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VTech Named Official Cordless Phone of the LPGADAYTONA BEACH, Fla., March 27, 2009 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- The Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) has welcomed VTech Communications into the LPGA family as the official cordless phone of the LPGA. Commissioner Carolyn F. Bivens announced the partnership last evening at a pairings party for the J Golf Phoenix LPGA International Presented by Mirassou in Phoenix, Ariz. Bivens was joined by Tom Bacon, VTech Vice President of Marketing, and Kathie Vu, LPGA Vice President of Corporate Partnerships, as well as a handful of players individually sponsored by VTech. "We are proud to name VTech the official cordless phone of the LPGA," said Vu. "The company is a global leader in innovative, high quality, consumer electronics products, and following several years of LPGA player sponsorships, we are excited to expand VTech's involvement to a broader partnership." As both a global supplier and the largest cordless phone supplier in the United States, VTech provides innovative technology and style to deliver cordless phone systems that match contemporary consumer tastes and push the envelope with rich features and unique offerings. To build greater brand awareness of VTech products, VTech will have a presence in LPGA telecasts during the 2009 Tour season through commercials as well as advertising on LPGA.com. Later this season, VTech will announce special promotions as part of its LPGA partnership. "We have been long-time fans of the LPGA and its offerings on and off the course," said Bacon. "By expanding our role with the LPGA, we hope to drive home with LPGA followers that VTech products and programs empower women to stay connected and deliver relevance in their everyday lives. We look forward to an exciting season with the LPGA and our Team VTech players." VTech has sponsored several LPGA players since 2005. For 2009, Team VTech includes Diana D'Alessio, Amy Hung, Becky Morgan, Alena Sharp and Karen Stupples. About VTech(R) VTech is one of the world's largest suppliers of corded and cordless telephones and a leading supplier of electronic learning products. It also provides highly sought-after contract manufacturing services. Founded in 1976, the Group's mission is to be the most cost effective designer and manufacturer of innovative, high quality consumer electronics products, and to distribute them to markets worldwide in the most efficient manner. For further information on VTech and its array of products, please visit www.vtechphones.com. About the Ladies Professional Golf Association The LPGA features a membership comprised of world-class LPGA Tour professionals and dedicated Teaching and Club Professionals (T&CP). Today's LPGA Tour features the most talented global group of professional athletes who, in 2009, will compete in a minimum of 30 official money events in 10 countries with total prize money of nearly $55 million. In addition to its dynamic Tour members, 1,200 certified LPGA T&CP members serve the golf industry in teaching, coaching and management positions, and oversee programs aimed at increasing the involvement of women, girls and youth in golf. The LPGA's vision is to inspire, empower, educate and entertain by showcasing the best golf professionals in the world. Its Mission is to be a leader in the world of sports, to promote economic empowerment for all members, and to serve as role models on and off the course. The LPGA is headquartered in Daytona Beach, Fla. For more information on the LPGA, log on to www.LPGA.com. Media Contacts: Jason Taylor, LPGA; 386-274-6281, [email protected] Erica Rios, GolinHarris for VTech; 714-662-5111, [email protected] SOURCE VTech http://www.vtechphones.com |