Thursday, May 6, 2010

VISTAPRINT OFFERS SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS “STICKY” BRANDING OPTIONS

Company’s New Bumper Stickers and Mailing Labels Enable Businesses Expanded Exposure

Vistaprint N.V. (Nasdaq: VPRT), the company that provides high-impact personalized products and services for small businesses and the home, today announced that it has launched bumper stickers and mailing labels on all 20 of the company’s localized websites. These new offerings are perfect for customers looking to extend the reach of their brand in a visual way. These high-quality products are available in quantities as low as one and start at $3.99.

Vistaprint recently surveyed its customers on what products they would like the company to offer. Stickers were among those commonly requested by small business owners. Wanting to fulfill customer demand, Vistaprint’s talented marketing and manufacturing teams aimed to get this product up and running as quickly as possible.

In an open-ended question on the same survey, customers were asked how they would utilize the products. Other than the primary uses, responses included: providing emergency repair contact information that can be placed on heating and other appliances, decorating shipping boxes and envelopes, and political applications.

“Our customers have inquired about stickers and mailing labels for some time now, so there’s no doubt that it was something they wanted us to offer,” said Mansi Mohnani, a product marketing associate at Vistaprint. “This new offering is a product that enables our customers’ brands to gain a ‘sticky’ factor. Much like our other promotional products, stickers are a perfect way to get noticed by a number of people in everyday circumstances, gain brand recognition and even potential customers.”

Creating stickers is easy. Customers simply log on to www.vistaprint.com/bumperstickers or www.vistaprint.com/mailinglabels. From there users can select from hundreds of design templates or upload their own design, customize text and add their logo for a completely unique product. The process takes minutes and customers can have their order delivered in as little as three business days. Bumper stickers are available in both rectangular (3” x 11”) and oval (3” x 5”) shapes. Mailing labels come in both small (3.43” x 1.93”) and large (3” x 4”) sizes. The small variety comes with 10 stickers per sheet and the large comes with four per sheet.

Vistaprint offers customers convenience by providing products they can hold confidence in. Products include high-quality, low-cost printed products such asinvitations, baby shower invitations, postcards, address labels, and business cards; promotional apparel including hats and custom T-shirts; and marketing services such as websites, copywriting, email marketing, design and postcard mailing. Ordering products from Vistaprint is easy; customers just go online, 24 hours a day, design their products and order with the click of a mouse. Most products can be designed, ordered and received in as little as three business days.

About Vistaprint
Vistaprint N.V. (Nasdaq:VPRT) provides more than 8 million small businesses and consumers annually with the easiest way to make an impression at the best price. With a unique business model supported by proprietary technologies, high-volume production facilities, and direct marketing expertise, Vistaprint offers a wide variety of products for both small businesses and the home. Options range from business cards, brochures and websites to invitations, thank you notes, calendars and more. A global company, Vistaprint employs approximately 2,200 people, operates 20 localized websites and ships to more than 120 countries around the world. Vistaprint's broad range of products and services are easy to access online, 24 hours a day, at www.vistaprint.com, and are satisfaction guaranteed.

Vistaprint and the Vistaprint logo are trademarks of Vistaprint N.V. or its subsidiaries. All other brand and product names appearing on this announcement may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

Thursday, April 22, 2010

VISTAPRINT AND USA WATER POLO ANNOUNCE PARTNERSHIP

Vistaprint USA, Incorporated, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Vistaprint N.V. (Nasdaq: VPRT), the company that provides high impact personalized products for small businesses and the home, today announced a joint marketing relationship with USA Water Polo (USAWP), the Olympic National Governing Body for water polo in the United States. The relationship will allow USAWP and Vistaprint to offer high-quality printed products and services to more than 500 member clubs across the country. A co-branded website will offer custom content specific to USAWP, allowing consistent branding across mediums and promotion of events and tournaments throughout the year.


As part of the relationship Vistaprint has also agreed to sponsor USAWP and underwrite a portion of its marketing efforts in 2010 by providing USAWP with free Vistaprint products that will allow USAWP to promote its events more effectively – including its recently launched Splashball™ initiative for 5 to 9 year olds and its Olympic teams – on a national level, helping drive interest, participation, and attendance.

Through Vistaprint’s Business Solutions platform, USAWP club administrators can log onto a specialized co-branded website to create custom printed products like business cards, banners, posters, and brochures that maintain the overall look and feel of the USA Water Polo brand. Products are discounted for club administrators and can be received in as little as three business days.

