Starkman & Associates Launches Small Business Division to Serve PR Needs of Entrepreneurial and Upstart Companies

June 22, 2006; 07:39 AM

New York - Starkman & Associates (S&A), a full-service public and investor relations firm, announced today that it has launched a small business division offering comprehensive marketing and public relations services to entrepreneurial and upstart companies.

The division, S&A Small Business, offers an extensive menu of products and programs including development of strategic communications plans; Web site design, implementation and optimization; and advertising. The products and services can be utilized on an integrated or a la carte basis.

"S&A has developed an impressive track record helping upstart and early-stage companies dramatically raise their profile and reach their target audiences," said Eric Starkman, S&A's founder and president. "We find it extremely rewarding to work with companies that share our entrepreneurial bent and can ultimately become ongoing retainer clients. We plan to commit significant resources to S&A Small Business and make it a meaningful part of our growth strategy."

S&A Small Business will initially be headed by Mr. Starkman, although the firm plans to hire a full-time executive to oversee the division. Additional information about the division and its capabilities is available at www.sasmallbiz.com.

About Starkman & Associates

New York-based Starkman & Associates is a full-service public and investor relations firm that specializes in financial services, biotechnology, professional services, technology, and e-commerce companies. Founded in March 1999, the firm is composed of seasoned professionals with varied backgrounds and expertise who excel at providing high-level financial, corporate, and crisis communications counseling and marketing services. For additional information, please visit S&A at www.starkmanassociates.com.