Monday, December 7, 2009

Mike Goulian and Rob Reider Take Flight With New Air Show Buzz Partnership

Aerobatic Champion Mike Goulian and Veteran Air Show Announcer Rob Reider Enter Partnership with ASB.tv to be Brand Ambassadors at Air Shows Around the World

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 7 /PRNewswire/ -- Air Show Buzz (ASB), the world's first and only media company delivering the passion of aviation and its lifestyle to millions of consumers worldwide, today announced that it has entered in to a partnership with two of the most respected and admired individuals in the air show industry. Former U.S. aerobatic champion Mike Goulian, a competitor in the Red Bull Air Race World Championship and recipient of the Art Scholl and Bill Barber Awards for air show showmanship, and his Mike Goulian Aerosports (MGAS) company, will serve as an ambassador for the ASB lifestyle and brand at Air Shows throughout the world. Rob Reider, recipient of the coveted ICAS "Sword of Excellence", five-time Emmy winner and veteran air show announcer has also partnered with ASB as an ambassador. He and Goulian will interact with fans and participate in special events at air shows starting in 2010.

ASB will replace AirBp's, Castrol Aviator as title sponsor for MGAS' North American air show program and his plane and crew will be adorned with ASB's maroon, black, and gold colors.

ASB's Ed Shipley stated, "We are privileged to be able to work with Mike and his team at Goulian Aerosports as well as Rob, the "voice" of our industry. Their history of excellence and dedication to air shows fits perfectly with ASB's mission and they embody the aviation lifestyle we at ASB are committed to building. We look forward to sharing their talents with the air show community and all our offerings at ASB.tv."

"I am very excited to partner with ASB because MGAS and ASB are both passionate about bringing air shows to a higher level of excellence while educating the general public to the inspirational lifestyle and stories of aviators across the globe," said Goulian. "I have a lot of trust in the way ASB is doing business. They care a lot about the industry and are changing the landscape of air shows for the benefit of all,"

Reider added, "Partnering with ASB and sharing their passion allows me to communicate on a broader basis to showcase how talented and skilled these aviators truly are. ASB is the central place for everybody who is interested in air shows, aviation, and its lifestyle. Through ASB.tv, fans can take part in this community and continue to experience our passion the second they leave the air show."

Mike Goulian, an award-winning American aviator from Massachusetts, performs at air shows in North America and races in the international Red Bull Air Race World Championship. Goulian has spent the last 20 years of his life perfecting his flying skills and showmanship through competitive aerobatic flying, constant coaching and training, and high-performance air show display flying.

Rob Reider is one of the most respected air show announcers, taking his experience and bringing the excitement of air shows up close and personal to audiences all over the country. This year marks Reider's 31st year as an announcer and his fourth year as a full-time air show announcer. Over the past four years he has announced at 88 shows. At the International Council of Air Shows 2007 convention in Las Vegas, he became the 34th recipient of the ICAS "Sword of Excellence," the highest award an air show professional can receive. Reider is also recognized by pilots around the country as the on-camera host for Sporty's Pilot Shops pilot training videos.

About Air Show Buzz

Founded in 2006, Air Show Buzz (ASB) delivers the exhilarating aviation lifestyle to millions of consumers worldwide by providing top flight content, thrilling live events, consumer products, social networking and a community that connects a worldwide shared passion for flight and a fearless approach towards life. ASB invites audiences to "Escape Life's Gravity" and has a portfolio of branded businesses including a high-definition cutting-edge online destination at ASB.tv; animated and live-action film and television entertainment; The Horsemen, a marquee acrobatic fleet; and lifestyle branded merchandise. ASB also offers innovative branding and marketing for air shows and top-rated performers. For more information, visit www.ASB.tv.

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