Turning Point Communications Announces Historic Strategic Association with ampm Convenience Stores

Released by:Adrienne S. Lamm/Turning Point Communications

Summary:
Turning Point Communications and ampm convenience stores have formed a historic strategic association!

For_Immediate_Release:
PLAYA DEL REY, CA - July 26, 2004 -- Turning Point Communications, the leading media company that informs, inspires, and influences African American small business owners, announced today that it has formed a historic strategic business association with ampm convenience stores.

This significant association will allow ampm convenience stores the ability to increase their number of franchise owners though Turning Point Communications’ African American small business dominance and market reach.

This association with ampm convenience stores underscores Turning Point Communications dedication to diversifying and expanding the franchise ownership abilities for African Americans. Turning Point Communications leading grasp with African American small businesses has allowed it to become one of the fastest growing authorities in the country.

"We are delighted to be working with ampm convenience stores," said Pat Means, President of Turning Point Communications. "We truly believe in the success of ampm to be able to present viable opportunities to African Americans in franchise ownership. Together, we will produce a results-oriented process that supports accomplishing that objective."

For more information regarding this opportunity, contact Turning Point Communications at (310) 821-6910 or by E-mail: ampm@turningpointmagazine.com.

About Turning Point Communications
Turning Point Communications is a dynamic, fast growing media communications company providing information and resources for African American small business owners seeking a "turning point" in their business growth and development. Through relationships with gatekeeper organizations within the African American community, Turning Point Communications has a unique entry to black business owners. Turning Point’s focal business units are Turning Point Magazine, turningpointmagazine.com, the annual African American Business Summit and the "Access to Success" Business Tour.

The company develops events and programs that support the company’s goal of informing, inspiring and influencing small business owners.

About ampm Convenience Stores
More than two decades ago, the first ampm franchise convenience store was opened. ampm convenience stores are located in five states across the Western U.S.: Arizona, California, Nevada, Oregon and Washington State.

With the combination of a thoroughly distinctive brand and a history of success and marketing support which emphasis is on consumable products, ampm is leading the way in the franchise industry. By continuing to combine top products with unique, in-demand offerings, ampm franchises stand out in the convenience-store industry.

Important Notice:
This information is not directed to anyone in the states of Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia and Wisconsin. This does not constitute an offer of an ampm franchise. Also, no ampm franchises will be offered or sold in any state other than California, Arizona, Nevada, Oregon and Washington until the offer has been registered, if required by applicable state law.

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For more details:

Adrienne S. Lamm Turning Point Communications (310) 821-6910 ext 107 ampm@turningpointmagazine.com