Punch TV Stuns the Industry with its Phenomenal Growth of 2,500% In a Year
LOS ANGELES, Nov. 20, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- It was only 13 months ago that Punch/IC Places OTCQB: ICPA became an official part of the world of television broadcasting. Providing 24 hour 7 days a week, entertainment, Punch TV immediately distinguished itself thru its extraordinary programming strategy although an infant network, Punch TV like the giants in the television industry, entered the market with 70% original programming. But, Punch TV also defines its position in the market in another way. Recognizing the shifted demography in the country, Punch TV targeted the new Urban American-Latinos, African Americans, Asians, Caucasians, and others who share a preference for edgy, non-mainstream programming.
But, within a matter of less than 13 months, Punch TV has achieved another unusual accomplishment. In October 20, 2011 Punch TV was assessable in 2 million households. As of December 2012 Punch TV will be available to 59 million households. This represents a 2,500% growth rate in slightly over more than 1 year.
Through more than 34 affiliates, as well as a contract for direct to homes broadcasting, Punch TV has now acquired affiliates in major markets. These include...
Affiliates to begin broadcasting December 2012:
Station
City/State
Channel
Ranking
* TV Homes
WYGA
ATLANTA , GA
16.3
9
4,326,840**
KVAT
AUSTIN, TEXAS
17.1
45
705,280
W25DW
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
25.4
3
3,484,800
KHPK
DALLAS, TEXAS
28.4
5
2,588,020
K05MD
DENVER, COLORADO
5.2
17
1,566,460
KNBX
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA
31.4
40
718,990
KTAV
LOS ANGELES, CA
35.6
2
5,613,460
KHDTV
HIGH DESERT LA, CA
TBA
2,000,000
W16CC
MIAMI, FLORIDA
16.6
16
1,621,130
KTOU
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
21.4
41
718,770
K25WM
PHOENIX, ARIZONA
25.2
13
1,812,040
KBTV
SACRAMENTO, CA
8.2
20
1,387,710
KSAA
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS
40.5
36
881,050
K26DK
SAN JUAN, PR
25.3
N/A
1,580,184
KUSE
SEATTLE, WA
46.6
12
1,818,900
KPTN
SAINT LOUIS, MO
36.4
21
2,000,000**
KTAM
TAMPA, FLORIDA
30.2
14
1,806,560
Current on air Punch Affiliates:
Station
City/State
Channel
Ranking
* TV Homes
WBQP
PENSACOLA, FLORIDA
12.1
60
527,930
KLNK
LUFKIN, TEXAS
48.2
200,000
WBWP
PALM BEACH, FLORIDA
57
38
794,310
KGMC
FRESNO, CA
43.1
55
576,820
WHPR
DETROIT
33 / Cable
11
1,842,650
KUTB
SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH
18
33
917,370
K45IY
ALEXANDRIA, LA
35
179
(Three
K31HO
SHREVEPORT, LA
31
82
Combined
K45IM
MONROE, LA
45
137
1,500,000***)
KCTU
WICHITA, KANSAS
43.2
66
454,590
WKNI
ANDALUSIA, AL
25.1
100,000
KSCE
EL PASO, TEXAS
38
90
339,130
KJJN
DOTHAN, AL
56.4
169
109,080
WNYN
NEW YORK, NY
39.2
1
7,384,340
KMTP
TOPEKA, KANSAS
21.2
136
176,160
KMCA
CHICO/REDDING, CA
10
131
194,590
KACN
ANCHORAGE, AK
33.3
145
156,280
KVQT
HOUSTON, TX
21.5
10
2,215,650
KAOB
BEAUMONT, TX
27.4
141
168,420
Satellite
Direct to Home
2
5,000,000
Total TV Homes: 59,902,174
*Based on Nielsen - "Local Television Market Universe Estimates Comparisons of 2011-12 and 2012-13 Market Ranks"
** Includes Suburbs
"This milestone is a critical step in the growth of the Punch TV side of our business," said Steven Samblis, CEO of IC Places, Inc. "The tremendous effort it took to reach this milestone shows our commitment to increase revenues by tapping into National Advertisers."
About IC Places:
IC Places is a transmedia entertainment complex that produces entertainment content for distribution across multiple mediums. The company trades on the OTCQB: Symbol ICPA. ( www.icplaces.com )
On August 11th 2012, IC Places purchased Punch TV Network. Punch TV Network has a roster of original programming which includes 50 new dramas, comedies, variety shows, talk shows, children's shows, and inspirational entertainment.
Through multiple long term partnerships, clips and full episodes of the company's shows are available to people outside the traditional set top box. This exposure serves as both a profit center and marketing component promoting the TV Network, its line up and the company's new media specific programming across multiple platforms.
IC Places Safe Harbor Statement
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. These forward-looking statements are based on the current plans and expectations of management and are subject to a number of uncertainties and risks that could significantly affect the company's current plans and expectations, as well as future results of operations and financial condition. (A more extensive listing of risks and factors that may affect the company's business prospects and cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements can be found in the reports and other documents filed by the company with the Securities and Exchange Commission.) The company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
Contact Information:
IC Places, Inc.
www.Punchtv.net
Steven Samblis
Joseph Collins
562-424-4597
Press Inquiries:
info@icplaces.com
SOURCE IC Places, Inc.
