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Cooperative Print Solutions (CPS) is a large printing company who asked me to create a unique and dynamic capabilities brochure and folder piece that their sales people could give out to current and potential clients.

To complete this project, I came up with the concept, interviewed several CPS employees to write creative copy, chose the images, designed the brochure and folder, and created the prepress files to be printed by the client.

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Fall in love with your Furnishings

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Discoverthe genuine beauty of custom designed home furnishings and accessories…

at once-in-a-lifetime prices!

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Reeva Collections14112 53rd Ave. NorthPlymouth, MN 55446

Visit us online at ReevaCollections.comor call 612-877-1828 for more information.

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Reeva Collections14112 53rd Ave. NorthPlymouth, MN 55446

Swanson Homes9607 Sky Lane

Eden Prairie

Swanson Homes5135 Upland Lane

Plymouth

Swanson Homes5110 Terraceview Lane

Plymouth

Swanson Homes15715 50th Place

Plymouth

Save up to 50% on select pieces.

Visit us online at ReevaCollections.com or call 612-877-1828 to get more information or to schedule a private showing.

Experiencethe pure elegance of exclusive furnishings and accessories, designed by Jaque Bethke for

COI Design. Select pieces will be featured at five 2009 Spring Preview Parade Homes and

Models. Visit our gallery at ReevaCollections.com to view all samples available for purchase.

2009 Spring Preview Parade of Homes • February 28 - March 22 • Thursdays - Sundays • Noon - 6pm

Swanson Homes9730 Sky Lane

Eden Prairie

ExperienceExperiencethe pure elegance of exclusive furnishings and accessories, designed by ExperienceFall in love with your Furnishings

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for more information.

Jaque Bethke, a designer of exclusive home furnishings, needed to increase traffic at specific Parade Home showings, as well as scheduling more private showings of her work. I wrote the copy, and used a typographical focus on this unique direct mail piece that was targeted to a very select group of past and potential clients.

763-390-0964www.safeandsoundmn.com

Sophisticated Home Technology…Simplified

Home TheaterTheater Seating

Automation/IntegrationVideo Surveillance

Audio/Video DistributionSecurity SystemsCentral Vacuum

AND SO MUCH MORE!

6458 Zane Avenue North • Brooklyn Park, MN 55429 • Office:763-390-0964 • Fax:763-390-1333 • Cell:763-670-9333 • [email protected] • www.safeandsoundmn.com

6458 Zane Avenue North • Brooklyn Park, MN 55429

Ryan [email protected]

6458 Zane Avenue North • Brooklyn Park, MN 55429

Office: 763-390-0964Fax: 763-390-1333Cell: 763-670-9993

Upfront Installation and Equipment: $249.95Pricing: $24.95/monthThree year commitment required.Our mainstream security package includes the brand new Dsc Alexor products. This package includes fully installed: 3 door/window contacts, 1 motion detector, 1 wireless keyfob remote, 1 keypad, battery backup, sign/sticker package, and a cpu/siren.

P.O. Box 756 • Rogers, MN 55374 • 763-670-9993 • www.safeandsoundmn.com

Safety + $avingsa winning combination

www.dsc.com

See the value, get protected, and reap the insurance savings today!

Whether you’re protecting your home or business, one of the most important parts of your

security system is professional 24-hour security monitoring for rapid emergency response.

Safe & Sound professionally installs high-quality security systems, and offers security monitoring

services that are both reliable and affordable. A monitored security system will provide you with

peace of mind, while lowering your insurance premiums and saving you money.

Dsc is a superior quality system, which is comparable to other top brands! The package we offer is

valued at $599.99 in equipment alone. With Dsc products, it’s easy to add specialty devices such as

motion, glass, smoke, low temp, water, Co2 detectors. Ask for details!

Receive a $100 Discountwhen we install a system for your Customer Referral.

Safe & Sound offers a complete line of Smart Home products:• Home Theater• Theater Seating• Automation/Integration• Video Surveillance• Security Systems• Central VacuumAnd So Much More!

www.dsc.comDsc is a superior quality system, which is comparable to other top brands! The package we offer is

. With Dsc products, it’s easy to add specialty devices such as

Safe & Sound offers

Smart Home products:

• Automation/Integration

This package includes fully installed: 3 door/window contacts, 1 motion detector, 1 wireless keyfob remote, 1 keypad, battery backup, sign/sticker package, and a cpu/siren.

