February 25, 2010

New Company Profile:  Unilava Corp. (OTCBB: UNLA)

UNIFIED COMMUNICATIONS IN A TRILLION DOLLAR MARKETPLACE

Last Price……………….………$0.294    Market Cap……………..…$29.4M

52-Week Range……$0.145 - $2.50    Shares Outstanding…...100.1M

Avg. Volume (10 Day)….….49,500    Beta…………………….….…..….0.8

 

SOCIAL NETWORKING; THE NEW INTERNET PHENOMENON

 

Today, Global Communications and Social Networking is at the forefront of the public’s mind and beginning to show up on the radar of every investment professional’s watch list.  For the investor this is a very lucrative marketing position.  If you are like a lot of investors today; worried about interest rates, unsure about the global economy, afraid the real estate market may take decades to recover, keep reading.  Learning to invest like a venture capitalist, taking advantage of still undiscovered, still underpriced investments, can truly change your life financially.

 

Unilava Corporation (OTCBB: UNLA)

 

Founded in 2003, now with offices in San Francisco, Chicago, Hong Kong, and South Korea, Unilava Corporation engages in the development, design, and marketing of diversified communication technology services, and provides its advertising offerings and access to Internet users through its subsidiaries and brands. The company is also licensed to provide long distance services in all 50 States and local phone services in 11 States. Its communications offerings provide mobile services and high-definition communication services to consumers, small and medium enterprises through its 40 carrier-grade microwave wireless broadband infrastructure and broadband Internet access partners. The company also offers small business a comprehensive and integrated suite of fee-based online and mobile advertising and web services. In addition, the company operates its enterprise social network portal for its members to connect and interact with an array of free services, including video chat, video email, e-fax, Voice-over-IP, and conference calling.

 

Unilava’s mission is to deliver most diverse communication tools that the industry has to offer and integrate the technology to simplify or enhance everyday communications for business and residential customers.  The Company’s network is designed to provide channels of advertising opportunities through its distribution to over 28.5 million small business and residential listings in the US, and 6.7 million to small to medium business listings in Asia.

 

UNPARALLELED MARKET OPPORTUNITY

 

These trends highlight an excellent opportunity to achieve profitable growth, sustained cash flow, and significant return on investment.

 

Ø  “Global Telecommunications revenue will exceed $4Trillion in year 2010”.   The Telecommunication Industries Association (TIA)

 

Ø  “Social networking ad spending will grow to $1.3 in 2010. Mobile advertising spending will grow to $1.56 Billion by 2013”.   eMarketer

 

Ø  “Advertising revenues from Internet Yellow Pages and Local Search are expected to grow from $5.8 billion in 2007 to $15.8 billion globally by 2012, a compound annual growth rate of 22%”.  The Keysey Group

 

Ø  “The local online marketplace will grow to more than $22 billion by 2012…”   Borrell Associates

 

A PORTFOLIO OF UNIFIED DIVERSE COMMUNICATION SERVICES

 

·         Network Towers - Network Towers, Collocation & Network Management

 

Unilava and its subsidiaries own a wireless network, led by WiMax standards, covering more than 45 cities and 22 states in the United States. With 40 carrier-grade microwave tower network infrastructure, Unilava Corporation offers businesses of all sizes seeking cost-effective solutions to deploy and expand for complete control over their server configuration utilizing our tower locations, rather than investing in their own.

 

·         IP Phone Service - VINCE - Voice over Internet Network Communication Evolution

 

Businesses can rely on VINCE. VINCE (Voice over Internet Network Communication Evolution) division is specifically tailored to provide businesses and organizations with premium advanced communication systems to utilize and benefit from current technology like VoIP.  Business Packages include: High-Definition IP phone services, IP Fax services, Global Conference Calling, International Calling, High-Speed Internet and more.  Website:  www.telava.com.

 

·         Broadband Internet - Wireless Internet Solutions

 

Global business travelers on the go can get the internet to-go with the Broadband Bullet, providing super fast wireless internet connection at a low monthly service rate. With reliable nationwide coverage and no contracts, the Broadband Bullet offers a Use it and Return it policy that provides no purchase necessary on equipment.  Website:  www.telava.com.

