ABOUT ROBB HAVASSY: Havassy, whose original artwork sells for upwards of tens-of-thousands-of-dollars, is arguably one of the most successful artists of his generation. In addition to being one of the surf culture's most celebrated and collected artist, his work was featured as the official cover art for literature supporting last year’s AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am of Golf championship, one of the Professional Golf Association’s (PGA’s) most popular stops. Robb Havassy's cover art for the 2005 tournament was one of the most popular in the event’s history," said Cathy Scherzer, Pebble Beach Co. director of marketing. Havassy’s partnerships with the core action sports industry include the likes of Reef, Op, Robert August and Howe Jeans. He is currently art directing and collaborating on an upcoming feature film documentary of surf culture, and is working on new apparel lines for Reef, Robert August, F54, and his own eponymous brand. Additionally, he is in negotiations pursuant to a licensing deal with a prominent winery, which intends to feature Havassy artwork on its bottle labels. Havassy balances his commercial focus with a devotion to environmental concerns and youth-related philanthropies. He has been closely involved with the Surfrider Foundation, the Surf Industry Manufacturers Association (SIMA), Heal the Bay, and Surf Aid International over the past decade, helping raise eco-awareness, and is credited with more than $50,000 of donation proceeds from his art donations and total contribution approaching six figures. "For almost a decade, Robb's art has been an integral part of many Surfrider Foundation initiatives—from participating in many art auctions to fund clean water programs, to creating his annual "Surf Odyssey" Surf Art calendar benefiting Surfrider Foundation, and even creating T-shirt designs for Surfrider apparel,” said Jim Moriarty, executive director of Surfrider Foundation. “He's shown the highest level of commitment to our cause.” Last year, Havassy worked with Reef, a wholly owned subsidiary of VF Corp. (NASDAQ: VFC), on its footwear and apparel line, as well as a special edition surf art poster for Tsunami Relief, which allocated 100% of sales proceeds to Surf Aid International. To date, the print has raised over $15,000 for the ongoing Indonesian relief effort. "Robb is both an amazing artist and true waterman, as he reflects the authenticity and soul of the sport through his creative work," says Dick Baker, president of Ocean Pacific (Op), a division of Warnaco (NASDAQ: WRNC) and SIMA president. “He is a legend in the world of surf art and his work has been an integral part of the lifestyle of the sport.” SIMA director Sean Smith says: "It goes without saying that Robb is a very talented artist and that his work is absolutely stunning," says Sean Smith, executive director of SIMA. "We are doubly blessed in that Robb is not only talented, but also a passionate surfer who cares about the ocean." Havassy has been the featured artist for the SIMA's annual fundraiser, The Waterman's Ball, four of the past six years, and his work has generated the highest auction bids for artwork in the event's history.