Sits like a sofa, Statement of Qualifications: DUO-BED LLC. sleeps like a bed.

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1 Sits like a sofa, Statement of Qualifications: DUO-BED LLC sleeps like a bed. 1

2 Table of contents Company Overview 3 Vision and Executive Profiles 4 Products 5 Why are duobeds better than other sofa beds? 6 Better use of space 7 More comfortable for sitting and sleeping 8 Unique pillow construction 9 Hotel buys less furniture, guests have more options 10 Corner table, Backboards, Fabric, Wood 11 Easy to assemble and arrange 12 The possibilities are endless Core Competencies and Company Data 14 Certifications and Industry Awards 14 Photos 15

3 Company Overview DUO-BED LLC is a furniture manufacturing company and sales source for duobeds, a new, patented modular sofa bed unit that can be converted to beds, chairs, chaises and ottomans to meet the purpose of any room. We also manufacture the duopillow, a small version of the duobed sofa back pillow that provides lumbar support for sitting and makes any sofa, bed or chair more comfortable. The duobed story began with a need for comfortable, versatile, stylish, quality furniture that could fit into a small space and be multipurpose for sleeping, relaxing, and working. We started searching retail furniture stores, magazines, the internet there was nothing on the market that could solve the problem. So we decided to build it ourselves. Then we let our imaginations rule as we worked with our design and manufacturing partners to create the duobed furniture system. With enthusiastic encouragement from designers and manufacturers, we submitted a patent application and secured a trademark. The result is a product that can revolutionize how rooms are furnished in homes, offices, hospitals, vacation homes, dorm rooms, even cruise ships. We spent two years developing the duobed design, testing it, and implementing the production process. Our solid manufacturing and delivery system is ready to ramp up for the $65 billion furniture industry with a supplier who has more than 30 years experience manufacturing case goods. 3

4 Vision We seek to establish and maintain a well-regarded brand one that is known for its functionality, craftsmanship, and innovative design. Comfort, versatility and value define duobed. We want to bring comfort and style to every space where people sit and sleep. We want to maximize the spaces where people sit and sleep by using one piece of furniture that changes easily to meet the needs of that space. We want to provide a quality product, made in the USA, that is affordable for the hotel, cruise line, vacation home, and time share industries. Executive Profiles Edele Singer envisioned the duobed concept and established the company. She has extensive entrepreneurial experience, owned a retail business, and is a real estate developer and investor. Barbara Chandler is a freelance writer, marketing consultant, and technology facilitator. Previously she held executive level marketing and communications positions at non-profit organizations, and owned a retail business for 10 years. She has a Masters Degree in Communication from the University of Nebraska at Omaha. Edward Goldberg is the COO of an internet service provider. He holds a degree in political science from the University of Nevada at Reno. 4

5 duobed Products Premiere 4 platforms + 1 corner table Easily arrange in any combination: Sofas Chairs Chaises Ottomans Twin Beds King Bed Desk End Table Small dining Table Deluxe 2 platforms + 1 corner table Easily arrange in any combination: Sofa Chairs Chaise Ottomans Twin Bed Desk End Table Small dining Table Standard 2 platforms Easily arrange in any combination: Sofa Chairs Chaise Ottomans Twin Bed duopillow Use on any sofa, chair or bed for exceptional back support 5

6 How can a hotel room be transformed with a duobed? And why are duobeds better than other sofa beds? Better use of the space More comfortable More sitting and sleeping options for the guests Fewer pieces of furniture to purchase 6

7 Better use of the space A fold-out sofa bed takes up a lot of floor space and often requires moving other furniture, such as a coffee table, in order to use it as a bed. A duobed sofa can be converted to a bed by simply removing the sofa back pillows. Of course, if space allows, the versatile modular sofa bed unit can be arranged to take advantage of larger room areas. Limited options and less space with other sofa beds Diagrams are based on a 20 x 20 hotel room. Not drawn to exact scale More options and more space with duobeds 7

