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Accounting Principals Welcomes Darin Whitlock as Recruiting Manager

Fort Worth, TX (December 12, 2003) – Accounting Principals, the accounting and finance solutions unit of MPS Group, Inc. (NYSE:MPS), today announced that Darin Whitlock has been named recruiting manager of the Fort Worth Office.

With eight years of experience in the staffing industry, Whitlock serves as a recruiter specializing in accounting and financial placements on a direct-hire and project consulting basis. Prior to joining Accounting Principals, Whitlock was an executive recruiter for Babich & Associates, a professional services recruiting firm. He has received several awards for top sales and recruiting and is currently a member of the Fort Worth Regional Chamber of Commerce.

David Maxwell, managing director of the Fort Worth office, said, “I am excited to have Darin aboard. He has extensive knowledge of the Fort Worth marketplace. With his extensive recruiting experience as well as being an Arlington native, he has a ready network in Fort Worth. I believe that his professionalism and passion for success will be a great asset to the strong team we have assembled at Accounting Principals.”

About Accounting Principals

Accounting Principals is a leader in the recruitment and placement of accounting and finance professionals. Accounting Principals offers a complete range of workforce solutions in accounting, finance, mortgage, and banking through our nationwide branch network and team of experienced professionals. For more information, please visit http://www.accountingprincipals.com.

About MPS Group

MPS Group is one of the world's largest providers of business services and solutions. MPS Group helps its client companies thrive by delivering a unique mix of consulting, solutions, and staffing services. With headquarters in Jacksonville, Florida, MPS Group serves leading businesses throughout the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and continental Europe. For more information about MPS Group, please visit http://www.mpsgroup.com.