International Monetary Systems Posts Record Month for New-Client Enrollments

190 New Members Enrolled in August

New Berlin, Wis., September 11, 2006 -- International Monetary Systems, Ltd. (OTCBB:INLM), a worldwide leader in business-to-business barter services, announced today that it enrolled 190 new clients in August, far exceeding any previous monthly totals.

Don Mardak, CEO of IMS, commented: "Our outside sales force signed up 118 new clients in July, second at that time to the 121 that we enrolled in January. But now our staff has shattered all previous records, signing up 190 members in August. This is a strong validation of our commitment to organic growth through new-client sales. We are very proud of our sales people in the field and are extremely grateful to Barbara Martin, our national sales manager, for her work in making this achievement possible."

About International Monetary Systems

Founded in 1989, International Monetary Systems (IMS) serves more than 10,500 customers representing 15,000 cardholders in 37 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.
John Strabley, 800-559-8515
http://www.internationalmonetary.com

Source: International Monetary Systems, Ltd.