Nonprofit Imports of Bali's Holiday Preview Open House Huge Success

SCOTTSDALE, October 4, 2007 — Imports of Bali, Scottsdale's unique nonprofit retail store (http://www.importsofbali.org), previewed its stunning holiday collection on Sept. 27th to a standing room-only crowd of VIPs who lent their support to this worthwhile job creation initiative.

With a mission of Aid through Trade, Imports of Bali helps entrepreneurs in developing countries tap into the global economy, develop business skills and create lasting employment for artisans who hand-make all products for sale at the store.

Among the hundreds of concerned citizens — and active shoppers — at the holiday preview were Arizona State Legislator Robert Mesa, Honorable Barry Wong, and Brian Spiker of the United Way.

"We are very thankful for all who joined our open house and for doing some of their early Christmas shopping with us!" said Terry Koch, Executive Director of the Kearny Alliance. "Our products are amazingly beautiful and the attention to detail is superb. Many pieces are heirloom quality.

"Plus, each purchase truly makes a difference in people's lives. Every $1,200 worth of hand-crafted merchandise sold in our store is one job for one year for a person in poverty.

"By training and partnering with low-income producers in Cambodia, Laos, Indonesia and Nepal in quality control, production, business management, and marketing, we insure the highest quality products for export.

Unique Holiday Shopping Experience Available at Imports of Bali
Imports of Bali has on display a new, stunning collection of one-of-a-kind:
— Exquisitely hand-crafted 0.925 sterling silver jewelry inlay with semi precious stones
— Recycled teak and Javanese palisadre home décor
— Home accessories with finely woven hand-loomed silks
— Indoor and outdoor sculptures and furniture crafted from metals, indigenous stone and other natural materials, and;
— Original oil paintings signed by the artist

Sales are both wholesale and direct to the public. All profits generated from sales are reinvested in assisting a greater number of low-income entrepreneurs in Southeast Asia, Nepal and Afghanistan.

Imports of Bali Store Location and Store Hours
Imports of Bali store is located at 14611 North Scottsdale Road at the NE corner of Scottsdale and Acoma — just north of Thunderbird.

Imports of Bali store hours are:
— Monday to Saturday, 10:00 am — 6:00 pm
— Sunday, Noon to 5:00 pm
Extended holiday hours begin Nov. 23.
— Monday to Saturday, 10:00 am — 8:00 pm
— Sunday, Noon to 5:00 pm.

For further information about our products or philanthropic mission, please call Imports of Bali store at 480 991 4440 and visit our website at http://www.importsofbali.org.

About The Kearny Alliance and Imports of Bali
The Kearny Alliance is nonprofit 501 (c) (3) organization that supports innovative business education and training, applied research and other initiatives to promote international trade. While the foundation's activities have global impact, its geographic focus is Asia.

The results of the Alliance's efforts are the creation of lasting jobs, increased efficiencies in business and greater cross-cultural understanding. It accomplishes it mission through: International trade and commerce; Skills-based development and training; Global marketing and management; Information technology, and; Cultural exchange.

Key programs of the Kearny Alliance (http://www.kearnyalliance.org) include the Export Service Centre (http://www.exportservicecentre.com) with offices in Denpasar, Indonesia. The Centre assists low-income producers throughout Indonesia, Cambodia and Laos, Nepal and Afghanistan to sell products to buyers worldwide. The Export Service Centre is a regular exhibitor at the Global Sources China Sourcing Fairs (http://www.chinasourcingfair.com) in Hong Kong, including Fashion Accessories and Gifts & Home Products.

Imports of Bali (http://www.importsofbali.org) is the nonprofit retail arm of the Kearny Alliance. The Imports of Bali retail store in Scottsdale, Arizona, offers a direct sales outlet for small-scale producers in developing countries.

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