Fresno, California, June 30, 2005 - Andrew J. Polterock, owner and operator of 14 franchised Jackson Hewitt Tax Service locations in and around Fresno, California, received the inaugural "Rookie of the Year" award from franchisor, Jackson Hewitt Tax Service Inc. This new recognition award, presented to the most successful first-year Jackson Hewitt Tax Service® franchise, was bestowed upon Mr. Polterock during an awards ceremony held at the 2005 Jackson Hewitt Annual Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada.

 

The new Jackson Hewitt Tax Service "Rookie of the Year" award recognizes a first-year Jackson Hewitt Tax Service franchise for stand-out performance by achieving excellent customer service, exceptional tax return volume and dedicated community involvement.

 

"Andrew demonstrates the entrepreneurial spirit we strive to find in our new franchise owners," said Mike Lister, Chairman, President and CEO, Jackson Hewitt Tax Service Inc. "He and his team clearly demonstrated the growth- oriented attitude needed to take a business to the next level. I can't think of a more appropriate first-year franchise to win this award for their hard work, commitment and outstanding results."

 

"I'm thrilled to receive such an esteemed award," said Mr. Polterock, owner of 14 Fresno area Jackson Hewitt Tax Service locations. "As a first time Jackson Hewitt Tax Service franchise owner, I paid special attention to focusing on marketing and providing outstanding customer service. I believe that those two areas of concentration, along with the strong infrastructure of people I've put in place, helped us build a strong Jackson Hewitt presence in the area. We're so excited to be in the community and to provide our customers with outstanding products and services."

 

Mr. Polterock owns and operates Jackson Hewitt franchise offices located in Clovis, Fresno, Madera, Reedley and Selma, California.

 

Jackson Hewitt Tax Service Inc. (NYSE: JTX) is the second largest tax preparation service company in the United States, with over 5,400 franchised and company-owned offices in 49 states and the District of Columbia. Specializing in electronic filing (IRS e-file), the Company provides full service, individual federal and state income tax preparation and facilitates related financial products. Most Jackson Hewitt offices are independently owned and operated. Jackson Hewitt is based in Parsippany, New Jersey. More information about the Company may be obtained by visiting the Company's Web site at www.jacksonhewitt.com. 

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Andrew J. Polterock

559-298-3636

Allison Jackson

973-496-7536