August 23, 2001

August 22, 2001 - Vancouver BC � As part of Option-NFA�s strategy for increased global presence, the company is pleased to announce the addition of Maxx vonMarbod to the management team.

Maxx brings a diverse background of industry experience and snowboarding involvement including his most recent position as North American Sales Manager for Faction Denim.

"Not only does Maxx have the energy and intelligence for this job, but his experience in retail, as a Pro Rider, product tester, sales rep, team manager and NSM over the course of the past 15 years gives him a wealth of knowledge regarding the industry" says VP Sales and Promotions Byron Seegers. "We are very excited to have Maxx on board and we all feel that the experience he brings with him will be invaluable to our efforts in the states".

For his own part, vonMarbod is happy to call his new company home. "I�m super excited to join the NFA and Option Family. For the longest time I�ve admired their product and especially their commitment to quality. The crew here has this tight-knit supportive energy that will drive me to put everything I can into my role as Sales Manager. I�m really looking forward to showing our dealers how much we can do for them!"

For more information visit www.option-nfa.com or call (604) 255-5594.