Thursday, April 11, 2013

The Media Matters as PR Agency of Record



Twin-Star International Names
The Media Matters as their PR Agency of Record

Delray Beach, FL., April. 10, 2013 - Twin-Star International, an award-winning home furnishings manufacturer of quality furniture, thermoelectric wine coolers and electric heaters, has named home furnishings specialists The Media Matters, Inc. of Lexington, N.C. as its public relations agency of record. Headquartered in Delray Beach, FL, Twin-Star International brands include ClassicFlame® Fireplaces, Duraflame®, Chimney-free®, Tresanti® media consoles, home office, kitchen islands, and refrigerated wine cabinets, and Black & Decker® and Luxe™ bathroom furniture.

“One of our major goals at Twin-Star for 2013 is to increase our visibility and positioning in not only the trade markets but also the consumer arena,” stated Brian Brigham, Twin-Star director of marketing and public relations. “The Media Matters’ expertise in all facets of marketing communications with special emphasis in public relations and creative brand development will be very beneficial to us as we continue to build awareness and grow as an industry leader. Having worked with them previously on executing successful editor desk-side presentations, we look forward to leveraging their longtime media relationships.” Additionally, Brigham noted that The Media Matters will interface with and support the company’s social media initiatives.

"We are very pleased to be working with Twin-Star and the wonderful assortment of furnishings they offer," said Kathy D. Wall, president and ringleader of The Media Matters. “Our strategy is to not only increase their exposure with consumers but also in markets supported by the High Point and Las Vegas Shows, International Builder Show, International Housewares Association Show, the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show and others.”

About Twin-Star
Founded in 1996, Twin-Star International, Inc. of Delray Beach, Fl., is changing the way people entertain. Twin-Star, an award-winning home furnishings manufacturer of quality furniture, combines the latest trends with function and style to create unique pieces that enhance the lives of their customers. They use the finest hardwoods, wood veneers and finishes available, chosen specifically to match the character and need of each individual piece. Known for their ClassicFlame® Fireplaces, the finest furniture in the electric fireplace industry, their line-up also includes Duraflame®, Chimney-free® and Pro Electric Fireplaces, Tresanti® Media Consoles; Tresanti® Refrigerated Wine Cabinets; Tresanti® Kitchen Islands and Beverage Curios; Tresanti® Home Office Furniture; Black & Decker® and Luxe™ Bathroom furniture. Find out more at www.twinstarhome.com.

About The Media Matters, Inc.
Through captivating imagery, language and graphics, The Media Matters helps its clients break ahead of the competition and stand out in the world of the ordinary. Led by founder and President Kathy D. Wall, the full services agency offers public relations; social media facilitation; events and promotions; brand strategy, development and management; consumer and trade advertising planning; photography art direction; and collateral development for international companies and well-known brands. For more information, visit www.themediamatters.com.


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Monday, March 18, 2013

2012 Northern Tool + Equipment Vendor of the Year Award


Twin-Star International Honored with the
2012 Northern Tool + Equipment Vendor of the Year Award

Delray Beach, FL., Mar. 18, 2013 - Twin-Star International received the 2012 Northern Tool + Equipment Vendor of the Year Award at the biennial Northern Tool + Equipment Vendor Conference held in St. Paul, Minnesota. Receiving the Northern Tool + Equipment award for Twin-Star was Steve Mitchell, Sales Representative.

Prior to the conference the Northern Tool + Equipment review committee assessed their vendors and evaluated them according to strict standards such as innovative products, on time delivery, complete orders received, product sales, overall product quality and customer service. Twin-Star scored very high on their “vendor report card” on these and other categories and was one of three companies to receive the award for 2012.

“We are extremely proud to receive this award in recognition of our accomplishments,” commented the Twin-Star International President and Chief Executive Officer, Robert Cohen. “It tells us that our goals of creating revolutionary designs, having consistent unbeatable quality and providing astounding customer service on both the business and consumer levels are on target.”

Twin-Star supplies Northern Tool + Equipment’s stores in 78 stores throughout the United States with ClassicFlame electric fireplaces and Duraflame infrared electric heaters and stoves.

