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Alvanon Announcements

June 19, 2009

Announcement

ALVANON PARTNERS WITH NEW LUXURY CONCEPT, UMAN, TO FIND THE IDEAL MAN

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NEW YORK - 19th June, 2009 - Alvanon, the global size and fit expert in the fashion industry, today announced that it has completed its first engagement with Uman, the new, Italian, luxury men's concept being launched this week in Milan. The vision of Umberto Angeloni, former CEO of Italian menswear legend Brioni, Uman seeks to capture the essence and spirit of the modern, global, self-made man. Mr. Angeloni approached Alvanon, owners of the largest database of consumer body measurements in the world, and the acknowledged industry expert on all matters related to sizing and fit, to bring the vision of Uman to life.

October 20, 2008

Announcement

ALVANON AND IFTH COLLABORATE TO RELEASE MOST EXTENSIVE SERIES OF FRENCH BODY MEASUREMENTS FOR THE APPAREL INDUSTRY

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New York City and Paris - October 20, 2008 - Alvanon, the global size and fit expert, today announced a collaboration with the Institute Francais du Textile et de l'Habillement (IFTH) to create standard French sizes for the apparel industry. The study, conducted by IFTH in 2006, which included more than 11,500 scans of French citizens in 37 different sites in France, provides powerful insight into how to improve fit for the French body for apparel brands both in France and those seeking to gain a competitive advantage in the market.

August 12, 2008

Announcement

ALVANON RELEASES MOST EXTENSIVE CHINESE BODY MEASUREMENT STUDY

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NEW YORK - August 12, 2008 - Alvanon, the global size and fit expert, today announced it has compiled the most extensive collection of body scan research in China. Over 28,000 people were scanned in four key regions of the country at various urban retail shopping centers. The scanners captured 45 measurements per person, resulting in the largest body measurement study ever performed in China.

June 17, 2008

Announcement

Fueling Growth Strategy, Alvanon Expands Senior Management Team to Drive Company's Continued Global Expansion

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NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Alvanon, the global size and fit experts in the retail fashion industry, today announced the global expansion of its senior management team, another step forward as the company expands and continues its growth. Alvanon has promoted two of its leading executives, Ed Gribbin and Edward Lemack, to lead the company's expanding consulting services and international development.