NEW YORK, February 14, 2006 -- The Partnership for a Drug-Free America is pleased to announce the election of Campbell T. Gerrish to its board of directors. Gerrish is principal of the Winged Keel Group.

“We’re fortunate to have such a prominent business pioneer joining the Partnership,” said Roy Bostock, chairman of the Partnership. “With his impressive background and leadership in the financial services industry, Campbell will bring his perspective and invaluable experience to the organization.”

Gerrish, a graduate of Princeton University, has over thirty years of experience in the financial services industry. He is a chartered life underwriter, a chartered financial consultant, and holds a Master of Science in Financial Services.

“I am very pleased to join this fine organization with such a meaningful message, practical application, and proven efficacy,” said Gerrish. “My goal is to help spread the message of the Partnership for a Drug-Free America to the insurance industry.”

Gerrish is a past president of the Association for Advanced Life Underwriting (AALU), the premier life insurance industry association. As president, he led the AALU response to the Treasury Department notices regarding split dollar life insurance. He was also directly involved in the life insurance industry efforts related to the estate and gift tax rules which ultimately led to HR 1836. Gerrish has spoken at many major industry meetings, including meetings of the AALU, the Million Dollar Round Table, the Top of the Table, and the International Forum. He has authored articles that were published in Strategic Consulting Magazine, Executive Compensation and Benefits, and was the focus of a feature article in Advisor Today. Gerrish lives in Rye, New York with his family.