Deal Flow 8-13-2009

Krispy Kreme Doughnut Corporation announced today that it has entered into a sponsorship agreement with the NFL Carolina Panthers, which includes the Company's signature products being available during all home games for the next three seasons.

Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. will sponsor a three-person team that will compete in the Professional Bull Riders 2009 Built Ford Tough Series. Cooper has been a Professional Bull Riders sponsor since 2008.

Toyota has struck a deal to become the official vehicle of the Indianapolis Colts for the upcoming football season.

Qwest Communications announced today that it's reached a five-year sponsorship deal with Target Field and the Minnesota Twins.

Nestle's Butterfinger is extending its comedy marketing strategy through a sponsorship with The Improv spanning 28 nationwide Improv and Funny Bone clubs.

Proximo Spirits and 1800 Tequila announced today an official partnership with the Los Angeles Lakers.