Press Release for Venture Investment

Sample Press Release for Venture Investment

Diversified Worldwide Holdings Seeks Promising Media and Technology Companies for Venture Investment

Diversified Worldwide Holdings (DWH), the venture capital arm of Global Advertising Strategies, is seeking new investment opportunities in the media and technology sector. DWH favors Internet properties with existing revenues that can grow with the support of measurable and scalable advertising and marketing efforts.

"During a time when many others in our industry are retreating, DWH seeks to invest aggressively by focusing on opportunities in growing international markets,” said Doug Cress, who will be evaluating new business opportunities with the DWH team.

“After we invest in a company, we dedicate our organizational resources to help shape strategy, source customers and partners, expand management and technical teams, and add new and interesting products to the mix,” said Cress.

DWH uses its global network to help small and mid-size companies penetrate new markets and verticals. Through its partners, DWH has access to capital, web development, new media marketing, and a significant amount of media across multiple platforms and languages, including television, radio and digital.

About Diversified Worldwide Holdings

DWH, a subsidiary of Global Advertising Strategies, is a New York-based venture capital firm that invests and partners with companies that can leverage DWH’s media resources and expertise. Portfolio companies typically outsource key aspects of their businesses, such as sales and marketing, public and investor relations, and business development, to the DWH team.

DWH media experts and investment professionals rapidly identify opportunities that contribute to the growth of the business. This may include expanding into new verticals or new markets overseas. In addition to investing “marketing and advertising dollars” into portfolio companies, DWH management uses its experience and networks to source capital, evaluate future financings, acquisitions, and exit opportunities.

Sample Press Release for New Product Price

Sample Press Release for New Product Pricing

Tesco Confirms New Milk Price

Tesco has today announced that it will continue to pay dairy farmers a consistently strong price for the milk it buys from the Tesco Sustainable Dairy Group farmer members.

Tesco has confirmed a price of up to 26.90 pence per litre from 1st April 2010, for six months, following an independent review of Tesco farmer production costs by Promar, the research consultancy specialising in agricultural and agri-food sectors.

The 800 farmer members of the Tesco Sustainable Dairy Group (TSDG) continue to benefit from Tesco’s pledge to recognise the true cost of production with additional provisions for making a profit including capital investment and un-paid family labour.

The new price continues to be considerably above the current market value and has been very well received by the dairy industry. Now entering its fourth year, the Tesco Sustainable Dairy Group was established to address the huge uncertainty faced by dairy farmers caused by continuing volatility in the markets, and ensure our farmers are paid above the cost of the milk production.

Tesco Board Director, Lucy Neville-Rolfe said; “The Tesco Sustainable Dairy Group has quickly proved to be a valuable and successful scheme for both dairy farmers and Tesco. It is vital for the long term future of the industry that farmers are able to invest and plan ahead.”

“It is heartening to see that since we launched the scheme many of our farmers have been able to do just this – we are seeing investment in farm expansions, new technologies and herd growth. This is great news for the industry and we remain committed to ensuring our farmers receive a fair price for the milk they supply to Tesco.”

Andy Bloor, Farmer Committee Chairman said; "We are now four years into the partnership with Tesco and this announcement re-affirms the long term commitment Tesco has to the TSDG Membership. We are operating in a volatile market but the relationship we have is providing the confidence and stability we need to invest in the future."

The cost tracker review ensures Tesco pays farmers on an accurate cost of production, including unpaid family labour and depreciation – rather than led by market forces. Since the programme launched in 2007, farmer members producing one million litres per annum have benefited by at least £62,500 over and above the average British milk price*. This equates to a total investment of £50,000,000 by Tesco.

Gwyn Jones, departing NFU Dairy Board Chairman, said: “Tesco’s arrangement with its dairy farmers has been a major influence in managing volatility in the UK liquid market, providing much needed stability. Tesco has not only honoured their commitment to pay a milk price based on the true cost of production, but has also invested in its dairy farmer suppliers and in research and development through the Tesco Dairy Centre of Excellence.”