8 More comfortable... for sitting We think being comfortable is the first priority of a sofa. Other sofa beds are very uncomfortable for sitting. The seats and back don t provide enough support and the cushions tend to sink at the back end making it a struggle to get up. Everyone we talk to says they have to buy extra throw pillows for their sofas and they still can t get comfortable. duobed sofa back cushions provide great support and the seat cushions are uniformly firm so users don t sink into the back end. There s no need for piling up a bunch of throw pillows to get comfortable. And instead of having to maneuver out of a sunken seat cushion, the firm duobed cushions make it easy to stand up. for sleeping Other sofa beds have thin mattresses and metal bar supports that make sleeping very uncomfortable. duobed cushions are made of thick, high-density, mattress quality foam that provides exceptional support but is soft enough to make sleeping a pleasure. 8

9 Unique pillow construction duobed sofa back pillows are a totally unique design. We start with a foam core to provide a firm foundation. That core is surrounded by a removable envelope that has a layer of down and feathers encased in neatly sewn pockets to prevent shifting. Then we cover the pillow with a suede-like polyester fabric that comes in a wide range of colors. The cover wipes clean with a damp cloth or can be removed for cleaning. We can also use the customer s own fabric. duopillow Our duopillow is a smaller version of the sofa back pillows. The foam core is wedge shaped so the pillow can be used for support and comfort when sitting or re-clining on any sofa, chair or bed. We encourage people to try a duopillow as the first step in their duobed comfort experience. 9

10 Hotel buys less furniture... guests have more options Other sofa beds can only be used as sofas or full size beds. Other sectionals can only be rearranged with difficulty and are not comfortable beds. duobed seat cushions and back pillows rest on solid wood platforms with rolling/locking casters. A hidden nylon strap on each platform allows anyone to easily glide a platform into place to create any furniture arrangement. 2 duobed platforms in any room can = 1 Love Seat 2 Chairs 1 Twin Bed 1 Chair & Ottoman 1 Chaise Lounge The hotel purchases 1 duobed unit and the guests enjoy 5 furniture arrangements. It s so easy to move the platforms, guests can do it themselves. They can have a business meeting using the platforms as 2 chairs in the morning and later, slide them together to create a relaxing chaise lounge. A solid wood corner table (described below), available with the Deluxe and Premier units, serves as a desk or a small dining table perfect for room service. A cruise line can replace the beds, sofa, chairs, coffee table, desk and ottomans in a passenger cabin with one duobed furniture unit that can be quickly re-arranged throughout the day as a sofa, chairs, chaise, twin beds or a king size bed. The corner table can be used as a bedside table, a desk or a small dining table. Passengers can move around the cabin more easily and the room steward will be able to save time making up the cabins for daytime and nighttime use, saving money on both furniture and labor. Time shares and vacation homes can essentially offer customized furniture arrangements for their guests. By having several platforms in the space, guests can create twin and king size beds as needed at night, and arrange the platforms as sofas, chaises, chairs and ottomans during the day. Perfect furniture for... Hotels Lobbies Cruise Cabins Vacation Homes Time Shares 10 10

11 Corner table A solid wood table comes standard with the Premier and Deluxe duobed sets. The table is open on 2 adjacent side and has hinged wood panels to enclose the other 2 sides. Each hinged panel can be attached with 2 bolts to a duobed platform. This provides a backboard when the duobed is used as a bed or chaise. The table can also be used as a desk or a small dining table. Backboards When the furniture is used in a space with no wall to support the back sofa pillows, solid wood backboards with a groove slide onto a lip on the back of each platform to create a backrest for the sofa pillows. Wood Fabric Choose from 3 solid wood finishes or request a custom finish. Dozens of colors available in our polyester, suedelike, stain resistant fabric, or provide your own material. 11

