Collectible Concepts Group, Inc. to Exhibit at Specialty Retail Entrepreneur Expo (SPREE) and Conference, July 25-27 in Long Beach, CA

Market Wire, July, 2006

Collectible Concepts Group, Inc. (OTCBB: CCGI) today announced that it will present its products to buyers and other visitors from the specialty retail industry at the Specialty Retail Entrepreneur Expo (SPREE) and Conference from July 25 through July 27, 2006 at the Convention Center in Long Beach, CA.

Speaking about the importance of this event to CCGI, Martin Uniacke, CCGI Vice President of National Sales said, "We are launching our shared marketing arrangement holiday sales program. This is a major exposition for the specialty retail industry where buyers, distributors, and retailers from all sectors of business, converge seeking new and more exciting products. The Sports Memories In Wood joint holiday sales program is intended to be a partnering between the Specialty Retail Operator and Collectible Concepts Group, Inc."

The unique element of this year's offer is the "retail mix" that CCGI now commands. With Retails ranging from under five dollars to high-end limited edition, collectible wood products, CCGI covers the entire retail spectrum.

"In a tricky retail environment we have developed a program where the intent is to reduce the element of risk associated with holiday kiosk sales and maximize the profit potential for both entities," Uniacke said.

About Collectible Concepts

Collectible Concepts Group, Inc. develops and markets unique licensed sports and entertainment collectible merchandise for specialty, mass retail and online distribution. Nationally recognized in direct response marketing, replica design, mass-market distribution and E-commerce marketing, Collectible Concepts and its products are renowned both for quality and authenticity. Licenses include over 25 colleges and universities, including: The National Basketball Association (NBA), The National Hockey League (NHL), Arena Football, and others. For more information, visit: www.collectibleconcepts.com or www.otcfn.com/ccgi .

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Contact: Rick McCaffrey Investor Relations for Collectible Concepts Group OTC Financial Network 781-444-6100 x625 Email Contact