For Immediate Release

Mississippi Choctaws Support IKBI Leadership Changes

CHOCTAW, Miss. – (April 24, 2008) – IKBI, Inc., a contracting firm and a tribally-chartered corporation of the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians, serving government and private sector clients, throughout the Southeast, on large commercial/industrial, earthwork, and renovation projects is currently undergoing leadership changes.

During the interim, Jeff Graham, will assume the role and responsibilities of president of the corporation announced Charlie Benn, Chairman, IKBI Board of Directors.

Graham has been with IKBI, Inc. for 3 ½ years and has served as the Director of Operations.

“Jeff has been the driving force behind IKBI’s success since its start-up phase,” said Miko Beasley Denson. “I support Mr. Benn’s decision in appointing Jeff. He is an outstanding director and I feel very comfortable with him behind the wheel. He has worked with our tribal enterprises for almost 20 years. The Tribe fully supports this transition and looks forward to a successful future with IKBI.”

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