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Besides being famous, what do Teri Hatcher, Daryl Hannah, Mira Sorvino, Brittany Murphy, and Angela Bassett have in common? They wear Foot Petals.

So, how did the creator of Foot Petals get her product onto the feet of celebrities and featured in leading fashion magazines? To answer this question, we went directly to the source. We’ve invited Foot Petals’ creator, Tina Aldatz Norris, onto the show to discuss the key moves that focused Hollywood spotlights on her product. Tina shares PR strategies and tips for getting direct access to the “stars”, who can make your product shine.

Read more about Tina’s startup story and her Key Move, Using Influencers to Create Product Awareness.

About Tina Aldatz Norris

Tina Aldatz Norris founded Foot Petals in April 2002. As an 11-year Fashion Industry veteran, Tina noticed there was something lacking in the marketplace for stylish women who enjoy wearing high heels, but still want to be comfortable A Special Events and Merchandising Director for BCBG Max Azria in New York at the time, Tina was always on the go. It was important for her to look stylish, and feel comfortable. Tina refused to succumb to the skirt and sneaker look, which many New Yorkers fall prey to, just for the sake of comfort. Instead she bought bulky orthopedic insoles from drugstores, cutting and pasting them to fit all of her various shoe styles. Thus, the Foot Petals collection was born and continues to grow just as your shoe collection does, because your feet don't have to suffer to be beautiful. Currently, Foot Petals, Inc. is a female-owned and operated company based in Southern California. Foot Petals products are sold in the finest retail shops in the world and online.


Comments

rocknroll333 rocknroll333 Posted: 7/24/2006 11:09:09 PM

I havent had to do this becuase event promoters contact me directly...but If you want celebrity product placement..there are marketing firms that can target celebrities for you...for a...

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Kim Kim Posted: 6/29/2006 9:51:51 AM

Hi Kim, You're welcome- With reps, maybe they will never sell it exactly like you do, but remember- you can't be everywhere at all times...I created a "product presentation guideline" - and my...

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Jules Jules Posted: 6/28/2006 9:52:47 AM

Love the concept of a "product presentation guideline" Tina!! I'm going to get this out to my reps today!!  Thanks for more great...

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FootPetals FootPetals Posted: 6/27/2006 5:27:58 PM

Hi Kim, You're welcome- With reps, maybe they will never sell it exactly like you do, but remember- you can't be everywhere at all times...I created a "product presentation guideline" - and my...

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