Dsc is a superior quality system, which is comparable to other top brands! The package we offer is

valued at $599.99 in equipment alone

Security you can trust…

at an affordable price!

Safe & Sound is pleased to announce

affordable security packages including

better equipment, service, and pricing than

our competitors. Call now to get the peace

of mind that comes from knowing that

your home or business is fully protected and

monitored by a central monitoring station.

You’ll also receive the added perk of great

savings on your insurance premiums.

See back side for more details!

763-670-9993

www.safeandsoundmn.com

Safe & Sound Home Systems needed an updated logo and overall look that would exemplify the high quality and functionality of the sound and security equipment that they professionally install.

I started by designing a logo that was clean and functional, with colors that workd well on both black and white. Next, I created a business card, stationery package and full-color capabilities brochure to showcase the product, and simplify its technical nature for customers. I also created a 2.5 x 6.5 sq. ft. trade show banner, and a 2-sided sell sheet focused on increasing sales of home and commercial security systems. Finally the design was carried through vehicle graphics and a new website.

During this process, I did the concepting, design, copywriting and prepress production of all pieces.

Safe & Sound — capabilities brochure & vehicle graphics

Want A High-Tech Home? Here’s a Simple Way to Get It.Safe & Sound makes it easy to turn your home into a smart house. Just imagine it—• Relaxingwithyourfamilyinyourveryownhometheater,withluxurioustheaterseatingandthehighestqualityHDTVhometheater

andintegratedsoundsystem.• Enjoyingpeaceofmindknowingthatathomeoraway,yourhouseissafeandsecurewithhigh-techvideosurveillanceand24-hoursecuritymonitoring.• Indulginginalifeofleisurewithafullyautomatedhomewhichlinkslighting,entertainment,securityandtelecommunicationsallintooneeasy-to-usesystem.

Don’t Just Imagine It. Live It!Safe & Sound offers you sophisticated home technology…simplified.Since2003,Safe&Soundhasbeenworkingwithhomeownersandhomebuildersjustlikeyou,integratingsmarthometechnologyintonewandexistinghomestofulfillthedreamsandmeettheneedsoftoday’sbusyfamilies.AtSafe&Sound,wemakeiteasyto:• Find the perfect systemtosimplifyyourlife,entertainyou,andkeep

yourhomeandfamilysafeandsecure.• Expertly installallcomponentsinnewandexistinghomesquickly,withouthassleormess.

• Instruct you on the operationofyoursystemssoyoucanenjoythetechnology,notwastetimetryingtolearnhowtouseit.• Provide superior servicebyrespondingtoyourcallforhelpwhenyouneedit,notjustduringregularbusinesshours.• Offer peace of mindwithaone-yearwarrantyonpartsandserviceaboveandbeyondthemanufacturer’swarranty.• Keep you updatedonthelatest,cutting-edgetechnologybykeepingourfingersonthepulseoftheindustry.

At Safe & Sound, We Offer:

• Home Theater.Customizedforyourviewingpleasure,thesizeofyourroom,andyourbudget,yourhometheatercanrangefromabig-screenplasmaTVtoatheater-likerearprojectionTVwithamazingsurroundsound.• Theater Seating.Enhanceyourentertainmentexperiencewithcomfortable,stylishtheaterseatingforpropersupportandline-of-siteviewing.Allyouneedtobringisthepopcorn.

• Automation/Integration.Enjoytheeaseofone-touchtechnologythatallowsyoutoconvenientlycontrollighting,entertainment,securityandtelecommunicationswithonecentrallycontrolledsystem.• Video Surveillance.Relaxandfeelateasewithin-homevideosurveillancethatallowsyoutoeasilyviewyourfrontdoor,nursery,driveway,dogkennel,swimmingpoolandmorefromyourTVorcomputer.

• Security Systems.Getpeaceofmindwithasecuritysystemthatmonitorsyourhome24-hoursadayandsafeguardsyourfamilyfromburglary,fire,orhomeintrusion.• Central Vacuum.Breatheeasierwithacentralvacuumsystemthatattachestoawallinletinanyroom.Quieterthanconventionalvacuums,acentralvacuumdrawsoutfivetimesmoredirtandismoreeffectiveateliminatingallergens.

