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IMS is one of the largest publicly traded barter companies in the
world and is continually expanding its exchange locations. Clooney offered to have his
78th Annual Academy Awards(R) Gift Bag auctioned off with the
proceeds going to benefit the United Way Hurricane Response and
Recovery Fund.

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"When one considers the number of outstanding companies that competed this
year , being named a Codie Awards finalist is no small achievement.org.

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(OTCBB:INLM), a worldwide leader in
business-to-business barter services, today announced that it will be
sponsoring the annual National Association of Trade Exchanges (NATE)
convention in Atlanta, GA.
International Monetary Systems , through its Continental Trade
Exchange barter system, has been a NATE member for eighteen years .
This year's 331 Codie Awards finalists span a wide cross section of the
software and digital content industry. Clooney
has been a generous supporter of United Way's efforts to rebuild
lives and communities devastated by the 2005 hurricanes.

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Based in New Berlin, Wis.siia .

WHERE: Auction will take place at http://www.

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The organization has more than 80 members and provides a
forum where trade exchange owners combine to share experiences and
resources, and create an environment where entrepreneurship and free
enterprise flourish.
Managed by seasoned industry veterans, IMS is a recognized member of
the National Association of Trade Exchanges (NATE ) and the Barter
Association National Currency (the BANC).
The United Way movement includes over 1,300 community-based United Way
organizations.

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The Codie Awards is the only peer recognition program in the software and
information industry, providing a unique opportunity for companies to compete
for the acknowledgement and respect of their competitors.asp.org

WHY: As a member of the Board of Trustees of United Way, Mr.

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The
company's proprietary transaction network enables companies and
individuals to trade goods and services throughout North America.
Established in 1986, the Codie Awards is the longest-running awards
program in the software and information industry .

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WHEN: An online auction of Mr.

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IMS' CEO Don Mardak is a two-time past president of NATE, CFO Danny
Weibling is a former treasurer , and Senior Vice President Dale Mardak
is a current board member and secretary of the prestigious industry
association. SIIA
provides global services in government relations, business development ,
corporate education and intellectual property protection to more than 750
leading software and information companies.siia. For more information about United Way of America, please
visit: http: //www.

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More than 1,000 nominations were submitted by over 800
companies for the 2005 awards, breaking the record set in 2004. Clooney's gift bag will begin at 12:01 am
ET Wednesday, March 22, 2006 and end March 28, 2006 at 11:59 pm.

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The program includes 63 product and
service categories in the corporate, education and consumer markets. Gift Bag to be Auctioned Off on United Way Web Site

Proceeds to Benefit United Way Hurricane Response and Recovery Fund

ALEXANDRIA, Va.

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For a complete list of 2005 Codie Awards finalists, visit
http://www. Each is independent, separately incorporated, and governed by
local volunteers.

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NATE is the premier industry association for independent barter
networks. markets. The program acknowledges
the industry 's most innovative products and services through a combination of
journalist and peer review. The 2005 Codie
Awards will be presented at a black-tie gala on May 25, 2005 at Universal
Studio's Globe Theater in Universal City, CA.

George Clooney Donates 78th Annual Academy Awards(R) Gift Bag to United Way to Benefit Hurricane Recovery and Rebuilding

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International Monetary Systems to Sponsor NATE Convention; Annual Meeting will be held in Atlanta from May 5th - 7th

SIIA Announces Finalists for 20th Annual Codie Awards

The Codie Awards showcase the software and digital content industry 's most
innovative products and services and commend corporate excellence and
philanthropic efforts .
"The 20th annual Codie Awards continue the tradition of honoring the best
of the software and digital content industry," said Ken Wasch, SIIA President.

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Further information can be
obtained at the company's Web site at: www.unitedway.

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Using an electronic currency known as trade dollars , IMS exchanges
allow companies to create cost savings and to improve operations by
taking advantage of barter opportunities in their business models.net/codies/2005/finalists.net.

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About International Monetary Systems

Founded in 1989, International Monetary Systems (IMS) serves more
than 7 ,000 customers in 26 U.internationalmonetary.

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National Association of Trade Exchanges (NATE) Convention

NEW BERLIN, Wis. Number of Finalist Nominations Breaks All-time Record

WASHINGTON, The Software + Information Industry
Association (SIIA ), the principal trade association for the software and
digital content industries, today released its list of finalists for the 20th
Annual Codie Awards.

About SIIA
The Software + Information Industry Association (SIIA) is the principal
trade association for the software and digital content industry.

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The event will be held at the beautiful
Chateau Elan on May 5th - 7th.

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S., The following is being issued by
United Way of America:

WHAT: Oscar-winning actor /producer/director and member of United Way's
Board of Trustees George Clooney has generously donated the gift
bag he received at the March 5, 2006 Oscar Awards ceremony to
United Way.

About United Way of America
United Way of America is the national organization dedicated to leading
the United Way movement in making a measurable impact in every community
across America by focusing on the root causes of the most serious problems.unitedway.

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Knowing
that the rebuilding in the Gulf Coast will take years and require
significant financial resources, Mr.