Tesco farmers voted once again on the success of the Tesco Sustainable Dairy Group by Tesco’s regular survey with the farmers to understand how they felt the group was working for them. 83% of farmers surveyed think that their membership of the TSDG has had a positive influence on their future production plans with 93% believing that Tesco is committed to the TSDG. Finally, 84% also said that there is a high level of morale within TSDG farms right now.

Press Release for Launch of New Line Product Line

Press Release for Launch of New Line Product Line

You Don't Say, LLC Launches New Line of Green Products for Earth Day 

New line of recycled t-shirts and tote bags allows customers to express their dedication to the Earth – without saying a word!

You Don't Say, LLC (www.YouDontSayStore.com), the online apparel retailer, is announcing a new line of recycled t-shirts and tote bags, just in time for Earth Day. Each t-shirt and bag is printed with one of You Don't Say's popular sayings – with new ones focused on the environment. Sayings include: Act Locally, Earth Warrior, Good Stuff in Here, This is a Recycled Bag, This is a Recycled Shirt, and Coffee Powered.

Each t-shirt is made from 69% pre-consumer recycled cotton/29% acrylic/2% other fibers. The shirts are available in sizes small through 2X, and are available in eight colors. The tote bags are made from 100% pre-consumer recycled cotton canvas, and are available in natural and recycled green.

“The goal of the new line of recycled products is to allow our customers to express their dedication to our Earth,” said Linda Weber, President and Founder of You Don't Say, LLC. “With the new advancements in recycled fabrics, the shirts are soft and comfy, and the tote bags are roomy, strong and sturdy – perfect for the green market, the gym, the library or even the beach.”

Along with the recycled line, You Don't Say, LLC also offers a line of fashion t-shirts with clever and witty sayings on them – and new products and sayings categories are launching regularly. “It's finally t-shirt season again,” continued Weber, “We're excited to have our customers express themselves without saying a word!”

Press Release for Mother's Day Promo

Press Release for Mother's Day Promo by Hotel

Mother's Day Brunch

It’s not Mother’s Day. It’s your mother’s day.

Sunday May 9, 2010
Seating’s at 11:00AM and 1:30PM

Come celebrate and enjoy mom’s special day by treating her to Brunch.

Enjoy a combination of chef carved meats, seafood and salad stations, breakfast favorites & delicious hot entrees all done buffet style & topped off with a vast array of desserts. Special House- Made Ice Cream Surprise! 

Adults $37
Ten and under $15
Under five free
Plus 6% sales tax and a 21% service charges.

Located at the corner of Taylor Avenue & West Street.
Call 410-972-4328 for reservations!
http://www.uptownannapolis.com

In Honor of Mother's Day Press Release

Sample Press Release for Mother's Day

In honor of Mother's Day, Whole Foods Market Fresno is having their first annual "Just Like Mom Makes" Recipe Contest. The mom with the best recipe will win a $100 gift card to Whole Foods and the recipe will be featured and served in Prepared Foods the week leading up to Mother's Day. 

Is your mom the best cook out there? Submit her recipe before April 28th at 5:00 p.m.

For many, when it comes to your mom and food, you can't have one without the other. In honor of Mother's Day, Whole Foods Market Fresno is calling all sons and daughters to nominate their favorite recipe from mom into the first annual "Just Like Mom Makes" Recipe Contest. Moms are welcome to enter their own recipe too. The mom with the best recipe will win a $100 gift card to Whole Foods Market and the recipe will be featured and served in Prepared Foods the week leading up to Mother's Day. Nine finalists will receive a commemorative apron.

We're looking forward to some great recipes from mom. Good luck!

Sample Press Release for Store Anniversary

Sample Press Release for Drugstore

Bartell Drugs celebrates 113th anniversary with a special promotion and a new store

A special Memorial Day weekend promotion at Seattle’s Museum of History and Industry (MOHAI) and a highly anticipated store opening in Edmonds help mark Bartell Drugs’ 113th anniversary this month.

In recognition of the anniversary, Bartell Drugs has teamed up with MOHAI to offer a reduced admission of $1.13 May 24-26. A display featuring Bartell Drug Company memorabilia will be located in museum’s lobby, where visitors can also enter to win an authentic 1890 silver dollar.

