Church & Crawford Inc

WEST PALM BEACH, FL, Jul 18, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX) — Mannea, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Church & Crawford (PINKSHEETS: CCWD), announced today that it has filed patent applications with the U.S. Patent and Trademark office for its innovative technology designed to significantly enhance virtual world experiences. Patent applications are for the Company’s proprietary technologies based on both Second Life applications and other virtual world experiences.
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Church & Crawford President and CEO Jeff Reidy said, “These important technology patent applications represent crucial background support and protection for both our Company and our technology as we move toward full commercialization of our latest technology innovations.”

Mannea’s new technology allows any person or company that wants to tie their web-based URL to a location in virtual worlds to do so. Companies that have spent millions on their marketing will not have to spend millions more to make the public aware of their new virtual locations, ensuring their existing brands will continue to be important and recognizable in virtual world communities.

About Church & Crawford

Church & Crawford, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: CCWD) operates through its wholly owned subsidiary Mannea, LLC (www.mannea.com), an online media and advertising company that integrates real life products and services with the particular culture and community of Internet-based virtual worlds. Its primary target operating market is Second Life, an active, online virtual community and marketplace developed by Linden Labs, with more than 5.6 million active residents.

In conjunction with Mannea, Church & Crawford is implementing an aggressive roll-up strategy to pursue unique opportunities that include both Internet- and brick and mortar-based acquisition candidates with extraordinary potential for long-term growth under its public umbrella.

SAFE HARBOR ACT: This press release contains statements which may constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Prospective investors are cautioned that any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties, and that actual results may differ materially from those contemplated by such forward-looking statements. Important factors, currently known to management that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in forward-looking statements include fluctuation of operating results, the ability to compete successfully and the ability to complete before-mentioned transactions. The company undertakes no obligation to update or revise forward-looking statements to reflect changed assumptions, the occurrence of unanticipated events or changes to future operating results.

WEST PALM BEACH, FL, Jul 12, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX) — Mannea, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Church & Crawford (PINKSHEETS: CCWD), announced today that President and CEO Jeff Reidy has been featured in an all new interview with www.wallst.net.

Topics covered in the interview include an overview of the Company and its growth strategy, recent press releases, market opportunity, and upcoming milestones.
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Interested parties may listen to the interview in its entirety at: www.wallst.net, and click on “Interviews.” The interview can be accessed either by locating the Company’s ticker symbol (CCWD) under the appropriate exchange on the left-hand column of the “Interviews” section of the site, or by entering the Company’s ticker symbol (CCWD) in the Search Archive window.

About WallSt.net

WallSt.net (www.wallst.net) is a leading provider of timely business news, executive interviews, multimedia content, and research tools. WallSt.net parent company, Financial Media Group, Inc., also owns http://www.mywallst.net, a financial social network for investors, and Financial Filings Corp. (www.financialfilings.com), a provider of media and compliance solutions to publicly traded companies.

About Church & Crawford

Church & Crawford, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: CCWD) operates through its wholly owned subsidiary Mannea, LLC (www.mannea.com), an online media and advertising company that integrates real life products and services with the particular culture and community of Internet-based virtual worlds. Its primary target operating market is Second Life, an active, online virtual community and marketplace developed by Linden Lab, with more than 5.6 million active residents.

In conjunction with Mannea, Church & Crawford is implementing an aggressive roll-up strategy to pursue unique opportunities that include both Internet- and brick and mortar-based acquisition candidates with extraordinary potential for long-term growth under its public umbrella.

SAFE HARBOR ACT: This press release contains statements which may constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Prospective investors are cautioned that any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties, and that actual results may differ materially from those contemplated by such forward-looking statements. Important factors, currently known to management that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in forward-looking statements include fluctuation of operating results, the ability to compete successfully and the ability to complete before-mentioned transactions. The company undertakes no obligation to update or revise forward-looking statements to reflect changed assumptions, the occurrence of unanticipated events or changes to future operating results.

WEST PALM BEACH, FL, Jul 02, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX) — Mannea, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Church & Crawford (PINKSHEETS: CCWD), announced today that it has developed and will soon deploy unique technology that will allow users in virtual worlds to find locations as easy as using a traditional 2D website; using existing web URLs.
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Mannea founder Charles Lawrence said, “As virtual worlds continue to grow over the next few years, hundreds of millions of people who have grown up on the Web will be using virtual worlds — new 3D social network platforms — for the first time. But over a billion users around the world already experience the traditional web as places and destinations defined by URLs, such as http://www.mannea.com.”