And So Much More! ContactyourSafe&Soundrepresentativetodayat

763.390.0964forourcompletelineofsmarthomeproductsforyourhome.

Appreciate the Value of In-Home TechnologyA technologically-advanced home is a dream-come-true. Yoursystemswillenhanceyourhome,increaseitsvalue,makeyourlifeeasier,saferandbetter.Andlet’sfaceit,it’llmakeyourhousereally“cool”…foryou,yourfamilyandyourguests.Safe&Soundhasthe“coolest,”latesttechnologyandsystemsfromonlythetopmanufacturersintheindustry.Astechno-experts,wetakeprideinmatchingtheperfectsystemandservicetomeetyourexactneeds.

The only thing you need to bring is the popcorn.

Our Customers Are Thrilled

MegaHomesstartedcontractingwithRyanBoesenofSafe&SoundHomeSystemsin2004inordertocreateamorecustomizedrelationshipbetweenourcustomerandourelectronicssupplier.Giventherapidchangesinelectronicstechnology,wefeltitwasimportanttoworkwithacompanywhowouldprovideprofessionalism,educationandfollowthroughwithourcustomers.RyanBoesenhasprovenhimselfinallrespects.OurcustomershavecontinuallyexpressedtheirsatisfactionwithRyanandhavereferredhimontoothers.Meg Dehn, President - Mega Homes, Inc.

WewanttothankRyanfortheexcellentserviceheprovidedforanotheroneofourpreferredclients.Asalways,heexceededexpectations,notonlywithusbutalsoforourclient.HisprofessionalserviceandqualityproductswillalwayshaveuscomingbacktoSafe&Sound.Thanksagain!Majesty Companies

IwouldhighlyrecommendRyanfromSafeandSoundtoanyonethatneedshomeaudioandvideoservices.PriortohavingRyanouttomyhome,IhadhiredthreeofRyan’scompetitors.EachtimeIhadsomeonenewcomeout,myhomeautomationsystemgotprogressivelyworse!LuckilyRyancameinandcorrectlyidentifiedtheissues,providedaclearestimateofthecosts,options,andtimeline;andwhat’smostimportantisthatmyfinalcostwasthesameasmyestimate,plusthejobwascompleteaheadoftime!MyonlyregretwasthatIdidn’tworkwithSafe&Soundfromthebeginning.ThanksRyan!Mark Murray, President - Prime Advertising & Design

Sophisticated home technology…simplified. That’s Safe & Sound.

of In-Home Technologyof In-Home TechnologyA technologically-advanced home is a dream-come-true. systemswillenhanceyourhome,increaseitsvalue,makeyourhome,increaseitsvalue,makeyourlifeeasier,saferandbetter.Andlet’sfaceit,it’llmakeyourfamilyandyourfamilyandyour yourguests.

Soundhasthe“coolest,”latesttechnologyandsystemsfromonlythetopmanufacturersintheindustry.Astechno-experts,wetakeprideinmatchingtheperfectsystemandservicetomeet

allcomponentsinnewandexistinghomesquickly,withouthassleormess.ormess.or

• Instruct you on the operationInstruct you on the operationtechnology,notwastetimetryingtolearnhowtouseit.

A technologically-advanced home is a dream-come-true.

expectations,notonlywithusbutalsoexpectations,notonlywithusbutalsoforforourourclient.Hisprofessionalserviceand

client.Hisprofessionalserviceandourourclient.HisprofessionalserviceandourourqualityproductswillalwayshaveuscomingqualityproductswillalwayshaveuscomingbacktoSafebacktoSafe&&Sound.Thanksagain!

Sound.Thanksagain!&&Sound.Thanksagain!&&

Majesty CompaniesMajesty Companies

Sophisticated Home Technology…Simplified

Safe & Sound

is pleased to partner

with only the best

product manufacturers

in the business:

6458 Zane Avenue North • Brooklyn Park, MN 55429 • Office:763-390-0964 • Fax:763-390-1333 • www.safeandsoundmn.com

Only the Best for Your Home

BEAM Vacuums

Control 4 Home Automation Products

Denon Electronics

DSC Security Systems

Elan Home Systems

Escient Media Servers

Fortress Theater Seating

Liberty Wire

Lutron Lighting Control

Monitor Audio

Monster Cable

Niles Audio

On•Q Home

Panamax

RTI Control Systems

Samsung Electronics

Sanus Systems

Sharp Televisions

Velodyne Subwoofers

Xantech

and More

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A Tradition of Excellence

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Committed to the highest standards of quality

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[email protected]

Midwest Landscapes is a large, high-end landscaping company in the north metro, and they needed marketing collateral that would reflect the scope of their capabilities to the large scale clients they serve.

