Vibe Magazine Announces Asten Morgan Jr. as Associate Publisher, Director of Sales

Wed Nov 4, 2009 10:36am EST
 
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Industry Veteran Brings Expertise to Resurrected Brand
NEW YORK--(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.

Squeakywheel Promotions
Jackie Saril, 914-393-7043
jackie@squeakywheelpromotions.com

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