“In talking to USA Water Polo regarding its needs for consistently branded marketing materials that would be accessible by local clubs, it became apparent that our Business Solutions platform was a perfect fit,” said Karen O’Connor, director of solutions development at Vistaprint. “They have been a great partner to work with and we’re excited to see the results. We also look forward to seeing what kind of impact sponsoring such a great organization will have on our brand awareness.”

“We’re an organization that is working hard to grow our sport, from the youth level all the way up to the US National team,” said Chief Marketing Officer for USA Water Polo, Inc., Jennifer Rottenberg. “We needed a partner who would enable our local clubs to quickly and easily access high-quality marketing materials they could use in everyday promotions, and Vistaprint provided the solution we needed.”

About USA Water Polo
USA Water Polo, Inc. is the national governing body for water polo in America, overseeing our United States Olympic program as well as 20 different championship events annually, such as Junior Olympics and Masters Championships. With more than 30,000 members, USAWP is also the sanctioning authority for more than 500 tournaments nationwide. USAWP is committed to the development of the sport nationally. It fosters grass-roots expansion of the sport, providing a national system of affiliated clubs, certified coaches and officials.

About Vistaprint
Vistaprint N.V. (Nasdaq:VPRT) provides more than 8 million small businesses and consumers annually with the easiest way to make an impression at the best price. With a unique business model supported by proprietary technologies, high-volume production facilities, and direct marketing expertise, Vistaprint offers a wide variety of products for both small businesses and the home. Options range from business cards, brochures and websites to invitations, thank you notes, calendars and more. A global company, Vistaprint employs more than 1,950 people, operates 20 localized websites and ships to more than 120 countries around the world. Vistaprint's broad range of products and services are easy to access online, 24 hours a day, at www.Vistaprint.com, and are satisfaction guaranteed.

Vistaprint and the Vistaprint logo are trademarks of Vistaprint N.V. or its subsidiaries. All other brand and product names appearing on this announcement may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

Thursday, April 15, 2010

CALLING ALL BRIDES: VISTAPRINT LAUNCHES “PERFECT WEDDING GIVEAWAY”

Sweepstakes Offers Jamaican Getaway as Grand Prize; 31 Daily Prizes

Vistaprint USA, Incorporated, a wholly owned subsidiary of Vistaprint N.V. (Nasdaq: VPRT), the company that provides high-impact personalized products and services for small businesses and the home, today announced that it has launched the Vistaprint Perfect Wedding Giveaway, in conjunction with Overdrive Interactive. The grand prize for this wedding-themed contest is a five-night stay at an all-inclusive Jamaican resort but entrants can also claim daily prizes like video cameras, gift certificates, jewelry and Vistaprint products.

“Spring is a time of year when many couples begin to plan their weddings,” said Mary Biggins, manager of consumer marketing at Vistaprint. “This sweepstakes is a way for Vistaprint to engage members of our community who are preparing for their special day. We’ve lined up a number of great prizes that any bride and groom can use before and on the big day. While the contest is geared toward weddings, we are also welcoming any entrants who want a chance to win a Caribbean getaway or one of the other 31 prizes.”

To enter the contest, users can log on to www.vistaprintgiveaway.com to begin the registration process. Once on the site, entrants are offered two chances to enter using an email address or Twitter account. Different prizes will be awarded each day. These include aGemvara Love Letters necklace, a wedding album from Vistaprint, Victoria’s Secret gift cards, Flip Mino video cameras and other prizes, depending on the day. All entrants will also be automatically entered into the grand prize drawing for a five-night all-inclusive stay at the Coyaba Beach Resort & Club in Montego Bay, Jamaica. A complete prize schedule and prize list is available at http://vistaprintgiveaway.com/prizes.php. Winners of both the daily and grand prize will be selected with a random generator and will be posted at http://vistaprintgiveaway.com/winners.php. This contest is open to all legal residents of the United States of America and complete sweepstakes terms and conditions are located at http://vistaprintgiveaway.com/rules.php.

This is the second interactive sweepstakes on which Vistaprint has partnered with Overdrive Interactive. Earlier in the year the Boston-based agency created the successful Vistaprint Giveback Giveaway.

Vistaprint offers customers convenience by providing products they can hold confidence in. Products include high-quality, low-cost printed products such as business cards, postcards, address labels, graduation invitations and vinyl banners; promotional apparel including hats and custom T-Shirts; and marketing services such as websites, copywriting, email marketing, design and postcard mailing. Ordering products from Vistaprint is easy; customers just go online, 24 hours a day, design their products and order with the click of a mouse. Most products can be designed, ordered and received in as little as three business days.

