies for buildings, homes and industry; automotive products; turbochargers; and specialty materials. Based in Morris Township, N.J., Honeywell’s shares are traded on the New York, London, and Chicago Stock Exchanges. For more news and information on Honeywell, please visit http://www.honeywellnow.com.

This release contains certain statements that may be deemed “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, that address activities, events or developments that we or our management intends, expects, projects, believes or anticipates will or may occur in the future are forward-looking statements. Such statements are based upon certain assumptions and assessments made by our management in light of their experience and their perception of historical trends, current economic and industry conditions, expected future developments and other factors they believe to be appropriate. The forward-looking statements included in this release are also subject to a number of material risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to economic, competitive, governmental, and technological factors affecting our operations, markets, products, services and prices. Such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance, and actual results, developments and business decisions may differ from those envisaged by such forward-looking statements.

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Note to Editors:

  • Press contact: Don Goncalves, Tiziani Whitmyre public relations, 781-793-9380, dgoncalves@tizinc.com

 

 

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Friday, October 28th, 2011

First Commons Bank Assets Top $152 Million in Ninth Qtr., Net Loans Double vs. Year Ago

— New Mass. Bank Surpasses More Than 49% of All FDIC-Insured Banks Nationally After Only Nine Quarters —

NEWTON, MASS. — October 28, 2011 — First Commons Bank of Newton, Mass., today reported that its assets have grown to more than $152 million during its ninth quarter of operations ended September 30, 2011. This reflects a 44% increase or over $46 million versus the asset level of $105 million reported for the quarter ending September 30, 2010. The bank began operations on July 22, 2009, and serves businesses and individuals in Newton, Wellesley, Waltham, and eastern Massachusetts.

“With more than 7,400 FDIC-insured banks in the U.S. filing reports for the quarter ended June 30, 2011, First Commons Bank’s assets have now surpassed those of more than 3,700 other banks, or more than 49%, after just nine quarters of operations,” said Tony Nuzzo, Chairman, President, and CEO.

“While we are pleased with our asset growth over the first two years of operations, we remain focused on achieving sustained profitability,” Nuzzo said.

The Bank reported net loans have grown to $105 million, compared to $50 million as of September 30, 2010, representing an increase of 111% or $55 million. For the nine months ended September 30, 2011, the provision for loan losses increased by approximately $800,000 versus one year ago. For the same period, the Bank’s net interest margin increased by 58% to 3.10%, from 1.96%.

“We are also pleased that we expanded our bank to include a new site in Wellesley, Massachusetts, in August 2011, allowing us to increase our ability to fill the consumer and business voids created by the large banks,” Nuzzo said.

First Commons Bank’s financial results are available on the FDIC’s Web site at http://goo.gl/afM4N.

About First Commons Bank

First Commons Bank, N.A., is a new, nationally chartered, FDIC-insured full-service community bank, dedicated to serving the businesses and individuals of Newton, Wellesley, Waltham, and eastern Massachusetts. The bank, which opened for business in 2009, reports total assets of more than $152 million, making it larger than 49% of all FDIC-insured banks in the U.S.

First Commons Bank provides clients with superior, personalized service and the highest-quality banking through its onsite management team, experienced staff members, a unique and welcoming branch environment, and advanced banking technologies. Of note: Tony Nuzzo, Chairman, President, and CEO, was named Financial Services Executive of the Year in the prestigious 2010 American Business Awards. First Commons Bank locations include its headquarters at 718 Beacon St. in Newton Centre, Mass., and 61 Linden St., Linden Square, in Wellesley, Mass.

Visit First Commons Bank on the Web at http://www.firstcommonsbank.com. Follow the Bank on Facebook at http://facebook.com/firstcommonsbank and on Twitter at http://twitter.com/firstcommonsbnk.

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Friday, September 16th, 2011

First Commons Bank Sponsors 2nd Annual “Free Parking Day” in Newton Centre

First Commons Bank of Newton, Mass., celebrated its second anniversary of operations by sponsoring “First Commons Bank Free Parking Day” throughout Newton Centre.

On Sept. 14th, First Commons Bank shopping bags covered all of the city’s parking meters in Newton Centre as the bank picked up the tab on the meters to provide free parking for all residents, shoppers and visitors throughout the day.

