International Monetary Systems Employees Receive Industry Awards

New Berlin, Wis., June 15, 2005 -- International Monetary Systems, Ltd. (OTC BB: INLM), a worldwide leader in business-to-business barter services, today announced that several of its employees received outstanding achievement awards at the recent NATE (National Association of Trade Exchanges) Convention held at the Chateau Elan near Atlanta, GA.

Donna Burlingham received the special recognition as Certified Broker of the Year, Johnny Eagle was named NATE's Most Valuable Member, Lisa Boudreau achieved the prestigious designation of Master Trade Broker, James Nooyen and Matthew Nelson passed the written examination to qualify as Certified Trade Brokers, and several other IMS employees were honored for conducting convention seminars. Among employees cited for convention seminars were Barbara Martin, Kim Strabley and John Strabley. In addition, Debbie Lombardi is the current president of NATE and Dale Mardak is the association's secretary.

Don Mardak, IMS' CEO and a two-time past-president of NATE stated: "We are very proud of our employees who have been recognized as barter-industry leaders. We now have three Master Trade Brokers and eighteen Certified Trade Brokers on our staff. This is a major achievement for our company, as we continue to set the standard for this dynamic industry."

About International Monetary Systems

Founded in 1989, International Monetary Systems (IMS) serves more than 8,500 customers, representing 14,000 cardholders in 30 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.

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