{For
Immediate Release}
“TOP FIVE”
ACTRESS AND LOVE AND HIP HOP ATLANTA, STAR KARLIE, REDD TO JOIN POSNER
COSMETICS NEW YORK, NY
(July 21, 2015) - For over 65 years, Posner has been a leader in ethnic
cosmetics and hair care, serving the distinct needs of women of color for
generations. With its evolution of unique formulations and an
ever-changing spectrum of fashion colors, our loyal customers have grown to
trust our products for their quality, effectiveness and value. We are proud
to announce that the internationally known, multi-talented star, actress,
singer, dancer, writer, producer, director and entrepreneur, Karlie Redd will
join Posner Cosmetics. She is a powerhouse of talent, with both
beauty and brains. She has it
all! Karlie's accomplishments are
noteworthy and her television and social media following, exceeding 7 million,
are evidence of her current status and popularity. She is presently
appearing on Love and Hip Hop in Atlanta.
For the next three years, Posner and Karlie will be bringing innovative
products to the market place. She
is the first national spokesperson representing Posner since Natalie Cole. Karlie starred in Chris Rock’s feature film “Top
Five” Film alongside Chris Rock, Rosario Dawson, Gabrielle Union, Sherri
Shepherd, Cedric the Entertainer and Kevin Hart released December 2014. She also held a main role, in the top
grossing film in Africa’s history for a Nollywood film “30 Days in Atlanta”
starring Vivica A. Fox and Lynn Whitfield. Karlie is the owner of two women’s
clothing and accessories store; Merci at the Stonecrest Mall, in metro
Atlanta and Mansiion at the Westfield
Culver City Mall, in West Los Angeles. Ultimately, Karlie
wants to be a role model for all young women around the world. She is here to represent
young women who work hard and never give up on their hopes and dreams. Karlie's
unique style and fashion sense will be reflected in her cutting-edge products,
shades and components. Production is underway, to introduce her Fall
Collection 2015, which will include the most timely "must haves" for
her loyal followers and the general market. Karlie Redd's new line will enhance the already existing and
popular products that have been the mainstay of Posner’s consumer choices. An international beauty born in New York and raised
with her West Indian family in Trinidad, Karlie entered the entertainment arena
at an early age. Starting off acting and modeling, by the age of 16 Karlie had
over 40 commercials, movies, and modeling appearances to her credit. Moving
back stateside at the age of 12, Karliecontinued to hone her skills studying voice, music
and dance at the Harlem School of the Arts. She also toured with the
prestigious Alvin Ailey Dance Company while continuing to model and act.
Musically, she began her career working with such noted producers as Commissioner
Gordon, Michaelangelo Saulsberry, L.O.S. TheMaestro, and Jamaican producer Mickey Bennett to
perfect her craft. Karlie has also worked with and learned from the likes of
Sean Kingston, Claudette Ortiz from City High, Da Rock, the legendary KRS-1,
new hot rapper Hot Dollar, Will.I.Am, and super producer Lenky responsible for
the 1 international smash “Get Busy” by Sean Paul. Karlie has recorded remixes to the songs “Hate on Me” by
Jill Scott and “Bed” by J. Holiday. Posner is
backed by the expertise of an innovative organization with over three
decades of expertise in manufacturing, product development and contract
packaging. All of Posner’s products, including those with Karlie, are
proudly manufactured in the United States. Posner distinguishes itself by forward thinking, fast moving
approaches to today's changing consumer and retail markets. Karlie Redd
will be part of that exciting journey. "Our
reputation as an innovator in the industry will continue to lead us to
originate unique and creative products that compliment the Posner brand,"
asserts CEO, Carole Krupnick. Along with Randy Krupnick, the company's
mission is to continue expansion with innovative products, packaging,
promotions, events and advertising, in order to maintain our commitment to
being "a legacy of beauty for women of color."