IRN Rewards Network

To better serve its customers, the Amerigo chain of restaurants has joined Rewards Network, the leading provider of dining frequency programs in North America. Diners at any of six Amerigo locations in Tennessee, Mississippi, and Kentucky will now have the opportunity to earn Cashback RewardsSM or awards from the major frequent flyer programs and other affinity programs. �We felt this was an ideal way for Amerigo to grow its business and offer something to our diners,� said CEO David Blackburn. �It puts us in touch with new customers�we want everyone to experience what makes Amerigo different from other Italian restaurants.� A contemporary Italian bistro, Amerigo is named for Amerigo Vespucci�the Italian explorer who first sighted the mainland of the new world�and offers a menu combining old and new world Italian flavors. Traditional favorites like soups, salads, wood-fired pizzas and pastas are served with contemporary entrees like cedar wood roasted seafood, pork chops, and choice steaks. As part of Rewards Network, Amerigo will be marketed through email, online promotion, and direct mail to millions of active Rewards Network members. Customized reporting and member comments will allow the restaurant to study customer feedback and trends. �Amerigo offers diners something truly unique,� said Rewards Network President and CEO Ron Blake. �Adding American and Mediterranean twists to traditional Italian is a combination Rewards Network members are sure to enjoy.� Amerigo Locations: � 1920 West End Avenue, Nashville, TN 37203 1239 Ridge Way, Memphis, TN 37501 1656 West Gate Circle, Brentwood, TN 37027 6592 Old Canton Road, Jackson, MS 39157 6901 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37919 871 South Hurstbourne Parkway, Louisville, KY 40222 About Rewards Network Rewards Network (AMEX:IRN), headquartered in Chicago, IL, powers the leading frequent dining programs in North America. Thousands of participating restaurants and other merchants benefit from the Company's extensive email, internet and print marketing efforts; member ratings/feedback and other business intelligence; and access to capital. In conjunction with major airline frequent flyer programs and other affinity organizations, Rewards Network provides over three million members with incentives to dine at participating restaurants. These incentives include airline miles, college savings rewards, reward program points, and Cashback RewardsSM savings. For additional information about Rewards Network, visit www.rewardsnetwork.com or call 1-877-491-3463.