Veteran Entrepreneur Ann Marie Mendlow Launches New Venture Zero2Sixty Studio

BLUE BELL, Pa., Dec. 22, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Marking the launch of her fourth venture in the decor space, veteran entrepreneur Ann Marie Mendlow today announced that she has founded Zero2Sixty Studio, specializing in functional and alternative wall decor formats.  Mendlow also announced that Zero2Sixty's inaugural partnership for design will be with Kathy Davis Studios, a leading lifestyle brand and design company.  Signing on as Zero2Sixty's national sales representation is Ivystone, premier sales and marketing agency serving the Gift and Home industry for over 50 years. Ivystone's sales professionals have forged thousands of retailer and designer partnerships nationally and are well situated to launch and grow the Zero2Sixty brand.

This new venture follows a lineage of past companies founded by visionary and Chief Officer, Mendlow who said, "Building on my former success and relationships in the field I am thrilled to leap back into the home design market. I am driven by the changing industry and creative process that I've been a part of for the last two decades, and am confident that the combination of my desire for innovation and art expertise, the creative skills of the incredible Kathy Davis team and the strength of Ivystone will give Zero2Sixty a true competitive edge." She continued, "I look forward to connecting with the selling community, retailers and friends who have been so instrumental in building successful businesses with me in the past."

Zero2Sixty will debut its launch collection, which will feature Kathy Davis' iconic watercolor designs at three upcoming tradeshow markets - Atlanta, Dallas and Las Vegas in early 2015 and will be featured in Ivystone's showrooms beginning in January. The collection consists of an up-trending category of functional wall decor–putting your walls to work–and is in line with items Mendlow has introduced in her previous companies. Zero2Sixty Studio's mission is to bring retailers and consumers innovative new products "at the speed of style." Mendlow believes "our lifestyle commands us to seek and find immediate gratification. To me that translates into having compelling items at the shoppers' fingertips­­–time is precious and accessibility is critical."

"It is a key initiative for Kathy Davis to create meaningful products – products that inspire," says Sarah Van Aken, Vice President of Marketing, Kathy Davis Studios, "and our partnership with Zero2Sixty extends our ability to do that. We are thrilled to partner with Ann Marie in this venture and believe that the launch collection will not only resonate with retailers and consumers, but will further our mission to inspire others to create a life they love."

"We are very excited about the partnership between Zero2Sixty and Ivystone," states Monica Loving, Vice President of Vendor Relations for Ivystone Group. "Having known Ann Marie for many years and watching her innovation and success with the companies that she has represented or owned, we are thrilled to finally have the opportunity to work with her."

Since entering the home decor space in 1996, Mendlow has signatured and marketed some of the most significant products in wall decor, photo storage & display, and stationery.  Her accomplishments include serving as CEO and founder of Lot 26 Studio, President and founder of New View Gifts & Accessories, and Divisional President of Continental Box Company.  

About Zero2Sixty Studio
Zero2Sixty Studio is a wall decor design and distribution company bringing retailers and consumers innovative products that enhance the look and functionality of the home.  The Company was founded by Ann Marie Mendlow who has a proven track record in creating and scaling brands in the home decor space.

About Kathy Davis Studios

About Ivystone

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