Press Release :: Ocober 2008

Lee’s Summit, Mo. (October 22, 2008) —Joe Distefano and Pro Riders Marketing are proud to announce our appointment to National Sales & Marketing Management of the following companies in the past 30 days.



Cyron L.E.D. Lighting – Cyron is a state of the art company providing top flight product to all industries L.E.D. lighting needs based in Chatsworth, Ca..

Joe Distefano will assist V.P. of Sales, Shell Rienish, in the development and maintenance of new accounts world wide. “Having Joe D. on the team will round out our staff to address the needs of the company and dramatically impact our sales and industry presence moving forward.” Said Rienish.
www.cyron.com




LaRosa Designs – Seats and Accessories –LaRosa Designs Owner Don LaRosa has a well rounded line of top quality seats and accessories for numerous Harley and custom applications. Headquartered in San Leandro, Ca., LaRosa Designs is in the process of developing a long list of additions to suit the needs of the metric market as well.

“We feel having the benefit of Joe’s 32 years of success in the motorcycle business, a long list of well established industry associates, as well as a work ethic that stands unmatched from my experience will be just the thing to take our company to the next level. We have the quality, selection, style, capacity, and value pricing to give Joe the tools he needs for success. We will support his efforts, whatever it takes!” Says Don LaRosa.




Baron Harley-Davidson Auto and Truck Accessories — Licensed products based in Huntington Beach, Ca. is an approved vendor for Harley-Davidson Motor Co. selling directly to the motor company as well as the Harley dealer network world wide.

“We have never ventured into the aftermarket segment of either the motorcycle industry, automotive, or truck markets with our product line. We have the accessories that Harley enthusiast want for the four wheel vehicle like license plate frames and trailer hitch covers. We expect Joe D. to take us places we have never been before” Said Paul Snider, National Retail Director for Baron. Snider adds, “We are fortunate to have a guy like Joe on the team and look forward to great things in the future for our company!”
www.baronlfi.com




Texport USA – Based in Plymouth, Ma., CEO and industry veteran Jamie Goodson has developed an exceptional line of quality apparel, addressing all types of motorcycle enthusiast.
“The hot products heading toward the 2009 season are our textile line of apparel. Excellent quality, great look and feel, coupled with functionality is what the contemporary enthusiast is looking for. Whether they ride an American V-twin Chopper or the fastest Sport bike….everyone wants to look good, be comfortable, and safe when cruising down the highways of the world.” Says Goodson.

“I have worked with Joe for many years and am confident that he will expand our company sales through major distribution channels throughout the industry. Everyone at Texport is looking forward to work with Joe D. and company!” adds Goodson.
www.texportusa.com

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Joe Distefano will continue as National Sales Manager of ACCEL Motorcycle Product in Cleveland, OH.
www.accel-motorcycle.com

Also as National Sales Manager of Paughco MC, LLC inventors of the original Harley Dealer Only (HDO) Chrome Forged Wheel Program.
www.paughco.com


For further information on these quality companies:

Contact: Joe Distefano
Phone: 319-389-0798
e-mail: proridersmarketing@sbcglobal.net
URL: www.proridersmarketing.com

Paughco MC Wheel Division

PAUGHCO MC is a new division of Paughco Inc. created specifically to provide aftermarket wheel manufacturers with wheel blanks of the highest possible quality.

This quality should be assured given the fact that the people behi! nd the n ew enterprise have a combined total of more than eighty years of experience in the design, manufacture and sales of forged aluminum wheels and wheel blanks for motorcycles.

Talking about the new division Joe Distefano, VP of Sales, said: "This is a new division of Paughco, Inc. Paughco has consistently provided top quality part, accessories, and service to the Harley-Davidson motorcycle aftermarket industry, and this wheel division will be no exception to that long tradition that Paughco has established since 1969. Wheels will be the only business of this new company, and not a sideline." He continued, saying on the subject of availability: "This is the largest issue of all according to our research. When was the last time you called your current supplier and had a pre-polished wheel blank shipped within 24 hours? Answer - never. Paughco MC will maintain levels of inventory on all popular sizes in pre-polished blanks, ready to go at moments notice."

Paughco MC wheel blank company will offer a wide range of wheel sizes in both 2D and 3D styles, and ship orders within 48 hours of confirmation.

The wheel blanks are forged in an 8,000 ton hydraulic press, utilizing the latest in wheel technology and die design. The blanks are forged conventionally to guarantee the correct material flow is obtained for the maximum in weight-to-strength ratios. Aircraft grade aluminum forgings are heat-treated to 6061-T6 and machined on brand new, dedicated CNC turning centers that are fixtured to only run motorcycle rims.

The blanks are engineered to facilitate tire installation and removal. All Paughco MC wheel blanks are pre-polished to above industry standards, and are inspected throughout the process, with a final inspection prior to shipment.

PAUGHCO
Carson City, Nevada, USA
For information: Call Joe Distefano
Tel: 319 389 0798
Fax: 866 205 2422
joed@paughcomc.com
www.paughco.com

ACCEL Motorcycle

JOE DISTEFANO JOINS ACCEL MOTORCYCLE

Cleveland, Ohio (March 2007) ACCEL Motorcycle has contracted Joseph Distefano to spearhead the company’s Powersports efforts. This strategic addition of Distefano to the ACCEL Motorcycle team reflects ACCEL’s commitment to the focused effort of returning the ACCEL brand to the forefront of the industry.