Lawrence continued, “As the spread of virtual worlds expands in the coming years, with more people migrating to the emerging 3D web for everyday use, it will be vital that businesses migrate as well. Companies have already invested millions of dollars in advertising and marketing on 2D websites since the Internet first exploded in the mid-1990s. For many businesses, their customers now interact with them in large part, or exclusively, through their web presences. At Mannea, we will continue to offer products that refine the 3D web, or virtual world, experiences in the same way.”

According to the Company, current virtual world users are unable to easily find preferred locations unless the site appears in the built-in search function, or unless the user has created a “landmark” for the site; a virtual card that contains in-world location information. With Mannea’s new technology, any user who knows a particular website name can easily find that name in Second Life, simply by typing in the URL.

Lawrence continued. “We believe that this new technology will be an important bridge in helping transition people from traditional 2D web experiences to the much more immersive and versatile 3D environments, by letting them continue to find their familiar businesses and favorite destinations just as they always have, by the website name.”

Mannea’s new system allows any person or company that wants to tie their web-based URL to a location in virtual worlds to do so. Companies that have spent millions on their marketing will not have to spend millions more to make the public aware of their new virtual locations, ensuring their existing brands will continue to be important and recognizable in virtual world communities.

About Church & Crawford

Church & Crawford, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: CCWD) operates through its wholly owned subsidiary Mannea, LLC (http://www.mannea.com/), an online media and advertising company that integrates real life products and services with the particular culture and community of Internet-based virtual worlds. Its primary target operating market is Second Life, an active, online virtual community and marketplace developed by Linden Labs, with more than 5.6 million active residents.

In conjunction with Mannea, Church & Crawford is implementing an aggressive roll-up strategy to pursue unique opportunities that include both Internet- and brick and mortar-based acquisition candidates with extraordinary potential for long-term growth under its public umbrella.

SAFE HARBOR ACT: This press release contains statements which may constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Prospective investors are cautioned that any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties, and that actual results may differ materially from those contemplated by such forward-looking statements. Important factors, currently known to management that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in forward-looking statements include fluctuation of operating results, the ability to compete successfully and the ability to complete before-mentioned transactions. The company undertakes no obligation to update or revise forward-looking statements to reflect changed assumptions, the occurrence of unanticipated events or changes to future operating results.

WEST PALM BEACH, FL, Jun 28, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX) — Church & Crawford (PINKSHEETS: CCWD), operating through its wholly owned subsidiary Mannea LLC, an online media and advertising company that integrates real life products and services with the particular culture and community of Internet-based virtual worlds, announced today that its President, Jeff Reidy, will be featured in an exclusive live interview to be broadcast on Market News First (www.mn1.com) on Thursday, June 28, 2007, at 12:30 p.m. ET.

During the interview, Church & Crawford president Jeff Reidy will discuss the company’s business plan and growth strategy as well as current projects and the latest developments at the Company.

Church & Crawford president Jeff Reidy said, “As we continue to move forward with implementing our business plan in virtual world marketplaces, we are excited to address MN1’s active audience with the latest developments at both Church & Crawford and Mannea.”

About MN1.com

Market News First (MN1) is an online, market news provider that brings investors current news on the market. Market News First is the only online, live IPTV web site that brings real market news to investors and features live interaction with companies from the Bulletin Board to NYSE. Through daily, live interviews, MN1 brings you up to date on all the established companies and informs investors of the newest opportunities within the market. Market News First offers one-on-one interviews with the presidents and CFOs of companies to deliver answers to the questions that investors may ask and provides them insight into the companies’ present condition and future plans. Stay up to date with MN1 NewsWire “News You Can Trust” at http://www.mn1.com.

About Church & Crawford

Church & Crawford, Inc. (www.churchandcrawford.com) operates through its wholly owned subsidiary Mannea, LLC, an online media and advertising company that integrates real life products and services with the particular culture and community of Internet-based virtual worlds. Its primary target operating market is Second Life, an active, online virtual community and marketplace developed by Linden Labs, with more than 5.6 million active residents.

In conjunction with Mannea, Church & Crawford is implementing an aggressive roll-up strategy to pursue unique opportunities that include both Internet- and brick and mortar-based acquisition candidates with extraordinary potential for long-term growth under its public umbrella.

SAFE HARBOR ACT: This press release contains statements which may constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Prospective investors are cautioned that any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties, and that actual results may differ materially from those contemplated by such forward-looking statements. Important factors, currently known to management that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in forward-looking statements include fluctuation of operating results, the ability to compete successfully and the ability to complete before-mentioned transactions. The company undertakes no obligation to update or revise forward-looking statements to reflect changed assumptions, the occurrence of unanticipated events or changes to future operating results.

