November 3, 2006

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Hildebrandt promoted to CEO of Segall Bryant & Hamill Investment Counsel

Segall Bryant & Hamill Investment Counsel announces the promotion of Philip L. Hildebrandt, CFA to Chief Executive Officer, a newly created position.

Segall Bryant & Hamill is a leading independent investment management firm, managing $4.3 billion for institutional and private clients throughout the United States. Prior to becoming CEO, Mr. Hildebrandt was Principal and Managing Director responsible for marketing and sales. Mr. Hildebrandt joined SBH in 1995 from Prudential Investment Corporation. He will be succeeded by Mark W. Rewey as Director of Marketing and Sales.

Segall Bryant & Hamill was founded in 1994 and is located in Chicago, Illinois.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:

Bernadette Kelly
Director of Consultant Communications
312-474-4210