International Monetary Systems Launches National Series of Barter Expos

Events expected to give substantial boost to Q4 revenue

New Berlin, Wis., October 16, 2006 -- International Monetary Systems, Ltd. (OTCBB:INLM), a worldwide leader in business-to-business barter services, today announced the schedule for its upcoming series of eleven Barter Expos and Holiday Gift Shows. The events, which will be held in Illinois, Wisconsin, Ohio, Connecticut, Tennessee, California, Nevada and Colorado, will be kicked off with the first trade show on Saturday, October 21st, at Harper College in Palatine, IL. Nearly 1,000 IMS clients will be exhibiting at the various events, with thousands of other members attending.

In the past, these holiday expos have generated considerable revenue and trade volume, giving a substantial boost to the barter system's fourth-quarter income. Following are the dates for the events:

Saturday, October 21st -      Chicago IL
Saturday, November 4th -      Milwaukee, WI
Sunday, November 5th -        Modesto, CA
Tuesday, November 14th -      Columbus, OH
Saturday, November 18th -     Reno, NV
Sunday, November 19th -       San Jose, CA
Tuesday, November 28th -      Hartford, CT
Wednesday, November 29th -    Denver CO
Thursday, November 30th -     Chattanooga, TN
Sunday, December 3rd -        Santa Rosa, CA
Monday, December 18th -       Las Vegas, NV

These shows are open to the public. Please contact the office nearest you for directions and other information.

About International Monetary Systems

Founded in 1985, International Monetary Systems (IMS) serves more than 15,000 customers representing 22,000 cardholders in 39 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 businesses 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 International Reciprocal Trade Association (IRTA). Further information can be obtained at the company's Web site at: www.internationalmonetary.com.

Contact:

International Monetary Systems, Ltd., New Berlin, WI
John Strabley, 800-559-8515
http://www.internationalmonetary.com

Source: International Monetary Systems, Ltd.

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