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FORBES MAGAZINE NAMES PERKY JERKY ONE OF “AMERICA'S MOST PROMISING COMPANIES”

DENVER, CO. (November 30, 2011) Performance Enhancing Meat Snacks Inc, makers of Perky Jerky, the ultra-premium jerky flavored with a hint of
guarana that’s sweeping the nation, announced today that it has been selected by Forbes magazine as a finalist in its “America’s Most Promising
Companies” (AMPC) program.

Forbes‘ list of America’s Most Promising Companies features 100 privately held up-and-comers with compelling business models, strong management teams, notable customers, strategic partners and precious investment capital.

“Sizing up younger, privately held companies is hard: Their fortunes can change very quickly and there’s a dearth of public data,” says Forbes
Executive Editor Brett Nelson. “We took a more comprehensive approach to evaluate their health and potential.”

“For decades, Forbes has been recognized as the premiere publication for successful businesses. In today’s relentless and competitive business environment, being recognized by both Forbes is a true honor”, said Brian Levin, Perky Jerky founder and Chairman of the Herd. “This nomination is
a validation of our hard work, great product and why we’re experiencing so much explosive growth.”

Perky Jerky can be found at more than 15,000 stores nationwide, including 7-Eleven, Home Depot, Target, FedEx Office, Best Buy, GNC, Publix and
dozens of other great national and regional retailers. The brand has become a favorite snack amongst athletes, body-builders and health-minded
consumers, truckers, troops and busy moms. It’s a nutritious snack that is rapidly sweeping the nation and is on its way to becoming a ubiquitous
brand. From health-conscious outlets and convenience stores and home improvement centers and national grocery chains alike, there isn’t a retail
shelf that Perky Jerky isn’t perfect for.

This ultra premium jerky is high in protein, low in fat and carbohydrates, and each serving is less than 100 calories. It contains no nitrates, no
preservatives and no added MSG. Of the seven natural ingredients in its marinade, Guarana is what helps makes it tender, adds to the delicious flavor,
and gives it a little boost to help power through the day, a workout or the big game.

Since its inception in 2009, Perky Jerky has been standing out as an American brand on the move. The company is widely recognized as having some
of the most innovative grass roots and guerilla marketing strategies, which have helped it quickly penetrate the fitness and nutrition industries, action
sports, motorsports, golf and even the military.

Most recently, super chef Tom Colicchio awarded Perky Jerky a five out of five star rating, Formula 1 world champion Kimi Raikkonen came to America
to pilot the Perky Jerky race car in NASCAR and David Duval represents the brand on the PGA tour. Perky Jerky’s brand’s mascot – the Jerk Man – has become an instant Web favorite, showing up at NASCAR races, ski slopes and marathons across the country.

To sharpen its search, Forbes teamed up with CB Insights, a Manhattan-based data firm that tracks investment in high-growth private companies. With $650,000 in grants from the National Science Foundation, CB has developed complex software called Mosaic that mines myriad online sources (from
press releases and social networks to job boards and court filings) to come up with one, algorithmically derived score that measures a private
company’s health. Forbes married Mosaic’s data-crunching with old-fashioned reporting to assemble a list of rising stars with bright growth prospects.
To view the complete the list, click here

About Perky Jerky: Perky Jerky is the new high-protein, ultra-premium, functional food for active lifestyles taking the nation by storm. Made with
premium, all-natural beef (no MSG or nitrates) and a proprietary seven-ingredient marinade that includes guarana, a little berry from the Amazon that
is commonly found in energy drinks, Perky Jerky is the only jerky to offer gourmet flavor and a pick-me-up, all in one bite.
For more information, visit  PerkyJerky.com and follow them on Facebook and on Twitter