ePartners Named to Elite Microsoft Business Solutions Inner Circle

Seattle, WA — July 14, 2005 — ePartners has been named to the Microsoft® Business Solutions Inner Circle, an accomplishment earned by firms whose sales achievement ranks them at the top echelon of the Microsoft Business Solutions global network of value-added reselling partners. Membership in this elite group recognizes outstanding partners whose commitment to customers is reflected in their constant dedication to achieving high levels of customer satisfaction, active pursuit of product and technological advancement, and impressive sales performance.

”Our dedication to the Microsoft platform is grounded in the belief that no other technology publisher can better meet our clients’ needs for functionality, scalability and rapid ROI across the enterprise,” said ePartners CEO, Dan Duffy. “We are pleased to be included in Inner Circle again this year with our distinction as Microsoft Business Solutions largest US partner.”

“We are pleased to welcome ePartners into Microsoft’s Inner Circle,” said Microsoft Corporate Vice President, Tami Reller. “By achieving Inner Circle recognition, ePartners is at the top level of the premier partner channel in the industry. We want to thank them for their commitment to Microsoft, our customers and solutions.”

About ePartners, Inc.

After more than a decade of arming its customers with a competitive advantage, ePartners has established itself as the leading Microsoft Business Solutions consultancy in the world. From aligning their clients’ business and IT strategies; to improving business processes; and deploying and supporting solutions that accelerate business results, no other Microsoft Business Solutions partner offers more comprehensive information technology solutions and services than ePartners. Last year alone, more than 300 leading companies spanning 45 industries turned to ePartners for strategic business solutions and consulting services. ePartners is backed by Texas Growth Fund, Austin Ventures, Capital Resource Partners, Liberty Mutual, Mobius Venture Capital, Madrona Venture Group, Rustic Canyon Partners and Charterhouse Group.

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