CCHS NAMES FINANCE VETERAN TAMI THRAUM CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA. - January 5, 2009 - Cross Country Home Services, Inc. (CCHS), the leader in helping companies drive revenue and customer loyalty through a comprehensive set of home warranties, home service plans and homeowner emergency assistance programs, today announced the appointment of finance industry veteran Tami Thraum as the company’s Chief Financial Officer (CFO). In this role, Thraum will be responsible for all of CCHS’ accounting and reporting, planning and analysis, regulatory compliance, facilities and treasury operations.

"Clearly, strong leadership is important in this economic environment," said Joseph J. Incandela, Chief Executive Officer of CCHS. "We believe that Tami brings an outstanding track record of prudent oversight and sound strategic planning. These leadership qualities will enable CCHS to carefully manage costs while continuing to make strategic investments in the company to continually improve customer service and produce value for our clients."

Thraum was chief financial officer of Regent Seven Seas Cruises and Resorts where she was instrumental in improving the financial position of the company, leading it to a successful sale. Prior to joining Regent Seven Seas Cruises and Resorts, Thraum was Chief Financial Officer of Carlson Wagonlit Travel (CWT), one of the world’s largest global travel management companies. Prior to that, Thraum was Vice President of Finance for Maritz Travel Company, another leading company in the travel industry. Earlier in her career, she spent eleven years at KPMG Peat Marwick as a senior manager serving in both the assurance and consulting practices.

About Cross Country Home Services
Cross Country Home Services, Inc. is the leader in helping companies drive revenue and customer loyalty through a comprehensive set of home warranties, home service plans and homeowner emergency assistance programs. For nearly 30 years, CCHS has provided programs for major clients in the financial services, insurance, real estate and utility industries, as well as affinity groups. The company is focused on operational excellence - from client support, service network management and marketing, to customer service – to ensure that its clients’ programs run smoothly and deliver results. Headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, CCHS is a member of the Cross Country Group, one of the largest privately-held providers of customer service programs in the United States.