John Bailey & Associates Inc., Public Relations Celebrates Its Fifth Anniversary

    TROY, Mich., March 29 Today marks the fifth anniversary of
John Bailey & Associates (JB&A) Inc., Public Relations, one of metropolitan
Detroit's fastest growing communications companies.
    The company was founded by John Bailey of Bloomfield Hills, a Detroit-
based public relations veteran of more than 30 years.  In half a decade, John
Bailey & Associates has grown to nearly thirty employees, representing more
than 40 clients in a variety of business segments.  JB&A represents the
interests of companies in the automotive, telecommunications, retail,
technology, healthcare and professional services industries.
    "The growth of our agency has been truly astounding," Bailey said.  "We
have been aided, somewhat, by a surging economy, but it's our reputation that
has led a lot of great clients to our doors.
    "However, I can't take sole credit for this success," he added.  "I happen
to work with some of the most talented, experienced and dedicated
practitioners in our field.  The success we've achieved is due to our staff.
It's their professionalism and team approach that has put us on the 'p.r. map'
locally, regionally and nationally."
    Last year, Crain's Detroit Business ranked JB&A the seventh largest public
relations agency in Detroit, based on net income for 1999.  In 2000, JB&A's
billings increased 66.3 percent, likely propelling the agency into a top-five
ranking when Crain's releases its next Book of Lists.  Just last week,
O'Dwyer's Newsletter, a publication that covers the public relations industry,
ranked JB&A among the top 100 firms nationwide, according to net income.
    Over the short history of the company, JB&A has had to relocate three
times due to space constraints.  Today, the agency occupies 8,215 square feet
in the Top of Troy building, including the recent acquisition of 1,340 square
feet on the same floor.
    "Despite somewhat sluggish economic conditions, we are doing very well,"
Bailey said.  "We are confident the economy will rebound and we're putting
ourselves in position to represent any company or organization who is looking
for a full-service, regional agency."
    John Bailey & Associates Inc., Public Relations is a Michigan-based public
relations agency that supports a diverse mix of local, national and
international companies in the automotive, telecommunications, retail,
technology, health care and professional service industries.  JB&A provides a
variety of services including strategic planning, media relations, media
interview training, crisis communications, reputation management and event
planning.  For more information, visit http://www.baileypr.com .