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about nextgen vending™ and earthpure organics™

Nextgen Vending™ is the first and only fully organic, eco-conscious vending company in the U.S. dedicated to delivering quality organic food and beverages to schools, hospitals, gyms, manufacturing, corporate, government, foodservice and retail markets. We partner with vending operators across the country helping them bring organic products, literature and education to their existing client base, thereby satisfying the market demand for healthier products. We work to reduce, re-use and re-cycle at all times, we are Fair Trade conscious and follow the triple bottom line philosophy of striving for a fully developed concept of success (we take environmental, social and financial impacts into consideration during the development of our corporate/ business strategies). In partnership with the EPA Green Power Program and BEF (Bonneville Environmental Foundation), Nextgen Vending™ purchases wind power credits as part of our mission to be fully sustainable and 100% carbon neutral.

Earthpure Organics™ is the private label brand of its sister company, Nextgen Vending™. Earthpure Organics™ is a mission-driven company that relies on a core set of values in all its dealings – these values are; honesty, integrity, social responsibility, sustainability, diversity, family, success, hard work, passion, pride and modesty. Our mission to be a trusted leader in the retail organic food and product industry is firmly rooted in a powerful work ethic and our conviction that we can and should make a difference. Our “Organic Evolution™” product line includes a corn based biodegradable water bottle, dark chocolate bars, hemp lip balm, whole food energy bars, hand made “farm” bags, chocolate chip cookies, trail mixes, dried fruits, soaps, enzyme based cleaning solutions, energy drinks, and more. Both companies and their staff offer time, money, and support to many local and national charitable causes.

corporate locations

Nextgen Vending is headquartered in Boise Idaho, with satellite offices/ kiosks in all major US cities expected in 2008 - 2009. Our long term goal is to be the nationally recognized healthy/ organic vending company with a leading market presence within the $45 billion vending industry.

team earthpure™

paul frantellizzi is the founding and managing partner of dwellgen™, nextgen vending™ and earthpure organics™ - a 48 year old entrepreneur based in Boise, Idaho. Paul has a diverse business background, ranging from a professional car photographer, building three New York based digital media companies (IDM, New Media Training and Carbon Industries), working as the Director of Sales and Marketing for Mount Sinai Hospital of New York and serving as a two term Mayor for the City of Stanley, Idaho. Paul has strong marketing and communication skills, extensive management experience and he is a passionate and motivational leader with vision - inspired by values, community and a powerful work ethic.

justin ridle is our product developer - Justin grew up in Seattle, WA and Stanley, ID. For 28 years, he worked with his family as river outfitters on the Middle Fork of the Salmon River. As an outfitter and lead river guide, he was responsible for the safety, education, and food preparation for up to 30 guests during 6-day river trips. He received a BA in History in 1999 from Whitman College. It was during college that he began realizing the benefits of eating organic food. And after becoming a father in 2001, his commitment to organic food became even stronger. Since then, Justin has traveled and worked, both domestically and abroad, sourcing and supporting organic food wherever he has gone. In addition being an organic dedicated organic consumer, Justin has worked on organic farms and in an organic restaurant. Having committed to such diverse eating paradigms as omnivore, vegan, vegetarian, macrobiotic, and raw, he has a deep understanding of the diversity of the human diet. Justin brings a wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm to his position in the Product Development department of earthpure organics™.

pamela peters also working in product development and design -

james stewart is managing Nextgen Vending and Earthpure operations - James Stewart is a longtime Idaho resident who enjoys mountain biking, hiking, cooking, and reading. His interest in healthy living grew from his training as a certified massage therapist. He quickly learned from this experience that part of being healthy requires a proactive lifestyle and positive choices. James is dedicated to the mission of earthpure organics™ and works hard to deliver better, healthier choices in vending and other foodservices. He is a proud husband and father of two children. Amidst his busy family schedule, James is determined to finish his English degree at Boise State University (Fall ‘08).

amber hand, managing our business development department - Raised in beautiful Sun Valley Idaho and passionate about living an eco-friendly and organic life style, Amber Hand has incorporated a “green” way of life from a personal standpoint into the workplace. With a diverse background ranging from food service, sales, experience in the beauty industry business. After spending multiple years in the Seattle area Amber moved back to Boise to complete her undergraduate degree in Business Management at Boise State University.

audrey alexander, our corporate sales representative, is an ambitious, high-energy woman with a passion for food. She recently graduated from the University of Arizona with a degree in Communications and Spanish (she loves to talk!). While in school Audrey was very involved with her sorority and in turn was involved in the community. She worked with various charities and volunteer programs where she collected and donated children’s books, and helped run a basketball tournament that raised money for a non-profit organization that provides a home for abused, neglected, or homeless children. She now spends time in Boise, Idaho working on her website called Out With Audrey, where she interviews local foodies in their farms, kitchens, and grocery stores.

melanie magnan is handling our business affairs and accounting - Melanie is originally from California, ultimately a very important market to us as it has the 6th largest GDP in the world and is ahead of the curve when it comes to healthy living and eating right. Melanie has an undergraduate degree from the University of Oregon in Fine Arts. She has worked on both coasts in the commercial arts and her training and understanding of consumer trends and styles is now a core strength and interest of hers no matter what the job title. Her MBA is from Babson College, in Massachusetts where she received her degree with an emphasis in entrepreneurship. She has worked for numerous start-ups and small companies and brings much to the table in regards to understanding the needs of an early stage business.



organically yours,

paul