One of the three Top Affiliate Challenge teams will be named Pepperjam for July's Top Affiliate Challenge competition

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LINCOLN, Neb./EWORLDWIRE/May 27, 2008 --- When Pepperjam Founder Kristopher Jones began canning his Grandma's jam nearly a decade ago, he didn't know he was setting a sweet foundation for future success with affiliate marketing - a zesty beginning which ultimately took his company to the Inc. 500 list of Fastest Growing Private Companies two years in a row and to weighing in as a sponsor of Top Affiliate Challenge. With an impressive roster of clients that boasts some of the most recognized product brands - Oscar de la Renta, Jelly Belly and Blockbuster - Jones' drive to capitalize has taken his northeastern Pennsylvania pursuit from just 4 in 2004 to a team numbering hovering around 100 in 2007.

Thor Schrock, the powerhouse of ingenuity behind the Top Affiliate Challenge, understands well Jones' ambition and what it means to chart a course through uncharted waters. He also appreciates the significance of Pepperjam's association with Top Affiliate Challenge.

"Life is all about risks, and affiliate marketers are digging in - with their knowledge and their skills - to snag a spot in July’s competition," said Schrock. "Kris Jones channeled his energies into learning all he could about the affiliate marketing business, and he has come out on top. His accomplishments are an inspiration for others, and his sponsorship sends an unmistakable message to the affiliate marketing community about the value of the Top Affiliate Challenge competition."

Jones' influence on online business and his local community led to his selection by Bank of America as 2005 Entrepreneur of the Year and to being named one of the Top 20 Business Leaders in Northeastern, Pa., under the age of 40. When not speaking or moderating engagements at leading national and international marketing conferences (Search-Engine Strategies (SES), Affiliate Summit, Electronic Retailing Association (ERA), and eTail, for example), he participates on Board of Directors and Advisory Committees in premier technology, educational and non-profit organizations (Great Valley Technology Alliance, Penn State University (WB) - Department of Information Science and Technology, Albany Law School Alumni Association, Pennsylvania Keystone Innovation Zone (KIZ), CAN BE Business Incubator, Luzerne Foundation Millenium Circle, and the United Way).

Said Jones, "The Inc. 500 identifies creative, forward-thinking, fast-growth companies - ones which are transforming the ways in which we live, how we conduct business and where we will go tomorrow. An Inc. 500 company, Pepperjam's association with Top Affiliate Challenge reinforces our perception of the growing strength of affiliate marketing and any business' ability to connect anyone with a dream with truly meaningful opportunities."

Schrock's own growing influence and widespread exposure is attracting affiliate marketing attention, and he's discriminating about links, seeking only the best for Top Affiliate Challenge. "Pepperjam has put Top Affiliate Challenge on its plate and extends our reach into the international affiliate marketing community, bringing entrepreneurs closer to the pioneers who've distinguished themselves in the industry than ever before."

Anyone anywhere in the world who can present a compelling reason supporting why he or she should be voted to take part in the Top Affiliate Challenge may submit a video entry at 'http://www.topaffiliatechallenge.com', and the public will cast votes for the most promising candidates. "As the clock runs out, the final stretch for would-be Top Affiliate Challenge candidates gets shorter. To win it, they've got to be in it - soon," added Schrock.

During Top Affiliate Challenge, leaders in the Internet marketing space - Jeremy Schoemaker, John Chow and Ken McArthur - will strive to discern genius from brilliance, until 1 of the 12 contenders scoops up the Top Affiliate title, prizes and one of two custom-crafted rings from sponsor, Wright's Jewelers ('http://www.topaffiliatechallenge .com/wrightsvideo').

With Pepperjam, noteworthy sponsors commanding affiliate marketers' attention are companies such as Azoogle and CPA Empire - an Inc. 500 Fastest Growing Private Company). Businesses who wish to be part of the competition may learn about options for sponsoring the Top Affiliate Challenge program or the audition process by e-mailing service@topaffiliatechallenge.com.

MEDIA: To arrange for interviews with affiliate marketing contestants or with organizer Thor Schrock, call 402-212-5393 or e-mail service@topaffiliatechallenge.com.

About Top Affiliate Challenge

Top Affiliate Challenge ('http://www.topaffiliatechallenge.com'), presented by Thor Schrock, is seeking out the top affiliate marketing talent for the Web's first real-time, reality program. Selected from video entries and by public voting, a dozen key affiliate marketers will take up temporary residence in Lincoln, Neb., in July, 2008, to contend for the top spot. Over the course of a three-week competition, rivals will be divided into three teams vying personally as well as part of a team to secure a place on the show. The team with the least earnings will lose one member to elimination. The last contestant standing earns the title of Top Affiliate, a custom ring designed and cast by Wright's Jewelers, cash and other prizes. Leading experts in the industry, and established and successful affiliate marketing gurus - Jeremy Schoemaker, John Chow, Ken McArthur - will guide contenders along their way to capturing the title. Learn more by visiting 'http://www.topaffiliatechallenge.com'.

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CONTACT:
Thor Schrock
Top Affiliate Challenge
7160 S. 29th Street
Suite C2
Lincoln, NE 68516
PHONE. 402-212-5393

SOURCE: Top Affiliate Challenge

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