ADVISORY/Earvin ``Magic'' Johnson Provides the Ultimate Networking Experience in the City of Brotherly Love.

City & Assignment Desks, Business Editors

ADVISORY...for Tuesday, April 13

--(BUSINESS WIRE)

WHO:          Lincoln Mercury Presents the Magic Corporate Mixer.

WHAT:         An elite reception where you'll experience the
              extraordinary power of an exclusive networking
              environment, in which 300-500 community leaders,
              politicians, key corporate executives, entrepreneurs and
              local celebrities are in attendance.

      -- A Special Performance by So So Def/Jive Recording Artist
                          Anthony Hamilton --

WHEN:         Tuesday, April 13, 2004
              7:00 PM

WHERE:        Philadelphia

WHY:          To bring awareness to the Magic Johnson companies/brand,
              and to the partners the MJ companies/brand does business
              with, while accomplishing professional goals.

About the Magic Johnson Brand:

The Magic Johnson Brand has become one of the most expansive and successful business networks in the country. The Brand was cultivated during the illustrious career of Earvin "Magic" Johnson Jr., which began with his famed basketball tenure with the Los Angeles Lakers, and has expanded to include a variety of businesses and community ventures.

The Magic Johnson Brand stimulates economic growth and development through education, community enrichment and franchise development.

Mr. Johnson funneled the mission of the Brand through his business empire, Magic Johnson Enterprises, Inc.

The company is dedicated to urban development through philanthropy, business and entertainment. To serve this mission, the company is divided into three divisions: Magic Johnson Foundation, Johnson Development Corporation and Magic Johnson Entertainment.