Stratus Media Group Announces 805 Living to Sponsor Santa Barbara Concours d'Elegance

SANTA BARBARA, Calif.--Stratus Media Group, Inc. (OTCBB: SMDI), a leading live entertainment company, announces 805 Living to be the Presenting Media Sponsor of this year’s Santa Barbara Concours d’Elegance VIP Hospitality Lounge and Masquerade Ball. As a sponsor, 805 Living will feature the Santa Barbara Concours d’Elegance in the September and October issues. In addition to promoting the event to 805 Living’s affluent audience of more than 198,000 readers, 805 Living will be providing a reader giveaway in the September issue to include a Concours d’Elegance VIP all-access pass. And, it will be providing sponsors of the Concours d’Elegance and Vino d’Elegance wine festival with discount ad rates of which a portion will be donated back to the Concours’ supported charities.

“This year's event benefits local and national charities. We are very excited to have 805 Living’s partnership assist us in raising funds for such great causes.”

Paul Feller, President and CEO of Stratus Media Group said, “We’re glad to welcome 805 Living as a partner and media sponsor. By teaming with top media brands, we will expose and attract a broader audience who really enjoy the best that life has to offer: premier automobiles, fine art, haute fashion, divine food and wine, and the pleasure of being together in one multi-day event.�??

"We are pleased to be part of Concours d’Elegance as we grow our presence in the Santa Barbara market," said Carla J. Blanco, Publisher of 805 Living.

“805 Living readers enjoy living the good life. The Concours d’Elegance exemplifies characteristics that are key to 805 Living’s success: quality, substance, and style,�?? adds Lynne Andujar, Editor in Chief of 805 Living.

“It’s wonderful to have 805 Living on board to promote this luxury lifestyle experience!�?? said Stratus Media Group’s Jamie Schaible, Director of Partnership and Development. “This year's event benefits local and national charities. We are very excited to have 805 Living’s partnership assist us in raising funds for such great causes.�??

About Stratus Media Group, Inc.

Headquartered in Santa Barbara, with offices in Los Angeles, Geneva, Switzerland, and Perugia, Italy, Stratus Media Group Inc. (SMDI) is an owner, operator and marketer of live entertainment events and all media rights. In addition, the Company owns Stratus Rewards Visa White Card, a ultra exclusive consumer rewards marketing and redemption program, providing premium redemption benefits to members in the form of VIP event access, luxury trips, private jet travel, luxury automobiles, high-end merchandise and other rewards. www.stratusmediagroup.com

About 805 Living

805 Living is the only high-end monthly regional lifestyle magazine in the 805 area. It combines the best of both worlds: the quality and style of a national publication with locally focused, relevant editorial that highlights the vibrant communities of western Los Angeles, Ventura, and Santa Barbara Counties, from Calabasas to Santa Barbara and beyond.

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