Latitude Optimizes ZANA Network Portal

Small and Medium-sized Businesses Benefit from Next Generation Business Portal

SALINE, MICH. – April 21, 2008 - Latitude www.latitudecg.com) announced major enhancements to the ZANA Network business portal, an online marketplace and business development resource serving small and medium businesses (SMBs) worldwide.

The new portal expands business options for its clients and introduces several new features, including a search tool to help identify ideal business partners, a business rating system, trusted member certification, government contracting tools, member connections and partnerships and administrative functions that simplify business processes for SMEs.

“This portal enables our clients to be more efficient dealing with everyday business processes, allowing them more time to focus on their core competencies and building their businesses,” said ZANA Network Chief Executive Officer Howard Keating. “ZANA Network provides members the tools necessary to make conducting business easier and helping to achieve the ultimate goal of increasing sales and achieving higher profit margins.”

ZANA recognized that the issue of trust and validation is a critical consideration for business. The ZANA member rating system allows members of the network to rate one another based on services performed, providing a reliable resource for buyers and sellers seeking strong references and recommendations before doing business.

“ZANA is an industry leader in leveraging the sense of community for small and medium sized businesses,” stated Latitude President Jeff Walter. “They aspire to help identify the businesses which are the best potential partners, saving time and avoiding less than optimum relationships. Our tools help make that sophisticated transaction simple and effective for the user.”