Hoffman Media LLC Announces That They Will Continue Publication of Cooking with Paula Deen

BIRMINGHAM, Ala., June 28, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- In response to recent news coverage, Hoffman Media, LLC (HM), a leading special-interest publisher based in Birmingham, Alabama, and publisher of Cooking with Paula Deen magazine, today announced that it is continuing to publish the magazine.

Eric Hoffman, executive vice president and chief operating officer for Hoffman Media, released the following statement:

"Hoffman Media has worked closely with Ms. Deen since  2005.   The recent images portrayed by the media do not reflect the person we know on a personal or a professional level.

"In the eight years that we have collaborated with Ms. Deen,  we have  witnessed her consistent generosity toward numerous charities, from hunger relief and battered women to a Savannah-based orphanage, to name a few. Most recently, she launched The Bag Lady Foundation to empower women and families in their time of need."

In closing, Mr. Hoffman said: "We are aware of the hurt that has been generated in the media in recent weeks. To be clear, Hoffman Media does not condone the use of offensive, discriminatory language or behavior. With that said, we feel that Ms. Deen's apology for past indiscretions was heartfelt and genuine.  Our partnership will move forward with greater sensitivity and understanding."

Hoffman Media, LLC (HM) is a privately held, leading special-interest publisher based in Birmingham, Ala. The company specializes in publications targeted to the women's market and the large base of advertisers who seek a print, online and interactive medium to reach this attractive demographic. In addition to publications, HM has a growing consumer event business and an established ancillary products division.

HM was founded in 1983 by Phyllis Hoffman DePiano as Symbol of Excellence Publishers, Inc. and was renamed Hoffman Media in 1998. Today, Mrs. DePiano serves as president and chief executive officer of the company and is recognized industrywide as a savvy businesswoman and talented entrepreneur.

The company has experienced steady and often remarkable growth since its founding.

CONTACT:
Nancy Assuncao
Nancy Assuncao Public Relations
Tel: 610 952 5426
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Lynn Terry
Hoffman Media LLC
Tel: 205 995 0837
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SOURCE Hoffman Media, LLC