 

·         Mobile Phone Service – Unilava Mobile Division

 

A Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) positioned for online and retail distribution, Unilava Mobile Division offers businesses bundled voice and data plans at competitive rate. In partnership with the most reliable network in the industry as its network backbone, the mobile division offers quality service and nationwide coverage across the United States. Website:  www.telavamobile.com.

 

·         Roadside Assistance – 24/7 National Coverage

 

Providing peace of mind to over 1 million drivers in the United States and Canada, Nationwide Roadside Assistance provides business travelers with complete 24/7 roadside customer care. For only $39.95 per year (for less 10 cents a day) business travelers are covered while on road. Website:  www.nationwideroadsideassistance.com.

 

·         Online Business Directory & Advertising - Local Area Yellow Pages

 

Local Area Yellow Pages is a nationwide online business directory and service provider recognized by the Better Business Bureau. The Company's Online Business Directory is a comprehensive and invaluable Business Portal that allows users to quickly access business information, including maps, links to featured business websites and other valuable tools and resources. Unilava and its subsidiary brands turn-key solutions empower businesses with a quick, easy and affordable way to create a web presence, and maintain local brand awareness.  Website:  www.localyp.com.

 

·         Sales Call Centers – Domestic and International Telemarketing Services

 

Unilava and its subsidiary brands have over 1,500 customer service agents available domestically and internationally, placing more than 150 million phone calls annually from five different countries in languages including English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Korean, Japanese, French and German. With specialized software programs and a highly skilled staff, businesses can rest easy knowing that all their recording needs are being met with one of the most highly-advanced, cost-efficient platforms available.  Website:  www.telava.com.

 

·         Video Email & Reports - Direct Touch

 

Direct Touch is a proprietary video email application that is accessible and easy to maintain online. With DirectTouch, sales teams and marketers are able to send personalized one-to-one emails or group emails with video and manage their contacts online. It’s a simple marketing and sales tool that helps clients understand their customer’s interest with instant activity reports. Launch date: 2010

 

INDUSTRY PEERS SIMILAR TO UNILAVA’S SUBSIDIARIES

 

Market Comparable       Valuation            Unilava Offering

 

Ø  Facebook                      MV: $10B             Social Enterprise Network

Ø  Google                           MV: $155B          Local Area Yellow Pages, Business Online Ad Directory

Ø  MySpace                       MV: $580M         Social Enterprise Network

Ø  Clearwire                      MV: $5.9B           Telava Wireless, Wireless Broadband and Towers

Ø  MetroPCS                     MV: $3.5B           Telava Mobile, Mobile Viral Marketing and Apps. Mobile Provider

 

LED BY INDUSTRY VETERANS WITH PROVEN SUCCESS IN COMPANY GROWTH

 

Baldwin Yung - President and Chief Executive Officer

Baldwin Yung, serving as President and Chief Executive Officer, is responsible for the company’s overall operations and growth direction. Mr. Yung actively leads the Company’s management, engineering, marketing and business development efforts. Leveraging on his strong background in finance and accounting and his extensive network in the investment community, Mr. Yung is also responsible for the company’s financial planning and analysis, as well as investors’ relations and press communications.

 

Mr. Yung has a Bachelor degree in Accounting from the Business School of University of Oregon. He is a member of the Business Advisory Council of the State of California and was awarded 2005 Businessman of the Year.

 

Chris W. Chen - Executive Vice President of Sales

One of the founders of Telava Marketing, Chris Chen serves as Vice President, bringing more than 25 years of experience in the telecommunication industry.

 

Prior to joining Telava, Mr. Chen served as President and CEO of Success Communications, Inc. Its core business includes software consulting of Long Distance Carrier and Operator Service Company, operations of LEC calling cards, operations of prepaid calling cards, credit card billings, LEC billing, direct billing, telemarketing setup, training and sales, customer services, and collections for telecommunications and Internet companies.

 

Mr. Chen obtained a Master of Science degree in Computer Science from The Stevens Institute of Technology in Hoboken, New Jersey in 1986 and a Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics from the National Central University in Taiwan in 1981. Mr. Chen has also completed management and financial courses in the MBA program of Nova University of Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

 

Unilava Corp. is a top-notch venture with experienced leadership. They have positioned themselves in one of the world’s fastest growing industries. For the investor, it means the best of both worlds, an astounding stock with huge potential.  Visit the Company’s website to learn more:  www.Unilava.com

 

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