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The Upper Deck Company, LLC
 PROFILE
In 1988 sports fan Richard McWilliam wanted to be in the upper deck, so he built one. Today The Upper Deck is one of the nation's leading sellers of sports collectibles, including trading cards and autographed memorabilia. Its products represent baseball, basketball, football, hockey, and stock car racing. The company's cards are marketed under the UD Choice and SP Authentic names, among others. Upper Deck has agreements to produce memorabilia with such sports superstars as Michael Jordan (on the board of directors), Alex Rodriguez, Troy Aikman, and Kevin Garnett. The company operates in Europe, India, and Asia through Upper Deck International. Japanese toy maker Bandai is selling its 50% stake in the company.

 COMPETITION
The Topps Company, Inc. (TOPP)

 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
Fiscal Year-End: November
1998 Sales (mil.): 175.00
1-Yr. Sales Growth: 0.0%
Employees: 250
Revenue per employee: $700,000.00

 KEY PEOPLE
• Richard McWilliam
    CEO
• Skip Richmond
    CFO

 CONTACT INFO
5909 Sea Otter Place
Carlsbad, CA 92008
US
Phone: 760-929-6500
Fax: 760-929-6548
Online: Web Site

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