Tuesday 28 August 2012

The GUITAMMER SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETES PRIVATE PLACEMENT FINANCING


Raises Approximately $1.6 Million in Growth Capital and Extinguishes Over $1.45 Million of Debt - - Capital Deployment Initiatives Focused on Core Business Growth and Accelerated Development of ButtKicker Live!® Broadcast Technology -
WESTERVILLE, OH (Sharewellnewswire.com) August 28, 2012 - The Guitammer Company (OTC BB: GTMM), a leader in low frequency sound and creator of the award-winning line of ButtKicker®-brand low frequency audio transducers that provide an immersive “4D” entertainment experience for audiences, announced it successfully completed its Private Placement offering on July 31, 2012. The offering was a “unit” offering where 6.34 million restricted shares of its common stock at $0.25 per share and warrants to purchase 6.34 million additional shares of its common stock were sold, generating approximately $1.6 million of new equity growth capital for the Company. The warrants to purchase additional shares are exercisable at $0.36 per share for two years following their issue date. The shares and warrants were offered in units in a private offering to accredited investors pursuant to the private offering exemption, Section 4(2), of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended.

In addition, the Company exchanged and retired more than $1.45 million of existing debt for approximately 8.7 million shares of its common stock, with the vast majority of the debt valued at $0.25 per share. Guitammer intends to use the net proceeds from the offering for working capital and general corporate purposes including the advancement of its ButtKicker Live broadcast technology platform. Giving effect to the transactions noted above, Guitammer now has approximately 66.2 million common shares outstanding and the Company’s outstanding debt is approximately $1.83 million.

Mark Luden, CEO of Guitammer stated, “We appreciate the confidence that investors have shown in Guitammer and our plans to leverage our proprietary low frequency audio technology into new areas of growth. The proceeds from the private placement have already significantly improved our balance sheet and financial flexibility as the retirement of a significant portion of our outstanding debt has reduced interest expense. The cash proceeds from the offering also provide capital to further grow of our core business product line and accelerate the development and commercialization of our patented ButtKicker LIVE! broadcast technology.

”We continue to expect full year 2012 revenues for our core products will significantly exceed the levels achieved in 2011 and now anticipate generating positive cash flow from operations on a quarterly basis in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2012. This operating momentum is expected to be complemented by the commercialization of several new core business products which are on schedule for launch in 2013.

“Significantly, as we move into the testing phase of our ButtKicker LIVE! broadcast technology later this year, we expect to generate initial revenues from this high margin and scalable business opportunity in 2013. The growth capital raised in the private placement and our near-term expectations to generate cash from operations is building a foundation from which we can achieve sustainable long-term growth.”

Updated Investor Website Provides Added Information and Resources 
Guitammer recently updated its corporate website to provide investors with up-to-date information on strategic insights, corporate developments, regulatory filings and other investor resources such as corporate presentations. The website – www.guitammer.com – will be continually updated with new information and developments as they occur.

About The Guitammer Company
The Guitammer Company is a leader in low frequency sound products and technology. Its innovative and award winning line of patented ButtKicker-brand low frequency audio transducers let users feel low-frequency sound (bass). ButtKicker brand products are used around the world by leading entertainment and theater companies such as AMC, IMAX and Disney in movie theaters and attractions; by world-famous musicians; in home theaters, simulators and for car audio. ButtKicker brand products are distributed by Pearl Drums for musicians under the trade name, “Pearl’s Throne Thumper by ButtKicker”, and factory installed in home theater seating by Palliser Furniture. ButtKicker brand products’ patented design makes them musically accurate, powerful and virtually indestructible. The Company is headquartered in Westerville, OH.

