Turning PointMagazine Receives BPA Worldwide Accreditation

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(Free-Press-Release.com) February 16, 2005 -- Adrienne S. Lamm
Marketing and Public Relations
Turning Point Magazine
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Turning Point Magazine Receives
BPA Worldwide Accreditation

Turning Point Magazine, the most widely read small business magazine for African American and minorities in the United States, announces that it has earned magazine accreditation from BPA Worldwide, the global industry resource for verified audience data and media knowledge.

�We are very proud of this accomplishment,� said Pat Means, Publisher of Turning Point Magazine. �Our ability to meet BPA�s high standards shows that our magazine has always delivered quality information, inspiration and influence within the African American small business community. Turning Point Magazine gladly accepts the results of the audit and will display BPA�s industry-recognized accreditation with pride.�

BPA Worldwide is the global industry resource for verified audience data and media knowledge gaining a worldwide reputation for accuracy and integrity. In more than 20 countries, BPA delivers business media audits of unsurpassed rigor, objectivity, transparency and timeliness - audits that provide solid assurance for both media owners and media buyers. Their stringent auditing procedures are monitored by an internal auditing division to ensure that they are employed consistently and fairly on each and every audit, across all types of media properties.

Turning Point Magazine, now in its 13 year, has featured cutting edge small business stories shown and told from an entrepreneurial perspective. Starting as a Los Angeles based publication and expanding nationally, Turning Point Magazine has provided a direct diversity vehicle for corporate America to reach the multi billion-dollar black small business market.

For information regarding sales and advertising in Turning Point Magazine - contact: Carl Means, VP of Business Development at (310) 754-9220.

ABOUT TURNING POINT MAGAZINE

Turning Point Magazine fuels the passion, drive and commitment of African American entrepreneurs. Through its pages, Turning Point informs, inspires and influences this vital segment of the American economy by providing real solutions for owners of growing companies.
Turning Point Magazine hosts and sponsors several events throughout the year. Upcoming 2005 events include: The 12 Annual California Living History Makers Reception, February 24, 2005; The 8th Annual African American Business Summit 2005, June 23 - 26 in Palm Springs, California and The Access to Success Business Tour.

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