Raleigh, NC - Web Design Studio is pleased to announce that it has signed to be a Gold Level business sponsor for the 3rd annual Big Bad Ball, hosted by the Young Executives Board of the Capital City Club. The Big Bad Ball, to be held at the Capital City Club on October 2, 2004 , is a charity event that will benefit Hospice of Wake County.

"We are pleased to support Hospice of Wake County as a Gold Sponsor of the Big Bad Ball," stated Sonny Gupta, President and CEO of Web Design Studio. "At the same time , we are delighted to help this prestigious organization modernize their Web site so that it is easier to navigate and offer several new user-friendly features."

The new site, scheduled to launch during the timeframe of the Big Bad Ball, will be designed for individuals with limited life expectancy, their caregivers , volunteers, and healthcare professionals. Visitors can learn more about the services offered by Hospice of Wake County, and read about topics of particular importance to them such as symptom management , pain control, and patient rights.

"This is a significant step in serving the needs of our community," said John L. Thoma, Hospice of Wake County Executive Director. "Our goal is to make information and services easily available, and this is the beginning to reaching that goal."

The black tie event is one of Raleigh 's most successful charity events, raising over $85,000 last year. This year's event will host three bands, a silent auction , and $10,000 raffle. As both Hospice of Wake County and The Capital City Club celebrate their 25th year anniversaries, proceeds from the benefit will help Hospice of Wake County in its work to increase public and professional understanding of hospice.

For tickets and information about the Big Bad Ball, visit the event's official website at www.bigbadball.com.

About Web Design Studio:
Web Design Studio, headquartered in Raleigh, NC, is a Web site design , eCommerce and database programming company that provides strategic, dynamic, unique, reliable, and secure solutions that assist clients to increase sales , improve customer service , empower employees, and execute on brand plans. For more information, please visit www.webdesignstudio.com .

About Hospice of Wake County:
Hospice of Wake County is a private nonprofit organization that provides compassionate care to individuals with limited life expectancy and their families offering care teams consisting of an experienced RN, a medical social worker, a home health aide, a chaplain and volunteers to every patient.

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