PETTERS PROMOTED TO MARKETING MANAGER FOR STERLING ON THE LAKE!

PETTERS PROMOTED TO MARKETING MANAGER FOR STERLING ON THE LAKE!

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga., Jan. 2, 2007 – Suwanee, Ga., resident Jennifer Petters has been named the marketing manager for Sterling on the LakeTM, an 1,800-home community being developed in Flowery Branch, Ga., by Newland Communities®.

Petters joined Sterling on the Lake in 2004 as Information Center coordinator. In her new role as marketing manager, she oversees all marketing and PR programs and activities, as well as coordinates marketing programs with the community’s builders and local Realtors.

She graduated from the University of Georgia with a B.A. in journalism. Before entering the marketing field, Petters worked in the legal profession where she was a legal assistant, paralegal and office manager.

”Jennifer has been an integral part of our success at Sterling on the Lake, overseeing all activities related to the Information Center and managing a number of our marketing initiatives,” said Jennifer Landers, regional marketing director for Newland Communities. “We’re very pleased that she’s now expanding her role with this new position.”

More About Sterling on the Lake

Sterling on the Lake is situated on nearly 1,000 acres with 200 acres of open space, lakes and parks. In 2006, it received the “Community of the Year” award in the master plan category by the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association. Designed as a true lakeside village, the community provides a variety of affordable and luxury homes in a beautiful, natural environment with lakes and parks. Residents enjoy access to extensive amenities including pools, tennis courts, walking trails, fitness center, clubhouse, private movie theater, a custom tree house for children and more. Home prices start in the low $200s and will reach more than $1 million, with custom homes available. Sterling on the Lake will have approximately 1,800 homes when completed. For more information, call 770-967-9777 or visit sterlingonthelake.com.

About Newland® Communities

Newland Communities has been creating desirable, livable communities across the nation for nearly four decades. With expertise in creating a special sense of community, Newland Communities brings to life the unique history, culture and traditions of the land they develop. Their active and long-term approach to community creation and development ensures delivery on their vision while responsibly managing their partners’ investment. Headquartered in San Diego, California, Newland Communities is currently developing communities across the country in states including Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas, California, Arizona, Nevada, Colorado, Oregon, Washington, Virginia, Minnesota and Maryland. Information on Newland Communities can be found at www.newlandcommunities.com.

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