(Hamilton, Bermuda, April 27th, 2004) – Troncossi Public Relations, Bermuda’s only independent PR consultancy, today announces that it has signed an agreement to join a network of public relations and communications agencies across the Caribbean, Central and South America and the USA.

Agencies in the network are based in Argentina, Bahamas, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Jamaica, Mexico, Nicaragua, Paraguay, Peru, Puerto Rico, Uruguay and Venezuela.

The selection criteria for these agencies are small to medium sized companies that excel in the field of public relations and communications, and are not part of another network of agencies. Troncossi Public Relations is the only Bermuda representative in this network.

Elizabeth Tee, Managing Director, Troncossi Public Relations, says: “Some of our clients are looking to open offices in South America and we can now introduce them to agencies with a similar philosophy and infrastructure to ourselves. Our membership also allows us to gather information on a specific country through our new PR partners. It’s all part of adding value to our clients.”

Priscilla Colón, President & COO, Acqua Communications, which set up the network says: “We’re delighted to welcome Troncossi on board. We looked for partners that are willing to initiate change and penetrate new and existing markets with proven results. We selected Troncossi after receiving several recommendations from other companies on the island. They have a reputation as a fast, nimble, results-oriented company which really understands how to make PR work for their clients.”

Membership in the network does not affect a company’s branding, financial organisation or structure. All members continue to work independently and use the network as a resource.

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Notes to Editors:

Troncossi Public Relations is a full service public relations consultancy and provides a range of services for corporate and private clients specialising in strategic positioning, media relations and crisis management. It also provides conference and exhibition support, collateral material development, event planning, internal communications, media training, newsletter copywriting and production, press conference organisation, press office services, product promotions, public relations audits, speaking opportunities, speech writing, and sponsorship guidelines. In December 2003, Troncossi was awarded the International Quality Crown Award in the Gold category.

Troncossi’s clients include: Bermuda Cablevision, Bermuda Department of Ecommerce, Bermuda Hospitals Board, Bermuda Hospitals Charitable Trust, Emerald Financial, Friends of the College Library, Institute of Directors and People’s Pharmacy.

Media Contact: Elizabeth Tee
Troncossi Public Relations
Telephone: 292-5838