About Vistaprint
Vistaprint N.V. (Nasdaq:VPRT) provides more than 8 million small businesses and consumers annually with the easiest way to make an impression at the best price. With a unique business model supported by proprietary technologies, high-volume production facilities, and direct marketing expertise, Vistaprint offers a wide variety of products for both small businesses and the home. Options range from business cards, brochures and websites to invitations, thank you notes, calendars and more. A global company, Vistaprint employs more than 1,950 people, operates 20 localized websites and ships to more than 120 countries around the world. Vistaprint's broad range of products and services are easy to access online, 24 hours a day, at www.vistaprint.com, and are satisfaction guaranteed.

Vistaprint and the Vistaprint logo are trademarks of Vistaprint N.V. or its subsidiaries. All other brand and product names appearing on this announcement may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

Wednesday, April 7, 2010

LEARN HOW TO MARKET YOUR SMALL BUSINESS ONLINE

Vistaprint’s Free, Live Webinar Showcases Effective Forms of Internet Marketing

Vistaprint N.V. (Nasdaq: VPRT), the company that provides high-impact personalized products and services for small businesses and the home, today announced the launch of its latest Webinar titled, “Internet Marketing: Easy Solutions to Grow Your Business.” The Webinar is free and will be held on Thursday, April 8, 2010 at 3:00 p.m. EDT.

Vistaprint’s latest Webinar is designed to illustrate and educate small businesses on how to use a number of available online internet marketing tools, including websites, email, and search engine optimization (SEO). Many companies around the world have started to engage and interact with customers using online methods as well associal networking sites. Success comes from networking in a number of different forms, including micro blogging sites, networking sites, and lifestyle domains. These online sites have become havens for customers wishing to get more information and talk directly to the businesses they are working with.

“Although the benefits of internet marketing continue to become more and more apparent, without guidance, small business owners may struggle with how to effectively market their company online. When I speak with our customers, they often ask, ‘where should I be marketing and what return will I get on my investment?’” said Mindy Sanderson, small business marketing specialist at Vistaprint. “This webinar will assist entrepreneurs looking for cost-effective, results-oriented forms of internet marketing to help grow their small business presence online.”

To date, thousands have logged on to listen to small business marketing experts from Vistaprint. For more information on our Webinar series, go to http://www.vistaprint.com/events. Registration is completely free and easy to complete. In addition to live Webinars, Vistaprint also offers pre-recorded Webinars 24 hours a day, seven days a week via the “On Demand Marketing Tips” section of the Vistaprint Learning Center.

Vistaprint offers customers convenience by providing products they can hold confidence in. Products include high-quality, low-cost printed products such as business cards, graduation invitations, address labels, and vinyl banners; promotional apparel including hats and custom T-shirts; and marketing services such as websites, copywriting, email marketing, design and postcard mailing. Ordering products from Vistaprint is easy; customers just go online, 24 hours a day, design their products and order with the click of a mouse. Most products can be designed, ordered and received in as little as three business days.

About Vistaprint
Vistaprint N.V. (Nasdaq:VPRT) provides more than 8 million small businesses and consumers annually with the easiest way to make an impression at the best price. With a unique business model supported by proprietary technologies, high-volume production facilities, and direct marketing expertise, Vistaprint offers a wide variety of products for both small businesses and the home. Options range from business cards, brochures and websites to invitations, thank you notes, calendars and more. A global company, Vistaprint employs more than 1,950 people, operates 20 localized websites and ships to more than 120 countries around the world. Vistaprint's broad range of products and services are easy to access online, 24 hours a day, at www.vistaprint.com, and are satisfaction guaranteed.

Vistaprint and the Vistaprint logo are trademarks of Vistaprint N.V. or its subsidiaries. All other brand and product names appearing on this announcement may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

Thursday, April 1, 2010

VISTAPRINT OFFERS MORE REAL ESTATE WITH FOLDED BUSINESS CARDS

New Twist on Classic Business Cards Gives Customers More Space to Convey Messages

Vistaprint N.V. (Nasdaq: VPRT), the company that provides high-impact personalized products and services for small businesses and the home, today announced the launch of folded business cards. This new twist on the classic business card is now available across all 20 of the company’s sites around theworld, and gives customers even more flexibility when spreading their message.

