Planned Furniture Promotions Names Mark Bannon, Partner

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Roy Hester, national Vice President Of Sales for Planned Furniture Promotions, an affiliate of Gene Rosenberg Associates, LLC announced that long-time employee Mark Bannon will become a partner in the firm, effective January 1, 2006. Bannon currently serves as National Marketing And Account Manager for PFP, a company recognized by industry media as the leader in planned retail promotions. Bannon has recently had significant responsibility in acquiring and managing the Rhodes and Levitz liquidations for PFP. “Planned Furniture Promotions has enjoyed its most successful year ever in 2005 and Mark’s energy and creativity have contributed greatly to our results. We are thrilled to be able to recognize his efforts and insure that Mark will be an important part of our leadership for a long time to come,” said Hester. Bannon began working with Gene Rosenberg Associates in 1976 and served in many capacities. He recently rejoined the company a National Marketing and Account Manager. Bannon has been involved in managing sales and operations, as well as assisting with branding, marketing, and promotion. “I am delighted for this opportunity to expand my involvement. It is rare to have such a long relationship with one company, but this is no ordinary company. PFP’s unique business model, high sense of integrity, and solid financial position make this a special place and one that can really make things happen for our retail clients of all sizes. I am honored to be part of the leadership of PFP,” said Bannon. Planned Furniture Promotions, Inc. (PFP), an affiliate of Gene Rosenberg Associates, LLC. has been acknowledged by leading industry media as North America’s number one retail home furnishings promotional specialist. Since 1962, Gene Rosenberg Associates has specialized in the planning and implementation of promotions of limited duration for retailers of all sizes who are interested in quitting business, retiring, raising cash, and other urgent goals. PFP offers complete services including buying power, inventory planning and management, sales staffing, advertising, financing, and more, serving as the strategic partner for retailers during their promotional event. Operating throughout the United States and Canada, PFP’s headquarters is located at 9 Moody Road, Enfield, CT 06082. Phone: 1-800-472-5242. Website: www.PFPromotions.com.