THE MARKETING GROUP PLC: Appointment of Non-Executive Director

LONDON: 11 October 2018 – The Marketing Group plc (the “Company”), which trades as RYVL, is pleased to announce the appointment of Nic Hellyer as a Non-Executive Director of the Company with immediate effect.

Nicholos ("Nic") Hellyer is a Chartered Accountant and investment banker with over 25 years' experience. Nic spent the majority of his banking career at UBS and HSBC and is currently a partner at Opus Corporate Finance, Finance Director of AIM quoted Pelatro Plc and Non-Executive Director of Defenx Plc.

Following this appointment the Board of the Company will comprise Adam Graham (Executive Chairman), Paul Cottrell (CFO) and Nic Hellyer (Non-Executive).

Adam Graham, Executive Chairman, commented: "We are delighted to welcome Nic to the Board of the Company. Nic has extensive corporate advisory and fund raising experience, and we believe his solutions-focused approach will bring fresh energy to reinvigorate the board and support the growth ambitions of the group."

About RYVL

RYVL is the operating name of The Marketing Group Plc. (https://ryvl.com/)

RYVL is a global network of complementary marketing businesses. It is building a lean and technology centric approach to providing a global marketing solution, fit for the needs of modern brands.

The Marketing Group Plc (Ticker: TMG.ST) is listed on Nasdaq First North, Stockholm www.RYVL.com.

Mangold Fondkommission AB, +46 8-5030 15 50, is the Company’s Certified Adviser and liquidity provider.

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