News: Portfolio 2006

Grant Thornton LLP Selects VIPdesk For Concierce Services

Accounting Firm Offers Employees Concierge Services to Support Work/Life Balance and Enhance Employee Benefits Program

October 3, 2006: Alexandria, Va. - VIPdesk, a leading provider of premium virtual contact center solutions, today announced that VIPdesk Concierge has been selected by Grant Thornton LLP, the U.S. member firm of Grant Thornton International, one of the six global accounting, tax and business advisory organizations. The relationship with VIPdesk allows Grant Thornton to enhance their employee benefit options - improving work/life balance, increasing employee productivity and enhancing the company's already compelling suite of employee benefits.

VIP Concierge Experts work remotely nationwide to offer unparalleled local expertise and high-touch personal assistance. This VIP Concierge Service program offers Grant Thornton employees personal and business services such as immediate access to dining recommendations and reservations; travel itinerary planning; purchasing event tickets; planning for special occasions; gift giving assistance; and scheduling household services.

"Grant Thornton takes employee benefits very seriously. It is important for our program to stay rich and innovative in order to demonstrate our commitment to current and potential employees in the competitive accounting and consulting industries," said Chad Means, National Director of HR Operations for Grant Thornton. "The VIPdesk Concierge services have already been a huge success with employees since we launched the program in August 2006."

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