Now this one really needs to be re-read: They represent a lot of large people, why us?
Thursday March 25, 10:51 am Eastern Time
Company Press Release
TSIG.com Selects Golin/Harris
International as Strategic Communications
Counsel
Pioneer in Outsourced Managed E-commerce Solutions Partners with
Leading Global Firm for Communications and Investor Relations Services
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 25, 1999-- TeleServices International
Group Inc. (OTC BB:TSIG - news), known as TSIG.com, pioneers in outsourced managed
e-commerce solutions, today announced they have selected Golin/Harris International to provide
strategic communications in public relations and investor relations.
''We have chosen a partner with a solid reputation for giving strong strategic counsel in the
industry,'' said Robert Gordon, Chairman of TSIG.com. ''Their national and international
presence, combined with their expertise in both public relations and investor relations, will help
TSIG.com build a leadership position in the three markets that comprise our business model:
Online Services, TeleServices and Products and Services.''
''TSIG.com has a unique business model that represents the confluence of three technologies
critical to providing a comprehensive e-commerce solution,'' said Tim Johnson, general manager
of Golin/Harris International's San Francisco office. ''These technologies include enhanced web
hosting and ISP services, complete web-based call center functionality, and products that will
drive customers to the Internet through fund-raising programs with corporations, schools and
non-profit organizations.''
Under the agreement, TSIG.com has retained the services of Golin/Harris International as
strategic communications partner. The companies will work together to demonstrate the
robustness of TSIG.com solutions to companies interested in outsourcing e-commerce
capabilities. Golin/Harris will be responsible for all liaison with the media and investment
communities, as well as industry analyst relations.
About Golin/Harris International
Founded in 1957, Golin/Harris is one of the world's leading public relations firms. The firm
maintains 11 offices in the U.S., and has access to a network of more than 90 offices worldwide
as a member of the Interpublic Group of Companies. Among the firm's current technology clients
are amazon.com, Hewlett-Packard and Texas Instruments.
About TSIG.com
Headquartered in St. Petersburg, Florida, TSIG.com recently completed its reorganization into
three divisions. The Online Services Division will offer next-generation ISP services, including
packaged e-commerce solutions on a subscription basis. The Products and Services Division
forms revenue-sharing partnerships with corporations and non-profit organizations to attract
customers through e-commerce membership card type programs. The TeleServices Division
provides web-based customer support and service through its comprehensive call center
functionality.
This press release contains ''forward-looking statements'' within the meaning of Section 27A of
the 1933 Securities Act and Section 21E of the 1934 Securities Exchange Act. Actual results
could differ materially, as the result of such factors as (1) competition in the markets for online
services, for the products and services the company plans to sell, and for outsourced
teleservices, (2) the ability of the company to execute its plans, (3) the availability of financing
at favorable terms, and (4) other factors detailed in the Company's public filings with the SEC.
Contact:
Golin/Harris International, San Francisco
Sean Kauppinen, 415/808-9800
skauppinen@golinharris.com
or
TSIG, St. Petersburg
Paul Henry, 727/897-4000
phenry@tsig.com |