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About Twin-Star
Founded in 1996, Twin-Star International, Inc. of Delray Beach, Fl., is changing the way people entertain. Twin-Star, an award-winning home furnishings manufacturer of quality furniture, combines the latest trends with function and style to create unique pieces that enhance the lives of their customers. They use the finest hardwoods, wood veneers and finishes available, chosen specifically to match the character and need of each individual piece. Known for their ClassicFlame® Fireplaces, the finest furniture in the electric fireplace industry, their line-up also includes Duraflame®, Chimney-free® and Pro Electric Fireplaces, Tresanti® Media Consoles; Tresanti® Refrigerated Wine Cabinets; Tresanti® Kitchen Islands and Beverage Curios; Black & Decker and Luxe™ Bathroom furniture. Find out more at www.twinstarhome.com.
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Friday, March 15, 2013

Twin-Star International Names Peter Harper as Chief Financial Officer

Delray Beach, FL  Twin-Star International, an award-winning home furnishings manufacturer of quality furniture, thermoelectric wine coolers and electric heaters, has named Peter Harper as their new chief financial officer. Harper will report to Robert Cohen, president and chief executive officer of Twin-Star International.

 “We feel very fortunate to have someone as knowledgeable and talented as Peter join us at Twin-Star,” stated Cohen. “His expertise in all facets of finance and strategy with special emphasis in creating value, accelerating growth and integrating strategic planning with operational execution will be very beneficial to us as we continue to grow as an industry leader.”

Harper comes to Twin-Star with extensive public, private equity-backed and global company experience in the insurance, electronic manufacturing, consumer products, software and energy industries. Previously, he was chief financial officer at Ironshore Insurance Company and the chief financial officer and treasurer of both Sottsdale Insurance Company and Suntron Corporation.

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About Twin-Star
Founded in 1996, Twin-Star International, Inc. of Delray Beach, FL, is changing the way people entertain. Twin-Star, an award-winning home furnishings manufacturer of quality furniture, combines the latest trends with function and style to create unique pieces that enhance the lives of their customers. They use the finest hardwoods, wood veneers and finishes available, chosen specifically to match the character and need of each individual piece. Known for their ClassicFlame® Fireplaces, the finest furniture in the electric fireplace industry, their line-up also includes Duraflame®, Chimney-free® and ClassicFlame Pro Electric Fireplaces, Tresanti® Media Consoles; Tresanti® Refrigerated Wine Cabinets; Tresanti® Kitchen Islands and Beverage Curios; Black & Decker and Luxe™ Bathroom furniture. Find out more at www.twinstarhome.com.
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Monday, March 11, 2013

Twin-Star International Donates to The American Cancer Society Winn-Dixie Hope Lodge


Delray Beach, FL – Twin-Star International, a leading manufacturer of electric fireplaces and other functional furniture for the home, has donated an electric fireplace to The American Cancer Society Winn-Dixie Hope Lodge – a free housing facility for out-of-town adult cancer patients going through daily, active treatments at area hospitals.

For the donation, Twin-Star International donated a Sterling infrared electric fireplace media mantel to their Gainseville Hope Lodge. “We can’t express our appreciation for your support,” said Nancy Dohn, Hope Lodge Director Florida Division. “The fireplace arrived safe and sound and is up and warming the room! Everyone loves it. I can't begin to thank you.”


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About Twin-Star International
Twin-Star International is a leading manufacturer of electric fireplaces, bathroom furniture, media consoles, wine cabinets, heaters, infrared heaters and stoves within the brands of ClassicFlame, Chimney Free, Tresanti, Black & Decker, Duraflame and Luxe Bath Works. Twin-Star’s world headquarters is located in Delray Beach, Florida.

About The American Cancer Society Winn-Dixie Hope Lodge
Since 1986, the American Cancer Society's Winn-Dixie Hope Lodge has combined a home-like atmosphere with easy access to Gainesville medical centers for cancer patients who have traveled from out of town for treatment.  All accommodations and services of the American Cancer Society and Hope Lodge are free of charge to patients and caregivers.  This service is made possible by private donations to the American Cancer Society, the generosity of the Winn-Dixie Foundation and its employees and the University of Florida, which donated the property. To find out more about the Gainseville Hope Lodge visit
 http://www.cancer.org/myacs/florida/programsandservices/gainesville-hope-lodge


If you would like more information on this topic, or to schedule an interview, please call Twin-Star International’s Director of Marketing & Public Relations, Brian Brigham, at 561.665.8093 or e-mail bbrigham@twinstarhome.com
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Thursday, February 28, 2013

Twin-Star International Donates to the Ronald McDonald House Charities of South Florida



Delray Beach, FL – Twin-Star International, a leading manufacturer of electric fireplaces and other functional furniture for the home, has donated an electric fireplace to the Ronald McDonald House Charities of South Florida.

For the donation, Twin-Star International donated a Pasadena electric fireplace media mantel to their Ft. Lauderdale House. “We can’t express our appreciation for your support,” said Soraya Rivera-Moya, Executive Director for Ronald McDonald House Charities of South Florida. “We can’t wait to have it installed to make our home more beautiful from your kind donation.”

