Arizona Business Online Sees 64% Increase in Traffic Since October 2002; Growing Directory Relocates Headquarters to Accommodate Recent Expansion

Arizona Business Online (www.AZBonline.com), the states fastest-growing online business directory, announced today a 64 percent increase in site traffic since October 2002.

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.-March 5, 2003-Arizona Business Online (www.AZBonline.com), the states fastest-growing online business directory, announced today a 64 percent increase in site traffic since October 2002. This growth corresponded with a tally of more than 108,000 visitors and 3.55 million hits during the first month of 2003.

The directory has grown from a small start-up in November 2001, to one of the most valuable marketing sites on the Internet for Arizona companies," said Tim OLeary, president of Arizona Business Online. In just the past six months, the number of visitors to our site has more than tripled. This steady growth represents a sizeable step toward our goal of becoming Arizonas premier online business resource."

In November 2002, the directory debuted a redesigned look and expanded to include listings for medical professionals, entertainment resources and educational institutions. The additions provided more companies and individuals the opportunity to showcase their products or services to a targeted audience, while taking advantage of such features as a business exchange, classified ads and employment services.

Also announced today was the relocation of the companys headquarters to a 2,500-square-foot office in Scottsdale. Recent staff additions doubled the companys workforce, making the move to a larger facility necessary. The new location is at 6220 E. Thomas Road, Suite 300.

About Arizona Business Online

With a database containing in excess of 135,000 companies, Scottsdale-based Arizona Business Online (AZBonline.com), is the states fastest-growing online business directory. A valuable resource for the online consumer market, the directory offers a complete inventory of more than 1,000 business categories and personal classified ads. For businesses wanting maximum online exposure and the ability to attract a target audience, AZBonline.com is an effective marketing tool featuring advertising opportunities, employment resources, as well as a forum to exchange services and communicate with industry peers. To ensure exceptional quality, primary referrals and priority placement are reserved for Premier Members. This status is only awarded to businesses following an extensive background check to review licensing and bonding, interview management, and confirm corporate objectives. For more information, please visit www.AZBonline.com.