NEW YORK, Oct. 27, 2004 (PRIMEZONE) -- International Monetary Systems (OTCBB:INLM) has re-enrolled in the unique shareholder empowerment platform administered by Investrend Communications, Inc., a provider of financial intelligence programs.
Institutional research coverage will be initiated by Investrend Research analyst Gary Vassalotti. Investrend Research is located on the web at http://www.investrendresearch.com.
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 Website at: http://www.internationalmonetary.com
An InvestorPower(tm) page has been created regarding the company at http://www.investrend.com/company/list.asp?sPathParam=yes .
Gary Vassalotti has his own equity analysis and portfolio management practice. He previously worked with First American Bank, NA, First Union National Bank, and Montag Management, and has an overall interest in global markets. Mr. Vassalotti is a member of the North Carolina Society of Financial Analysts, the CFA Institute, and the North Carolina Investment Advisors Association (and was a former board member). Mr. Vassalotti has a B.S. in Finance with an emphasis in Economics from The Pennsylvania State University. He is completing his CFA.
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