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Speakeasy Expands with New Cupertino, CA Office

Cupertino, CA—March 14, 2006—Responding to rapid customer growth in the Silicon Valley region, Speakeasy has opened a market office in Cupertino, CA. One of the nation's largest independent broadband providers, Seattle-based Speakeasy has seen its connectivity and Business VoIP (Voice-over IP) services expand so quickly in San Francisco, San Jose and the surrounding areas that it is now the company's top market.

The new Speakeasy office will be managed by Trace Williams, who joined the company earlier this year. She brings broad technology sector experience including senior sales roles with XO Communications, PacWest, Pacific Bell and most recently, as director of sales for WilTel Communications. Western Region division. Williams will focus on further developing Speakeasy's voice and data business throughout California.

"While California has always been a key focus for Speakeasy, we are committing even more resources to grow our business there. Speakeasy broadband and voice service has been available nationwide for years, but the opening of our new Silicon Valley office and the addition of Trace Williams plus a large direct sales team are significant milestones in relation to Speakeasy's strong customer growth in a highly competitive market," said Speakeasy President and CEO, Bruce Chatterley.

Speakeasy — Cupertino Office
10050 N. Wolfe Road, Suite 280
Cupertino, CA 95014
Phone: 408-512-2080

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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