Skins Inc.(fka SKNNQ)

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Skins Inc. Engages Robert Burke Associates, a Leading Advisor to the Fashion and Retail Sectors
Wednesday March 28, 7:30 am ET

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Skins Inc. (OTCBB: SKNN - News), a developer of a revolutionary, patented, two-part interchangeable footwear structure, announced today that it has engaged the services of Robert Burke Associates, a leading advisor to the fashion and retail sectors. Robert Burke Associates will be providing strategic advisory services to assist in the development and ongoing success of the company. This will include aiding the company in the positioning of the Skins brand, review and analysis of the product lines, and identifying potential licensing opportunities and partners.

Robert Burke Associates was founded by Robert Burke, a widely respected industry executive with a deep knowledge and comprehensive understanding of fashion markets. Prior to founding the company, Mr. Burke served as the Senior Vice President of Fashion and Public Relations for Bergdorf Goodman, where he was responsible for overseeing the merchandising assortment for all areas of the store. He also spearheaded the ongoing search for new resources and their development. Prior to joining Bergdorf, Mr. Burke spent eleven years at Polo Ralph Lauren, last serving as director of men's and women's accessories and the home collection for Polo Retail Corp.

Mark Klein, President and CEO of Skins Inc. said, "We're very excited to have the support of Robert Burke Associates as we launch our innovative footwear, and Robert's in particular. I can't think of a better strategic advisor on the fashion retail landscape, and Robert's backing is indicative of the confidence we have that Skins footwear will be a phenomenal success. The team at Robert Burke Associates understands our concept and should help us tremendously as we go forward with our distribution strategy."

About Skins Inc.

Skins Inc. created and is continuing to develop an innovative two-part, interchangeable footwear structure consisting of outer collapsible "Skins" and an inner holistic orthopedic support section called the "Bone." The design allows consumers to purchase one inner section, the Bone, and numerous outer Skins, resulting in multiple style variations from the same pair of quality Bones, always with the same feel and fit no matter which Skin is being worn. Skins' objective is to create a new attire concept that allows and encourages consumers to frequently change their footwear, while experiencing equal comfort in all designs of shoes. This uniquely positions the Skins concept between footwear and apparel industries. For more information, visit http://www.skinsfootwear.com.

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