-----BEGIN PRIVACY-ENHANCED MESSAGE----- Proc-Type: 2001,MIC-CLEAR Originator-Name: webmaster@www.sec.gov Originator-Key-Asymmetric: MFgwCgYEVQgBAQICAf8DSgAwRwJAW2sNKK9AVtBzYZmr6aGjlWyK3XmZv3dTINen TWSM7vrzLADbmYQaionwg5sDW3P6oaM5D3tdezXMm7z1T+B+twIDAQAB MIC-Info: RSA-MD5,RSA, GT+GOQ7n8jzctYGDsZgpqI/afJ7lQeDirVH+oxaXw1WoTwW4ehxO+rbENKplU8HL DpcRE8VTq8ey8PZ+vrXzxQ== 0001019687-09-002240.txt : 20090623 0001019687-09-002240.hdr.sgml : 20090623 20090623122025 ACCESSION NUMBER: 0001019687-09-002240 CONFORMED SUBMISSION TYPE: 8-K PUBLIC DOCUMENT COUNT: 2 CONFORMED PERIOD OF REPORT: 20090622 ITEM INFORMATION: Regulation FD Disclosure ITEM INFORMATION: Other Events ITEM INFORMATION: Financial Statements and Exhibits FILED AS OF DATE: 20090623 DATE AS OF CHANGE: 20090623 FILER: COMPANY DATA: COMPANY CONFORMED NAME: ACE MARKETING & PROMOTIONS INC CENTRAL INDEX KEY: 0001084267 STANDARD INDUSTRIAL CLASSIFICATION: SERVICES-ADVERTISING [7310] IRS NUMBER: 113427886 STATE OF INCORPORATION: NY FISCAL YEAR END: 1231 FILING VALUES: FORM TYPE: 8-K SEC ACT: 1934 Act SEC FILE NUMBER: 000-51160 FILM NUMBER: 09904934 BUSINESS ADDRESS: STREET 1: 457 ROCKAWAY AVENUE CITY: VALLEY STREAM STATE: NY ZIP: 11581 BUSINESS PHONE: 516-256-7766 MAIL ADDRESS: STREET 1: 457 ROCKAWAY AVENUE CITY: VALLEY STREAM STATE: NY ZIP: 11581 8-K 1 ace_8k-062209.txt U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 23, 2009 (June 22, 2009) Ace Marketing & Promotions, Inc. --------------------------------- (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York ------------------------------------------------------ (State or jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) 000-51160 ------------------------- (Commission File Number) 11-3427886 ------------------------------------- (I.R.S. Employer Identification Number) 457 Rockaway Avenue, Valley Stream, NY 11582 ------------------------------------------------- (Address of principal executive offices (Zip Code) Registrant's telephone number: (516) 256-7766 ------------------------------------------------------------- (Former name or former address, if changed since last report) Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below): [_] Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425) [_] Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12) [_] Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17CFR 240.14d-2(b)) [_] Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17CFR 240.13e-4(c)) ITEM 7.01. REGULATION FD DISCLOSURE On June 22, 2009, the Company issued a press release, a copy of which is appended hereto. ITEM 8.01 OTHER EVENTS. Ace Marketing & Promotions, Inc. announces the extension of the expiration date of its Class A, Class B and Class C Warrants through the close of business on September 30, 2009. The Class A and Class B Warrants maintain an exercise price of $2.00 per share and the Class C Warrants maintain an exercise price of $1.75 per share. While Management reserves the right to grant further extensions to these Warrants, no further extensions are expected. The fact that the Company has granted extensions in the past should not be indicative that further extensions will occur. ITEM 9.01. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS. Exhibit Description 99.1 Press release dated June 22, 2009. (Filed herewith.) SIGNATURE Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(b) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized. ACE MARKETING & PROMOTIONS, INC. Dated: June 23, 2009 By: /s/ Michael D. Trepeta ----------------------------------- Michael D. Trepeta, President EX-99.1 2 ace_8k-ex9901.txt PRESS RELEASE EXHIBIT 99.1 For Immediate Release ACE MARKETING & PROMOTIONS, INC. HITS THE 1ST HOME RUN IN MINOR LEAGUE BALL WITH THE NEWARK BEARS AND BLUETOOTH & WI-FI PROXIMITY MARKETING. Valley Stream, N.Y. (Marketwire - June 22, 2009) Ace Marketing & Promotions, Inc. (OTCBB: AMKT) announced today, a Major Stride for Minor League Teams to utilize cost effective advertising to reach their consumer. Fans Receive Free Content, Ticket Promotions And Videos From The Team. Fans attending the Atlantic League All Star Game at the Newark Bears & Eagles stadium next week are being invited to receive FREE content from the team as a pilot program being conducted by the Newark Bears and Ace Marketing & Promotions Inc. "The new owners of the