Joe Distefano comes to ACCEL Motorcycle with more than thirty years experience in the custom motorcycle industry, ranging from owning his own shop, to being a Senior Sales Rep for NEMPCO and a Senior National Field Rep with Custom Chrome. Distefano has been a major sales and marketing force for a variety of suppliers in this industry, including holding major leadership positions in distribution, wholesale and manufacturing companies like J&P Cycles and Weld Racing Motorcycle division. Joe will continue his duties as the National Sales Manager for Forge-Tec Motorcycle Wheels. We are confident that he will be an asset to ACCEL Motorcycle’s plans for short and long-term targeted marketing, and maximum growth to the brand line.

For over 35 years, ACCEL Motorcycle has been a leader in the industry, providing custom performance motorcycle products ranging from premium quality ignition products to custom billet accessories, and much more. ACCEL Motorcycle is a division of The Mr. Gasket Performance Group, a leading manufacturer and supplier of quality performance products sold through the automotive and motorcycle markets, with brands including ACCEL, ACCEL/DFI, Hays, Jacobs, Lakewood, Mallory, and Mr. Gasket.

For more information on ACCEL Motorcycle products, including the latest instructions, new product information, catalog, and dealer look-up, please visit our web site at
www.accel-motorcycle.com/

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Forge-Tec takes Daytona

Forge-Tec takes Daytona by storm!

Daytona 2007 was a great event for Forge-Tec Motorcycle Wheels. The city projected 500,000 attendees. The event fell short of that mark in numbers, but not in interest for our product. A number of other wheel companies had beautiful show trucks selling directly to the retail public. The displays were impressive.

The staff from Forge-Tec applied old fashioned "elbow grease," and spent the time and resources supporting our customers. Forge-Tec had displays at numerous locations and were taking orders from all over the greater Daytona Beach area... working for our customers, instead of selling to their customers.

From the crowd reaction, we must say in all modesty, Forge-Tec style and quality are quickly becoming what may eventually be considered "the yard stick by which all others will be measured!"

Wheels are our only business.

Not a side line.

We would like to thank all of our customers, and especially their customers, for the support at this year's 66th Annual Daytona Beach Bike Week.

Joe D.
email: proridersmarketing@sbcglobal.net
Cell Phone 319-389-0798

P.S. Attention builders, dealers and distributors: need some old fashion elbow grease applied to the market on your behalf? Call me. Before your competitor does!

tag: Forge-Tec Motorcycle Wheels

Daytona Beach Update

Bike Week is just around the corner!

Pro Riders Marketing wishes everyone a prosperous 66th Daytona Beach Bike Week. I will be on site from March 2nd through the 8th, and look forward to meeting those dealers, builders, and distributors looking for assistance with their marketing plans. I am just a phone call away and "at your service!"

Be sure to check out the Forge-Tec Wheel displays in various vendor booths, including Kim Suter's KC Creations show truck at the Daytona International Speedway.

Joe D.
email: proridersmarketing@sbcglobal.net
Cell Phone 319-389-0798

P.S. It is not too late to plan and execute for the 2007 riding season!

tag: Daytona Beach Bike Week

Thanks for Stopping By

VTwin Expo by Easyriders

Just a short note of thanks for stopping by the Forge – Tec Motorcycle Wheels booth last week. It was great to catch up with everyone at the start of the new year!

As you can imagine, I have a desk full of notes and business cards. And I WILL get back to you. If you cannot wait until I get to your card, please feel free to pick up the phone and call me.

Pro Riders Marketing is here to help make you more profitable in 2007. If we have yet to do so, make sure that we design the specific programs that will address your specific needs.

We can make things happen!

Joe D.
email: proridersmarketing@sbcglobal.net
Cell Phone 319-389-0798

P.S. Hope to see you all at Daytona Beach Bike Week.

tag: V-Twin Expo\

VTwin Expo

VTwin Expo by Easyriders
February 3-5th, 2007
Duke Energy Convention Center, Cincinnati, OH

ATTENTION DEALERS, BUILDERS, & DISTRIBUTORS

We would like to welcome you to another V-Twin Expo!

My name is Joe Distefano from Pro Riders Marketing. We proudly represent the following vendors exhibiting this year:

• 
  Forge – Tec Motorcycle Wheels – Booth# 270
• 
  Kerr Leathers (Leather Apparel & Helmets) – Booth# 2440
• 
  ACCEL Motorcycle Products – Booth# 913
• 
  B’ Cool Products (Fenders & Rollers) – Booth# 377
• 
  Maximum Metal Works (Frames & Rollers) – Booth# 2325

I urge you to make it a point to visit each and every one of these displays and speak to the fine professionals working to promote this great industry we love!

They are all literally the very best in their respective areas of expertise! Seasoned professionals that truly have their finger on the pulse of the industry and have the sincere desire to help make you successful!

I will personally be stationed at the Forge-Tec Motorcycle Wheel Booth# 270 and look forward to seeing you this weekend.

We are all here to help make you more profitable in 2007 and look forward to the opportunity! Designing programs that will address your specific needs is my job. Keep in mind that package deals between all vendors listed are definitely possible when speaking to me personally! We can make things happen!!

See you at the show!!!

Joe D.
email: proridersmarketing@sbcglobal.net
Cell Phone 319-389-0798

tag: V-Twin Expo\