JAZD & Packaging World Announce Launch of Comprehensive B2B Directory – Packaging World Marketplace

Reaching the largest universe of packaging professionals, vendors can now engage decision-makers through an interactive platform

Andover, MA - November 2, 2010 - JAZD Markets, the leader in online B2B directory-driven platforms, and Summit Media Group, Inc., publisher of Packaging World, announce today - Packaging World Marketplace is now live and open for vendor registration: http://www.jazdpackaging.com.

Packaging World Marketplace delivers a comprehensive directory for vendors to showcase their full product catalogues, spec sheets and exclusive content. Vendors featured in top directory placement will have reach into the Packaging World audience and the ability to capture active buyers.

“Packaging World Marketplace has market power and reach of the packaging community’s most trusted voice: Packaging World,” said Jamie Bedard, Founder/CEO of JAZD Markets. “Together we will provide buyers a platform to research the leading vendors and find the right solutions.”

Built with the Packaging World audience in mind, the directory provides complete vendor information; request a quote capabilities; and product validation through a network of peer and expert feedback to assist in their buying decisions.

“Package design, sustainability, brand protection and operational efficiencies are some top-of-mind considerations for packaging professionals,” said Joe Angel, Summit Media Group VP and Publisher of Packaging World. “Packaging World Marketplace is a valuable tool for machinery and material vendor information for buyers who need to keep up with their competition and the marketplace. This resource compliments our leading print and online media offerings.”

About JAZD Markets, Inc.
JAZD Markets is the leading directory-driven Marketing-as-a-Service (MaaS) company for B2B publishers, advertisers and marketing managers. JAZD marketplaces combine directory placement, lead generation, SEO, content integration, behavioral marketing, social media, advertising and vertical search into a proven product marketing platform. More than a million buyers and decision makers rely on JAZD Markets.

About Packaging World
Packaging World is owned by Summit Media Group, Inc., an integrated media publisher offering business information for professionals in packaging and manufacturing automation. Publications include Packaging World, Automation World, Healthcare Packaging, Packaging World’s PACK EXPO Showcase, and Contract Packaging. Summit Media Group also owns the Shelf Impact! brand of workshops and newsletters, GreenerPackage.com Web resource for sustainable packagers, and produces B2B conferences and webinars.

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