I worked closely with Midwest’s Vice President on this entire project. I first did an update on their existing logo, since they needed to keep it close to it’s original form. Next, I developed business cards, a stationery package and a full-color capabilities brochure and folder to showcase the company. I also created publication ads and direct mail for their wholesale tree business. Finally the design was carried through vehicle graphics and a new website.

During this process, I did the concepting, design, photo direction, copywriting and prepress production of all pieces.






• Landscape architecture• Project management

• Irrigation design• Paver and stone patios

• Retaining walls• Outdoor kitchens

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• Water features• Outdoor fireplaces

• Accent lighting• Trees and shrubs

• Perennials and annuals• Sod installation

6221 Oakwood Avenue NE • Otsego, MN 55330 • 763-241-1320 • midwest landscapes.com


Let Midwest Landscapes help you to extend the beauty and functionality of your living space beyond your home and into your yard. We specialize in professional design, development and installation of residential landscapes and hardscapes that will provide maximum pleasure for your family, enhance your neighborhood, and ultimately increase the value of your property. Each of our residential projects is unique, and offers up its own possibilities as well as its own challenges. Our Midwest team combines experience, creativity and quality craftsmanship with a personalized approach to service that meets all challenges and transforms the possibilities into fabulous landscapes.

• Project management

• Turf maintenance

• Deep hand pruning

• Ground cover control

• Turf and plant fertilization

• Insect/disease control

• Weed control

M a i n t e n a n c e • Tree maintenance

• Leaf removal

• Aeration/overseeding

• General cleanup

• Prompt snow removal

• Irrigation system

start up/shut downSpecializing in corporate campuses,

office parks, retail spaces, industrial parks,

hospitality and multi family residential.


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Properly maintaining the landscaping that surrounds your commercial

facility makes a powerful statement about your organization or business.

At Midwest Landscapes, we offer reliable, cost-effective maintenance services

for commercial properties year-round. Our worry-free, full-service programs

are customized to meet your specific needs and time schedules. From spring

fertilizing and summer trimming thru fall cleanup and prompt winter snow

removal, our team has the expertise, equipment and manpower necessary

to handle even the most extensive contracts. Our professionals will save you

time while protecting the value of your landscaping investment.

• Landscape architecture• Project management• Irrigation design• Paver and stone patios• Retaining walls• Outdoor kitchens• Water features• Outdoor fireplaces• Accent lighting• Trees and shrubs• Perennials and annuals• Sod installation

Extend the beauty and functionality of your living space beyond your home and into your yard.



When I originally started working with Midwest Landscapes they were strictly a commercial landscaping firm. Later, when they decided to add residential and commercial maintenance divisions, I designed and wrote copy for sell sheets and publication advertising that coordinated with their existing marketing package.

JCousineaus.comCatering

Since1991

Call Nowto have our NEW full-colorCatering Menu personallydelivered to your location.

763-420-8355

J.Cousineau’s13540 Grove DriveMaple Grove, MN 55311


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ADD-ON’SPretzels...................................................$1/person Mixed nuts..............................................$2/personParty mix ................................................$1.75/personTaco chips & salsa ..................................$2/person Potato chips & dip..................................$2/person Cookies and bars ....................................$13/dozen

SPECIALTY PLATTERSMexican dip with taco chips.........................................$21Seafood dip with variety of crackers ............................$27Cream cheese cornucopias and deviled eggs................$35Assorted finger sandwiches and wraps .........................$45Wheel of Brie with grapes and assorted crackers .........$30Whole poached salmon with variety of cracker ...........$75Peel n’ eat shrimp with white and red cocktail sauce.....$75

BREAKS

Sweet Treats ....................................$2.95/personVariety of bars, cookies, and coffee

Health Break....................................$4.95/personDecorative watermelon fruit bowl, yogurt, granola bars, and chilled juices

