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CITY OF INDUSTRY, Calif., Nov. 14 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- American Telecom Services Inc. (AMEX:TES), a provider of converged communications solutions today announced that Edward R. James, a veteran financial executive experienced in organizations with a retail focus, will join American Telecom Services as the Company's Chief Financial Officer, effective November 13, 2006. Mr. James joins American Telecom Services from Carter's, Inc., an Atlanta- based branded marketer of baby and young children's apparel with $1.2 billion in revenue for 2005. At Carter's, he served as Director of Finance, with responsibilities for the wholesale and mass distribution channels, with combined sales of over $700 million annually. He was also involved in budget development, planning, reporting, accounting management, sales administration management and financial support for the executive staff, Board of Directors, and various corporate leadership committees. He was directly involved in compliance, including internal audit committee duties, a member of the disclosure committee, and Sarbanes-Oxley implementation, as well as various SEC filing duties. From 1992-2001, Mr. James was with UPS, the nation's largest transportation and logistics corporation, where he served in several positions in increasing responsibility and authority, culminating as Corporate Strategic Marketing - Finance Project Manager. Mr. James has an MBA from Cumberland University and Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Mississippi College. Bruce Hahn, American Telecom Services' Chief Executive Officer, commented, "We are pleased that Edward has agreed to join our team, and believe he will help to significantly expand our management depth. His substantial experience will enable Bruce Layman, our Chief Operating Officer, to concentrate his attention on managing our operational efficiency and supporting our procurement and controls for all distribution functions. Edward has significant experience in working with major retailers and proven expertise in SEC reporting, financial disclosure, and compliance for public companies. These skills will prove invaluable as we continue to execute on our business plan and achieve our growth objectives." Mr. James commented, "American Telecom Services stands at the forefront of the convergence of telecommunications technologies, with innovative, consumer- friendly products in the pre-paid long distance and Internet telephony segments and an impressive, broad-based retail distribution channel. I am excited to be part of this organization and look forward to contributing my experience and energy to help accelerate the Company's evolution into a telecommunications industry leader." About American Telecom Services American Telecom Services, a leading provider of traditional and internet phones bundled with service offerings, currently offers Digital Clear Internet phone bundles powered by SunRocket (voice-over-Internet-Protocol or "VoIP") and Pay N' Talk prepaid residential long distance communications services powered by IDT. These services are bundled with ATS' diverse line of custom- designed digital cordless multi-handset phones. ATS sells its phone/service bundles through major retailers under the "American Telecom", "ATS", "Pay N' Talk", and "Digital Clear" brand names. Safe Harbor Statement Any statements in this press release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. 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Statements included in this press release are based upon information known to the Company as of the date of this press release, and the Company assumes no obligation to (and expressly disclaims any such obligation to) publicly update or alter its forward-looking statements made in this press release, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as otherwise required by applicable federal securities laws. Contact: Bruce Hahn, CEO (310) 871-9904 (404) 261-7466 Investor Contact: Brett Maas, Principal Hayden Communications (646) 536-7331 DATASOURCE: American Telecom Services Inc. CONTACT: Bruce Hahn, CEO of American Telecom Services Inc., +1-310-871-9904, or +1-404-261-7466, ; or Investors, Brett Maas, Principal, of Hayden Communications, +1-646-536-7331, , for American Telecom Services Inc.

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