Jack Morton To Merge With The Interpublic Group Jack Morton To Merge With The Interpublic Group Philip H. Geier, Jr., Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of The Interpublic Group of Companies, Inc. (IPG), announced that The Jack Morton Company has agreed to merge with IPG and become one of the largest specialized communications agencies within its network. Although specific financial terms of the merger were not disclosed, the move underscores IPG's commitment to building world class non-traditional communications capabilities within its Allied Communications Group.

Since its beginning in 1939, Jack Morton has pioneered experiential communications<+z7>SM,<$z9> delivering creative and strategic communications experiences for over 200 leading companies annually. The company combines expertise in interactive media, live events, entertainment, and environmental design to powerfully deliver critical messages to targeted employee and customer audiences. Jack Morton will remain a stand alone independent operating company within the Allied Communications Group, and will continue to be led by the current management team who guide the nine office U.S. operation.