SurveySpot.com Ranked Second Fastest-Growing American Website 14/08/00 The SurveySpot.com website of Survey Sampling, Inc was the second fastest-growing website in North America for the week of July 15, according to findings from PC Data. The popular research panel, which allows researchers access to consumers, who have agreed to take part in online surveys, rose to the number two spot on the list as several new SurveySpot features and services were released in July. SurveySpot gives its members the opportunity to take part in research surveys in return for cash and prizes. The site has proved hugely popular with consumers, who are eager to share their opinions on new products or current events within conditions of strict anonymity. According to Joanne DiNapoli, manager of new products at Survey Sampling, "SurveySpot members can have their say about new products and services, or express their opinions about politics or other issues, knowing that SurveySpot will never share their individual opinions or information with anyone. Members tell us they find the surveys enjoyable - and the opportunity to win prizes is an added bonus." SurveySpot is a unique product in the market research industry because it allows marketers and researchers to retain control over their own online survey design and data collection. "With SurveySpot, researchers can focus on what they know best - designing the research and interpreting the results, while we do what we know best - provide an efficient, comprehensive sample," commented Terrence Coen, Survey Sampling's vice president of sales and marketing. Survey Sampling, Inc., headquartered in Fairfield, Connecticut, is the leading provider of samples to the market research industry. Founded in 1977, the company offers a wide range of sampling products, from random digit telephone samples to targeted mail, telephone and e-mail sample for the North American and European markets. Further information about SurveySpot can be found at www.surveyspot.com