During January through June 2011 E-Cigarettes dollars grew more than 1500% over the first half of the year and unit sales grew to more than 2000% during the same time. (Tobacco Industry Handbook: State of Electronic Cigarettes).  AP News wire June 2011 Industry estimates put U.S. sales of the devices and accessories at $200 million to $250 million. The E cigarette business is forecasted to grow at more than 40% in the next 5 years.

Fuma was chosen for its extensive track record of engineering, designing, manufacturing, marketing, supporting and selling their e-cigarette product offering. Furthermore they bring not only their valuable experience as well as well as a rounded portfolio including a complete product offering that includes multiple disposables, various rechargeable, complete line of refill cartridges, a full line of accessories, free POP/POS materials, free laminated clerk training cards, Free acrylic displays (including lockable) and new product offerings coming out of R&D all the time. The Fuma web site is: www.myfuma.com

FUMA offers:

• Outstanding customer service (full factory support of both end customers and retailers at no cost to anyone)

• Consistent quality taste across all their products (a long term business solution - not only do you get the first sale but you enjoy the repeat business)

• NO INTERNET SALES

• Product is guaranteed

• Participation in your trade show and  local events along with free sales training

• Fully insured  

Fuma is a head of the power curve in all areas of the electronic cigarette industry from limited life warranty on their rechargeable batteries to their patents filed with the US patent office and all the way through their FDA registration and relationships. FUMA was the one company that was able to cover all the bases.

Fuma offers multiple tobacco blends as well as menthol and comes in various nicotine strengths that smokers are accustomed too. With these blends and strengths this covers 92% of the traditional tobacco cigarette market. The products provide superior taste due to using real tobacco oil and essences and quality designed products within the Fuma brand.

Currently five Peer members are purchasing from Fuma:

• Adco Distributors, Inc., OH

• Atlantic Dominion Distributors, VA &NC

• HT Hackney, (formerly Ohio Valley Wholesale), KY

• Richmond Master Distributors, IN

• Sledd Co., WV

Here’s is what two Peer Members have to say about Fuma:

"They have been great to work with and have an outstanding product which they support and stand by for the consumer. We have had great sales growth and their representatives have worked with us in building this business. They are also not out there trying to undercut the wholesalers selling direct to retailers. They understand the future of the category and any potential changes with laws that may alter the way these products will be sold in the future."

– Kevin Barney, Atlantic Dominion Distributors, VA

"Fuma has a quality product and great customer service to the consumer. We have been trouble free for nearly two years now. Fuma has lived up to all of their promises and they have been a great partner. There are a lot of E-Cigs out there to choose from and I believe that we were fortunate to have chosen Fuma, as it has been smooth sailing from day one. Many companies have come and gone over the last few years, Fuma is in it for the long haul."

-Frank P. Davoli, Master Distributors, IN

This program, will pay your company annual patronage dividends* (*see note below) directly from PMA on your purchases of Fuma products.  All patronage dividend amounts must be approved for distribution by PMA’s Board of Directors. All Peer members will receive 2 points under PMA’s Points Program Tracking (PPT) for their participation in this program. For more information on patronage dividends please contact Vince Montini 201.818.9191,or email:  vince.montini@peer-marketing.com

For samples, questions, or more information contact: 

David Van Laar

Vice President Sales

Fuma

888.229.1836

616 920-9228

david.vanlaar@myfuma.com

Vince Montini

Peer Marketing Associates, Inc.  

201.818.9181

vince.montini@peer-marketing.com

* PMA distributors purchasing under the WAM program will received PMA patronage at a reduce rate.