European Break ...............................$6.95/personFresh bagels, variety of meats, marmalade, cream cheese, and assorted cheeses

Snack Time ......................................$4.95/personPotato chips & dip, taco chips & salsa, pretzels & dip and mixed nuts

BEVERAGE STATIONFresh ground coffee ...............................$17/gallonIced tea or raspberry iced tea ................$17/gallonLemonade or raspberry lemonade .........$17/gallonBottled water .........................................$1.25/eachAssorted sodas .......................................$1.25/each

TRADITIONAL #1 .......................................$4.95Breakfast breads, muffins, bagels, and assorted pastriesCoffee, assorted juices, bottled water, and assorted sodas

TRADITIONAL #2 .......................................$5.95Breakfast breads, muffins, bagels, and assorted pastriesSeasonal fruit tray with yogurtCoffee, assorted juices, bottled water, and assorted sodas

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If you have a special request don’t hesitate to ask!

Catering

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TRADITIONAL BOX LUNCH ..............$5.95

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BOX LUNCH OPTIONS:

Wraps Choices:

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Ham & Swiss, Turkey & American, Salami &

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Sandwich Salad Spread Choices:

Egg Salad, Egg-xtraordinary Salad, Chicken Salad,

Ham Salad, Seafood Salad, orTuna Salad

Bread Choices:

Baguette, Croissant, or Assorted Sliced Bread

Fresh Fruit Choices:

Apple or Orange

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TRADITIONAL BOX LUNCH ..............$5.95

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fruit, mint and condiments & napkin

EXECUTIVE BOX LUNCH ...................$

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salad, fruit, chips, dessert, mint and

condiments, utensils & napkin

BOX LUNCH OPTIONS:

Wraps Choices:

Chicken Caesar, Club, Italian, or Prime Rib Philly

Sandwich Meat with Cheese Choices:

Ham & Swiss, Turkey & American, Salami &

Pepper-jack, or Shaved Prime Rib & Cheddar

Sandwich Salad Spread Choices:

Egg Salad, Egg-xtraordinary Salad, Chicken Salad,

Ham Salad, Seafood Salad, orTuna Salad

Bread Choices:

Baguette, Croissant, or Assorted Sliced Bread

Fresh Fruit Choices:

Apple or Orange

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J. Cousineau’s needed to increase it’s percentage of food to beverage sales. They decided to do this by expanding their catering business.

The first step was to schedule a photo session with a professional food photographer to get great images. Next, I created a full color Catering Brochure that was designed to be either mailed or hand delivered to local offices, with the goal of gaining exposure and increasing demand for catering to business meetings and office events. Finally, I designed a followup postcard that was direct mailed to these same local businesses as a reminder and call to action.

As a young boy growing up in Minnesota, Eric Hooper was rightfully taught to live by theGolden Rule — treat others as YOU would want to be treated. His years in business have taughthim the value of what he calls THE PLATINUM RULE — treat others as THEY want to betreated. Eric recognizes that each of his clients has individual needs, and he makes it his job toidentify, meet and exceed those needs in every way possible.

Eric earned his Masters Degree in Business Administration at the University of St. Thomas. His love and appreciation for the quality of life he enjoys in Minnesota influenced his decisionto build his profession and raise his family here. He and his wife, Shelly, live happily in theirbusy Maple Grove household with daughter, Samantha, and twins, Hanna and Sara. With one child currently enrolled in the local school system and two more who will soon be inpre-school, he is personally committed to maintaining the high level of communityinvolvement that he has come to know here.

Being a cancer survivor, at the age of 25, Eric quickly learned just howprecious life is, and he strives to live his to the fullest each and everyday. He is especially passionate about his family, clients, friends,community and church.

Eric just can’t get enough of the Minnesota outdoors…running, biking,boating and fishing are a few of his favorite activities. In addition, Ericfeeds his hunger for a bit of friendly competition by getting involved inthe motor sport of Club Racing.

Under-Promise. Over-Deliver.

Connecting you to the Good Life.Living in Maple Grove and being an active part of this rapidly growingcommunity has given Eric Hooper a tremendous amount of insightregarding the dynamic and competitive real estate market. After manyyears of building a successful real estate business in the area, Eric and histeam of professionals have become local experts at putting togethersmooth, trouble-free transactions and ultimately creating a long list ofsatisfied clients.

