DENVER, Colo., February 28 2007 - Local Matters, Inc., a provider of software and media services that enable Yellow Pages publishers and 411 service providers to expand their traditional service offerings, today announced the appointment of Kate Bowler, as Director Business Development. Ms. Bowler is responsible for Business Development in Europe and Asia Pacific, and will report to John Kemp EVP, Local Matters.
Kate Bowler has considerable experience in the local media industry, having worked as a Publisher for APN News & Media and as Director of Business Development for Sensis Pty Ltd, a leading publisher of local content in the Australian and Asian market. Her many roles in Sensis included corporate strategy with a focus on search, content transformation and distribution via digital channels together with the acquisition of digital assets. She has worked in Europe for the past 2 years in the growth and eventual sale of Platefood Ltd a joint venture between Sensis, FAST Search & Transfer and Schibsted AS, which commercialized advanced technologies for local search and advertising.
Commenting on the hire, John Kemp stated, “The strongest endorsement of our market position is our ability to attract world class talent into Local Matters. Ms. Bowler's experience and talent will be a critical addition to our management team, as we expand the international presence of Local Matters.”.
About Local Matters
Local Matters, Inc., with more than 40 customers in 18 countries, provides specialized technology products and media services that enable Yellow Pages publishers and 411 service providers to capitalize on emerging opportunities in the local search market. Local Matters' products and services are designed to enable its clients to deliver improved online and voice-based local search services, creating expanded advertising and other revenue opportunities. Visit the company at
www.localmatters.com 
