Business to Business Barter Economy Booming!

June 26, 2009 - PRLog -- Today's barter is not only about enjoying extra benefits such as vacationing and eating out, it is one of the few opportunities business owners have to maintain a lifestyle that many of us took for granted during the past economic boom. Where do business look for help in taking part of this booming economy?  Trade and Barter Exchanges.

VALUE CARD ALLIANCE OPENS A 3rd ARIZONA OFFICE
Due to he tremendous growth VCA is now opening a 3rd local office in the east valley of Phoenix.  In addition, VCA also anticipates opening their Dallas office in October of this year.   Value Card Alliance has increased their business by almost 80% since January in the Arizona market, considering they are by far largest commercial barter group in Arizona this is quite an achievement.   "We have had over 400 new businesses enroll since the beginning of this year, opened a new office in Arrowhead and we are now excited to be opening our third Arizona office July 15th in Tempe." Says Christie Acevedo, one of the two partners at Value Card Alliance.

Value Card Alliance would like to invite any business owners from a one person show to our largest Corporate Partners in Arizona to our Grand Opening festivities.  Join us for food, drinks, music, raffle prizes and a chance to meet many of our current business owners.   This is a perfect setting to really get a feel for what the "Barter Craze" is all about.  Speak directly to business owners that have been trading in this environment from 20 years to our newest members.  Take a look at our media partners and the over 150 local ways that a business can advertise 100% on trade.  The event takes place 430 W. 1st Street in Tempe from 5-8pm.   There is no enrollment fee at this event or annual fee with VCA so no financial risk to learn about barter on a grand scale!

About Value Card Alliance
Value Card Alliance, a commercial barter company that started in Tucson Arizona in 2004, by Brian Beal and his wife Randi.  VCA quickly grew into the Phoenix market and from there into California, Texas, Florida and Nevada.

With the recent addition of Christie Acevedo VCA has seen unheard of growth and increased their staff by over 300% this year alone.

Value Card Alliance has over 2200 direct members and with its IBA affiliation over 54,000 additional vendors to work with throughout the country.  In addition to operating the largest Commercial Barter Company in the Phoenix Metro area and an equally strong office in Tucson, VCA also operates the San Diego, Dallas, Las Vegas, Orange County and Sarasota areas.

There are two main categories that need to be considered when selecting an appropriate Commercial Barter Company.  As with most industries the right characteristics in a Barter Company can offer you many advantages. However you can also receive no increase or in some cases hurt your cash flow if not careful in your selection.  When choosing a barter company you need to ensure that you have a large variety of businesses to spend your barter dollar with.  If you have less than a 1,000 (either locally or Systemwide) you may find it difficult find what you need or want.  You will also need a local office and support in helping you spend your dollars.  Commercial Barter can offer vast options, but sometimes requires an experienced broker to help you take the most advantage when spending dollars.  

To find out more contact VCA by phone at 888-425-5022 or visit us on the web at www.valuecardalliance.com

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Value Card Alliance, a commercial barter company that started in Tucson Arizona in 2004, by Brian Beal and his wife Randi. VCA helps business turn excess time and inventory into the products and services they need. Focusing the business model around the idea of servicing the day to day needs of our clients, VCA quickly grew into the Phoenix market and from there into California, Texas, Florida and Nevada.