International Monetary Systems Concludes Acquisition of Alliance Barter, Inc.

New Berlin, Wis., January 09, 2007 -- International Monetary Systems, Ltd. (OTCBB:INLM), a worldwide leader in business-to-business barter services, today announced that it has concluded its acquisition of Alliance Barter, Inc. (ABI) of Rochester, NY. ABI also has an office in Toronto, Canada, and serves additional clients in Buffalo and Syracuse, NY. This merger of two of North America's leading trade exchanges increases the IMS client roster to more than 16,000 members with 24,000 cardholders.

Don Mardak, CEO of International Monetary Systems, commented: "Alliance Barter has long been recognized as having one of the industry's strongest trade-dollar currencies. As is the case with IMS management, Steve Webster, founder and president of Alliance Barter, has always subscribed to the successful philosophy of treating clients fairly and making their barter experiences enjoyable and profitable. We hope to continue that tradition, as Steve will be playing an important role in our company's future planning and growth strategy."

The transaction will become effective on January 31, 2007.

International Monetary Systems, Ltd. recently announced record trade volume, revenue, and new-client enrollments for November. In addition, an Investrend independent analyst has upgraded the company's stock to a "Strong Buy 5" rating, with a price target of $1.31.

About International Monetary Systems

Founded in 1985, International Monetary Systems (IMS) serves more than 16,000 customers representing 24,000 cardholders in 44 markets across North America. 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 their goods and services throughout the United States and Canada, and to access a host of travel destinations in those countries, along with Mexico, Europe and the Caribbean Islands. 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.