Newark Bears have shown a desire to bring innovation to the game. This technology is all about enhancing the Fan Experience. Once the network is installed, you can go out to your favorite local ballpark, and the teams can deliver relevant, rich media content to Fans' mobile phones, and it's FREE. All Fans need to do is turn "ON" their Bluetooth Visibility. iPhone or other Wi-Fi users connect to "BEARS Wi-Fi". Blackberry users pair with "BEARS ZONE" by accepting "YES" and enter the passcode 0000, once you see "Pairing Complete"; o Go to your media folder o Press your Blackberry Key o Select "Receive using Bluetooth" o Content is saved in your picture or video folder The Proximity Marketing network dynamically detects enabled devices and then serves those devices content. It's called Brand Participation," stated Jim Meckley Director of Proximity Marketing Services for Ace. In future games the Newark Bears will be able to use their localized Proximity Marketing Network to not only power branded campaigns, but they can utilize this medium as a paid sponsor package. "In any case, something Free that engages consumers in a relevant way hits it out of the park for me. We know sponsors will see the measurable value of the totally interactive campaign, and the ability to activate their brands at the park. Fans will be able to get their teams' wallpaper, video clip or merchandise all from the device that's always within arm's reach," stated Michael Trepeta, President for Ace Marketing & Promotions Inc. The Newark Bears are proud to host the 2009 Atlantic League All-Star Game at Bears & Eagles Riverfront Stadium June 23rd. The All-Star Game celebration will begin with a pre-game celebrity softball showdown led by Queen Latifah! Ticket are available now through the Bears Box Office by calling 1-888-85-BEARS (1-888-852-3277) and our Proximity Marketing Bluetooth/Wi-Fi network will be delivering exciting free content to all who attend. ABOUT ACE MARKETING Ace Marketing & Promotions Inc., based in New York, is a full-service sports & entertainment promotional marketing company offering a wide array of business solutions which include mobile website development, portable media, ACE CMS Platform, print solutions and Branded Merchandise & Fulfillment. Ace Marketing & Promotions Inc. is a leader in Proximity Marketing(SM) with proprietary Bluetooth and Wi-Fi integrated technology that establishes the benchmark for how multimedia messages are being delivered. Established in 1998, the Company has built a successful, scalable business platform capable of consolidating a portion of the promotional products industry. Proximity Marketing(SM), Rockzimity, and Rockzimity Marketing are service marks of Ace Marketing & Promotions Inc. 2009. Ace's Corporate Overview is available at http://www.acemarketing.net on the "About Us" tab. Ace has recently added several new revenue stream models. The long-term strategic plan is for Ace to find new opportunities while leveraging its core competencies. For a demo of Ace's Proximity Marketing you can visit http://www.acemarketingdemo.com. For additional information, a copy of Ace's Form 10-K can be obtained on the Internet by going to www.acemarketing.net, clicking on links and then clicking on SEC Filings. Safe Harbor Statement Under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. CERTAIN STATEMENTS IN THIS PRESS RELEASE CONSTITUTE "FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS" WITHIN THE MEANING OF THE PRIVATE SECURITIES LITIGATION REFORM ACT OF 1995. SUCH FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS INVOLVE KNOWN AND UNKNOWN RISKS, UNCERTAINTIES AND OTHER FACTORS WHICH MAY CAUSE THE ACTUAL RESULTS, PERFORMANCE OR ACHIEVEMENTS OF THE COMPANY TO BE MATERIALLY DIFFERENT FROM ANY FUTURE RESULTS, PERFORMANCES OR ACHIEVEMENTS EXPRESS OR IMPLIED BY SUCH FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS. THE FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO RISKS AND UNCERTAINTIES INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, CHANGES IN LEVELS OF COMPETITION, POSSIBLE LOSS OF CUSTOMERS, AND THE COMPANY'S ABILITY TO ATTRACT AND RETAIN KEY PERSONNEL. Media Contact: Ace Marketing & Promotions, Inc. Legend Securities, Inc. Thomas Wagner 800-385-5790 x152 718-233-2600 x152 twagner@legendsecuritiesinc.com -----END PRIVACY-ENHANCED MESSAGE-----