Secures Comprehensive Advertising and Media Campaign

WEST PALM BEACH, FL, Jun 26, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX) — Church & Crawford (PINKSHEETS: CCWD), operating through its wholly owned subsidiary Mannea LLC, an online media and advertising company that integrates real life products and services with the particular culture and community of Internet-based virtual worlds, announced today that it has signed a letter of intent agreement with Media 4 Equity (M4E), LLC as part of a comprehensive advertising and media campaign.
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M4E produces and distributes nationally syndicated print and broadcast features for it clients operating in a number of industries. Media4Equity’s experienced personnel have written and designed campaigns for over 3,000+ clients, including Fortune 500 clients, government agencies, non-profit organizations and more.

Mannea President Jeff Reidy said, “As part of our continual campaign to secure efficient and effective advertising outlets, our partnership with M4E allows us to gain immediate exposure and we believe that this agreement will help us gain additional media and advertising attention over the short- and long-term.”

About Church & Crawford

Church & Crawford, Inc. (www.churchandcrawford.com) operates through its wholly owned subsidiary Mannea, LLC, an online media and advertising company that integrates real life products and services with the particular culture and community of Internet-based virtual worlds. Its primary target operating market is Second Life, an active, online virtual community and marketplace developed by Linden Labs, with more than 5.6 million active residents.

In conjunction with Mannea, Church & Crawford is implementing an aggressive roll-up strategy to pursue unique opportunities that include both Internet- and brick and mortar-based acquisition candidates with extraordinary potential for long-term growth under its public umbrella.

SAFE HARBOR ACT: This press release contains statements which may constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Prospective investors are cautioned that any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties, and that actual results may differ materially from those contemplated by such forward-looking statements. Important factors, currently known to management that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in forward-looking statements include fluctuation of operating results, the ability to compete successfully and the ability to complete before-mentioned transactions. The company undertakes no obligation to update or revise forward-looking statements to reflect changed assumptions, the occurrence of unanticipated events or changes to future operating results.

WEST PALM BEACH, FL, May 22, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX) — Church & Crawford (PINKSHEETS: CCWD), operating through its wholly owned subsidiary Mannea LLC, an online media and advertising company that integrates real life products and services with the particular culture and community of Internet-based virtual worlds, defined today its comprehensive operations strategy for recent and impending developments at the Company.
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Church & Crawford President Jeff Reidy said, “As we begin to implement the initial phases of operations, developments at Mannea and Church & Crawford have been rapid, but we recognize that we operate in a new frontier and our offerings may not be easily accessible. As we continue to grow our core business, management is committed to maintaining clear and consistent communications channels with investors as well as our target audience.”

Church & Crawford’s wholly owned subsidiary Mannea LLC operates inside virtual world communities, including the popular, growing Second Life(R) community, which now boasts more than six million community members and operates its own monetary exchange. As long-time residents of Second Life and as active participants, Mannea seeks to capitalize on the power of virtual worlds. Mannea’s unique expertise within Second Life allows it to provide unique, integrated marketing and advertising experiences for ‘real life’ and online businesses and their target consumers.

Recognizing the growing opportunities created within Second Life, Mannea is also pursuing a number of proprietary technological offerings to substantially enhance the Second Life experience for community members and business partners, details of which will be forthcoming.

Mannea recently announced that it has signed a letter of intent to provide video/machinima services for Muse Isle, an established, popular Second Life(R)-based island designed to bring artists and audiences together in large numbers.

Additionally, the Company recently retained respected business expert Aaron Moss as its COO to lead the Company through the next stage of operations and organizational development. Moss has already begun to implement a comprehensive sales and marketing campaign that includes targeted online, print and email advertising to drive revenue growth in the immediate future, while structuring internal operations to benefit long-term directives.

About Second Life(R)

Second Life is a 3D online world with a rapidly growing population from more than 100 countries around the globe, in which the Residents themselves create and build the world which includes homes, vehicles, nightclubs, stores, landscapes, clothing, and games.

Note to editors: Second Life(R) and Linden Lab(R) are registered trademarks of Linden Research, Inc. No partnership between Church & Crawford and Linden Lab or Second Life is expressed or implied.