The date represents the official opening of the bank’s headquarters in Newton Centre and its start of operations in 2009. The serves businesses and individuals in Newton, Wellesley, Waltham, and eastern Massachusetts.

Pictured below: Mark G. Jurilla, Senior Vice President and Chief Retail Officer; Lena K. Chouljian, Vice President and Newton Centre Branch Manager; and Michael J. Tallo, Chief Financial Officer.

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Friday, September 16th, 2011

First Commons Bank Celebrates Grand Opening of Wellesley Branch Office; Receives Official Citations from State Representative Alice Hanlon Peisch

Wellesley, Mass. — September 16, 2011 — The directors and management of First Commons Bank, along with officials from the Town of Wellesley, Mass., and the Wellesley Chamber of Commerce, joined to officially celebrate the opening of the bank’s second branch office at 161 Linden Street in Linden Square, Wellesley, Mass. on Wednesday. The Newton-based bank began operations on July 22, 2009, and serves businesses and individuals in Newton, Wellesley, Waltham, and eastern Massachusetts.

State Representative Alice Hanlon Peisch presented official citations from the Massachusetts Senate and from the Massachusetts House of Representatives to Tony Nuzzo, Chairman, President and CEO, congratulating the bank on its second branch and wishing the bank continued success.

In addition to Peisch, those participating in the festivities included Wellesley Chamber President and CEO Maura M. O’Brien, Wellesley Selectmen Owen Dugan and Terri Tsagaris, Wellesley Fire Chief Rick Delorie, Deputy Fire Chief Jeff Peterson, and Wellesley Police Department Lieutenants Marie Cleary and Jack Pilecki.

“This week we are celebrating our second new branch and the bank’s second anniversary of operations,” said Nuzzo. “Here in Wellesley, as we have done in Newton, we will strive to become long-term financial partners with our clients while offering best-in-class customer service; easy access to funds; and fast, logical loan decisions.”

Nuzzo introduced Debby Chui, Vice President and Branch Manager in Wellesley, and Brian Mann, Assistant Branch Manager. “Together, the team has 33 years of banking experience and extensive knowledge of the local community that includes more than 20 years in the town of Wellesley,” he said.

Operating hours for the new office will be Monday-Wednesday, 8:30 to 5:00; Thursday and Friday, 8:30 to 6:00; and Saturday, 8:30 to 2:00. The bank’s phone number is 617-243-4400 and the Web address is http://www.firstcommonsbank.com.

About First Commons Bank

First Commons Bank, N.A., is a new, nationally chartered, FDIC-insured full-service community bank, dedicated to serving the businesses and individuals of Newton, Wellesley, Waltham, and eastern Massachusetts. The bank, which opened for business in 2009, reports total assets of more than $136 million, making it larger than 45% of all FDIC-insured banks in the U.S.

First Commons Bank provides clients with superior, personalized service and the highest-quality banking through its onsite management team, experienced staff members, unique and welcoming branch environment, and advanced banking technologies. Of note: Tony Nuzzo, Chairman, President, and CEO, was named Financial Services Executive of the Year in the prestigious 2010 American Business Awards.

First Commons Bank (http://www.firstcommonsbank.com) is headquartered at 718 Beacon Street in Newton Centre, Massachusetts.

Follow First Commons Bank on Facebook at http://facebook.com/firstcommonsbank and on Twitter at http://twitter.com/firstcommonsbnk.

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Press contact: Don Goncalves, Tiziani Whitmyre, Inc., 781-793-9380, dgoncalves@tizinc.com

Download high-resolution photos for publication from: http://goo.gl/Zr4Al

Company contact: Tony Nuzzo, First Commons Bank, 617-243-4410

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Friday, June 3rd, 2011

Debby Chui, Brian Mann Join First Commons Bank to Lead New Wellesley Branch

Newton, Massachusetts, USA – June 3, 2011 – First Commons Bank, N.A., of Newton, Mass., has announced the management team for its soon-to-open Wellesley branch office: Debby Chui will be Vice President and Branch Manager, and Brian Mann will be Assistant Branch Manager. The Wellesley branch is scheduled to open this summer at 161 Linden Street, in Linden Square. First Commons Bank opened for business on July 22, 2009, and serves businesses and individuals in Newton, Wellesley, Waltham, and eastern Massachusetts.

