MACON, Ga., March 21 /PRNewswire/ -- Access Integrated Networks (AIN), a privately held integrated telecommunications provider of voice and data services in the nine southeastern states, today welcomed the appointment of Kevin Martin as Chairman of the FCC.

Vincent Oddo, AIN president and chief executive officer said, "Access congratulates Commissioner Martin on his appointment to Chairman of the FCC. We are especially excited about Chairman Martin's appointment because in the past he has proven to be an advocate of local competition, and is recognized for his past support of both consumers and smaller telephone companies. In the ever-evolving world of telecommunications, Commissioner Martin maintains a sharp sense of the power of competition balanced with a strong position as a proponent for investment in new and innovative network technologies."

"We look forward to working with Chairman Martin on preserving competition of local telecommunications and increasing the availability of new broadband technologies to consumers and businesses. AIN welcomes Mr. Martin's leadership," Oddo added.

About Access Integrated Networks

Access Integrated Networks provides a telecommunications alternative to small business customers in more than 1,000 communities in the Southeast. Established in 1996, Access Integrated is a profitable, privately held Competitive Local Exchange Carrier (CLEC) headquartered in Macon. INC Magazine has recognized Access Integrated as a leading growth private company for 2004, achieving a ranking of #335. For more information please visit http://www.accesscomm.com/ .

CONTACT: David James, V.P, Marketing & Product Development of Access
Integrated Networks, Inc., +1-478-476-7948, or david.james@accesscomm.com

Web site: http://www.accesscomm.com/