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August 1, 2006

Fort Wayne, IN – AmerIPatent today announced the combination of AmerIPatent with Productivity Masters Group. The two firms are leading Northeast Indiana consulting groups. The new name Aptimise has been forged to identify the firm with the goal and mission of optimizing the competitive advantage of client firms.

The combination of the two firms creates one of the region’s most innovative and comprehensive business performance consulting firms. The new firm’s capabilities range from patent prosecution and intellectual property advisory services to operational excellence and innovation of new products and processes.

“The business climate in the northern Indian region demands that companies understand the role that competitive advantage contributes to success and profitability. As a response to the demand, the new firm is designed to work with client firms to maximize their competitive advantage in three core areas; Intellectual Property, Operational Excellence, and Innovation of new products,” said Dave Ramsey, Director Sales & Marketing. “AmerIPatent and Productivity Masters have always been focused on helping clients enhance their competitive advantage; AmerIPatent in the area of Intellectual Property and Productivity Masters in operations. The combination allows clients to receive the full benefits of the integration of the two disciplines.”

The firm is led by Dan Templeton, President/CEO and Dave Ramsey, Director of Sales. Currently, the staff of the combined firm consists of 4 account managers and 2 support staff.