To: puborectalis who wrote (926 ) 7/24/2000 11:53:21 AM From: Sarkie Read Replies (1) | Respond to of 1094 Investor Broadcast Network Appoints Mark Walsh to Its Board of Directors ================================================================ PHILADELPHIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 24, 2000--Investor Broadcast Network, the leading broadcaster of investment information and analysis on the Internet, today announced the appointment of Mark Walsh to its Board of Directors. Walsh is president and CEO of VerticalNet, Inc. (NASDAQ:VERT), the Internet's leading portfolio of business-to-business industrial trading communities. "We're excited to have Mark join our Board because of his unique commitment to the convergence of interactivity and the business marketplace," David Bauman, Investor Broadcast Network CEO and president, said. "For more than 15 years he has been a leading force in the online industry. From AOL to VerticalNet, he brings direct, hands-on experience in the online and interactivity industry to our growing company. His knowledge and vision will be a great asset to our Board." "Investor Broadcast Network is a valuable tool for the entire investment community," Walsh said. "Its complete portfolio of Web-based broadcast communication services, makes it one of the most robust, real-time sources of financial information available. As an outside director, I look forward to helping the company continue its mission to become the source for investment information." Through its diverse portfolio of Web-based multimedia streaming services, Investor Broadcast Network delivers compelling investor content direct from company executives, analysts and industry experts. Investor Broadcast Network's Vcall.com serves as a gateway for investors seeking access to shareholders' meetings, earnings results, corporate overviews and annual results with free access to investor conference calls. RadioWallStreet.com provides live interviews with CEOs and analysts, and features in-depth analysis. About Investor Broadcast Network Investor Broadcast Network is the leading broadcaster of real-time investment information and analysis on the Internet. With a complete portfolio of web-based broadcast communication services, the company gives investors access to the inner circle of corporate executives and industry thought leaders, while providing public companies with an efficient online investor relations strategy that meets their financial needs and reduces the high-risk of selective disclosure.