International Monetary Systems adds Franchisee in Colorado Springs

NEW BERLIN, Wis., Oct. 31, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- International Monetary Systems, Ltd. a worldwide leader in business-to-business barter services is proud to announce the opening of its latest franchise owned by Michael and Holly Roper located in Colorado Springs. Michael is a prior owner of multiple Quiznos restaurants and a franchisee specialist with Quiznos corporate offices in Denver. He states, "I'm excited to both learn from and contribute to many businesses bottom line profits through the dynamic advantage barter delivers in this economy."

"We've been a partner in the IMS barter family for many years through our other business ventures and we knew the B2B barter industry was our niche" said partner and wife Holly Roper.

IMS has delivered supplementary income and customers to businesses in Colorado for over 21 years, but also attracts revenue from IMS barter members throughout the United States and Canada. With the addition of the Colorado Springs franchise, IMS is now doing business in 47 metro-markets in Colorado.    

"Our resilient expansion is a testament to our acquisition strategy and franchise model and the success of our franchisees. We are always delighted to add to our growing business network with owners who share our drive and passion to 'change the way the world does business' through barter commerce," stated John Strabley, CEO of IMS.

About International Monetary Systems
Founded in 1985, International Monetary Systems (IMS) serves 21,000 cardholders in 52 North American markets. Based in New Berlin, Wisconsin, and managed by seasoned industry veterans, IMS is one of the largest publicly traded barter companies in the world. The company's proprietary transaction clearing software enables businesses and individuals to trade goods and services online using an electronic currency known as trade dollars. The IMS network allows companies to create cost savings and connect to new customers by incorporating barter opportunities in their business models. Further information can be obtained at the company's Web site at: www.IMSbarter.com.

Contact:
International Monetary Systems, Ltd., New Berlin, WI

Company Contact:
Michael Roper
(303) 840-2179

SOURCE International Monetary Systems, Ltd.