FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
For more information:
Richard Heiner
704.405.0416
rheiner@nexxuslighting.com
NEXXUS LIGHTING ANNOUNCES SELECTION OF FLEISHMAN-HILLARD AS COMMUNICATIONS AGENCY OF RECORD
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (May 22, 2008) – Nexxus Lighting, Inc. (NASDAQ Capital Market: NEXS), a world leader in advanced lighting technology, including solid-state LED and fiber optic lighting systems and controls used in commercial, architectural, signage, swimming pool and retail lighting, today announced that it has chosen Fleishman-Hillard, one of the world’s leading public relations firms, to provide strategic communications planning and media relations support.
“After conducting a search of Charlotte public relations agencies, Fleishman-Hillard was selected for their local market presence and strong media relations experience,” said Richard Heiner, director of marketing, Nexxus. “We believe that Fleishman-Hillard will bring increased awareness to our developing lighting technologies and help grow our business. We are excited to partner with such a highly reputable company and look forward to working with the Fleishman-Hillard team. Their first assignment will be assisting the company’s launch of it’s new Array Lighting technology at the LightFair International trade show May 28th in Las Vegas, Nevada.”
Nexxus Lighting, Inc. Life’s Brighter!™
The word “nexus” means link or connection and our new vision is simple: To connect advanced technology with light, for customers all over the world. With over 80 Manufacturers Representatives and 40 International Distributors serving over 75 countries, Nexxus Lighting is committed to growth through the development of advanced lighting technology to reduce energy consumption and provide superior lighting solutions to the global lighting market. For more information, please visit the Nexxus Lighting Web site at www.nexxuslighting.com.
Fleishman-Hillard Inc.
Fleishman-Hillard Inc., one of the world's leading public relations firms, has built its reputation by using strategic communications to deliver what its clients value most: meaningful, positive, and measurable impact on the performance of their organizations. The firm is widely recognized for excellent client service and a strong company culture founded on teamwork, integrity, and personal commitment. Based in St. Louis, the firm operates throughout North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East, South Africa, and Latin America through its 80 owned offices. For more information, visit the Fleishman-Hillard Web site at www.fleishman.com.
Fleishman-Hillard is a part of Omnicom Group Inc. (NYSE: OMC) (www.omnicomgroup.com). Omnicom is a leading global advertising, marketing and corporate communications company. Omnicom's branded networks and numerous specialty firms provide advertising, strategic media planning and buying, interactive, direct and promotional marketing, public relations and other specialty communications services to more than 5,000 clients in more than 100 countries.
Certain of the above statements contained in this press release are forward-looking statements that involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Such forward-looking statements are within the meaning of that term in Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Reference is made to Nexxus Lighting’s filings under the Securities Exchange Act for factors that could cause actual results to differ materially. Nexxus Lighting undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. Readers are cautioned that any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties, and that actual results may differ materially from those indicated in the forward-looking statements as a result of various factors. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements.
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