Magnetic Named Semi-finalist for 2006 Small Business of the Year Awards by the Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce

(Tampa, FL – July 7, 2006) – Magnetic, a Tampa Web Development company, was named a semi-finalist (5-20 Employees Category) for the Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce’s 26th annual Small Business of the Year Award. Magnetic has reached the semi-finals for four successive years and last year advanced to become one of five finalists for the 2005 award.

“We are honored to be selected as a semi-finalist again this year,” said Ken Bakunas, CEO of Magnetic. “This continued recognition strengthens our efforts to raise the business standards within our industry.”

After more than nine years of continued growth and success, Magnetic expanded its operations in 2005, purchasing its own 6,480-square-foot office building. Magnetic offers clients a one-stop solution for attaining their business goals via the Internet. Combining both business and technical expertise along with Web design, e-commerce solutions, and search engine marketing campaigns, Magnetic helps its clients achieve a substantial return on their technology investment.

“Magnetic has enjoyed record growth, especially over the past year,” said Jennifer Bakunas, President of Magnetic. “We are committed to making a long-term investment in the business community and to supporting the growth and economic development of Tampa.”

Since 1981, the Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce recognizes Hillsborough County’s superior small businesses and their leaders through this prestigious award. The Chamber will announce the winner on September 22, 2006 at their Small Business Awards dinner.



About Magnetic

Magnetic is a full-service Web development company located in Tampa, Florida. They provide a variety of services including strategic consulting, Web design, e-commerce, database integration, content management, systems integration, Web marketing, and Web hosting. Founded in 1997, Magnetic offers both business and technical expertise to help medium- to large-size businesses achieve greater profitability and sales through the Internet. Current clients include The Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce, Columbia Restaurant, and Student Resources (the largest provider of student insurance in the US).
For more information, please visit www.magnetic.com.