MindSpring Enterprises Announces New President



Atlanta, GA, April 26, 1996 - MindSpring Enterprises, Inc. (Nasdaq:MSPG) announces today that its Board of Directors has elected Mike McQuary President and Chief Operating Officer.

Charles Brewer, who founded the company in February 1994, and served as President and Chief Executive Officer of the company since its inception was elected Chairman. He will continue as CEO.

"Mike McQuary is a world class businessman, manager, leader, and friend" states Brewer. "We are very fortunate to have him as a part of our MindSpring team. Having Mike as our President allows me to focus on particular forward looking projects and issues while having the utmost confidence in the quality of our crucial business operations."

Mike McQuary had been Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of the company since September 1995 and was the companyâs Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing from July 1995 to September 1995. He has also served as a Director of the company since December 1995. Prior to joining MindSpring, McQuary served in a variety of management positions at Mobil Chemical Co.

"I am extremely honored to be working with the brilliant, dedicated employees that make up MindSpring" states McQuary. "There is an excitement here that is hard to find in many companies. There are going to be many great challenges facing this industry in the next few years, and I think the talents of our employees make MindSpring uniquely qualified to address them."

MindSpring is a leading regional Internet service provider in the southeastern United States. The company focuses on delivering outstanding service and support to its customers. By following its Core Values and Beliefs, MindSpring aims to do an exceptional job of serving its customers, its employees, its owners, and its community.

MindSpring subscribers can browse the World Wide Web, send electronic mail, and access over 18,000 newsgroups. Currently, MindSpring provides service in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and Washington DC. To learn more about MindSpring and its services, visit the web site at www.mindspring.com, or call the company at 800-719-4332.

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