The Guitammer Company's patented broadcast technology, ButtKicker LIVE! enables the excitement, impact and feeling of sporting events to be broadcast along with the sound and video. ButtKicker LIVE! puts you into the action, whether you’re at home or at the event. ButtKicker Live! technology is available for cable, satellite, fiber optic, IPTV and over-the-air broadcast and has been successfully tested with several major content (sports) providers. ButtKicker® and ButtKicker Live!® are registered trademarks of The Guitammer Company. For additional information, visit www.thebuttkicker.com and www.shakemycouch.com

Safe Harbor:
This press release contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, which are intended to be covered by the safe harbors created thereby. Investors are cautioned that all forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainty, including without limitation, the ability of the Company to successfully implement its turnaround strategy, changes in costs of raw materials, labor, and employee benefits, as well as general market conditions, competition and pricing. Although the Company believes that the assumptions underlying the forward-looking statements contained herein are reasonable, any of the assumptions could be inaccurate, and therefore, there can be no assurance that the forward-looking statements included in this press release will prove to be accurate. In light of the significant uncertainties inherent in the forward-looking statements included herein, the inclusion of such information should not be regarded as representation by the Company or any other person that the objectives and plans of the Company will be achieved. In assessing forward-looking statements included herein, readers are urged to carefully read those statements. When used in this press release, the words "estimate," "anticipate," "expect," "believe," and similar expressions are intended to be forward-looking statements.

Neither the shares nor the shares of common stock issuable pursuant to the warrant issuance have been registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or any state securities laws and unless so registered may not be offered or sold in the United States except pursuant to an exemption from, or in a transaction not subject to, the registration requirements of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and applicable state securities laws. This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy securities.

For More Information Contact:
Investors
Joseph Jaffoni, Robert Rinderman
JCIR
212/835-8500 or gtmm@jcir.com

Contact Info:
The Guitammer Company 
614/898-9370 
media@guitammer.com


Source: http://www.sharewellnewswire.com/the-guitammer-successfully-completes-private-placement-financing-2578.htm/#ixzz24uPR3kL8

Isadora Wong: The New Novel Conveys Importance of Family, Love and Loyalty


When a Chinese couple’s baby is left to be raised by a black servant, race and culture shapes her a unique life. At the age of sixteen, when she meets her real father for the first time, how will Isadora embrace the man who left her behind?

Columbus, OH (Sharewellnewswire.com) August 28, 2012 – Following an extensive period of writing and refinement, author Leona Landry Thor is proud to announce the launch of her latest novel, ‘Isadora Wong: Who Are You?’

The book tells the captivating story of a young Chinese couple who are discovered as stowaways on an ocean liner. After landing on a dilapidated plantation and having a baby, life takes a turn for the worse. Seeing that it’s a girl, the husband leaves; when the Mother finds herself dying, she begs for the plantation’s sassy black servant to raise her child and share her name – Isadora.

The child is living in a house along with her half-sister (the house mistress) and her husband. As a result of his hatred towards them, the husband throws both Isadora and the child out of the house and onto the streets.

As Isadora raises the child, known as Dora, she seamlessly integrates her with other black children in the local town. From learning to play games and defend herself to singing in the all-girls choir, Dora is unaware that she is any different to the other children she is growing up with that is until about the age of six years old. Dora suddenly begins to learn that something about her just isn’t the same as the others around her, and asks herself, “Why do I look so different?”

As time passes, Isadora falls into ill health and feels it is time for Dora to meet her real father. Now a successful merchant in San Francisco, Tom Chan makes the long journey South in the hope that his Daughter won’t hate him.

Knowing that her father is the only link to her past, Dora embraces his presence and moves back to California to assist him with his business. Having returned to China to learn her native language, her new-found culture brings her back to the United States and into marriage with a Chinese native.

As the author explains, ‘Isadora Wong’ fuses two cultures with boundless hope.

“This story is important because it takes two of the most prominent races in the world, who do not understand, like or respect one another, and throws them into a situation that really has nothing to do with race, but a need to survive, living together as family,” explains Thor.

Critics are praising the book for its efforts to overcome cultural boundaries, instead placing a focus on the facets of family life that rise far above the constraints of race. In a world where both travel and immigration are a regular occurrence for millions, the story of Dora could easily be a real-life situation for any family.
While it has deep-rooted and serious undertones, Thor hopes that the book will serve as an easy read and an inspiration to many.

“I want this light hearted story to warm the hearts of everyone that has fears or mistrust of another race of people, and to prove that love conquers all. The story takes place in the turn of the century south. It takes you to London, China, San Francisco, and to the South,” she adds.

