Hartmann Announces Winner of Tweed Sweepstakes

Sweepstakes Winner Receives Dream Trip for Two to New York City

Lebanon, TN (PRWEB) November 25, 2008 -- Hartmann is excited to announce the winner of its Hartmann Tweed Sweepstakes, which ended August 15. Stephen Twiss of North Little Rock, Ark., has been awarded a 4-day/3-night dream trip for two to New York City, compliments of Hartmann; Delta Air Lines; Morton's The Steakhouse; and Starwood Hotels.

Twiss, a first-time visitor to the Big Apple, was thrilled upon hearing the news that he had won the sweepstakes. "When I entered I thought to myself, what are my chances of actually winning the contest," said Twiss. "When I received the envelope saying I had won, my jaw dropped to the pavement; I couldn't believe it. I've never won anything like this before!"

"We plan to take our trip in April of next year," said Twiss. "Since neither I nor Ellen has ever been to New York City before, we will have to make the most out of our stay and pack a great deal of sightseeing into the trip."

While in New York City, Twiss and his guest will stay at the Sheraton New York City Hotel and Tower and enjoy dinner for two with limo service at Morton's The Steakhouse. Airfare for the two will be provided by Delta Air Lines.

As the winner of the sweepstakes, Twiss also received select pieces from the updated Walnut Tweed Collection. "This is the most exquisite luggage I've ever seen in my life," explained Twiss. "I've never owned anything from Hartmann, but have known of the brand and its high end, luxury luggage for some time." Twiss continued by saying, "The quality of the construction, minute attention to detail, how the bags are reinforced in all the right places--I can't wait to put them to good use."

About Hartmann

Hartmann, one of the country's oldest luggage and leather goods manufacturers, is currently celebrating its 130th anniversary. Since 1877, Hartmann has developed, manufactured and marketed the finest luggage and leather goods to meet the travel and business needs of those who appreciate American luxury. Headquartered in Lebanon, Tenn., Hartmann distributes and sells its luggage, business cases, and personal leather accessories in the U.S. and internationally through finer department and specialty luggage stores. Hartmann is owned by Clarion Capital Partners, LLC, a New York-based private equity firm investing in the consumer products, specialty retail, business services, healthcare services, specialty financial services and niche media/entertainment industries. Additional information about Clarion may be found at www.clarion-capital.com. For more information about Hartmann, please visit www.hartmann.com.

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Samantha Owens

Gish Sherwood & Friends

615-385-1100

sowens@gish.com

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