Released on: August 25, 2008, 10:06 am

Press Release Author: Matt Cowall / Appia Communications

Industry: Telecommunications

Press Release Summary: Appia Communications has been named one of America's
fastest-growing companies for the second straight year. The managed services veteran
ranks in Inc. magazine's Telecom Top 100.


Press Release Body: TRAVERSE CITY, MI - August 25, 2008 - Appia Communications, a
leading provider of managed IT and telecommunications services to small and midsize
companies and organizations, has been named to Inc.'s list of the nation's
fastest-growing private companies for the second straight year.

"For more than 27 years, the Inc. 5000 has served as a benchmark for the most
innovative, dynamic and successful companies in the nation," said John Koten, CEO
and editor in chief of Inc., in a letter to Appia President Victor von Schlegell.
"As (a two-time) honoree, Appia Communications is now a member of the most
influential business club in America."

The list measures revenue growth from 2004 through 2007. Appia's revenues nearly
tripled. Appia earned a ranking of 2248 overall and 71 in the Telecommunications Top
100. Appia is one of only 62 companies on the Inc. 5000 not based in a metropolitan
area.

"Our management and staff are very proud to be recognized in this way," said Appia's
von Schlegell. "It's not easy to repeat this kind of success, so it's a testament to
the dedication shown by everyone at Appia."

To qualify, companies must be based in the U.S., privately held, and independent.
For more information, visit www.inc.com.

For more information about Appia Communications, please visit www.appiaservices.com
or call 877-277-4297.

About Appia Communications

Appia Communications is a leading provider of managed IT and telecommunications
services. Its mission is to enable small and midsize companies and organizations to
realize the benefits of Internet Protocol (IP) technology. Appia's managed solutions
help customers reduce costs, enhance employee productivity, improve customer care,
and compete more effectively against much larger enterprises.

Headquartered in Traverse City, Michigan, Appia has operations in New York, Chicago,
Los Angeles, Detroit, Indianapolis, St. Louis, Boston, and other markets in North
America and Europe. For more information, please visit www.appiaservices.com or call
877-277-4297. Appia is a Cisco Powered Network and holds advanced Cisco
communications certifications.

Media Contact

Matt Cowall
Marketing Communications Manager
231.929.0970 (v)
matt@appiaservices.com


Web Site: http://www.appiaservices.com

Contact Details: Matt Cowall
Marketing Communications Manager
Appia Communications
1030 Hastings St., Suite 100
Traverse City, MI 49686
231-929-0970
matt@appiaservices.com