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Contact: Alan Centofante
The Gateway Network
503.635.9435
alan@centofante.com

Mercury Retail Services and The Centofante Group
Announce the Launch of The Gateway Network

San Antonio, TX, June 6, 2011 – Mercury Retail Services and The Centofante Group announced today the launch of a new joint venture, The Gateway Network. This new partnership will leverage media with retail execution. The Gateway Network will work with publishers to maximize their sales by using the most optimal solutions in the marketplace. It will provide publishers newsstand marketing services that increase revenue and reduce costs.

In an ever changing media world, the newsstand is the best way to build awareness with readers and advertisers. The Gateway Network will launch new retail promotional programs for Mercury Retail Services that will provide publishers with newsstand sales muscle and visibility to consumers.

"We think this new partnership with The Centofante Group is a natural fit for our two companies," says Trey Holder, Mercury Retail Services President and CEO. "Although social media and digital content play an important role in the marketing strategies of today, it is still imperative for publishers to emphasize newsstand sales to build a brand identity. Alan is a pioneer in our industry and understands the necessity of constantly adapting to the changes of the market," he continued. "We look forward to working together to explore new marketing solutions."

"The launch of The Gateway Network with Mercury Retail Services is an incredible opportunity," says Alan Centofante, President of The Centofante Group. "Trey Holder is an innovative entrepreneur who is creating several new initiatives that will drive sales, and Mercury's management team has many of the best professionals in our industry. I can't wait to start collaborating with them."

Alan Centofante will be the president of The Gateway Network. He is a 30-year newsstand industry veteran and the owner of a successful consulting company that focuses on city and regional publications, one of the hottest selling categories of magazines in recent years. His company represents over fifty titles. He has a proven track record of success for his clients and has played a pivotal role in making them best-selling magazines in their metropolitan areas.

About Mercury Retail Services – Mercury Retail Services was launched by The News Group Central, L.P. in 2009 to effectively deliver comprehensive, leading-edge services to retail enterprises of all sizes across the United States. Drawing upon our network's tremendous experience in the retail industry, Mercury Retail Services offer proven distribution and merchandising expertise that is second to none.

For more information regarding The Gateway Network, please contact Alan Centofante at 503.635.9435 or alan@centofante.com.

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