About Church & Crawford

Church & Crawford, Inc. (www.churchandcrawford.com) operates through its wholly owned subsidiary Mannea, LLC, an online media and advertising company that integrates real life products and services with the particular culture and community of Internet-based virtual worlds. Its primary target operating market is Second Life, an active, online virtual community and marketplace developed by Linden Labs, with more than 5.6 million active residents.

In conjunction with Mannea, Church & Crawford is implementing an aggressive roll-up strategy to pursue unique opportunities that include both Internet- and brick and mortar-based acquisition candidates with extraordinary potential for long-term growth under its public umbrella.

SAFE HARBOR ACT: This press release contains statements which may constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Prospective investors are cautioned that any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties, and that actual results may differ materially from those contemplated by such forward-looking statements. Important factors, currently known to management that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in forward-looking statements include fluctuation of operating results, the ability to compete successfully and the ability to complete before-mentioned transactions. The company undertakes no obligation to update or revise forward-looking statements to reflect changed assumptions, the occurrence of unanticipated events or changes to future operating results.

WEST PALM BEACH, FL, May 21, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX) — Church & Crawford (PINKSHEETS: CCWD), operating through its wholly owned subsidiary Mannea LLC, announced today that it has signed a letter of intent to provide video/machinima services for Muse Isle, a Second Life(R)-based island designed to bring artists and audiences together effectively in large numbers.
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As part of the letter of intent signed by both parties, Church & Crawford will provide video/machinima production (film making in virtual environments) for a period of six months with an exclusive agreement between Church & Crawford and Muse Isle.

Church & Crawford President Jeff Reidy said, “We are pleased to begin providing services for such a well-respected and high traffic region of the Second Life virtual world community. As we continue to develop our proprietary technologies, we look forward to pursuing additional revenue streams as a result of our established relationships in one of the most popular and fastest-growing virtual world communities.”

About Muse Isle

Muse Isle is a historic live music and visual art island in Second life that showcases the talents of many gifted people from all over the world. The focus is primarily on the presentation and promotion of independent musicians and artists by providing them a respected place of beauty to present their crafts. Visually the island itself is living art and a place to relax, explore and enjoy.

About Church & Crawford

Church & Crawford, Inc. (www.churchandcrawford.com) operates through its wholly owned subsidiary Mannea, LLC, (http://www.mannea.com/) an online media and advertising company that integrates real life products and services with the particular culture and community of Internet-based virtual worlds. Its primary target operating market is Second Life, an active, online virtual community and marketplace developed by Linden Labs, with more than 5.6 million active residents.

In conjunction with Mannea, Church & Crawford is implementing an aggressive roll-up strategy to pursue unique opportunities that include both Internet- and brick and mortar-based acquisition candidates with extraordinary potential for long-term growth under its public umbrella.

SAFE HARBOR ACT: This press release contains statements which may constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Prospective investors are cautioned that any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties, and that actual results may differ materially from those contemplated by such forward-looking statements. Important factors, currently known to management that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in forward-looking statements include fluctuation of operating results, the ability to compete successfully and the ability to complete before-mentioned transactions. The company undertakes no obligation to update or revise forward-looking statements to reflect changed assumptions, the occurrence of unanticipated events or changes to future operating results.

WEST PALM BEACH, FL, May 17, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX) — Church & Crawford (PINKSHEETS: CCWD) announced today that its operating subsidiary, Mannea LLC, a virtual world media and advertising company, has begun a comprehensive B2B sales and marketing campaign aimed at introducing virtual and ‘real world’ companies to its offerings and to build brand awareness. Mannea President Jeff Reidy said, “While other companies utilize traditional ‘real world’ marketing and advertising solutions that are inefficient in Second Life, as existing and active Second Life community members and participants, we offer the unique ability to rapidly integrate a virtual presence for ‘real world’ and online businesses in this highly sought-after emerging virtual marketplace.” (more…)

WEST PALM BEACH, FL, May 15, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX) — Church & Crawford (PINKSHEETS: CCWD) announced today that it is has retained Aaron Moss as its new COO to lead the Company through the next stage of its operations and organizational development. Moss, 36, is a seasoned real estate broker and president of Aaron A. Moss Real Estate of Skaneateles, NY with extensive business and strategic operational expertise, particularly in organizational development and business administration. Mr. Moss’ past experience with growth, marketing and strategic development, will only enhance the ongoing and future success of Church and Crawford. (more…)

WEST PALM BEACH, FL, May 08, 2007 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX) — Mannea, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Church & Crawford (PINKSHEETS: CCWD), announced today that it has retained a respected U.S. patent attorney to protect its expanding technological offerings, currently under development for virtual world communities. (more…)