Folded business cards are perfect for business owners looking to make their business cards stand out or consumers who want to flex their creative wings with different designs and elements. On top of the traditional space on the front of the card, Vistaprint’s folded business cards offer customers the ability to incorporate more information and marketing messaging onto each card. Some common uses for the extra space allotted with folded business cards include: listing services offered; inserting coupons; and offering tips for customers. Job seekers have also used the space to print up a high-level resume on the inside. Those who want to showcase artistic talents can add more graphics and visual elements that can stand out from the standard business card.

“For nearly a decade, Vistaprint has been providing customers with high-quality business cards,” said Josh Berg, senior product marketing specialist at Vistaprint. “But over the years our customers have been asking for ways to make their cards stand out and truly showcase who they are. Our folded business cards allow our customers to do this by offering additional space for anything they can think of. This gives the cards a sticky factor, increasing the chance of the recipient following up.”

Vistaprint’s folded business cards fold to the size of a standard Vistaprint business card, and nearly double in size when opened. These cards are available in both 80 and 100lb paper stock with many designs offering matching inside designs to the front side of the cards. As with all of Vistaprint’s products, ordering folded business cards is easy. Customers simply log on to www.vistaprint.com/foldedbusinesscards, upload their own design or select from thousands of design templates, and customize their text or add a logo. Existing customers can also have their folded business cards match their previously ordered products for a consistent brand image. The process takes just minutes and customers can have their order delivered in as little as three business days. Quantities start as low as 250 for $29.99.

Vistaprint offers customers convenience by providing products they can hold confidence in. Products include high-quality, low-cost printed products such as thank you cards, postcards, address labels, and banners; promotional apparel including hats and custom T-Shirts; and marketing services such as websites, copywriting, email marketing, design and postcard mailing. Ordering products from Vistaprint is easy; customers just go online, 24 hours a day, design their products and order with the click of a mouse. Most products can be designed, ordered and received in as little as three business days.

About Vistaprint
Vistaprint N.V. (Nasdaq:VPRT) provides more than 8 million small businesses and consumers annually with the easiest way to make an impression at the best price. With a unique business model supported by proprietary technologies, high-volume production facilities, and direct marketing expertise, Vistaprint offers a wide variety of products for both small businesses and the home. Options range from business cards, brochures and websites to invitations, thank you notes, photo calendars and more. A global company, Vistaprint employs more than 1,950 people,
operates 20 localized websites and ships to more than 120 countries around the world. Vistaprint's broad range of products and services are easy to access online, 24 hours a day, at www.vistaprint.com, and are satisfaction guaranteed.

Vistaprint and the Vistaprint logo are trademarks of Vistaprint N.V. or its subsidiaries. All other brand and product names appearing on this announcement may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

Thursday, February 25, 2010

VISTAPRINT ANSWERS CUSTOMERS’ CALLS FOR RECYCLED PAPER OPTIONS

Company Adds Recycled Paper Stock to Meet Needs of Eco-Conscious Customers

Vistaprint N.V. (Nasdaq: VPRT), the company that provides high-impact personalized products and services for small businesses and the home, today announced the launch of recycled paper stock for several of its printed products. The option of recycled paper is currently available for business cards, postcards and oversized postcards across all 20 of the company’s sites across the globe.

Now, customers who are conscious of the environment but also want to maintain a professional look and feel for their businesses can get the best of both worlds at a tremendous value. Vistaprint offers high quality recycled materials and advanced processing and printing, so small businesses don’t have to sacrifice quality for an environmentally friendly decision. Vistaprint will also be exploring ways to increase its eco-friendly offerings in the future.

“Over the past year, one of the most common questions asked by our customers has been ‘when are you going to offer recycled paper?’ Our product team has since looked for a solution that would address this need while keeping it within our customers’ budgets,” said President, Vistaprint North America, Wendy Cebula. “Needless to say they succeeded with today’s launch, so now on top of getting low-cost, high-quality marketing materials for their businesses; this new option gives our customers the added element of social consciousness.”

Prior to incorporating recycled paper into the company’s portfolio, the product marketing team conducted extensive research to assure the highest quality option for customers. The stock chosen by Vistaprint exceeds current industry norms with a 100 lb. paper stock made from 100 percent post-consumer waste. This new paper option offers limited contamination and is nearly as smooth and white as standard stock. Adding recycled paper to business cards, postcards and oversized postcards is easy, and customers can select the option after designing their products from the main product pages or when re-ordering their existing marketing materials. Customers can also place orders and learn more about Vistaprint’s efforts to reduce the company’s impact on the environment at www.vistaprint.com/thinkinggreen.