12 Easy assembly Table side panel on hinges and connects to platform with just 2 bolts to create a headboard for the bed. Each platform has pre-drilled holes in the corners. When placed next to another platform, a metal C clip slips easily into the holes to link the platforms. Linked platforms move easily as one. So, for example, a duobed sofa using 2 connected platforms, can be quickly slid around to adjoin another sofa, creating a king size bed. Easy to arrange 4 duobed platforms and a corner table make a comfortable sofa arrangement. Simply pull the hidden nylon strap to slide the 2 sofas together... And you have a king size bed. Dimensions Platform Seat Cushion Sofa Back Pillow Corner Table = = = = 36"L x 36"W x 10.5"H 36"L x 36"W x 7"H 36"L x 14"W x 18"H 36"L x 36"W x 28"H sofa back pillow seat cushion sofa back pillow seat cushion 2 platforms + 1 corner table = Illustrations not to scale platform platform corner table 12 12

13 4 platforms + 1 corner table = 2 platforms + 1 corner table = 2 platforms = The possibilities are endless... 13

14 Company Data Core Competencies We increase the value of your hospitality space by cutting your costs and providing a much more comfortable experience for your guests. Certifications Industry Experience DUO-BED LLC is a new company, but our management team has extensive business experience in retail, marketing and customer service enterprises. Our supplier, Today Sofa Solutions, has more than 30 years experience manufacturing case goods. He had the contract to supply 1600 upholstered chairs per day to Costco s west coast stores until the contract was given to a Chinese producer. We are proud to say duobed is Made in the USA. Year of Establishment: LLC Federal ID #: DUNS #: CAGE Code: 5YS27 Diversity Certifications: WBENC Accept Mastercard/Visa: Yes NAICS Codes: , SIC Codes: 2515, 2512, 2521, 5712 UNSPC Codes: , , , , Contact Information Main Office: DUO-BEDS LLC Edele Singer 8929 Irvine Center Dr., Ste 100 Irvine, CA Cell: edie@duobed.com Phone and Fax: Team Partner: Barbara Chandler 610 Robert York Ave. #409 Deerfield, IL Cell: bchandler@duobed.com Decision Maker: Edele Singer or Barbara Chandler Awards: Winner, Design Trade Magazine Great Finds Furniture Contest, October, 2010 Industry Awards Winner, Great Finds Facebook Contest in the Furniture Category, Design Trade Magazine, featured February 2011 issue 14 14

15 References and testimonials LINDA HOITT SBA CDC Orange County, California 2323 N. Broadway, Suite 201 Santa Ana, California The duopillows are amazing. I got one for my Mom, who fractured her hip last year. She uses her duopillow to give her support when watching TV or reading. She said she doesn t have any of the back pain that she had before trying the pillow. She encouraged me to try it. I have a standard Pottery Barn slipcover couch, which looks great, but is very soft. I always ache after sitting on it for a while. duopillow to the rescue. I guess I need to buy one for myself since my Mom wants hers back. Do yourself a favor and try one. BERNARD OTIS Businessman Author and Consultant Sutton Street, #109 Sherman Oak, CA To my friend Edie Singer who makes it more comfortable for me to sit at my desk and do my work [using a duopillow] LILY OTIENO Infinity Business Solutions 7372 Walnut Avenue. Suite #A Buena Park Ca Tel: As a mother with young children, I have always wanted to buy multi-functional furniture for my family. But was always disappointed with fake wood furniture and cheap form that sinks after several months and does not last long. The first time I met Edie with Duobeds, I was very skeptical since I knew that most of the sleepers were not comfortable at all. But after talking to her, I decided to try it out. When I walked in her showroom, I was so impressed. Very clean lines, furniture was more than gorgeous, but the best part was it was very, very comfortable. I immediately bought a DUOBED for my house. My house was transformed instantly and looked like I had very expensive furniture yet the furniture was very inexpensive compared to the quality and value. My house now looks like those HGTV homes that change after a paint job. My transformation was DUOBED. It is not only functional and converts into beds very easily; it is way more comfortable than regular sleepers. In addition, I work on my bed regularly and I use the duopillow to give me more support and the ability to work without getting tired from improper seating. I LOVE my DUOBED and DUOPILLOW- they are the latest in innovation and style! RAFI LION Today Sofa Solutions todaysofasolutions@yahoo.com ALEX BIANCO Pacific Coast Feather and Supply alexb@pcf.com CHAD TINGEN Integra Fabrics chad.tingen@integrafagrics.com 15

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