Copyright 2012 PR Newswire
LOS ANGELES, Nov. 20, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- It was only 13 months ago that Punch/IC Places OTCQB: ICPA became an official part of the world of television broadcasting. Providing 24 hour 7 days a week, entertainment, Punch TV immediately distinguished itself thru its extraordinary programming strategy although an infant network, Punch TV like the giants in the television industry, entered the market with 70% original programming. But, Punch TV also defines its position in the market in another way. Recognizing the shifted demography in the country, Punch TV targeted the new Urban American-Latinos, African Americans, Asians, Caucasians, and others who share a preference for edgy, non-mainstream programming.
But, within a matter of less than 13 months, Punch TV has achieved another unusual accomplishment. In October 20, 2011 Punch TV was assessable in 2 million households. As of December 2012 Punch TV will be available to 59 million households. This represents a 2,500% growth rate in slightly over more than 1 year.
Through more than 34 affiliates, as well as a contract for direct to homes broadcasting, Punch TV has now acquired affiliates in major markets. These include...
Affiliates to begin broadcasting December 2012:
Station
City/State
Channel
Ranking
* TV Homes
WYGA
ATLANTA , GA
16.3
9
4,326,840**
KVAT
AUSTIN, TEXAS
17.1
45
705,280
W25DW
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
25.4
3
3,484,800
KHPK
DALLAS, TEXAS
28.4
5
2,588,020
K05MD
DENVER, COLORADO
5.2
17
1,566,460
KNBX
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA
31.4
40
718,990
KTAV
LOS ANGELES, CA
35.6
2
5,613,460
KHDTV
HIGH DESERT LA, CA
TBA
2,000,000
W16CC
MIAMI, FLORIDA
16.6
16
1,621,130
KTOU
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
21.4
41
718,770
K25WM
PHOENIX, ARIZONA
25.2
13
1,812,040
KBTV
SACRAMENTO, CA
8.2
20
1,387,710
KSAA
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS
40.5
36
881,050
K26DK
SAN JUAN, PR
25.3
N/A
1,580,184
KUSE
SEATTLE, WA
46.6
12
1,818,900
KPTN
SAINT LOUIS, MO
36.4
21
2,000,000**
KTAM
TAMPA, FLORIDA
30.2
14
1,806,560
Current on air Punch Affiliates:
Station
City/State
Channel
Ranking
* TV Homes
WBQP
PENSACOLA, FLORIDA
12.1
60
527,930
KLNK
LUFKIN, TEXAS
48.2
200,000
WBWP
PALM BEACH, FLORIDA
57
38
794,310
KGMC
FRESNO, CA
43.1
55
576,820
WHPR
DETROIT
33 / Cable
11
1,842,650
KUTB
SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH
18
33
917,370
K45IY
ALEXANDRIA, LA
35
179
(Three
K31HO
SHREVEPORT, LA
31
82
Combined
K45IM
MONROE, LA
45
137
1,500,000***)
KCTU
WICHITA, KANSAS
43.2
66
454,590
WKNI
ANDALUSIA, AL
25.1
100,000
KSCE
EL PASO, TEXAS
38
90
339,130
KJJN
DOTHAN, AL
56.4
169
109,080
WNYN
NEW YORK, NY
39.2
1
7,384,340
KMTP
TOPEKA, KANSAS
21.2
136
176,160
KMCA
CHICO/REDDING, CA
10
131
194,590
KACN
ANCHORAGE, AK
33.3
145
156,280
KVQT
HOUSTON, TX
21.5
10
2,215,650
KAOB
BEAUMONT, TX
27.4
141
168,420
Satellite
Direct to Home
2
5,000,000
Total TV Homes: 59,902,174
*Based on Nielsen - "Local Television Market Universe Estimates Comparisons of 2011-12 and 2012-13 Market Ranks"
** Includes Suburbs
"This milestone is a critical step in the growth of the Punch TV side of our business," said Steven Samblis, CEO of IC Places, Inc. "The tremendous effort it took to reach this milestone shows our commitment to increase revenues by tapping into National Advertisers."
About IC Places:
IC Places is a transmedia entertainment complex that produces entertainment content for distribution across multiple mediums. The company trades on the OTCQB: Symbol ICPA. ( www.icplaces.com )
On August 11th 2012, IC Places purchased Punch TV Network. Punch TV Network has a roster of original programming which includes 50 new dramas, comedies, variety shows, talk shows, children's shows, and inspirational entertainment.
Through multiple long term partnerships, clips and full episodes of the company's shows are available to people outside the traditional set top box. This exposure serves as both a profit center and marketing component promoting the TV Network, its line up and the company's new media specific programming across multiple platforms.
IC Places Safe Harbor Statement
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. These forward-looking statements are based on the current plans and expectations of management and are subject to a number of uncertainties and risks that could significantly affect the company's current plans and expectations, as well as future results of operations and financial condition. (A more extensive listing of risks and factors that may affect the company's business prospects and cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements can be found in the reports and other documents filed by the company with the Securities and Exchange Commission.) The company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
Contact Information:
IC Places, Inc.
www.Punchtv.net
Steven Samblis
Joseph Collins
562-424-4597
Press Inquiries:
info@icplaces.com
SOURCE IC Places, Inc.
Copyright 2012 PR Newswire
