Two Leaders in Communications Networking and Teleconferencing Combine Forces to Create Comprehensive Teleconferencing and Networked Multimedia Event.

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 29, 1998--The International Teleconferencing Association Inc. (ITCA) is joining forces with Business Communications Review (BCR Enterprises Inc.) to combine their respective trade shows into a twice annual conference and exhibition focused on audio and video conferencing, streaming media, IP telephony, and leading-edge multimedia networking technology.

The combined, twice-annual events - currently known as the DVC Fall and Spring Conferences and Exhibitions - will offer definitive overviews of teleconferencing trends and applications, as well as leading edge multimedia networking technologies.

The joint announcement was made by Henry Grove, president of ITCA, and by Jerry Goldstone, president of BCR Enterprises Inc.

They said the first united effort will be the DVC '98 Fall show, scheduled from Oct. 5-8 at the World Trade Center in Boston. The Spring 1999 show is planned for March 8-11, 1999 in San Jose, Calif.

"We're extremely pleased to join forces with BCR," said Henry Grove. "The DVC shows focus on network technology and corporate communications, vital elements of the teleconferencing industry. The ITCA also represents large constituencies in distance learning, telemedicine, telework, government, financial services and law enforcement. Partnering with BCR will help us better service those members."

Jerry Goldstone said of the venture, "This is a true win-win situation for both organizations. ITCA's strong constituencies in the medical, education, government, and financial services industries -- all early adopters of video technology -- will dramatically increase the number of important buyers at DVC events."

"We are delighted with this partnership and the exciting benefits and opportunities it brings to our membership," said Anne Hardwick, chairman of the ITCA's Board of Directors. "Not only will our members have access to an enhanced conference and trade show, DVC will be available to them twice a year, and on each coast. Our members will also enjoy special ITCA discounts on registration, as well as ITCA-focused functions during each conference and exhibition. We see this new arrangement as an excellent enhancement to our membership services."

ITCA is an international non-profit association dedicated to the growth and development of the teleconferencing industry. It provides programs and services which foster the professional development of its members; champions teleconferencing and related technologies as primary communications tools; recognizes and promotes broader applications and the development of teleconferencing and collaborative communications; and serves as the authoritative resource for information and research on the collaborative communications industry.

Hinsdale, Illinois-based BCR Enterprises Inc. is owner and publisher of Business Communications Review magazine, owner and producer of DVC Conferences and Exhibitions, and producer of BCR seminars and conferences.

DVC '98 Fall Conference and Exhibition is the most comprehensive trade show focused on teleconferencing, enterprise video and multimedia communications. It is the primary resource for the latest technological breakthroughs, innovative applications and standards updates in a rapidly changing industry.

To obtain registration information, to find out about opportunities for exhibitors, call 1-800-227-1234 or 630-986-1432. For online registration information, visit the web site at http://www.bcr.com/confer/dvc98fall.

Editor's Note: For more information on the conference partnership between BCR Enterprises Inc. and the ITCA, or to speak with Henry Grove or Jerry Goldstone, please contact Matthew Farrell or Walter Sperr at 212/966-0024.

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