OpenChannel Network Announces Partnership With Thomas Kinkade to Launch the 'Thomas Kinkade Network'

OpenChannel Network Announces Partnership With Thomas Kinkade to Launch the 'Thomas Kinkade Network'

SILICON VALLEY, Calif., May 31 /PRNewswire/ -- OpenChannel Network "OCN" announced today it has signed an agreement with Thomas Kinkade, the world renowned "Painter of Light(TM)" to launch the Thomas Kinkade Network. Initial plans included the creation of a branded internet broadcast network with a number of channels that reflect the Thomas Kinkade philosophy of honoring family, home and life.

"We are very excited and pleased with the technology platform and solutions offered by OpenChannel Network. OCN was selected because of their flexible content publishing engine and the team fit and synergy between the two organizations." Todd Stewardson, Vice President, Sales, The Thomas Kinkade Company.

"Internet media channels are the next wave of media and content distribution. The cost per person reached is a fraction of traditional television programming, plus the users receive the value of interactive content. We are thrilled to be partnering with the Thomas Kinkade Company in their online network design and launch, said Tracy Bender, Founder and CEO, OpenChannel Network.

About OpenChannel Network

OCN ignites the web based media revolution by providing companies turnkey solutions for creating, launching and maintaining their online web channel presence. It is our vision to create useful online content channels for the masses; much like satellite television redefined its broadcast market. OpenChannel offers solutions ranging from channel creation and marketing to full content design solutions. Our customers range from small entities, seeking to explore the benefits of online broadcast presence, to Fortune 500 companies seeking to create a dominant multi-channel network. http://www.openchannel.com/

About The Thomas Kinkade Company

The Thomas Kinkade Company publishes the work of Thomas Kinkade and distributes his art and related collectibles through independently owned galleries worldwide, an extensive network of branded and licensed dealers, and strategic marketing relationships with more than 70 licensees. The company's primary products are canvas and paper reproductions that feature Mr. Kinkade's artistic unique use of light and his peaceful and inspiring themes. Mr. Kinkade, known as the "Painter of Light(TM)," is the most successful and most collected living artist in U.S. history. For more information, please visit the Company's web site at: http://www.thomaskinkade.com/.

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Source: OpenChannel Network

CONTACT: Jay Lord of OpenChannel Network, +1-408-621-1500,
jlord@openchannel.com; or Jim Bryant, Manager, Corporate Relations of The
Thomas Kinkade Company, +1-408-201-5020, j.bryant@kinkade.com

Web site: http://www.openchannel.com/
http://www.thomaskinkade.com/

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