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Jan. 9, 2012

Click here to read ---->   Gladson Announces Exclusive Peer Member Discount

Gladson, headquartered in Lisle, Illinois, provides product information and related services to consumer packaged goods manufacturers, retailers, wholesalers and brokers. The company builds databases of product information and package images for a wide range of uses, including shelf space management, category management, logistics, advertising and e-commerce and mobile applications such as inventory management and order entry. Gladson also provides planogram development and maintenance services and in-store merchandising solutions including image shelf strips and shelf tags that support efficient planogram implementation, ongoing compliance and increased product sales. To learn more, contact us directly at 630.435.2234 or email us at pma@gladson.com.  

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Jan. 2, 2012

94 Peer member companies use RED Stamp cigarette stamping machines

RED Stamp is now introducing a Preventative Maintenance program.  The program includes two visits per year from a RED Stamp factory trained service tech.  At each visit the tech will thoroughly service each RED Stamp machine that is located at the facility.  He will provide training for operators as needed and review the maintenance that operators should be doing on a regular basis.  There are many benefits to the program including minimizing downtime, maximizing the equipment life, planned service visits, and lower costs from RED Stamp for parts and labor.  RED Stamp is encouraging all their customers to take advantage of the program. 

As part of our program with RED Stamp we have negotiated a 10% introductory, first year only, discount on all RED Stamp Preventative Maintenance.  We have also negotiated a 7.5% discount on all equipment purchased by Peer members from RED Stamp in 2012.  The program will also pay year end patronage dividends. We are very happy to have a company like RED Stamp who is such an integral part of so many of our members operations as one of our partner companies.

For more information about the RED Stamp Preventative Maintenance Program please contact:

            Chris Knapp                                                 Vince Montini

            Customer Service Manager                       President

RED Stamp, Inc.                                          PMA

(877) 733-7826 EXT 252                            (201) 818-9181

                cknapp@redstampinc.com                     vince.montini@peer-marketing.com

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Dec. 8, 2011

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November 21, 2011

Peer Marketing Associates, Inc. (PMA) is pleased to announce an agreement with Green Waste Technology Consulting Services (GWTCS). Participating members in this program should be able to

REDUCE WASTE COST!

The new program with GWTCS can help you:

·         Promote efficiencies and sustainability through waste logistics

·         Pinpoint where you are losing money

·         Seize opportunities in the local waste and recycling markets

·         Reduce your waste and recycling cost

GWTCS is a leading waste management consulting firm specializing in developing programs to help companies significantly improve efficiency, reduce costs, reduce waste, and protect the environment, all while increasing revenue and the bottom line.

GWTCS will do a complete analysis of your waste services.  GWTCS does this work behind the scenes – leaving you with time to work on your other projects – making money. 

GWTCS works with you and your current vendor(s) utilizing a proprietary step-by-step process to reduce your waste cost while promoting sustainability and efficiency within your business.

GWTCS offers a free consultation. Any fee earned is 100% performance based.  GWTCS does not get paid unless they can provide you with quantifiable savings, and then they simply share in the savings, after it hits your bottom line.

PMA receives a percentage of the GWTCS fee earned.  From the money PMA receives, annual patronage dividends will be distributed to members participating in this program. 

Questions, or for a free consultation, please contact one of the following and mention membership in PMA:

Glenn Overturf                                                                       Fred Parker

(318) 752-2922                                                                       (318) 741-5600

             glenno@greenwastetech.com                                                    fredp@greenwastetech.com

To learn more about GWTCS go to:  www.greenwastetech.com

For FAQs  and case studies click here --> FAQ and Case studies and process.pdf

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Attention Peer Members!  Want to sell and make more - without buying more? Then read on.

Be a Part of Peer’s Next

 Successful Cigarette Program!

Peer Marketing Associates & King Maker Marketing, Inc.’s

 Controlled Label Cigarette program involving the brands

ACE and Gold Crest

Participation and purchases are growing!

54 Peer distributors have purchased

 ACE and/or Gold Crest to date and are enjoying increased cigarette margins as a result. Don’t miss out on the success of this program!

         Reminder: Our bylaws require our members to

                “ . . carry in its inventory at least one of the cigarette products offered by Peer . . .”