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Vibe Magazine Announces Asten Morgan Jr. as Associate Publisher, Director of Sales Industry Veteran Brings Expertise to Resurrected Brand
By: Business Wire | 04 Nov 2009 | 10:36 AM ET
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NEW YORK, Nov 04, 2009 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- InterMedia Vibe Holdings, LLC. (aka Vibe Lifestyle Network), parent company of the newly acquired Vibe Magazine/Vibe.com, has announced that Asten Morgan, Jr. has been hired as Associate Publisher, Director of Sales. Vibe Magazine will relaunch its first print issue in December 2009.

Morgan brings his extensive sales and marketing expertise to Vibe. Formerly Executive Director of National Sales for Glam Media, Morgan laid the groundwork for strategic partnerships generating over $1mm in 2009. Prior to that, Morgan developed the online ad sales departments at multimedia targeted companies including BET, Interactive One, NetNoir, Starz Entertainment, Phillip Morris and Procter & Gamble.

"Asten's unique background in interactive ad sales and African American media makes him a perfect fit for the relaunch of esteemed Vibe brand," said Brett Wright, Vibe Lifestyle Network Co-CEO and Chief Creative Officer. "His track record in strategic marketing will help us develop dynamic partnerships between our content and advertisers." "I'm excited to be part of the team breathing new life into such a respected media outlet as Vibe," said Morgan.

Vibe.com is already active, covering the latest daily activity in music, lifestyle and entertainment culture. Vibe Magazine will publish its first new issue in December.

About Vibe Lifestyle Network Vibe Lifestyle Network is the parent company of VIBE Magazine and VIBE.COM and is the premier destination for the hip-hop generation. Vibe Lifestyle network represents over 25 sites and reaches over 19 million unique users per month. The new Vibe is the premier destination for urban music, entertainment, culture and lifestyle for the aspirational 18-34 year old.

SOURCE: Vibe CONTACT: Squeakywheel Promotions Jackie Saril, 914-393-7043 jackie@squeakywheelpromotions.com Copyright Business Wire 2009 -0- KEYWORD: United States

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