Isadora Wong: Who Are You? Published by CreateSpace, is available now from Amazon.com. Also available on Kindle.

About the Author:
Leona Landry Thor, was born and raised in Los Angeles, California. She is a graduate of Centennial High School in Compton, California; now resides in Columbus, Ohio with husband Tony, and dog DeeDee. Poetry is her passion, and has published, “Poems To Make Your Day Smile.”

Contact Info:
Patricia Stevens - Agent
404-806-0568
romdpste@hotmail.com


Source: http://www.sharewellnewswire.com/isadora-wong-the-new-novel-conveys-importance-of-family-love-and-loyalty-2577.htm/#ixzz24uO70Dvs

World Traveler Edmond Masjedi is a Business Success Throughout the County


Los Angeles, CA (Sharewellnewswire.com) August 28, 2012 – Successful businessman Edmond Masjedi has traveled to foreign countries all over the world, but always looks forward to returning to the United States. Masjedi, who has extensive experience in the business field and has had many successful real-estate ventures in Los Angeles, calls both California and Texas, home.

Edmond Masjedi, a respected entrepreneur and also a dedicated philanthropist, world traveler, and gourmet cook, feels at home whether he is residing in famous Beverly Hills, California or the less-known city of Plano, Texas.

Some of the country's largest and most recognized companies have their headquarters in Plano, Texas. Plano, with a population of approximately 270,000 people, is home to 15 Fortune 500 companies. Among the companies with headquarters or major regional offices are Cinemark Theatres, Dr. Pepper Snapple Group, Frito-Lay, J.C. Penny, Rent-A-Center and Safety-Kleen.

Los Angeles, by comparison, with a population of over three billion people, is home to only 7 Fortune 500 companies. Aerospace contractor Northrop Grunman, energy company Occidental Petroleum, and healthcare provider Health Net are a few of the Fortune 500 companies in Los Angeles.

Over the years Edmond Masjedi has started many companies in varied lines of businesses. Under the leadership and guidance of Edmond Masjedi, all of these companies have been a great success as they all generated huge revenues and gained big profits. The success of each business venture, despite great diversity in the business fields, locations and market conditions, has proven Edmond Masjedi to be a capable businessman.

You can learn more about Edmond Masjedi’s business achievements and philosophies on his website, www.edmondmasjedi.com.

Contact Info:
eddiemasjedi@aol.com
http://www.edmondmasjedi.com/
Edmond Masjedi
5021 Adams Place
Suite 136, Plano TX 08807


Source: http://www.sharewellnewswire.com/world-traveler-edmond-masjedi-is-a-business-success-throughout-the-county-2575.htm/#ixzz24qMeuL6y

Plastic Surgeon in Toronto Offers Innovative New Tummy Tuck Technique


Dr. Jerome Edelstein performs FAB technique, a less invasive tummy tuck that results in a less visible scar and shorter recovery period.

Toronto, ON, Canada (Sharewellnewswire.com) August 28, 2012 - Dr. Jerome Edelstein, head of the Plastic Surgery Division at Humber River Regional Hospital in Toronto, offers the FAB technique to patients seeking a less invasive option to the traditional tummy tuck. The procedure results in a shorter scar and the ability to see true results faster.
“One of the biggest drawbacks to a traditional tummy tuck in many patients’ minds is the long recovery time and larger scar, both which keep them from wearing a bathing suit and doing many of the things they want a tummy tuck initially for,” says Dr. Edelstein. “The FAB technique has given my patients a consistently outstanding result that empowers them with the confidence and self- esteem to get back into the world and enjoy what they want to do.”

Floating Abdominoplasty, or FAB, is a new technique that achieves a similar result as traditional abdominoplasty, but involves a smaller incision and less invasive surgery. It may also be referred to as an extended mini abdominoplasty. The surgery follows this general process: an incision is made and excess skin is removed, after which the belly button is temporarily detached, ‘floating’ above the muscles (hence the name of the technique). The muscles are tightened and reshaped from sternum to pubic area, rather than just below the belly button as is the case in a traditional mini-tummy tuck. After more excess tissue is removed to smooth and firm the contour of the abdominal area, the belly button is reattached from the inside. If necessary, it may be moved down one or two centimetres for a more aesthetically pleasing result. Liposuction may be performed to remove more unwanted fat. The incision is then closed and dressed.

