Apolinario Earns Prestigious CEPA Certification

COLUMBUS, OH, May 21, 2008 –Sunbelt® of Columbus #2, the place to go to buy or sell a business®, is pleased to announce that Emmet Apolinario has earned the Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA) designation from the Exit Planning Institute.

“The Exit Planning Institute has awarded less than 100 CEPA designations worldwide,” stated Emmet Apolinario. “It is an honor to join such an exclusive group.”

Mr. Apolinario is honored with the CEPA designation after the completion of an intensive four day program, which includes 100 hours of pre-course study, 36 hours of classroom instruction and the successful completion of a six hour proctored examination.

“The CEPA program is designed specifically for those who work closely with owners of privately-held businesses,” added Apolinario. “As a Sunbelt business broker, this will greatly enhance the services I provide my clients.”

About The Exit Planning Institute
The Exit Planning Institute is the premier provider of learning, knowledge, and future-oriented research for exit planning professionals. The Institute delivers innovative learning experiences, performance-enhancing resources, and strategic tools designed to advance the exit planning profession.

The Institute is made up of business brokers, accountants, attorneys, financial advisors, investment bankers, valuation advisors, commercial lenders, insurance advisors, and management consultants in the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom. The common thread that unites these different professionals is their commitment to helping clients exit their companies successfully. More information about the Institute can be found at www.exit-planning-institute.org.

About Sunbelt
Sunbelt was founded in 1978 in Charleston, South Carolina and began franchising in 1993. The company specializes in helping individuals and companies buy and sell businesses in all four areas of the private business market: Main Street, Franchise Sales, Franchise Resales and Middle Market. There are approximately 325 offices on five continents. To learn more, please visit www.sunbeltnetwork.com.