RAMSEY, NJ and NEW ORLEANS, LA - January 24, 2007 - KONICA MINOLTA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS U.S.A., INC. (KONICA MINOLTA), today announced that it has selected New Orleans as the site for its "Connect for Growth_07" business conference and exposition. Scheduled to take place from February 6 to 8, 2007, the conference will host dealers and partners from throughout North America where they will hear from senior executives of KONICA MINOLTA who will outline company goals and directions, provide education on new products and technologies, and introduce marketing programs designed to further accelerate impressive growth areas.

The conference is designed to showcase to KONICA MINOLTA's dealer partners the latest products and programs that will allow them to take advantage of the business opportunity afforded to them by representing KONICA MINOLTA.

"This is a very important meeting for Konica Minolta and our Dealer Partners," said Jun Haraguchi, President and CEO, KONICA MINOLTA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS U.S.A., INC. "We see this as an opportunity to ensure that our network of dealer partners are fully enabled to continue our market expansion and build upon the success that we've achieved to date. Additionally, as a company we believe in giving-back. By selecting New Orleans, not only are we providing a boost to the local convention business, we are showcasing that the area is "event-ready," which will hopefully enlighten other companies that New Orleans can successfully host events of this scope, magnitude and importance."

Selection of Event Site by KONICA MINOLTA Illustrates How Corporate Events Can Support New Orleans Convention Business

During the course of the three-day conference, KONICA MINOLTA will welcome over 800 attendees where the Hilton Riverside Hotel will serve as headquarters for the event. The event will offer a product exposition center and break-out sessions where attendees learn how KONICA MINOLTA's offerings will help business partners add value through solution selling, increasing revenue and profits. Additional attendees will be housed at the Windsor Court Hotel and Loews New Orleans Hotel; and events supporting the local area include a golf tournament at TPC Louisiana, a "free-night" to visit local establishments, and a closing celebration at the Metropolitan at Generations Square.

"We selected New Orleans as the site for "Connect for Growth_07" as a way for KONICA MINOLTA to help the city regain its place as one of the top meeting and conference destinations in the world," said Bill Brewster, Vice President, Marketing, KONICA MINOLTA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS U.S.A., INC. "All of the people we've met with in New Orleans have been very cooperative, and have gone out of their way to help ensure that this will be one of KONICA MINOLTA's most successful business conferences. Additionally, when visiting this area as part of our site selection process it became abundantly clear that this area has the support staff and infrastructure in place to support corporate events of this nature."

"We are thrilled to welcome KONICA MINOLTA to New Orleans, as they join a growing list of industry leaders and corporations expressing their continued confidence in our city as a great destination," said Stephen Perry, President and CEO of the New Orleans Metropolitan Convention and Visitors Bureau. "Such votes of confidence are crucial to our continuing recovery. Our hospitality industry celebrates every day the theme 'We're Jazzed You're Here,' and we are excited to share our own special brand of Southern Hospitality with KONICA MINOLTA's attendees and trust that they will enjoy the great New Orleans experience that in many ways is better than ever."

About KONICA MINOLTA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS U.S.A., INC.
KONICA MINOLTA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS U.S.A., INC., offers a broad range of multifunctional digital imaging solutions inspired by its bizhub brand of powerful solutions that serve as the central resource for document scanning, in-house printing, copying, faxing and electronic archiving and distribution. From high-quality color and monochrome bizhub systems for workgroups and small offices, to advanced high-volume bizhub PRO(tm) production printing systems for large corporations and print-for-pay services, KONICA MINOLTA is leading the industry toward integrated, networked hardware/software solutions that are more simple, reliable, and cost-effective. Complementing its bizhub solutions, KONICA MINOLTA also offers desktop laser printers, microform digital imaging systems, wide-format printers and scanning systems for specialized applications.

Headquartered in Ramsey, New Jersey, KONICA MINOLTA delivers expert professional services and experienced, responsive client support, in addition to the world-class service provided through its extensive network of direct sales offices, authorized dealers, resellers and distribution partners in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Central America and South America. For more information, please visit KONICA MINOLTA at www.kmbs.konicaminolta.us.

About the New Orleans CVB
The New Orleans Metropolitan Convention & Visitors Bureau (www.neworleanscvb.com) is the driving force behind New Orleans' most important industry, tourism, which generates $5 billion in visitor spending and creates 85,000 jobs. Today the cultural riches, sensual indulgences and unparalleled service that define the New Orleans experience continue to flourish, as they have for centuries. The most celebrated and historic core of the city - including the French Quarter, Central Business District, Warehouse and Arts District, Magazine Street and Garden District - not only remains intact, both physically and spiritually, but is thriving. The New Orleans CVB is proudly welcoming visitors and business travelers every day.

KONICA MINOLTA Corporate Contact:
James Norberto
KONICA MINOLTA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS U.S.A., INC.
+1 201.825.4000
jnorberto@kmbs.konicaminolta.us

New Orleans CVB Contact:
Mary Beth Romig
New Orleans Metropolitan Convention and Visitors Bureau
+1 504.566.5050
mbromig@neworleanscvb.com