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Moen(R) Partners With Star Designer Leslie Segrete in 2007
| Source: Moen Incorporated
NORTH OLMSTED, OH -- (MARKET WIRE) -- February 9, 2007 -- Moen Incorporated announces its
partnership with professional designer, carpenter, author, radio
personality and television star Leslie Segrete. Throughout 2007, Segrete
will serve as spokesperson for Moen, participating in a variety of
activities, from creating web content to providing gift and holiday
decorating tips.
"We are thrilled to work with Leslie -- she is talented, experienced, and
will be a great resource for consumers," said Maureen Wenmoth, vice
president, marketing services and brand development, Moen. "Leslie's
expertise, coupled with her can-do attitude, will aid Moen in providing
fresh and innovative ideas to consumers."
When asked about the opportunity with Moen, Segrete replied, "I always tell
homeowners to dream big -- whether doing a complete remodel or simply
selecting a new faucet. Moen dreams big with all of its products
-- from high-end luxury showers to stylish and affordable kitchen faucets.
Moen's products are the best on the market. I am proud to partner with
such a quality brand."
About Segrete
Leslie Segrete is best known for her roles on TLC's hit series "While You
Were Out" and "Trading Spaces." On "While You Were Out," Segrete designed
projects to help homeowners surprise their loved ones with dramatic room
remodels. On "Trading Spaces," Segrete is a carpenter and designer,
helping volunteers transform their friends', neighbors' and family members'
homes. Segrete currently hosts "The Money Pit" radio show where she helps
do-it-yourselfers with home improvement questions and dilemmas. Segrete
also is associate editor for House Beautiful, creating its "Weekend
Shopper" column. In addition, Segrete has appeared on "Today" on NBC,
providing useful home improvement tips.
Segrete has designed sets for Oxygen Media shows, as well as "The Ricki
Lake Show." She has been a food stylist on "Good Morning America" and a
visual coordinator for Giorgio Armani in New York City. Segrete graduated
from Hofstra University with a bachelor's degree in Drama with a focus on
theatrical production. She also has a degree from the French Culinary
Institute and has professionally designed her own unique jewelry and
clothing.
In addition to her Moen spokesperson duties, radio and television
appearances and design work, Segrete is writing a book, entitled "Fear Not!
You Can Reupholster Anything!" Segrete also gives homeowners valuable
do-it-yourself tips and project ideas through her own personal website.
For more information, visit www.moen.com or call 1-800-BUY-MOEN
(1-800-289-6636).