SPEAKEASY APPOINTS REGIONAL SALES DIRECTOR

SEATTLE—November 30, 2005—Speakeasy (www.speakeasy.net), the nation's largest independent broadband provider, today announced the appointment of Ron Evans as the company's Northwest Regional Sales Manager. Evans will primarily focus on growing Speakeasy's customer base in Washington and Oregon, and developing opportunities for technology channel partners.

Evans was most recently co-owner of Blue Shift Technology Solutions, a voice and data consulting firm in Seattle and Dallas. Prior to this, he held sales management positions with ICG Communications and XO Communications, and also managed major accounts for Sprint. Evans was director of sales for Global Crossing and initially, was the company's business development manager and general manager for its Dallas offices. He began his career with Mid-Com Communications as well as TCG/AT&T Local Services.

About Speakeasy
Speakeasy, the nation's largest independent broadband services company, is focused on meeting the needs of discerning businesses, professionals and those who depend on the Internet for higher productivity in life. Speakeasy manages its own private fiber-optic national network, ensuring fast connections, low latency, and an unparalleled degree of security protection from the public Internet. Speakeasy offers a full range of innovative services, including OneLink dedicated DSL, VoIP, online gaming services, and multiple business-grade connectivity options. Customers rave about the personalized and highly competent support they receive from Speakeasy's Seattle-based customer service team. Speakeasy's broadband services are available in most metropolitan areas within the 48 contiguous United States. Those interested in Speakeasy can visit www.speakeasy.net or call 800.556.5829.

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