Vistaprint offers customers convenience by providing products they can hold confidence in. Products include high-quality, low-cost printed products such as business cards,postcards, address labels, and banners; promotional apparel including hats and custom T-shirts; and marketing services such as websites, copywriting, email marketing, design and postcard mailing. Ordering products from Vistaprint is easy; customers just go online, 24 hours a day, design their products and order with the click of a mouse. Most products can be designed, ordered and received in as little as three business days.

About Vistaprint
Vistaprint N.V. (Nasdaq:VPRT) provides more than 8 million small businesses and consumers annually with the easiest way to make an impression at the best price. With a unique business model supported by proprietary technologies, high-volume production facilities, and direct marketing expertise, Vistaprint offers a wide variety of products for both small businesses and the home. Options range from business cards, brochures and websites to invitations, thank you notes, photo calendars and more. A global company, Vistaprint employs more than 1,950 people, operates 20 localized websites and ships to more than 120 countries around the world. Vistaprint's broad range of products and services are easy to access online, 24 hours a day, at www.vistaprint.com, and are satisfaction guaranteed.

Vistaprint and the Vistaprint logo are trademarks of Vistaprint N.V. or its subsidiaries. All other brand and product names appearing on this announcement may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

Thursday, February 18, 2010

VISTAPRINT EXTENDS CURRENT T-SHIRT OFFERING WITH LADIES’ T-SHIRTS

Company Grows High-Quality, Full-Color, Low-Cost T-Shirt Line for Women

Vistaprint N.V. (Nasdaq: VPRT), the company that provides high-impact personalized products and services for small businesses and the home, today announced the growth of its promotional product line with T-Shirts designed specifically for women. As a result of Vistaprint’s continued expansion of its T-Shirt printing capabilities, Vistaprint is now able to offer new T-Shirt options. Available in five sizes, Vistaprint ladies’ T-Shirts are simple to design and order with prices starting at just $13.99 for one T-Shirt.

Vistaprint’s ladies’ T-Shirts are perfect for small businesses, such as salons and restaurants that want to outfit their employees with consistent uniforms that promote the company name, logo and message. They are also a good fit for charitable organizations who want to uniquely brand a fundraising event with corporate sponsor logos and other information. Ladies’ T-Shirts also make a great gift for friends and family.

“While our traditional T-Shirt line has been an attractive option for many of our customers both in their business and personal lives, we are excited to increase the level of flexibility and value we offer our female customers specifically,” said John-Henry Forster, product marketing specialist at Vistaprint. “We had received a lot of feedback from our customers requesting ladies’ T-Shirts and the addition made sense. Our customers have come to trust our level of quality and convenience and this product will be no exception.”

The line of apparel supplements Vistaprint’s existing options including regular T-Shirts and long sleeve T-Shirts. Ladies’ T-Shirts are high-quality, 100% ring spun cotton and can be ordered in quantities as low as one. They are available in a number of sizes, including S, M, L, XL, and XXL. Differing from Vistaprint’s regular T-Shirt offering, these T-Shirts offer female customers a fitted, more stylish design. Customers looking to design a ladies’ T-Shirt can do so by visiting www.vistaprint.com/ladiestshirt.

Vistaprint offers customers convenience by providing products they can hold confidence in. Products include high-quality, low-cost printed products such as business cards, postcards, brochures, and vinyl banners; promotional apparel including hats and custom T-Shirts; and marketing services such as websites, copywriting, email marketing, design and postcard mailing. Ordering products from Vistaprint is easy; customers just go online, 24 hours a day, design their products and order with the click of a mouse. Most products can be designed, ordered and received in as little as three business days.

About Vistaprint
Vistaprint N.V. (Nasdaq:VPRT) provides more than 8 million small businesses and consumers annually with the easiest way to make an impression at the best price. With a unique business model supported by proprietary technologies, high-volume production facilities, and direct marketing expertise, Vistaprint offers a wide variety of products for both small businesses and the home. Options range from business cards, brochures and websites to invitations, thank you cards, calendars and more. A global company, Vistaprint employs more than 1,950 people, operates 20 localized websites and ships to more than 120 countries around the world. Vistaprint's broad range of products and services are easy to access online, 24 hours a day, at www.vistaprint.com, and are satisfaction guaranteed.

Vistaprint and the Vistaprint logo are trademarks of Vistaprint N.V. or its subsidiaries. All other brand and product names appearing on this announcement may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.