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TGR and JHMR Sign New Four Year Deal
(Teton Village, Wyo., December 7, 2006) Jackson Hole Mountain Resort and Teton Gravity Research signed a four year, six figure contract that will ensure their successful relationship continues until 2010. Both mavericks in the industry, the two companies, JHMR and TGR have formed a powerful brand over the last 10 years that translates stunningly to the big screen. This contract reflects the commitment from JHMR to the medium of film, the big mountain, high testosterone experience JHMR provides and the confidence in this Teton Village, WY based company.
Exciting elements of the new contract include rights for JHMR to show TGR footage on jacksonhole.com, strategic placement of JHMR Web Cams, snow report links and a new TGR Travel site on tetongravity.com (operated by JH Central Reservations) and new co-op ventures such as a TGR Themed Bar during Mountain Festival. "We are proud to have signed a long term deal with JHMR, it means a lot to all our owners and employees to receive this local support. It allows us to work closely with JHMR operations and marketing, and will give us new insights into their business goals. Our business continues to grow annually and we are committed to helping JHMR reach their skier day goals via marketing strategies, in particular film," commented Dirk Collins, TGR Founder. "With $60 million spent on major capital improvements over the past 10 years, Jackson Hole Mountain Resort has increasingly become a destination chosen by families and mixed ability groups. In tandem with these growing markets, it is important to us to continue to inspire the younger generation with our legendary mountain appeal." Blann added. From small beginnings in the mountains of Alaska this four man (Steve Jones, Todd Jones, Dirk Collins and Corey Gavitt) start up company has grown to its current status, renowned in the action sports world for capturing high angle, high exposure, and high consequence extreme sports athleticism. Named as one of the 20 "most influential companies" in the outdoor industry by Outside Magazine, Teton Gravity Research (TGR) has always specialized in getting the shots that others can only imagine. TGR is headquartered in Teton Village, WY and can be found at tetongravity.com JHMR and TGR have just co-produced The Big One - 10 years of TGR in Jackson Hole To order a copy visit www.tetongravity.com
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"TGR has shown incredible tenacity and business savvy over the past decade," commented Jerry Blann, President JHMR. The annual ski movie now packs movie houses across America and the world. The diversity of TGR produced broadcast TV and web programming illustrates their creativity and caliber. Jackson Hole has the Number 1 terrain in the U.S and will always draw the best skiers and riders. With this contract in place we can capture these athletes at their finest, against the stunning backdrop of the Tetons and reflect the true magic of this place to the world." Added Blann.
