The Man Behind the Bandz: Creator of Hot Kiddie Craze ‘Silly Bandz’ to Address Webster University’s Walker Speaker Series

ST. LOUIS, Feb. 14, 2011 — Silly Bandz are covering kids’ wrists across the country. Their creator, entrepreneur and BCP Imports CEO Robert Croak, will visit Webster University to share the inspiration behind this latest fashion and kiddie craze. Croak’s appearance at Webster’s Walker Speaker Series will take place on Wednesday, Feb. 23 in the University’s Emerson Library Conference Room, 101 Edgar Rd. A networking reception will be held at 5:30 p.m. followed by Croak’s address at 6 p.m.

Both events are free and open to the public, but RSVPs are appreciated. To RSVP, click on this link: RSVP for this free event. Attendees will receive Mr. Croak’s latest Silly Bandz creation!

With its home campus in St. Louis, Webster University (www.webster.edu) is a worldwide institution committed to delivering high-quality learning experiences that transform students for global citizenship and individual excellence. Founded in 1915, Webster offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs through five schools and colleges, and a global network of campuses. Its 20,000-plus student population represents almost 150 nationalities.

Since opening its first campus overseas in Geneva in 1978, Webster has become a recognized leader and innovator in global education, with an international presence that now includes campuses in London; Vienna; Amsterdam and Leiden, the Netherlands; Shanghai, Shenzhen and Chengdu, China; and Bangkok and Cha-am, Thailand. Webster also has educational partnerships with universities in Mexico and Japan.

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