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OKI Data Americas Supports the Nation’s Largest Colorectal Cancer Fundraising Event as a Sponsor of the Colon Cancer Challenge in New York City
MOUNT LAUREL, N.J., March 10, 2009
The employees of OKI Data Americas, a leading printer manufacturer which markets its products under the OKI® Printing Solutions brand, announce their support of the Colon Cancer Challenge occurring on Sunday, March 22nd in New York’s Central Park. On behalf of the Color Me OKI (www.colormeoki.com) philanthropic program, the one-of-a-kind 1992 “Spirit of America”[1] neoclassic Corsair will be on display as singing group, The Chiclettes, perform hits from the 30’s and 40’s and entertain the crowd. Attendees can have their photo taken with the vintage vehicle which are printed on OKI Printing Solutions’ digital color printers and provided to attendees free, in keepsake frames.
The New York Colon Cancer Challenge is the premier colorectal cancer awareness event for New York metropolitan area and the nation providing a unique opportunity for the public, survivors, and families to raise awareness and contribute to the fight against this preventable but often fatal disease. The 6th annual event includes a 4-mile run beginning at 9:00 a.m., a 15K run starting at 10:15 a.m. and a 1.7-mile Remembrance & Prevention Walk, stepping off at 10:10 a.m. All information regarding registration and the event can be found at http://www.coloncancerchallenge.org.
The Color Me OKI philanthropic program uniquely pairs vintage cars with live entertainment to help support and celebrate the strong men, women, family and friends that are fighting breast and colorectal cancers. The “Spirit of America,” which is being featured at the Colon Cancer Challenge, was hand assembled out of the best parts from leading American automotive giants, symbolizing the importance of partnership and teamwork in celebrating the lives worth fighting for and urging loved ones to get screened. The personal program stays true to the company’s passion for customer intimacy, which it does by engaging with customers on a one-on-one basis to understand their needs. OKI Data Americas (www.okidata.com), one of the leading printer manufacturers in the U.S., goes beyond traditional service to develop long term partnerships with each customer and make them feel like customers again.
“We are proud to support the Colon Cancer Challenge and help celebrate the strength shown by those courageously fighting this disease,” said OKI Data Americas President and CEO Stewart Krentzman. “The passion and dedication the employees and I have for this cause is evident through our Color Me OKI program and it’s our hope that the commemorative photos will leave a lasting memory among all those attending this year’s event.”
The program supports the corporate philanthropic mission of Oki Electric Industry Company, Ltd., the Tokyo, Japan-based parent company of OKI Data Corporation, which is to undertake social contribution activities that help realize the genuine enrichment of society, and contribute to the quality of life for people around the world.
For more information on the 2009 Color Me OKI program and OKI Data Americas' partnership in passion on the drive to survive breast and colorectal cancers, please visit: www.colormeoki.com
About the Color Me OKI Philanthropic Program
The Color Me OKI philanthropic program was launched in April of 2007 after the employees of OKI Data Americas voted to adopt breast cancer as the company’s leading philanthropic cause. The backbone of the program is the “Twin Sister,” a 1955 Pink Cadillac Fleetwood that was personally restored by the company’s CEO, Stewart Krentzman and his wife Bonnie. OKI Data Americas decided to pair the vintage vehicle with a Tribute Artist and took the program on the road supporting 21 breast cancer events, while taking photos of attendees and printing them on its digital color printers.
This year, the “Twin Sister” is joined by the 1950's Automotive Classic, the 1959 Pink Cadillac Series 62 Convertible, which has also been restored to support the fight against breast cancer. In 2008 the Color Me OKI philanthropic program is also supporting colorectal cancer prevention. The program is providing the one-of-a-kind 1992 “Spirit of America” neoclassic Corsair to colorectal cancer events in order to raise awareness of such a highly preventable disease. The Color Me OKI philanthropic program, using all three cars, which are owned and maintained by Stewart and Bonnie Krentzman, will continue to spread the message of hope and inspiration to those fighting both breast and colorectal cancers.
About Oki Data Americas, Inc.:
OKI Printing Solutions products are backed by comprehensive support from authorized OKI Printing Solutions Solution Providers and Dealers. In addition, the company provides live, toll-free technical support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, with agents based in North America.
OKI Printing Solutions is dedicated to being environmentally-conscious and supporting our customers' increasing focus on the environment. In support of those efforts, we offer customized printing solutions and multifunctional products that help our customers reduce their impact on the environment and increase operational efficiency.
OKI Data Americas Inc., headquartered in Mount Laurel, N.J., and a subsidiary of OKI Data Corporation of Japan, markets PC peripheral equipment and customized document management solutions under the OKI Printing Solutions brand, including digital color and monochrome printers, serial impact dot matrix printers and thermal label printers, as well as a full line of options, accessories and consumables. OKI Data Americas takes a consultative approach to supporting every customer’s needs and delivering individualized print solutions that optimize business performance. The company’s innovative technology is backed by Tokyo-based parent company Oki Electric Industry Co., Ltd., a world leader in information processing systems, telecommunications and electronics; and an approximately $5.7 billion multinational corporation according to its FY 2008 financial reporting. Keeping its customers’ needs top of mind, OKI Data Americas is ISO 9001:2000 certified and offers a selection of ENERGY STAR® certified products. As an extension of the company’s dedication to its customers, OKI Data Americas created the Color Me OKI philanthropic program to support the fight to eradicate breast and colorectal cancers. The program celebrates those touched by both causes with vintage vehicles and musical entertainment at fundraising events nationwide. For more information, please visit www.colormeoki.com.
