BlackBerry[R] added to AICPA Elite Values Program.

Research In Motion, the makers of BlackBerry[R], has become a new partner in the Institute's growing portfolio of Member Elite Values Programs. AICPA members can now get the best available pricing and support services for BlackBerry[R] handsets, software and accessories by visiting www.blackberryforthecpa.com/.

"Over the past year many members have inquired about our launching this type of program," said Michael Cerami, vice president, corporate alliances, CPA2Biz Inc. "Wireless handsets are increasingly becoming a standard business tool for today's accounting professional--for both CPAs in practice and in industry."

A May 2006 survey of accounting professionals, conducted by Bay Street Group LLC, showed 84% of those surveyed spend at least 25% of their time working outside the office, and 42% of respondents were currently considering a near-term purchase of a wireless handset.

Reseller, eAccess Solutions Inc., is the exclusive fulfillment and support services provider to AICPA members through the program. Institute members will be taken through a step-by-step process for setting up the BlackBerry wireless solution, assuring that members are up and productive with a minimal time investment. AICPA members also will receive one full year of free support from eAccess Solutions when they purchase a BlackBerry handset. For more information about this program or any Elite Values Program, visit www.cpa2biz.com/elite.