Press Release
Cleveland, Ohio (June 26, 2009) - 708 Magazine (www.708magazine.com) has announced the acquisition of assets of Visions Production Company and its Web site portal (www.visionspro.com). The annual roster of models, music and entertainment will join 708 Magazine's existing portfolio.
The addition of Visions Production Company to our portfolio positions 708 Magazine with one of the largest regional model promotion and exposure groups in the country based on mailinglists, subscriptions and frequency. The expansion is a great decision, it will allow the Visionspro.com brand to expand larger than expectations. With the acquisition of Visions Production Company, 708 Magazine will acquire more than 30,000 subscribers. Increasing online readership and magazine subscriptions.
Currently operating in the Cleveland and Atlanta markets, Visions Production Company is the #1 source for models, music and entertainment. Visionspro.com is a fast growing online media company and is the number one host for model promotion and exposure. Their mission is to introduce a new, diverse world of entertainment with a unique blend of models and music.
The media company targets a male and female-based audience between the ages of 21 and 45 with a media portfolio that encompasses a magazine, Web site, viral marketing and special events arms. As part of the transition, Visions Production Company will appeal more to young influencers with an emphasis on user-generated content and grassroots marketing.
In an effort to expand the job market and remain true to its startup approach, 708 Magazine will strive to provide additional employment opportunities for new college graduates, interns and aspiring journalists and photographers. July 20, 2009 will mark the online debut of Visionspro.com under the 708 Magazine umbrella. March 2010 will mark the premiere issue of 708 Magazine. The publication will continue to operate in its current markets, with plans to expand internationally.