NEWS RELEASE

December 20, 2011

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

(CITY OF INDUSTRY, Calif., December 20, 2011) – Sweda Company, LLC (ASI# 90305) announced the 35 winners of its Oakley® Roller Bag Giveaway contest. The contest, held in honor of the company’s 35^th anniversary, yielded excitement both internally and externally.

 “Notifying the winners of this contest was a fun process,” said Jamie Berridy, Marketing Manager. “Many of them were aware of the contest because of the communications through our social media outlets, particularly our Facebook page. However, a few were unaware they even qualified for the contest and when our customer service team called to congratulate them as winners, they were doubly excited and really helped to increase the contest excitement as a result,” added Berridy.

 All winners will receive one Oakley® Carry On Roller Bag (MSRP $135.00).

 “This was a great way to highlight our 35^th anniversary with a gift that delivers extreme functionality,” said Scott Pearson, VP of Merchandising. “The Carry On Roller is built to fly, it’s the perfect size for any type of transportation and fits in most aircraft overhead compartments,” added Pearson.

 For a complete list of winners, contact your local representative or call Customer Care toll free (800) 848-8417 (6am – 6pm PST). You can also e-mail the company at sales@swedausa.com or visit www.swedausa.com. 

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About Sweda Company, LLC:  Founded in 1976, Sweda Company, LLC is a top-20 integrated supplier and manufacturer of promotional products that provides innovative marketing solutions for the advertising specialties industry. Headquartered in the City of Industry, CA, the privately-owned company, which is accredited by the Quality Certification Alliance (QCA) and is an ASI 5-Star Supplier, offers complete services, competitive pricing and quality customer care to its distributor customers.  Sweda stocks hundreds of products in over 18 categories including bags, drinkware, electronics, computer accessories, writing instruments, stationery, watches and eco­friendly products.  Visit www.swedausa.com.