“We are pleased that Debby and Brian joined our team. Together, they have 33 years of banking experience and, more importantly, they have over 20 years of Retail Banking experience in the town of Wellesley. Debby and Brian will provide our clients with solid banking expertise as well as extensive knowledge of the local community,” said Tony Nuzzo, Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer.

As Vice President and Branch Manager, Ms. Chui, of Newton, Mass., will be responsible for the daily sales and operations of the new Wellesley office; and she will be reporting to Mark Jurilla, Chief Retail Officer. Prior to joining First Commons Bank, Ms. Chui was Vice President and Branch Manager of two RBS Citizens Bank branches in Wellesley. She managed the Linden Street branch from 2006 until 2011, adding responsibility for the Central Street branch in 2007 until 2011. Prior to joining RBS Citizens, Ms. Chui was a Project Manager for Dataware Solutions in Burlington, Mass., where she managed the Putnam account. Previously, she was a Business Consultant for CGU in Foxboro, Mass. Ms. Chui is active in the Wellesley community. She is a member of WOW (World of Wellesley), a nonprofit organization supporting minority professionals in Wellesley. She is also a past board member of the Wellesley Chamber of Commerce. Ms. Chui is a graduate of Brandeis University.

Mr. Mann, of Newton, Mass. will be the Assistant Branch Manager in Wellesley and support the branch’s day-to-day sales and operations. Mr. Mann has 27 years of banking experience. Before joining First Commons Bank, Mr. Mann was a banking executive in the Wellesley community for 16 years. He was Assistant Branch Manager for Cambridgeport Bank in Wellesley for 8 years and remained Assistant Branch Manager with RBS Citizens when it acquired Cambridgeport in 2003. Previously, Mr. Mann was a Mortgage Consultant Manager with Cambridgeport in Cambridge, Mass. He was also a Branch Manager for The Provident Institution for Savings, in Boston. Mr. Mann is a graduate of Suffolk University.

About First Commons Bank

First Commons Bank, N.A., is a new, nationally chartered, FDIC-insured full-service community bank, dedicated to serving the businesses and individuals of Newton, Wellesley, Waltham, and eastern Massachusetts. The bank, which opened for business in July 2009, reports total assets of more than $119 million, making it larger than 41% of all FDIC-insured banks in the U.S. First Commons Bank provides clients with superior, personalized service and the highest-quality banking through its onsite management team, experienced staff members, a unique and welcoming branch environment, and advanced banking technologies. Of note: Tony Nuzzo, Chairman, President, and CEO, was named Financial Services Executive of the Year in the prestigious 2010 American Business Awards. First Commons Bank (http://firstcommonsbank.com) is headquartered at 718 Beacon Street in Newton Centre, Mass. Follow First Commons Bank on Facebook at http://facebook.com/firstcommonsbank, on Twitter at http://twitter.com/firstcommonsbnk, and on LinkedIn at http://www.linkedin.com/company/first-commons-bank-newton-centre-ma.

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Friday, April 29th, 2011

First Commons Bank Raises $7.4 Million in Private Placement — Assets Grow to $119 Million in 7th Quarter of Operations

fcb-square1Newton Centre, Massachusetts — April 29, 2011 — First Commons Bank of Newton, Mass., today announced it had raised approximately $7.4 million of new capital in a private placement that ended April 20, 2011. Approximately $5.9 million was raised in the quarter ending March 31, 2011, contributing to an 8.5% increase in total assets to $119 million versus the previous quarter ending December 31, 2010. First Commons Bank opened for business on July 22, 2009, and serves businesses and individuals in Newton, Wellesley, Waltham, and eastern Massachusetts.

“We are pleased with our continued ability to raise capital in these difficult economic times. Since the bank’s deposit growth has exceeded initial expectations, the net proceeds from the sale of common stock in our recent offering will provide us with new Tier 1 regulatory capital that provides additional room for growth. The new $5.9 million in capital raised by March 31, 2011, brought our total capital raised to almost $25 million since pre-formation and our March 31, 2011, Tier 1 capital ratio to 15.81%,” said Tony Nuzzo, Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer. “Additionally, our loans grew by approximately 10% and our net interest margin grew by approximately 20%, reflecting our focused pursuit of sustained profitability.”