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About Twin-Star International
Twin-Star International is a leading manufacturer of electric fireplaces, bathroom furniture, media consoles, wine cabinets, heaters, infrared heaters and stoves within the brands of ClassicFlame, Chimney Free, Tresanti, Black & Decker, Duraflame and Luxe Bath Works. Twin-Star’s world headquarters is located in Delray Beach, Florida.

About The Ronald McDonald House Charities of South Florida
Since 1981, Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) of South Florida has been dedicated to helping local children live happier, healthier and more productive lives by supporting health care and medical research programs, education and the arts, and civic and social programs. Its cornerstone program, the Ronald McDonald House®, provides a “home away from home” for families with ill children receiving treatment at nearby pediatric medical facilities in Miami-Dade and Broward Counties. RMHC of South Florida also awards grants to local not-for-profit organizations serving children through a portion of donations from McDonald’s customers and Global Ronald McDonald House Charities matching grants. To find out more about the Ronald McDonald House Charities of South Florida visit www.RMHCsouthflorida.org

If you would like more information on this topic, or to schedule an interview, please call Twin-Star International’s Director of Marketing & Public Relations, Brian Brigham, at 561.665.8093 or e-mail bbrigham@twinstarhome.com
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Thursday, February 7, 2013

Twin-Star International Names Raymond Tam as Vice President of Operations



Delray Beach, FL., January 7, 2013 - Twin-Star International, an award-winning home furnishings manufacturer of quality furniture and electric heaters, has named Raymond Tam as their new vice president of operations, reporting to Robert Cohen, president and CEO of Twin-Star International. 

“Raymond’s technical knowledge, blended with his proven leadership ability and vast understanding of both Western and Eastern cultures will be an enormous asset to the Twin-Star team” stated Cohen. “Raymond will be based out of our China office and will have worldwide responsibility for Twin-Star’s operations team that includes the company’s quality, production, and logistics functions. 

Tam was most recently the general manager of Red Chip International, Ltd. During his tenure there he organized the management team, strengthened vendor relationships, improved quality and service, and reinvigorated product development as part of a development strategy. Tam also has previous experience in overseas manufacturing along with owning his own manufacturing company in Canada. 
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About Twin-Star 
Founded in 1996, Twin-Star International, Inc. of Delray Beach, Fl., is changing the way people entertain. Twin-Star, an award-winning home furnishings manufacturer of quality furniture, combines the latest trends with function and style to create unique pieces that enhance the lives of their customers. They use the finest hardwoods, wood veneers and finishes available, chosen specifically to match the character and need of each individual piece. Known for their ClassicFlame® Fireplaces, the finest furniture in the electric fireplace industry, their line-up also includes Duraflame®, Chimney-free® and Pro Electric Fireplaces, Tresanti® Media Consoles; Tresanti® Refrigerated Wine Cabinets; Tresanti® Kitchen Islands and Beverage Curios; Black & Decker and Luxe™ Bathroom furniture. Find out more at www.twinstarhome.com. 
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Twin-Star International Names Peter Ormond as Director of Canadian Business



Delray Beach, FL., January 7, 2013 - Twin-Star International, an award-winning home furnishings manufacturer of quality furniture and electric heaters, has named Peter Ormond as their new director of Canadian business. Ormond will report to Andrew Bandremer, senior vice president of Twin-Star International. 

“We are very pleased to have Peter join our team,” stated Bandremer. “Peter’s 26 years of experience in the sales, marketing and business development fields makes him perfect for directing and managing Twin-Star International’s Canadian sales efforts. I am sure that he will prove to be invaluable in growing our business in the Canadian market within the home furnishings channel.” 

Ormond was the trade program development manager for Nabisco and director of customer marketing for Congra Foods before becoming the vice president of business development for Greenway Home Products. He will be based out of Ontario, Canada. 

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About Twin-Star 
Founded in 1996, Twin-Star International, Inc. of Delray Beach, Fl., is changing the way people entertain. Twin-Star, an award-winning home furnishings manufacturer of quality furniture, combines the latest trends with function and style to create unique pieces that enhance the lives of their customers. They use the finest hardwoods, wood veneers and finishes available, chosen specifically to match the character and need of each individual piece. Known for their ClassicFlame® Fireplaces, the finest furniture in the electric fireplace industry, their line-up also includes Duraflame®, Chimney-free® and Pro Electric Fireplaces, Tresanti® Media Consoles; Tresanti® Refrigerated Wine Cabinets; Tresanti® Kitchen Islands and Beverage Curios; Black & Decker and Luxe™ Bathroom furniture. Find out more at www.twinstarhome.com. 
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