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Holistic Global Sneaker Platform Now Accessible Worldwide

NEW YORK – May 7, 2013 – Snkrbst (pr. Sneaker Beast), an online and pop-up marketplace for all things sneaker just launched today. Hatched from the mind of industry veteran Jay Corbin, the new physical and digital destination for footwear aficionados aims to unify sneaker culture through education, financial responsibility, original content and unique shopping experiences.

Jay Corbin aka the Sneaker Sensei is an avid collector, and was Senior Lifestyle Editor of ESPN the Magazine for seven years as well as contributor to Footwear News, The Shadow League, Global Grind and Complex amongst other publications. Corbin conceived this concept after noticing the void of high-level, top of the line sneaker expos and events.

“I wanted to create a 1-stop shop for everything that is good in sneaker culture,” Corbin says. “All products, news and events will be well-rounded, elevated experiences. We’re bringing in big brands, big sponsors and really raising the bar on traditional sneaker events. To say we’re excited for this is an understatement.”

Integrating an online hub of exclusive sneaker editorial content, a limited and particularly curated collection of sneakers available via ecommerce as well as pop-up sneaker shows, regional sneaker conventions and lifestyle events across the country, Snkrbst will be the epicenter of footwear culture.

The Snkrbst website will feature weekly product drops and the latest in sneaker news, events and collaborations. From interviews with top designers to starlit sneaker profiles, the site will be a sneakerhead’s go-to for all kicks considered.

In addition to perusing current editorial, visitors to Snkrbst.com can shop a premier inventory of rare hard to find sneakers, sourced from private collections as well as the company’s tight-knit relationships within the industry. Brands will include Nike, Brand Jordan, New Balance, Reebok, Under Armour, Puma, Etonic and more. All available footwear will be of high quality and very exclusive.

Snkrbst will also hit the road in physical form, producing pop-up expos in major US cities, namely Brooklyn, Philadelphia, Chicago and Boston for 2013. Events will host sneaker vendors, live music performances, authentication booths and business symposiums for attendees to participate.