SRII Speaking Roses International Inc (GM)

Speaking Roses International Inc. (OTCBB: SRII), today announced the signing of an overseas area development agreement with Bangkok floral business Flower Story Ltd. "Expanding our floral embossing business overseas under our new retail development strategy is a major milestone for Speaking Roses," said John Winterholler, chief executive officer of Speaking Roses. "The personalization of gift giving with embossed flowers has near universal appeal and the concept is being received very well throughout the world. We are excited to have Flower Story as the international area developer in Thailand," added Winterholler. Flower Story Ltd. is the exclusive developer responsible for coordinating the retail franchise expansion throughout Bangkok. Initially Flower Story intends to convert an existing floral shop to a full service Speaking Roses franchise slated to open December 2005. A second store is planned for January 2006 and will function as the flagship operation for Speaking Roses of Bangkok located on Wireless Road. "I am very excited about this opportunity. Future plans call for additional shops in department stores and high traffic venues throughout Bangkok. Speaking Roses fits in perfectly with the popularity of personalizing gifts in the Thai culture," said Supin Suravichai, Flower Story owner. About Speaking Roses International Inc. Through its unique, patented embossing technology, Speaking Roses can emboss photos, logos, printed words or handwritten messages directly on flowers. Speaking Roses is developing stores in the United States and internationally through the sale of area development and licensing rights to open retail stores. Popular uses include personal gifts, corporate promotions, employee incentives, weddings, funerals, and special events. SRII has filed the patent in more than 100 countries worldwide with patents recently published in the European Union. Based in Utah, Speaking Roses has production facilities in Salt Lake City, Chicago, Miami, Bogota, and Aalsmeer. Speaking Roses products can be purchased directly online at www.speakingroses.com, or by calling 800-801-9855.