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Press Release--American Heart Association

The American Heart Association recently announced its top individual fundraisers nationwide for the Heart Walk. Local attorney Dale Perdue and son Justin ranked in the top 50, raising more than $20,000 for the Central Ohio Heart Walk this year. Locally, Dale and Justin are the top fundraiser for Columbus and the State of Ohio.

"Thanks to our walkers, donors, volunteers and sponsors, we've raised more than $700,000 for the American Heart Association," said Holly Snyder, president of Nationwide Better Health and 2007 Heart Walk Chair. "I'm honored to see individuals in our community such as Dale come together and give tremendous support, as it's such a strong testament to what the Heart Walk represents. Together, we can make better lifestyle choices to keep ourselves healthy and take a stand against cardiovascular disease and stroke."

Perdue is the founding partner at Clark, Perdue, Arnold & Scott Co, LPA, where he used his relationships with vendors, colleagues, business contacts and friends to raise money for the Heart Walk. Overall, the law firm has raised over $150,000 since beginning their participation in the Heart Walk.

Perdue and his son set an example of what can be achieved with the efforts of just two people giving back to the community. "I'm often asked why our company is involved with the Heart Walk," says Perdue. "The principal reason is that it embraces our mission of helping people and serving the community. Furthermore, a project like this promotes teambuilding, camaraderie and morale. The fun we have at the Heart Walk and the good feeling that comes from serving a worthy cause is just a bonus."

The 2007 Central Ohio Heart Walk took place on August 18th at the Center of Science and Industry (COSI). Survivors of heart disease or stroke wore "Red Caps" during the walk to serve as a reminder why the American Heart Association is fighting back against these deadly diseases. Money raised from the walk goes to the American Heart Association which provides education and research for cardiovascular diseases, including stroke.