PERY Perry Ellis International Inc. (delisted)

Perry Ellis International, Inc. (NASDAQ:PERY) announced today that Chairman and CEO George Feldenkreis has been selected for induction into the South Florida Business Hall of Fame on Sept. 22. The Business Hall of Fame recognizes businessmen and women who have contributed significantly to their industries and communities. "My father's lifelong experience as an entrepreneur has helped build Perry Ellis International into the almost $1 billion company we are today," said Oscar Feldenkreis, vice-chairman, president, and COO of Perry Ellis International. "My father's passion for work, his vision, and his leadership leaves a lasting impression on all those who work for him or with him." Fanny Hanono, secretary and treasurer of Perry Ellis International said, "My father always taught us the importance of charity and giving back to the community. I admire him for his desire to improve the community and make the world a better place." The South Florida Business Hall of Fame is sponsored by the Florida Council on Economic Education, a non-profit organization that strives to expand educational opportunities statewide. About Perry Ellis International Perry Ellis International, Inc. is a leading designer, distributor and licensor of a broad line of high quality men's and women's apparel, accessories, and fragrances, including dress and casual shirts, golf sportswear, sweaters, dress and casual pants and shorts, jeans wear, active wear and men's and women's swimwear to all major levels of retail distribution. The company, through its wholly owned subsidiaries, owns a portfolio of highly recognized brands including Perry Ellis(R), Jantzen(R), Cubavera(R), Munsingwear(R), Savane(R), Original Penguin(R), Grand Slam(R), Natural Issue(R), Pro Player(R), the Havanera Co.(R), Axis(R), and Tricots St. Raphael(R). The company also licenses trademarks from third parties including Nike(R) for swimwear, and PING(R) and PGA TOUR(R) for golf apparel. Additional information on the company is available at http://www.pery.com.