The primary mission of Eric’s business is to effectively connect the rightbuyers with the right sellers, and then to utilize his WIN-WIN negotiatingstyle to create positive results for everyone involved in the transaction.Client satisfaction is always Eric’s top priority.

Being affiliated with REMAX, the largest and most successful real estatecompany in the world, guarantees Eric’s clients that they will always havedirect, immediate access to the most current and complete marketinformation and marketing tools available. His expertise in analyzing thisvaluable data offers his clients a distinct advantage when it comes toachieving their real estate goals.

Eric’s business has been built on a foundation of superior customer service,with this philosophy in mind: Under-Promise and Over-Deliver. Success inthe real estate business is about having the right information at the righttime, and knowing how to use it. For Eric, it’s also about being willing to rollup his sleeves and work hard to make things happen.

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MAPLE GROVE OFFICE

7950 Main Street, Suite 230

Maple Grove, MN 55369

763-416-8000

SHOREVIEW OFFICE

480 West Highway 96, Suite 200

Shoreview, MN 55126

651-484-8800

erichooper.com

CALL TODAY

to find out how

Eric Hooper

can help you achieve

your real estate goals

Your Real Estate Connection

The real estate business is truly rewarding

for Eric. He enjoys the challenges, the people

and the knowledge that he is helping his

clients avoid the potential stress of buying or

selling a home while working to achieve their

lifelong dreams and invest in their future.

DIRECT

612-618-2963

[email protected]

MAPLE GROVE OFFICE



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We achieve excellence not only by doing thingsright, but by doing the right things. Our aggressiveapproach features opportunistic product develop-ment and sound marketing partnerships. This missionbegan in 1985 with humble roots and large goals,when our business focused on enhancing desktoplaser printers through software technology and PC-card hardware.

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We expanded our inkjet technology into wide-formatand released the DisplayMaker Professional in 1993.A revolutionary technology engineered with an OEM-supplied printer engine. This product triggered rapidgrowth within ColorSpan and fostered a prosperous new industry as well.

We began designing and manufacturing our own proprietary print engines having recognized a tremendousmarket potential for wide-format inkjet printers. Industry-wide, inkjet printing clearly draws the highest demandof all processes in use today.

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Our mission at ColorSpan: To seeopportunity on the horizon, and to conquer the possibilities with the com-bined force of many strengths united.We seek to empower our efforts withnothing less than the best partnershipsavailable, with a vision to create thefuture of digital printing.

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◆ Create a market

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◆ React and attack quickly

Opportunity Awaits: The Wide-Format Inkjet Demand*

Traditional: Offset (8.84%)Traditional: Screen printing (3.35%)Traditional: Photographic (9.60%)Digital: Inkjet (60.97%)Digital: Electrostatic (15.19%)Digital: Other (2.05%)

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* Processes used for wide-format printing, according to ì The Professional Large Format Printing Market: Purchasing Trends for Hardware,Software and Consumablesî ñ a report released by CAP Ventures, Inc., a market research and strategic consulting firm serving the digitalprinting and publishing industries.

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We searched the industry for a

leading supplier to provide us with

a productive, wide-format color

printing solution that would offer

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allow us to provide unique

solutions for our customers and

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relationship with ColorSpan

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wide-format imaging solutions.

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Ití s time to connect your business withthe hotbed of innovation. Our distinctentrepreneurial spirit sets us apart in thewide-format digital graphics industry. Formore than a decade, our work has beencharacterized by a victorious pursuit ofinnovation. We make it our business tocontinually establish the cutting-edge oftechnology in the development of com-plete printing solutions.

We unite people, products and ideas thatall share this unique philosophy ñ ití s abelief that differentiates us from othertechnology providers. We have a passionfor making the possibilities happen, fordeveloping the solutions that defineinnovation.

We wear this distinction like a badge ofhonor ñ The Big Color CompanyÆ ñ a titlethat defines our ground-breaking wide-format color print technology that kickedoff a billion dollar industry explosion.

But we doní t rest on mere accolades.Our fire never stops burning ñ it keepsus always one step ahead of the battleand always prepared to meet challengeat a moments notice.

We carry the clout with one of the most highly-respectedResearch and Development teams in the industry.We consider this experienced staff of hardware and soft-ware professionals our finest asset. This diehard groupkeeps us working relentlessly toward that competitiveadvantage, defending our position as a technology leader.

