Exhibit 16.1 CORNICK, GARBER & SANDLER, LLP Certified Public Accountants October 3, 2002 Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. Ladies and Gentlemen: We have read Item 4 of the Form 8-K dated October 3, 2002 to be filed by I.A. Europe, Inc. with the Securities and Exchange Commission. When read in connection with our resignation letter dated June 21, 2002 referred to in the Form 8-K, we agree with the statements with respect to our Firm in such Form 8-K. /s/ Cornick, Garber & Sandler, LLP ---------------------------------- CORNICK, GARBER & SANDLER, LLP 630 Third Avenue, New York, NY 10017-6705 212 557-3900 Fax 212 557-3938 50 Charles Lindbergh Boulevard, Uniondale, NY 11553-3600 516 542-9030 Fax 516 542-9035