Coinciding with the anniversary, the 51-store chain will open a new store in Edmonds on May 27. The 15,000 square-foot store with drive-through services will be located at Southwest 100th and Edmonds Way (SR104).

Founded in 1890 by George H. Bartell, the company is the oldest drugstore chain in the United States. It has had the distinction of being the first discount pharmacy in Seattle, the first chain in the west with in-store soda fountains and film development, and the nation’s first drugstore in a major regional shopping center—Seattle’s Northgate Mall. The company has been headed by three generations of Bartell’s—George H. Bartell, George H. Bartell Jr. and George D. Bartell.

In honor of its anniversary, Bartell’s will also be offering savings on advertised specials in their weekly fliers during the month of May.

Also under way in 2003 is a major reconfiguration and expansion of Bartell’s store at Seattle’s University Village in conjunction with the mall’s redevelopment plans. The store remains open and the project is due for completion this fall.  

The Bartell Drug Company is the nation’s oldest drugstore chain. The family-owned company has 51 stores in King, Snohomish, and Pierce counties.

Sample Press Release for Brand Anniversary

Sample Press Release for Brand Anniversary

Adidas Originals celebrates “60 Years of Soles and Stripes” - Launch of spring/summer 2009 collection and campaign at Milan Fashion Week

In spring/summer 2009 adidas Originals will unveil a fresh collection that celebrates and reflects decades of the brand’s rich heritage and lifestyle credentials. 2009 marks the 60th anniversary of the iconic 3-Stripes mark introduced by company founder Adi Dassler. For consumers “60 Years of Soles and Stripes” means a year-long celebration of product introductions that has something for everyone. adidas is launching the collection with an innovative presentation at Milan Fashion week that truly represents what adidas Originals is all about – Celebrating Originality. Rather than through a runway show, adidas will host a “house party” which in addition to being a creative way to showcase product, is also a sneak preview to into the global brand campaign which will launch later in the year.

A two-floor stage show installation built up as an enormous house brings the party to life, hosting all the different product themes and spring/summer 2009 concepts that make up the Trefoil brand such as the anniversary range “60 Years of Soles and Stripes”. This special line comprises footwear and apparel products that have become timeless classic styles through the last six decades and different eras. Accompanied by a comprehensive women’s line of mix-and-match styles, the new spring/summer 2009 collection presents an extended summer fashion offering, serving in particular the coastal and urban street scenes. The new range will be available at adidas Originals stores as well as selected sneaker and fashion doors all around the world starting in January 2009 together with the global roll-out of the new campaign which initially will launch in the USA in November 2008.

As a groundbreaking new men’s sub-collection, the collaboration with Italian pop icon scooter manufacturer Vespa, one of the biggest and most original mobility brands worldwide, presents another product facet that truly speaks originality. Two authentic lifestyle brands, both focused on design, present a unique partnership with products referencing classic and contemporary men’s looks and colors that serve the needs of both classic scooter riders and all fans of casual and clean design. 

The new relationship with Vespa and our existing relationship with Italian lifestyle brand Diesel on the Originals Denim by Diesel range make Milan Fashion Week the perfect platform for adidas to host the Originals spring/summer 2009 global launch. Hermann Deininger, CMO adidas Sport Style, commented: “I am very excited that we are hosting our 2009 global launch for adidas Originals during Milan Fashion Week and I believe that the addition of adidas Originals to Milan brings an interesting street wear dimension. With the addition of Milan, adidas is now present at all four major Fashion Weeks for spring/summer 2009, an exciting milestone as we build on the style credential of the adidas brand.”

The recently introduced product customization tool “mi Originals” presents an additional highlight of the overall launch presentation. The tool allows sneaker lovers to design their own individual pair of shoes and thereby choose between two of the Trefoil brand’s most iconic footwear models: the Superstar and the ZX700. mi Originals will be exclusively available in the reworked and reopened Milan Originals Store from September 18th onwards, allowing the unlimited celebration of originality that the Trefoil brand stands for.

Press Release for Eco-Friendly Green Campaign

A Sample Press Release for a Company's Eco-Friendly Green Campaign

Schnucks Goes Green So Customers Can Save Green

Grocer continues to make advancements in sustainability 

For Schnuck Markets, Inc., Earth Day (April 22) is a milestone in the quest to strengthen its environmental commitment to build more earth-friendly stores and facilities.  