ColorSpan R&D is about:

◆ Embracing the achievement of the once unreachable

◆ Assuming the highest expectations

◆ Sharing a visionary attitude

◆ Producing technology that embodies the spirit of innovation

Through revolutionary technology such as 8-printhead architecture, ColorSpan R&D pushes down the barriersof existing design and introduces a better way for the industry to operate. Our 8-printhead technologyinstantly raised the bar on the quality, speed and versatility of wide-format printers through industry-leadingproduct developments such as the DesignWinder drum-based printer, and the DisplayMakerÆ HiRes 8-ColorPrinter Series.

We trailblaze into previously untapped marketplaces such as digital fine art ñ a once very exclusive market-place that we broke into with the GiclÈ e PrintMakerFATM. This drum-based, easy-to-use solution introduced anaffordable category that makes producing fine art a practical reality for business owners.

Other practical applications that have pushed the industry into higher performance levels include theGAMUT+ Color System, the patented Big InkÆ Delivery System, and our Automation Eye calibration system.Each innovation takes digital printing one step further into the future.

With a diligent eye on the horizon weí ve created the next innovation, the DisplayMakerÆ Series XII printer.With 12-printhead technology, this revolutionary design will establish new standards of flexibility with multiplesettings for speed, color and productivity through GAMUT+ Variable Mode Printing.

Groundbreaking technology matched with an inclusive philosophy provides tremendous opportunities for mar-ket growth. Ití s no coincidence that ColorSpan is the number one choice of professionals who consider pur-chasing wide-format printing equipment.

ColorSpaní s R&D superiority builds partnerships that bridge the gap between whatí s considered standard andwhat will carry the industry to new levels of performance.

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ColorSpaní s pioneering technology includes theAutomation Eye, a printhead-mounted CCD camera

which automates printer calibration functions.

* Of those considering a purchase of wide-format equipment, according to ì The Professional Large Format Printing Market: PurchasingTrends for Hardware, Software and Consumablesî ñ a 1998 report released by CAP Ventures, Inc., a market research and strategic consult-ing firm serving the digital printing and publishing industries.

A Big Color Market: More Professionals Choose ColorSpan*

Communication has a profoundeffect on the technology we pro-duce. It supports our products andsolutions. A well-practiced belief inpowerful communication makes usincredibly fast to market. It lets usproduce business strategy in rapid-fire response time. We can turn theship on a dime, if needed. Thatí sthe benefit our partnerships drawfrom real-time communication.

Our communication strategy centers on the experience of a battle-hardened marketing team. Our seasonedsales and marketing professionals continually dedicate themselves to delivering a lightning-fast response to ourR&D developments.

We know how to attack. Weí ve honed our ability to hit quick and saturate the marketplace with information onour newest technology. Ití s about speaking the language of market effectiveness. Our expert communicationteam accelerates the impact at which our technology reaches the globe.

Our production of promotional material is second to none. We back up our bold technology with high visibilitythrough product brochures, mailers, Web sites, trade shows and other support material. As quickly as technolo-gy changes, weí re pushing the information out to the community.

We all speak the language of Big Color. Technology specialists perform the duties of customer service, productsupport, sales assistance, and marketing. We maintain a dynamic communication with our aggressive R&Ddepartment, keeping us all on the cutting-edge.

Our unique idea of professional training is called ColorSpan University. Each and every ColorSpan team memberis a graduate of this program, where the key points of product and industry knowledge are the golden rule.

We communicate this educational experience with open house product demonstration and service training, letting our expertise serve as a resource to the industry worldwide.

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A product of marketing success, the GiclÈ e PrintMakerFA introduces an easy-to-use and affordable solution to producing gallery quality digital fine art.

Through our strong industry reputation for innovationweí ve assembled a premier team of ì Aî players. Our network of partnerships includes hundreds ofuniquely qualified resellers and international distributors.We believe thereí s no better resource than that of peopleunited, and the work they can accomplish.

ColorSpan provides a unique brand identity with prod-ucts that offer a distinct market appeal. Products such asthe DisplayMakerÆ HiRes 8-Color Printer Series create amarketable advantage for partnering OEMs and theirend-users who seek an edge in the pay-for-print business.

