Merchandising Report

Hi All,

Quick update on Merchandise.

· Embroidered Merchandise

o Denim Shirts – we took 26 shirt orders and have two of the samples left

o I created a flyer for the Minstrel that instructs people how to directly order any embroidered merchandise directly through EmbroidMe. Liz included the info in the newsletter

o SwinginTern may also set up their logo and do the same thing. Working on it.

· “Play Much” shirts

o Seemed to be a hit… we ordered 51 and sold 22.

o I intend to place a larger order when we return. I believe this is a design that appeals to a large demographic, including the general community we serve.

o I may also order bumper stickers – I feel it is a compelling way to promote the Project.

· Another new design

o We came up with another cool idea that will appeal more to the “in crowd”. We’ll place a small order later this year.

· Finances – the goal of Merchandising is to strengthen the community and promote the Project vs. financial. Nonetheless, I will be watching finances carefully to be sure we come out on the upside.

o Prior merchandise. We have an inventory of the blue guitar shirts, bumper stickers, mugs. I will track the sales of those, but not report monthly.

o New expenditures (2011)