For Suitable Candidates, FAB Better Than a Traditional Tummy Tuck 
Because of the shorter incision, the patient typically experiences less trauma and thus a shorter recovery period. Compared to traditional abdominoplasty, patients have no scar around the belly button since there is no incision made there. FAB is suitable for anyone with significant stretching and weakness of their abdominal muscles after pregnancy or dramatic weight fluctuations. It is most suitable for candidates with a moderate amount of excess skin and fat, but with little to no stretch marks.

Read more about the FAB tummy tuck technique

About Dr. Jerome Edelstein and Edelstein Cosmetic
As Head of the Division of Plastic Surgery at the Humber River Regional Hospital and primary surgeon at Edelstein Cosmetic, Dr. Edelstein has over 15 years of experience as a Plastic Surgeon, with sub-speciality training in cosmetic surgery. He is a panel member for the Quality Assurance Committee at the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario, where he also writes case opinions. Dr. Edelstein has forged his medical career with a single-minded focus on quality. He won't let you proceed with treatment unless it is in your best interest and medically advisable. 

Read more at http://www.edelsteincosmetic.com/

Contact Info:
Dr. Jerome Edelstein
647.931.5358
Edelstein Cosmetic
960 Lawrence Ave. West, Suite 301
Toronto, Ontario, M6A 3B5, CANADA


Source: http://www.sharewellnewswire.com/plastic-surgeon-in-toronto-offers-innovative-new-tummy-tuck-technique-2568.htm/#ixzz24qHnCxZG

Monday 27 August 2012

Marketing Agency, Bee-line Communications, Recognized as a Fastest-Growing Company


Libertyville, IL (Sharewellnewswire.com) August 27, 2012 - Bee-line Communications is pleased to announce their award as one of America’s fastest growing privately held companies. Inc. Magazine, a major business magazine dedicated to owners and managers of private companies, presents their Inc. 500|5000 award to honor the remarkable achievements of 5,000 growing businesses. With a 569% growth over just a three year period, Bee-line is proud of their rank at 639.

Bee-line Communications has experienced exponential growth since its establishment in 2006. Founder and CEO Stacey McClenathan left her corporate marketing job with a major wireless phone manufacturer with a vision of building the marketing agency she had always wanted to hire. The business began in her basement, adding her first employee after two months and quickly grew revenues from then on. In 2008, Bee-line moved to its current location at 1260 American Way in Libertyville, Illinois and established partner offices in the UK and Asia.

“We are thrilled to make Inc. Magazine’s coveted growth list. As a start-up in 2006 I often looked to the companies featured in the magazine as inspiration that we too could achieve that sort of success. To be on the list is a nice recognition of our efforts,” said Stacey McClenathan, Founder and CEO of Bee-line Communications.

Other outstanding businesses that have all been acknowledged for this award include Morgan Stanley, JP Morgan, and Facebook. A ceremony to celebrate the honorees will be held in Phoenix this October at the JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa.

About Bee-line Communications
Bee-line Communications, Inc. is a global strategic marketing communications agency with a broad roster of clients, including companies in the Fortune 500. With headquarters in the U.S. and branches in the UK and Asia, Bee-line offers a full range of marketing services designed to move clients from aspiration to success. For more information, please visit www.buzzwithbee.com.

About Inc. Magazine
Inc. Magazine is the premier print publication for entrepreneurs and business owners for more than 30 years. In 1982, the Inc. 500 award was introduced which celebrates the fastest growing privately held companies in the United States. In 2007, it expanded to the Inc. 5000 in order to help readers get a broader and deeper understanding of the entrepreneurial landscape, as well as recognize a larger percentage of this important and growing market segment. For more information, please visit http://www.inc.com/


Contact Info:
Cara O’Shea
224-207-4320
carao@beecommunications.com


Source: http://www.sharewellnewswire.com/marketing-agency-beeline-communications-recognized-as-americas-fastestgrowing-company-2566.htm/#ixzz24oYeQw1p

CACVB ELECTRONIC MARKETING EFFORTS ACHIEVING SOME AMAZING RESULTS


Social media engagement level greater than that of top tourist destinations such as Orlando, Chicago and Washington, D.C.