Cutting-edge technology such as DisplayMaker providessystem integrators an ideal product with which to partnertheir proprietary solutions.

ì Onyx's RIP supporting ColorSpan's new HiRes 8-Color technologydemonstrates our commitment to partnering with manufacturerswho are leaders in the wide-format industry."

Neil Baker, Vice President and General Manager, Onyx

A ColorSpan partnership presents anexclusive opportunity to build a strongfoothold in the marketplace. Joint effortslet each party focus on core strengths.Putting it all together, we can achieve acombined force that far exceeds the sumof the total.

The dynamic strength of our existingpartnerships has proven to be a rock-solid foothold for expanding each of ourcurrent capabilities. Now, we anticipateenormous growth through the integrationof new relationships that build bridgesinto specialized technology markets.

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Typical 4-color, 300-dpi output $11.20+

Typical 4-color, 600-dpi output $11.25+

DisplayMaker 8-color, 1200-dpi output$14.34 - nearly 30% more*

We are excited to be marketing

ColorSpan printers as part of our

Ilfostar range of wide-format

inkjet products. Our customers

expect us to offer them the best

products currently available in

their class and the DisplayMaker

HiRes 8-Color printers certainly

meet this criteria. We look upon

this agreement as the first step in

a long and mutually beneficial

relationship with ColorSpan.

Jim WileyVice President and Director Worldwide Digital

Imaging Business, Ilford í í

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A cornerstone in the foundation. ColorSpaní s innovative technology,DisplayMaker HiRes 8-Color Printer Series, introduced the industry-

leading advantage in Quality, Speed, Size and Productivity.

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* According to a survey of more than 100 domestic DisplayMaker customers. Included were questions about the sale price of prints at 4-color 300-dpi, 4-color 600-dpi, and 8-color apparent 1200-dpi.

Our entrepreneurial spirit drives this company with the heart of a champion. History proves we can chasethe possibilities and deliver the technology that defines innovation. This spirit inspired success from day one ofa small start-up company and pushes us today into the future of wide-format print technology.

ColorSpaní s market approach maintains a deliberate and aggressive battleplan. We capitalize on core compe-tencies built through achievement during our rise to industry leadership.

◆ Identifying opportunities early through grassroots strategy, always positioned for growth.

◆ Creating a specialized market through teamwork with partners.

◆ Establishing a unique brand identity with unrivaled R&D expertise.

◆ Reacting and attacking quickly with a marketing arsenal.

ColorSpaní s rise to leadership carries the strength of the industry forces and we seek to continue this growthand partnership. Our revolutionary products have profoundly affected wide-format printing and we intend totake a leadership role in the industryí s move toward specialized markets.

The opportunity is here. The marketplace is showing a growing demand for printing equipment, as evidentby the increasing occurrence of print providers who purchase more than one wide-format printer. The num-bers represent a clear upswing in demand.

If you have a mission to:

◆ Reach new frontiers

◆ Gain larger marketshare

◆ Multiply your profits

◆ Achieve recognized leadership

◆ Acquire a stronghold of technical expertise

Join forces with a team whose vision, spirit and strength can bridge the gap between what exists and what will become possible. Join ColorSpan.

The direction of technology shiftsconstantly as the digital print industryincreasingly diversifies. ColorSpanremains at the forefront of change ñhungry with its ability to recognizethe needs of the market.

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One digital printer (53.6%)

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Increasing Popularity: Multiple Wide-Format Printer Installations*

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Meet the future of wide-format printing. The DisplayMaker Series XII withrevolutionary 12-printhead design and GAMUT+ Variable Mode Printingoffers unparalleled flexibility in Speed, Color and Productivity settings.

* According to ì The Professional Large Format Printing Market: Purchasing Trends for Hardware, Software and Consumablesî ñ a 1998report released by CAP Ventures, Inc., a market research and strategic consulting firm serving the digital printing and publishing industries.

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As an Art Director at Gander Mountain, I created layouts of tabloid advertising, and directed photography for some of the covers and products shots.

As a Freelance Designer, I designed and produced a series of marketing pieces for Silver Winds Church. This included a brochure, postcards, door hangers, signs and publication ads. The concepts and designs needed to be simple and effective with a strong call to action. All were designed in one or two colors to keep the printing costs low.

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