ThinkGeek and Geeknet CEO Katy McCarthy Visits Bloomberg TV's "Taking Stock"

ThinkGeek and Geeknet CEO Katy McCarthy Visits Bloomberg TV's "Taking Stock"

McCarthy talks Microsoft and Minecraft and about the business of being geek

FAIRFAX, Va., Sept.17, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- ThinkGeek President and CEO Katy McCarthy sat down with Pimm Fox from Bloomberg TV's Taking Stock on September 15, 2014 to discuss the business of geek and what that means in today's pop culture environment.

McCarthy states, "At ThinkGeek we're celebrating our 15(th) anniversary, and we're proud of that, so we're inviting everyone to join in and geek out."

Host Pimm Fox and McCarthy take the time to discuss the recent Microsoft acquisition of Minecraft creators Mojang, how shows like The Big Bang Theory drive sales, and how the exclusive products sold on ThinkGeek's site enable everyone to celebrate their inner geek.

The interview showcases a few of the ThinkGeek's products that appeal to fans of movies and TV shows ranging from Star Wars to Game of Thrones as well as the technology trends that make ThinkGeek the go-to site for anyone interested in what's new and what's next.

The full video of the interview can be seen here <url= http://www.bloomberg.com/video/how-big-bang-show-leads-to-big-geek-sales-HJImyi_xQ3qGt7B2wAmFFw.html>.

For follow up questions or to schedule an interview with McCarthy, please contact Steve Zimmermann of ThinkGeek at press@thinkgeek.com.

About ThinkGeek
ThinkGeek, a wholly owned subsidiary of Geeknet, Inc. (NASDAQ: GKNT), is the premier retailer for the global geek community. Since 1999, ThinkGeek has been creating a world where everyone can express and celebrate their inner geek, turn the interests into passions, and connect with one another. We are obsessed with creating and sharing unique and authentic experiences that stimulate our fans' imaginations and fuel their geek core. We believe there is a geek in everyone and invite you to Join In. Geek Out. Learn more at thinkgeek.com

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CONTACT: Steve Zimmermann, ThinkGeek, steve@thinkgeek.com or Jessica Darrican, Max Borges Agency, Jessica@maxborgesagency.com

Web Site: http://www.thinkgeek.com


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