Charlottesville (Sharewellnewswire.com) August 27, 2012 – The Charlottesville Albemarle Convention and Visitors Bureau (CACVB) excitedly announces great success with its electronic marketing campaign. Thanks to thoughtful, strategic and consistent efforts, the CACVB is achieving spectacular results in terms of social media fan engagement (measured in likes, comments and shares on Facebook), surpassing, in July, many top visitor destinations such as Orlando, Seattle, Washington D.C., Chicago, Philadelphia, Atlanta and the state of Virginia. In addition, the CACVB’s Charlottesville, Virginia Facebook Page (www.facebook.com/charlottesvillevirginia) received over 2.12 million impressions in the last month.

This translates into a significant increase in visitation for the Charlottesville area. Using calculations made by travel research firm, Destination Analysts, in a case study on a similar destination, the CACVB estimates that the Charlottesville, Virginia Facebook page generates $1.72 million of additional, direct visitor spending per year.

“Our strategy is simple, but effective,” says John Freeman, Internet & Social Media Specialist for the CACVB. “We do not use social media as a hard sales tool. Instead, we aim at appealing to the fans’ senses and create, maintain and increase that emotional connection that they have with our destination. We offer fans opportunities to renew their ties with Charlottesville and Albemarle County and to share their appreciation of our beautiful area with their friends.” 

Freeman also sits on the Destination Marketing Association International’s technology committee, and attends social media marketing seminars and forums, learning how to best leverage technology to promote Charlottesville and Albemarle County.

Immediate spikes in business and Facebook fans for local businesses have been measured as a direct result of the Charlottesville, Virginia Facebook page. “The CACVB posted a compliment and link on their Facebook page to my Beta Bridge and UVa.- focused art collection. My entire online store was sold out within two hours.” said Charlottesville-based artist, Kelly Keegan.

Local businesses have also benefitted from the CACVB’s social media success, often by teaming with the bureau to run free Facebook giveaways. Downtown cupcake shop, Sweethaus, saw a 33% increase in total Facebook fans after a promotional giveaway through the CACVB’s social media. Facebook posts giving away two pints of Splendora’s Gelato were seen by over 37,000 people, providing valuable publicity at no cost.

“The CACVB staff does a great job of keeping their Facebook presence fresh and engaging, there’s a real community feel to the page. We’ve definitely seen promotions with the CACVB translate into spikes in our sales” said Zach Peters, Concert Promoter at Red Light Management.

Today, Charlottesville, Virginia’s Facebook page counts over 30,100 fans and at the current growth rate will surpass 35,000 fans by the start 2013. Always on the lookout for the next trend in social media, the CACVB also engages fans via Pinterest, Twitter and a newly launched Instagram account. The CACVB stepped into the realm of social media marketing in February, 2011.

Kurt Burkhart, CACVB Executive Director, reflecting on the bureau’s demonstrated successes in the effective use of social media says that he “couldn’t be happier with these recent results, especially when you compare our engagement to that of globally recognized, iconic destinations that attract millions of visitors annually.” He credits the CACVB’s success to several factors, including a strong alumni base at the University of Virginia, the ‘strength’ of Thomas Jefferson and his Monticello, and highly strategic decisions by CACVB staff who manage its social presence daily.

About the CACVB
In addition to providing a wealth of information on the area to individual visitors, the CACVB assists tour operators, meeting planners, reunions and other groups to find attractions, restaurants, hotels, and other visitor related businesses. Its mission is “to enhance the economic prosperity of City and County by promoting, selling and marketing the City of Charlottesville and County of Albemarle, as a destination, in pursuit of the meetings and tourism markets.”

Contact Info:
Bri Warner
warnerb@charlottesville.org


Source: http://www.sharewellnewswire.com/cacvb-electronic-marketing-efforts-achieving-some-amazing-results-2565.htm/#ixzz24oXQ5ZbF