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VSI Holdings, Inc. Selected as Marketing Agency-of-Record For Audi Event Marketing Programs

    BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich., May 21 VSI Holdings, Inc.
(Amex: VIS) today announced that its marketing services network, Visual
Services, Inc. (VSI), has been named the event marketing provider for Audi of
America, Inc.  As the marketing agency-of-record, VSI will work closely with
Audi and its field representatives to create and execute marketing events
throughout the United States.  In addition to its Bloomfield Hills-based
management staff, VSI will also place event managers in each of Audi's four
marketing regions as well as appoint a National Event Manager to coordinate
program activities.
    "VSI's combination of integrated marketing services along with their base
of entertainment partners opens a gateway of event-based opportunities that
will strategically position the Audi brand with its target audience," stated
Maria Nahigian, Audi Event Marketing Manager.
    Audi's event marketing program currently centers around the performing
arts as well as sponsorships in lifestyle activities.  VSI's marketing and
entertainment team will build upon these existing event programs as well as
develop new sponsorship opportunities appropriate to the luxury automaker's
brand values and marketing audience.  VSI also has responsibility for Audi of
America's owner communications, owner events and Mainline consumer information
programs.
    VSI Vice President Alan Kroske commented, "We are excited about managing
Audi's event marketing programs and look forward to further building our
relationship by offering unique events and sponsorship opportunities that
integrate marketing and media platforms in fresh, engaging ways while adding
value to the Audi brand."
    "Our event marketing group is on the forefront of discovering new trends
and popular events that can deliver unique entertainment-based solutions for
our clients," added VSI Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer
Steve Schultz.

    About VSI Holdings, Inc.
    The VSI Networks provide customer relationship management services,
Internet/Intranet communications, education and training, and
edutainment/entertainment.  The company employs over 1,000 professionals
through its Networks and offers integrated marketing services using a wide
range of technology-driven alternatives.
    The spectrum of services of the Networks includes concept development
through implementation of Web-based offerings, including seamless
CRM/e-commerce integration, customer interaction center and back-end
fulfillment; long-form cable programming; interactive satellite-driven and
Web-based education and e-learning; integrated logistics and distribution;
database management; and site-based marketing and touring events.  Information
about VSI Holdings is available on their Web site at http://www.vsiholdings.com .

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