American Investigative Services Opens for Business; Willis to Lead Newly Formed Comprehensive Investigative Services Company

Greenville, SC - - February 15, 2005 - - American Investigative Services (AIS) today announced the launch of their newly formed company. AIS offers comprehensive investigative and related specialized services that address and resolve the critical issues of law firms, insurance companies, corporations and the general public. Services include but are not limited to fraud investigations, corporate security, accident reconstructions, narcotics cases, workers compensation fraud, risk liability, safety inspections, intelligence gathering, process serving, background checks, and specialized testing. AIS utilizes the most advanced equipment available and leverages the latest technologies for accurate and timely data gathering and reporting.

A company leadership team has been established collectively comprising more than a century of experience in law enforcement, federal security, and investigative services. Former law enforcement sergeant, Scott Willis, has been tapped as president of AIS. Willis spent more than fourteen years with the Greenville City Police Department and was named Officer of the Year by the International Rotary Club in 2001. His experience has included responsibilities for investigations, vice and narcotics, homicide, patrol services, crisis negotiation, community response, liability prevention programs, and property assessments. For AIS, Willis is leading the strategic direction of the company and provides operational oversight for all departments.

"The selection of Scott Willis to lead AIS as President of the company was a logical choice given his experience, talents and leadership strengths," states Paul Nipper on behalf of the AIS board of advisors. "Scott has a proven track record in a progressive career that naturally complements the AIS business structure. We're pleased to have a leader of his caliber at the helm of the new AIS company."

"From our backgrounds in law enforcement, security and investigations, we saw a distinct void in the market for in-depth, encompassing investigative services," states Scott Willis, President. "The creation of AIS now provides the market with client-focused services and complete solutions that meet and resolve customer needs."

About American Investigative Services
Founded on the principal of delivering accurate, timely and confidential solutions, American Investigative Services offers comprehensive investigative and related specialized services that answer the needs of law firms, insurance companies, corporations and the general public. AIS executes every client project with the highest ethical standards with an approach that is certain and decisive. Reliability, dependability and consistency are the pillars of our company foundation and client relationships are at the heart of our business. For more information on American Investigative Services, call 864.679.2580 or email info@aiscorporation.com.

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