Food Industry Business Network stays recession-proof with acquisitions

Sell Gourmet Network acquires two websites, re-vamps brand identity, and implements new business model.

Houston, TX - October 28, 2009. The Sell Gourmet Network (SGN) - a business portal that connects all business-types in the gourmet and specialty food industry - proudly announced the acquisition of two complementary industry websites, iBuyGourmet.com and WholesaleGourmetDirect.com, here today. In a move that otherwise may be seen as risky in an uncertain economic climate, company officials are confident that the acquisitions will allow them to further establish themselves as leaders in the industry.

“Growing by acquisition and creating strategic alliances will allow us to capture a greater market share while competitors are doing the opposite - cutting back, liquidating assets, and even re-organizing by way of bankruptcy to keep afloat”, said Sell Gourmet Network’s President, Jerry Gabbert.

In addition to the acquisition, SGN retained the services of an industry marketing and consultancy firm, Gourmet Business Solutions, to create a new brand identity, update the websites’ technology, features, and revenue model.

In lieu of the acquisitions and overhauls, SGN has kicked off a new promotion that waives all slotting/stocking fees through November for new producers wishing to market and sell their products on The Sell Gourmet Network websites. Interested vendors should contact SGN by emailing join@sellgourmet.com This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for information regarding the vendor candidacy program.

Press & Media Inquiries, please contact Jerry Gabbert, President, by emailing Jerry@sellgourmet.com This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or calling 832-559-7317

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