Last fall, the St. Louis-based grocer introduced a prototype store design in Newburgh, Ind. that showcased the latest advances in energy and water efficient technologies and building practices. As Schnucks moves forward with two new stores in the St. Louis area (Downtown and Des Peres), company officials hope to continue to build on what they have learned. 

“Green design is good design. We must be good stewards for future generations,” said Schnucks Director of Facilities Engineering Ross Hutsel. “Everything we can do to help control our utility costs also helps us to continue to keep prices low for our customers – something very important especially during times of economic uncertainty.” Hutsel noted that Newburgh store is almost 50 percent larger than the one it replaced, yet the utility costs are the same. 

According to Hutsel, the company’s latest sustainability and “green” initiatives focus on reducing energy and water use, reducing volume of landfill waste and increasing the use of recyclables and recycled materials. Building plans for all new stores include energy efficient lighting, water efficient plumbing fixtures and accessories and an energy management system to control lighting, air conditioning, heating and refrigeration. He added that a major focus has been in the area of refrigeration including energy efficient systems that use waste heat to support the store’s hot water requirements and refrigerated display cases with high efficiency components that further reduce energy consumption. 

Hutsel says, once the new Des Peres store opens later this year, the company plans to apply for an Energy Star award – a federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) program for which only the top 25 percent of energy-efficient buildings in the nation qualify. Some additional features of that store will include skylights to take advantage of daylight harvesting, self-compensating ventilation hoods to reduce the amount of conditioned air needed to balance the amount of air leaving the building and high-efficiency water heaters with a single hot water piping loop to meet the store’s hot water demand.  

Schnucks Director of Facilities Maintenance John Behr says Schnucks is also updating older stores, facilities and warehouses. “We are retrofitting many of our exterior signs and frozen food door cases with new energy-efficient LED technology, and CFLs have replaced incandescent bulbs in our check stands, walk-in coolers and freezers,” Behr said. “At our grocery warehouse, we replaced metal halide lamps with fluorescent hi-bay fixtures with motion sensors. By doing so, we have reduced electricity use by 60 percent. We have also applied this technology to the backrooms of our stores.” Company-wide, Schnucks has reduced the overall kilowatt hours per square foot by more than seven percent since 2006.  

Behr also says that the company is making a large investment by converting all stores that use R-22 refrigerant gas, to new environmentally friendly refrigerants. “In keeping with EPA guidelines, we are in the fourth year of a six-year plan to switch to new HFC refrigerants that have zero ozone depletion potential. Although this is a very expensive program, we are committed to helping protect our environment,” he said. 

Schnucks Director of Consumer Affairs Joanie Taylor often shares information of the company’s progress with the public. “Our feedback indicates that a vast majority of our customers feel that recycling and sustainability issues are important.” Taylor said. 

Inside the company, Taylor says, “Internal committees have been formed to pilot projects with potential for saving resources, time and expense. At Schnucks, we use the ‘Three P’s’ to define sustainability. True sustainability means finding a balance between what is good for People, the Planet and Profitability,” she said. 

“One committee in particular, led by Cottleville Store Manager Steve Troup, publishes a monthly fact and tip sheet called Energy Buzz to communicate progress and offer new ideas for saving energy at work and at home.” 

Founded in St. Louis in 1939, Schnuck Markets, Inc. operates 105 stores (including five Logli stores) and 101 pharmacies in Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, Iowa, Tennessee and Mississippi. 

Press Release for Anniversary Tour

Sample Press Release for a Band's Music Anniversary Tour

Guster announces 10 Year Anniversary Tour

Boston-bred band Guster have just announced their nine-date headline tour, Lost & Gone Forever Ten Year Anniversary Tour, which will kick off 10/28 in Charlotte, NC and wrap on 11/27 at the Beacon Theater in New York. This anniversary tour will be Guster’s only headline dates of this year.

Ten years have passed since the band’s critically acclaimed release of Lost and Gone Forever which in their words “helped us graduate from our van to a bus”. These nine very special evenings with Guster will include two sets, one of which will be the album in its entirety and no opening act.

