As of 1 February 2008, Mr Mika Ihamuotila takes over as new President and CEO of Marimekko Corporation. At the same time, the Group's management group changes. The chairman of the new management group is Mika Ihamuotila, and the members include: Mr Thomas Ekström (Chief Financial Officer), Ms Marja Korkeela (corporate communications and IR), Ms Päivi Lonka (exports and licensing sales), Ms Sirpa Loukamo (clothing and accessories), Ms Mervi Metsänen-Kalliovaara (domestic wholesale, business-to-business sales, sales development), Ms Piia Rossi (company-owned retail stores), Ms Kirsi Räikkönen (brand and marketing communications), and Ms Helinä Uotila (production, purchases, interior decoration). MARIMEKKO CORPORATION Group Communications Marja Korkeela Tel. +358 9 758 7238 Fax +358 9 759 1676 Email: marja.korkeela@marimekko.fi Distribution: OMX Nordic Exchange Helsinki Principal media Marimekko's website: www.marimekko.com Marimekko is a leading Finnish textile and clothing design company that was established in 1951. The company designs, manufactures and markets high-quality clothing, interior decoration textiles, bags and other accessories under the Marimekko brand, both in Finland and abroad. Marimekko products are also manufactured under license in various countries. In 2007, the company's net sales amounted to EUR 77.3 million. Exports and income from international operations accounted for 26.5% of the Group's net sales. The Group employs about 400 people. The company's share is quoted on the OMX Nordic Exchange Helsinki. For further information, visit www.marimekko.com