Barkley named creative AOR for Helzberg Diamonds®

Kansas City- Spetember 13, 2007 --- Fine jewelry retailer Helzberg Diamonds has named Barkley their lead creative and strategic partner, following a review. The jeweler, which has over 270 stores notionwide, is part of the Berkshire Hathaway, Inc. Scope of services includes strategic planning and creative duties including television, radio and outdoor. The agency's first work for Helzberg will launch during the integral 4th quarter holiday season.

"Barkley's work is extremely relevant to our target customer and we are excited to partner with such accomplished professionals right here in our hometown of Kansas City," said Joyce Hrinja, SVP Marketing at Helzberg Diamonds.

"We are thrilled to be working with Helzberg Diamonds," said Brian Brooker, CEO and Chief Creative Officer, Barkley. "We share their passion for the category and look forward to showcasing the core values that have made Helzberg a trusted jeweler since 1915."

About Helzberg Diamonds

Helzberg Diamonds takes pride in being a Kansas City company since 1915. With a 90 plus year heritage as a fine jewelry retailer offering exceptional value, personal customer service, exclusive designs and timeless jewelry such as the Helzberg Diamond Masterpiece™, Helzberg Diamonds has over 260 stores nationwide and is part of the Berkshire Hathaway, Inc. (NYSE symbol BRK/B) family of companies. For the locations of Helzberg Diamond Stores nearest you, call 800-HELZBERG (800-435-9237) or helzberg.com.

About Barkley

Barkley is the largest employee-owned agency of its kind. Founded in 1964, the company has 300 partners offering a full range of marketing communcations services including advertising, public relations, cause branding, sponsorships & events, relationship marketing, social media, design, media planning & buying, motion graphics, research and interactive marketing. Barkley is headquartered in Kansas City with field offices accross the nation. More info: www.barkleyus.com

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