Brooke Chase Associates, Inc. Announces A Successful Placement With MAAX Corporation

Joseph McElmeel, Chairman and CEO of Brooke Chase Associates, Inc. is pleased to announce the successful placement of the Vice President of Sales US for the MAAX Corporation, a North American leader in the bath, kitchen and spa sectors. MAAX Corporation has been producing quality products since 1969 and includes brands such as Pearl, Aker, Barrier Free, SaniNova, Colman Spas, Elite Spas, and many more.

Chicago, IL; September 28th 2005 - In September 2005, MAAX Corporation welcomes David Lipkin as the new Vice President of Sales for MAAX USA. Mr. Lipkin will be based out of MAAX USA headquarters in Minneapolis Minnesota. Prior to joining MAAX USA, Mr. Lipkin served as Vice President of National Sales & Wholesale for American Standard. He has also held a position with Hansa America.

The MAAX Corporation (www.maax.com) has partnered with Brooke Chase Associates, Inc. to assist in recruiting highly-qualified executives to continue their aggressive sales and brand awareness campaigns. Brooke Chase Associates, Inc. developed the National Account Program for companies like MAAX to focus on growing their businesses while also being proactive in their human resource capital needs. I am excited for both David Lipkin and MAAX for what they can do for each other,” said Joseph McElmeel, Chairman and CEO of Brooke Chase Associates, Inc.

MAAX is committed to offering its customers an enjoyable experience; distinctive, stylish and innovative products and the best customer service practices in the industry. MAAX offerings are available through plumbing wholesalers, bath, kitchen and spa specialty boutiques and home improvement centers. MAAX Corporation employs more than 3,700 in 26 plants and distribution centers throughout North America and Europe.

About Brooke Chase Associates, Inc.

Established in 1980, Brooke Chase Associates, Inc. is an industry-focused Executive Search Firm with a specialization in the Building Materials, Home Builders, and Kitchen and Bath Industries. Brooke Chase Associates, Inc. has offices in Chicago, Charlotte, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco and Sarasota, FL. To request information about our services, please contact:

Joseph McElmeel, Chairman and CEO

Brooke Chase Associates, Inc.

Toll Free (877)374-0039

www.brookechase.com

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