“It is also interesting to note that with more than 7,500 FDIC-insured banks in the U.S. filing quarterly reports for the quarter ended December 31, 2010, First Commons Bank assets have now surpassed those of more than 3,100 other banks, or more than 41 percent, after just 7 quarters of operations,” Nuzzo said.

First Commons Bank financial results are available on the FDIC Website at http://www.fdic.gov or directly through this link: http://goo.gl/dchRM.

About First Commons Bank

First Commons Bank, N.A., is a new, nationally chartered, FDIC-insured full-service community bank, dedicated to serving the businesses and individuals of Newton, Wellesley, Waltham, and eastern Massachusetts. The bank, which opened for business in 2009, reports total assets of more than $119 million, making it larger than 41% of all FDIC-insured banks in the U.S. First Commons Bank provides clients with superior, personalized service and the highest-quality banking through its onsite management team, experienced staff members, a unique and welcoming branch environment, and advanced banking technologies. Of note: Tony Nuzzo, Chairman, President, and CEO, was named Financial Services Executive of the Year in the prestigious 2010 American Business Awards. First Commons Bank (http://firstcommonsbank.com) is headquartered at 718 Beacon Street in Newton Centre, Massachusetts. Follow First Commons Bank on Facebook at http://facebook.com/firstcommonsbank, on Twitter at http://twitter.com/firstcommonsbnk and on LinkedIn at http://www.linkedin.com/company/first-commons-bank-newton-centre-ma.

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Press contact: Don Goncalves, Tiziani Whitmyre, Inc., 781-793-9380, dgoncalves@tizinc.com

Company contact: Tony Nuzzo, First Commons Bank, 617-243-4410

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Thursday, April 21st, 2011

National Hearing Conservation Association Advocates Review of OSHA Interpretation of Feasibility of Occupational Noise Controls

Westminster, Colo. – April 21, 2011 - In support of its efforts in hearing loss prevention, the National Hearing Conservation Association (NHCA) sent a letter to the United States Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) advocating the regulatory body to revisit the interpretation and application of noise controls in industrial workplaces.

In January 2011, OSHA withdrew its proposal to interpret guidelines emphasizing the use of engineering and administrative controls to mitigate occupational noise. In its original proposal, OSHA identified the need to implement such noise controls when economically and technologically feasible in work environments which expose employees above the permissible exposure limit.

“NHCA is committed to minimizing risk of noise-induced hearing loss in the workplace,” said Dr. Tim Rink, NHCA president. “The implementation and enforcement of noise controls are essential to the success of any occupational hearing conservation program, and often provide additional production efficiencies for a company.”

In its letter to OSHA, NHCA highlighted some advantages of noise control, including: the reduction of potential user error, negligence, or deliberate non-compliance regarding the use of hearing protectors such as earplugs or earmuffs; improved hazard awareness and perception of safety alerts and warnings; reduction of the risk of life-altering hearing loss, tinnitus, and other effects of excessive noise exposure; and the cost effectiveness of noise controls as a long-term strategy for addressing the hazard of excessive workplace noise.

NHCA’s letter to OSHA can be found on its Web site at: http://goo.gl/tqEm7.

About the National Hearing Conservation Association (NHCA)

The mission of the NHCA is to prevent hearing loss due to noise and other environmental factors in all sectors of society. NHCA provides networking, resources and professional development opportunities to improve skills, practices and services for over 600 members. NHCA’s membership includes audiologists, researchers, industrial hygienists, educators, professional service organizations, safety professionals, medical professionals, engineers, audio professionals, students, and others who have dedicated their work to the advancement of hearing loss prevention.

For more information about the National Hearing Conservation Association, visit the NHCA online at http://www.hearingconservation.org or call 1-303-224-9022. Follow the NHCA on Twitter at www.twitter.com/nhcaorg, on Facebook at http://bit.ly/vLRg5, and on LinkedIn at http://bit.ly/3X2DfT.

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Press contact: Don Goncalves, Tiziani Whitmyre public relations, 1-781-793-9380, dgoncalves@tizinc.com



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Monday, March 7th, 2011

Free Seminars Will Help Employers in Northeastern U.S. Improve Hearing Conservation Programs

A series of free seminars have been scheduled for June throughout the Northeastern U.S. to help employers improve their Hearing Conservation Programs and prevent noise-induced hearing loss among their workers.

