Applewoods Enters Exclusive Agreement with QVC.WESTPORT, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 12, 1997--Applewoods Inc. and QVC QVC Quality Value Convenience QVC Question Valid Command , Inc., the world's preeminent electronic retailer, entered into an exclusive agreement which provides QVC with the exclusive right to promote Applewoods products through direct response television in the United States This article is about television in the United States, specifically its history, art, business and government regulation. Information about television technologies is covered in the main television article and elsewhere. , its territories and possessions. The agreement also provides QVC with the right of first refusal Right of First Refusal In general, the right of a person or company to purchase something before the offering is made available to others. Notes: For example, a football team may have the right of first refusal on a player's contract. to promote Applewoods product through direct response television in certain geographic areas outside the United States United States, officially United States of America, republic (2005 est. pop. 295,734,000), 3,539,227 sq mi (9,166,598 sq km), North America. The United States is the world's third largest country in population and the fourth largest country in area. . "This agreement between QVC and Applewoods, reinforces QVC'S dedication to sourcing quality merchandise from manufacturers worldwide," said Bob Ayd, QVC Vice President, Apparel, Accessories, Beauty and Health Merchandising. "We look forward to being the exclusive national retailer to offer Applewoods products in the United States." Roger M. Buoy buoy (boi, b  `ē), float anchored in navigable waters to mark channels and indicate dangers to navigation (isolated rocks, mine fields, cables, and the like). , Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Applewoods said, "It is our belief that direct response television will play an increasingly important part in the future of retailing. We are therefore delighted to have completed this agreement with QVC, the world's leader in this field and we look forward to a successful relationship in the years to come." Applewoods stores are located around the world in 23 countries. Applewoods develops and manufactures the majority of its products and sells toiletries toi·let·ry n. pl. toi·let·ries An article, such as toothpaste or a hairbrush, used in personal grooming or dressing. toiletries npl → artículos mpl de aseo (= , soaps, lotions and aromatherapy products for men and women. Applewoods shares of Common Stock are traded on The Nasdaq SmallCap Market. CONTACT: Applewoods Inc. Roger M. Buoy, 203/227-4912 |
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