NEW BERLIN, Wis., Sept. 29, 2004 (PRIMEZONE) -- International Monetary Systems, Ltd. (OTCBB:INLM), a worldwide leader in corporate and consumer barter services, announced today that four of its employees have passed the barter industry's accreditation exam and have received the prestigious designation of Certified Trade Broker (CTB). In addition, Kim Strabley, Managing Director of the company's Travel and Reciprocal Trading Divisions, has achieved the new, higher designation of Master Trade Broker (MTB). Kim is just one of four MTB's in America. The testing program is administered by the National Association of Trade Exchanges (NATE).
"We now have 15 CTBs and one MTB on our staff, more than any other independent trade exchange in America," commented Don Mardak, International Monetary Systems CEO.
Receiving the CTB designation were Aldena Garrett, Paul Garrett, Darcie Cardwell and Rebecca Lucas.
"We are very proud of these employees for achieving this special status in the barter industry," added Mardak.
About International Monetary Systems
Founded in 1989, International Monetary Systems (IMS) serves more than 7,000 customers in 24 U.S. markets. Based in New Berlin, Wis., IMS is one of the largest publicly traded barter companies in the world and is continually expanding its exchange locations. The company's proprietary transaction network enables companies and individuals to trade goods and services throughout North America. 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. 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). Further information can be obtained at the company's Web site at: www.internationalmonetary.com.