News | September 16, 2005

TalkSwitch Launches New Channel Partner Program To Its Network Of More Than 1,000 North American Reseller Partners

TalkSwitch, a company specializing in the design and manufacture of innovative PSTN and VoIP telephone systems for small and multi-location businesses, today announced the launch of a new channel partner program designed to increase revenue and profit for its network of over 1000 resellers.

The TalkSwitch &You partner program offers three levels of certification including Authorized, Gold and Platinum, and combines rewards and increased margin opportunities for all partners. Designed specifically for VARs who sell into the dynamic small business marketplace, revenue boosting program components like Vertical Reality, Zero to Fifty, Multi-Site Madness and Margin Muscle, deliver flexibility, choice and financial rewards. Partners can even customize an incentive program to maximize their sales and meet customer needs.

Certified partners receive enhanced sales and marketing support with a dedicated Account Management team delivering the goods and services required to make selling TalkSwitch products easy and profitable. Premium technical support, lead referral, a secure reseller Web site, TalkSwitch @Work technical webinars, TalkSwitch-On-Tour sales seminars, success stories, competitive advantage information, the creation of custom marketing material and a partner news release program are just a few of the benefits available for partner use.

"Our channel partners have rewarded us with loyalty, support and revenue growth over many years," said Tim Welch, Vice President Sales, TalkSwitch. "With the TalkSwitch &You incentives and dedicated sales and marketing resources, we're set to further build and strengthen our valued relationships delivering tangible benefits to those who sell TalkSwitch products."

"This has been a phenomenal year of milestones and success for TalkSwitch," said Jan Scheeren, President & CEO, TalkSwitch. "The small business market for phone systems is strong and VoIP is opening new doors for all of us. TalkSwitch systems are designed and developed specifically for this segment. With Tim's team and this new program, we look forward to a great fall season."

About TalkSwitch
TalkSwitch is dedicated to providing small and multi-location businesses with innovative telecommunications solutions. Since 1990, TalkSwitch has delivered rich features, high functionality and unbeatable value. Ideal for businesses with up to 32 telephone users per office, TalkSwitch systems provide users with options to connect to both the traditional telephone network (PSTN) and Voice over IP (VoIP) networks. TalkSwitch was named to the prestigious 2005 Pulver 100 list. TalkSwitch is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada. For more information call (888) 332-9322 or visit our Web site at www.talkswitch.com.