Guster has specially chosen each venue as they have historical significance to the group. Higher Ground in Vermont (now in new location) was where they launched the original “Lost & Gone Forever” tour. Ten years ago at the Orpheum, in Boston, Guster put on an epic Halloween show wearing tuxes and pretending it was New Year’s Eve, Y2K. The Beacon in New York harkens back to a time when they played Thanksgiving Weekend in NYC five years in a row.

Tickets for these shows will go on sale this Friday, July 17th. Ticket purchases are available at Ticket Master and Live Nation.

Sample Press Release for Company Restructuring

Sample Press Release for Company Restructuring of Management Executives

Schnuck Markets Restructures Senior Management

In a major senior management restructuring at Schnuck Markets, Inc., Scott Schnuck, chairman and CEO, announced the appointment of Todd Schnuck, 50, as COO and the retirement of two senior executives.

Todd, formerly the company’s chief financial officer, became president in 2006 when, after 17 years at the helm, Craig Schnuck stepped down to oversee the company’s growth and governmental affairs allowing Scott and Todd Schnuck to rise to new leadership posts.

With the transition now complete, Todd Schnuck, as president and COO, will take on responsibility for the operating side of the family business. He will oversee store operations, merchandising, marketing, logistics, continuous improvement, industrial engineering, facilities maintenance and consumer affairs, as well as pharmacy and fuel operations.

Todd Schnuck earned his B.A. from the University of Virginia in 1981 and an M.B.A. from Cornell University in 1983. He served as associate vice president for investment banking at A.G. Edwards & Sons, Inc. for four years before joining Schnucks in 1987. For the past 22 years, he has been the company’s chief financial officer. 

As chairman and CEO, Scott Schnuck now has oversight for the office of COO as well as strategy, finance, technology, human resources, public relations, legal, real estate, loss prevention, food safety and store design and construction. 

Scott Schnuck explained, “This restructuring will allow me to concentrate on guiding the company forward while Todd will ensure that we continue working to enhance the overall customer shopping experience in our stores.” 

Also announced as part of the restructuring was the retirement of two senior executives at the company. Bill Bredenkoetter, senior vice president of store operations, and Randy Wedel, senior vice president of marketing and merchandising, will be retiring Sept. 28 – the end of Schnucks fiscal year. Both have agreed to work in senior consulting roles for the company after their retirements.

Bredenkoetter has been with Schnucks for 38 years and has headed up store operations for 22. Wedel has been with the company for 22 years and in his current position for 19 years. “Both Bill and Randy have made significant contributions to the organization over the past two decades,” Scott Schnuck said. 

Scott Schnuck also announced these additional management moves in the company:

Dave Bell, CFA, 42, formerly treasurer, is the company’s new chief financial officer, reporting to Scott Schnuck. Bell will have responsibility for all accounting, budgeting and treasury functions of the $2.5 billion company. Bell joined Schnucks in 1984, and after earning his MBA, went on to serve as director of financial planning, assistant treasurer and treasurer.

Ryan Cuba, 41, will become vice president of store operations reporting to Todd Schnuck. A former May Company executive, Cuba joined Schnucks in 2006 as director of financial planning and budgeting.

Lori Caster, 42, will become vice president of merchandising reporting to Todd Schnuck. Caster, formerly group vice president center store merchandising, will be responsible for all merchants and category managers. She will have responsibility for sales, gross profit management, assortment planning, procurement and pricing.

Mary Moorkamp, 47, general counsel and secretary, will take on additional responsibility for real estate, facilities research, loss prevention and food safety. Moorkamp will report to Scott Schnuck.

Rick Frede, 56, formerly senior vice president of logistics, will become chief talent and strategy officer. Frede will be responsible for organizational development, succession planning, human resources and strategy. Frede reports to Scott Schnuck.

Steve Carroll, 53, will become vice president of logistics, which under the new structure, will report to Todd Schnuck. Carroll will have full responsibility for transportation and warehousing.

Founded in St. Louis in 1939, Schnuck Markets, Inc. operates 105 stores (including five Logli stores) and 101 pharmacies in Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, Iowa, Tennessee and Mississippi.