The seminars, titled “HearForeverTM: Best Practices in Hearing Conservation,” will provide practical information on noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) and the latest research and technologies that can help enhance employers’ Hearing Conservation Programs – as well as their bottom line, said noted Hearing Conservation expert Dr. Theresa Y. Schulz (Lt. Col., retired, U.S. Air Force).

Dr. Schulz, Hearing Conservation Manager at Howard Leight® / Honeywell Safety Products, will present the seminars.

Designed for industrial hygienists, occupational health and safety professionals, safety managers, audiologists, and liability and risk management professionals, the seminars will address the following topics:

  • Basics of Noise-Induced Hearing Loss
  • Key Elements of an Effective Hearing Conservation Program
  • Impending Changes to the Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) and How They Affect Employers
  • Selection and Fitting of Hearing Protectors
  • Employee Motivation and Training Techniques/Resources
  • New Hearing Conservation Innovations and Technologies

The seminars will run from 9 a.m. to noon, with registration and a complimentary breakfast starting at 8 a.m. The seminars are scheduled as follows:

  • Milford, Conn.: Monday, June 6, 2011, at the Hilton Garden Inn
  • Morristown, N.J.: Tuesday, June 7, 2011, at the Honeywell Larry Bossidy Learning Center
  • Philadelphia, Pa.: Wednesday, June 8, 2011, at the Sheraton Suites Philadelphia Airport
  • Baltimore, Md.: Thursday, June 9, 2011, at the Four Points by Sheraton BWI Airport Hotel

All attendees will receive a free gift bag with training materials, literature and hearing-protection samples from Howard Leight and other Honeywell Safety Product groups. VeriPRO® and QuietDoseTM demonstrations will be available following the seminar.

Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be available for members of the American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA) and the American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE).

Dr. Schulz is a past president of the National Hearing Conservation Association (NHCA), and also past chair of the Council for Accreditation in Occupational Hearing Conservation (CAOHC). During her 20-plus-year career in the U.S. Air Force, she was twice recognized as USAF Outstanding Audiologist of the Year. Most recently, she served as a senior service fellow at the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health’s (NIOSH’s) Hearing Loss Prevention Program. Dr. Schulz holds a Ph.D. in hearing science from Ohio State University.

To register, visit: http://www.hearforever.org/northeastseminar.

Howard Leight Hearing Conservation seminars have been presented to more than 2,500 safety professionals on five continents over the past five years. They are part of Howard Leight’s industry-leading HearForever initiative to raise awareness of the dangers, risks and consequences of noise-induced hearing loss.

Follow us on Twitter: @HearForeverOrg at http://twitter.com/HearForeverOrg.

About Howard Leight

Howard Leight / Honeywell Safety Products, is a leading global provider of passive and intelligent hearing protection solutions, and the founder of the HearForever® initiative. For over 30 years, Howard Leight has pursued the prevention of occupational noise-induced hearing loss through innovation in hearing protection design, technology, performance and comfort, and the promotion of progressive Hearing Conservation Programs. Leading solutions include the highest attenuating Max® single-use earplug; patented Air Flow ControlTM technology for optimal earmuff attenuation; QuietDoseTM personal in-ear dosimetry; and the industry-changing VeriPRO® earplug fit testing system.

Visit the Howard Leight website at http://www.howardleight.com. Follow us on Twitter: @HowardLeight at http://twitter.com/HowardLeight.

About Honeywell

Honeywell International (http://www.honeywell.com) is a Fortune 100 diversified technology and manufacturing leader, serving customers worldwide with aerospace products and services; control technologies for buildings, homes and industry; automotive products; turbochargers; and specialty materials. The company is based in Morris Township, N.J. Honeywell’s shares are traded on the New York, London and Chicago Stock Exchanges. For more news and information on Honeywell, please visit http://www.honeywellnow.com.

This release contains certain statements that may be deemed “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, that address activities, events or developments that we or our management intends, expects, projects, believes or anticipates will or may occur in the future are forward-looking statements. Such statements are based upon certain assumptions and assessments made by our management in light of their experience and their perception of historical trends, current economic and industry conditions, expected future developments, and other factors they believe to be appropriate. The forward-looking statements included in this release are also subject to a number of material risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to economic, competitive, governmental and technological factors affecting our operations, markets, products, services and prices. Such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance, and actual results, developments and business decisions may differ from those envisaged by such forward-looking statements.

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