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Commerce Energy, a leading provider of electricity in Texas, announced today it has hired former professional football player and motivational speaker, Chad Hennings, as its spokesperson. Hennings proudly served in the U.S. military, is a three-time world champion, won numerous athletic honors and authored the motivational book, �It Takes Commitment.� The father of two is currently chairman of the Board of Directors for the Happy Hill Farm Academy/Home and routinely speaks to charitable and community organizations. �We are honored that Chad is joining our team,� said Steven S. Boss, chief executive officer of Commerce Energy. �Chad�s dedication to his community, children and the environment make him the perfect spokesperson for Commerce Energy�s consumer commitment campaign.� Hennings will appear in a series of Commerce Energy�s print and television advertisements educating consumers on energy efficiency and savings. He will also meet with civic groups and schools to discuss the importance of energy conservation. �I know that our team is going to make a difference in the way Texans power their lives and think about the long-term impact of their energy usage,� said Hennings. Hennings joined the Commerce Energy team because of its commitment to a strong deregulated electricity market in Texas. He will play a significant role in educating Texans about Commerce Energy�s traditional and wind-generated electricity service plans. �It�s all about choice,� said Hennings. �Commerce Energy�s values mirror my personal values, and I look forward to helping them show Texans how to save energy and money.� About Commerce Energy Group, Inc. Commerce Energy Group, Inc. is a leading, independent U.S. electricity and natural gas marketing company, operating through its wholly-owned subsidiaries, Commerce Energy, Inc. and Skipping Stone Inc. Commerce is publicly traded on the American Stock Exchange (AMEX) under the symbol: EGR. Commerce Energy, Inc. is licensed by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and by state regulatory agencies as an unregulated retail marketer of natural gas and electricity to homeowners, commercial and industrial consumers and institutional customers. Headquartered in Orange County, California, the company also has an office in Dallas, Texas, as well as several area offices located around the U.S. For nearly a decade, customers have relied on Commerce to deliver competitive pricing, innovative product offerings and personalized customer care in addition to quality gas and electric services. For more information, visit www.CommerceEnergy.com.