"Franchises are a good place to start when researching whether you're ready
to make the leap to become an entrepreneur .

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PRESS RELEASE Starting Over After 50

Many may have
begun their careers with something different in mind, and decades later,
when they're ready to pursue a new venture, have lost sight of what they
envisioned years ago.

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According to AARP, nearly half of the self-employment population is over
50, and about one in three self-employed workers age 51 to 69 made the
transition to self -employment at or after 50. Mr. ChannelAdvisor's
clients and strategic alliances include IBM, Best Buy, Sears,
Motorola, eBay, Yahoo! and Amazon.

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They have more opportunities for self-employment than
ever before and are increasingly considering that option as they head into
their golden years.

Another challenge for baby boomers is knowing what they like to do.

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Motives for starting a new business or choosing to go the entrepreneurial
route are often different for the over-50 business owner.

Powell uses a unique "discovery process" that allows people to explore
business options -- and uncover possibilities that are in sync with both
their personal and income goals.
"ChannelAdvisor is honored to have been invited to this
invitation-only event," says Scot Wingo, Chief Executive Officer and
President of ChannelAdvisor.

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"The franchise market has proven to be an excellent opportunity for
downsized professionals or career changers to pursue after the age of 50,"
according to Terry Powell, founder and CEO of The Entrepreneur's Source.

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About The Entrepreneur's Source

With its Performance Enhanced Center located in Southbury, Conn.com/

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The goal of The Entrepreneur's Source is to help clients
identify alternative career options that best meet their goals, needs and
expectations .

Business Editors/High-Tech Writers

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, NC----ChannelAdvisor, the leading provider of channel management
solutions (CMS), announced today that Scot Wingo, Chief Executive
Officer and President, has been invited to speak at Credit Suisse
First Boston's Small / Mid Cap Internet Conference on Wednesday,
February 16, 2005 in Boston.

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Our solutions combine best
practices , innovative software applications and integration technology
to dramatically accelerate marketplace performance.

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Because they often have
long-term strategic plans to build their brand, a tested model and a
support structure to help franchisees, they are generally more successful
than an independent small business," Powell states.

"Our clients look to us to tell them what would be best., The
Entrepreneur's Source is North America's leading independent business
ownership consulting company with more than 280 offices in the United
States and Canada, offering a full range of services to individuals
interested in self-employment and companies searching for methods of
expansion.

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ChannelAdvisor Corporation is
headquartered in Research Triangle Park, NC.

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As baby boomers start to turn 60 , they may be
feeling nostalgic about the early days of their careers, when job security
actually meant something and a person could retire comfortably at 65.

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Powell goes on to say that new business opportunities -- particularly in
the franchise market -- can be a very rewarding and flexible career path
for business professionals who have valuable experience that can help them
be successful in a new business venture. Even
someone who's been in a career for 25 years may have trouble determining
what their dream job is or what career direction to take.

Ninety-five percent of the people helped by The Entrepreneur's Source
become an owner of a business they would never have considered on their
own -- or had already discounted, Powell cites. All rights reserved.
ChannelAdvisor was one of three private companies selected to
present by Credit Suisse First Boston's Internet Analyst , Heath Terry.

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Unfortunately , today's reality for many workers over the age of 50 is
downsizing, difficult job searches and the very real prospect of working
past 65. "I'm looking forward to discussing how
ChannelAdvisor helps companies effectively manage their multiple
online channel strategy with investors and analyst.channeladvisor .

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Fortunately, this generation is healthier and better trained than
any prior generation. Many have the
financial means to buy into a franchise and look at their business as an
investment that not only generates income but allows them to have more
flexibility and personal freedom, Powell says .com (NASDAQ: AMZN),
Shopping.com (NASDAQ: SHOP) and BizRate.

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Whether you're looking for a more flexible schedule, a home-based
opportunity or more time to travel, it's a good idea to weigh all of your
options, Powell suggests.

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ChannelAdvisor CEO to Present At CSFB Boston Internet Conference on February 16 2005

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About ChannelAdvisor Corporation

ChannelAdvisor provides technology and services that enable
industry-leading companies, small businesses and individuals to use
online marketplaces to acquire customers and maximize inventory yield
throughout the product lifecycle.

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Wingo will provide an overview of the
company, its products, services and strategy as they relate to online
marketplaces including eBay (NASDAQ: EBAY), Amazon.com.

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For more information on starting your own business, contact your local The
Entrepreneur's Source consultant.com. For more information,
visit http://www.

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But my job as a
consultant is to find what motivates them, understand their goals, needs
and expectations, and help coach them through The Entrepreneur's Source
discovery process, so they can evaluate options for themselves and
determine works best for them," Powell says .