Ultra Activate Magazine 12.16

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LATEST SPIFFS! Winson Yu

FROM UPNEXT WIRELESS

Ryan Gonzales VP OF MARKETING & MUCH MORE!

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DECEMBER 2016

YOU'VE PROBABLY SEEN THIS SLOGAN appear in a range of different languages on Ultra Mobile's Twitter and Facebook pages. As the leader in international communication, Ultra Mobile understands the importance of unity, and we are reaching out to our Retailers by expounding on this message.

Ultra Mobile's mission is to create innovative, cost-effective solutions for communicating across the globe. We know that you, our trusted Retailers and partners, understand the importance of community and human connection during times of uncertainty. We need you to help us let our customers know that we are there for them. We understand them and their needs. We're here to help. We are a Customer-First organization, and there's no better time than now to drive that message home.

We'd like to affirm the message of "We're With You" to you as well.

We understand that you are our frontline, serving as our most vital link to subscribers and potential subscribers. As always, Ultra Mobile is here to offer the kind of first-class support that you have come to rely on and expect. We are here to make sure you have everything you need to keep the "We're With You" philosophy at the forefront of everything you do. We are always ready to listen, and our Retailers are encouraged to reach out to us with any questions or concerns they may have.

Communication is our lifeblood, and the "We're With You" philosophy applies across the board to everyone involved with Ultra Mobile. Regardless of what life may bring, Ultra Mobile is here to make sure people of all walks of life stay as closely connected as ever.

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destination Fascination:

CANADA

SIZE: 3.855 MILLION SQUARE MILES, THE SECOND

LARGEST COUNTRY ON EARTH (RUSSIA IS THE FIRST) P O P U L AT I O N : 3 5 M I L L I O N ( F O R P E R S P E C T I V E , T H E

P O P U L AT I O N O F C A L I F O R N I A I S 3 8 M I L L I O N )

CANADA TRIVIA The name "Canada" is thought to come from the Iroquois word "kanata" meaning "settlement." Another theory: early Spanish explorers found no gold or silver in Canada and dubbed the area "Ca Nada," short for "Cabo de Nada" or "Cape Nothing." (There's also a joke theory which originated in the 19th century, asserting that "Canada" is short for "Can-A-Day" as an homage to the early settlers' love for beer.)

There are over two million lakes in Canada, and they hold nearly 1/5 of all fresh water on the planet.

The maple leaf has been a Canadian symbol since the 19th century. At least one species of maple grows in every Canadian province, and the leaf is used to symbolize strong national unity. However, the modern Canadian flag with its maple leaf design didn't debut until the 1960s.

A little-known item on the list of Canadian stereotypes: donut devotion!

Canada ranks #1 in the world in donut shops per capita, and donut consumption is higher among Canadians than any other nationality.

DECEMBER 2016

O U R P I C K F O R C A N A D A : U LT R A $ 1 9 For your customers who call Canada, look no further than Ultra Mobile's $19 plan! If a customer has Canada as their top international calling priority and tends to keep data usage to a minimum, this least-expensive Ultra plan is a perfect choice.

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U N LI MI TE D TALK & T EXT

Here's what's included in the Ultra $19 plan: + UNLTD Talk to Canadian Landlines and Mobiles + UNLTD Talk to the US & 29 Other INTL Destinations + UNLTD Global Text + 100 MB of 4G LTE Data + $1.25 Call-Anywhere Credit + $5 One-Time International Roaming Credit

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DID YOU KNOW? Ultra Mobile and Univision Mobile are changing the way merchandising is done within the Indirect retail environment! We understand there is a lot going on for our Retailers, so we've taken the time to create a unique and dynamic retail presentation that will greatly increase purchase consideration and product differentiation.

We call it the LiteRail Display System, and it will soon be seen around the country!

The LiteRail is a lightweight, permanently-fixed display rail that will house both Ultra and Univision merchandising assets. This presentation will embody our brand promise to give you best-in-class retail materials, thus driving sales and promoting recurring flow of traffic.

The LiteRail Display System is designed to exhibit our posters and 8.5" x 11" rate sheets in a way that tells a story our customers will understand and appreciate.

We're also in the process of delivering a new poster format designed for use in the LiteRail Display System, for both Ultra and Univision. This new poster lineup will formulate an in-store presentation specific to the customer profiles that make up your primary and secondary traffic flow. We’ve created a new format for our Country plan posters that uses less space than a traditional poster, allowing you to display multiple posters on a single wall. You pick the countries, and our designated Account Executives will do the rest!

This month, we'll be adding LiteRail Display Systems to select locations in our top markets. LiteRail is still in its early stages, but we are working to make sure it's the perfect exhibition space for your Ultra and Univision marketing collateral. Stay tuned for more information and announcements about Ultra Mobile's new LiteRail system!

DECEMBER 2016

U LT R A & U N I V I S I O N

spiffs 50 Spiff!

For Activating Plans $44 & Up $15 spiff for new activations, plus earn an additional $15 spiff after the second month recharge, and an additional $20 spiff after the third month recharge.

40 Spiff!

For Activating the $39 Plan $15 spiff for new activations, plus earn an additional $15 spiff after the second month recharge, and an additional $10 spiff after the third month recharge.

30 Spiff!

For Activating the $29, $34 & Now the $24 Plan $15 spiff for new activations, plus earn an additional $10 spiff after the second month recharge, and an additional $5 spiff after the third month recharge.

15 Spiff!

For Activating the $19 Plan $5 spiff for new activations, plus earn an additional $5 spiff after the second month recharge, and an additional $5 spiff after the third month recharge.

$ $ $ $

EARN UP TO 6% LIFETIME RESIDUAL:

Retailer Residual (for both Ultra and Univision) is 3% and an additional 3% Residual if customer is put on Auto-Recharge at time of activation – for a total of 6%. See Retailer Spiff FAQs on UltraAgents.com.

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RETAILER PROFILE:

Winson Yu UPNEXT WIRELESS

HONOLULU, HI

WHAT LED YOU TO THE DECISION TO START YOUR BUSINESS?

For me, it was all about financial independence. Financial independence will allow unlimited cash potential and having the money to buy the things you need and want, and entrepreneurship can allow you to achieve it. Of course money doesn't buy happiness, but it can make finding happiness much easier!

WHAT HAVE BEEN YOUR BIGGEST CHALLENGES AT WORK? In this industry, there's a lot to learn. People ask me how I learned about mobile phone repair, PR, social media and all the other marketing techniques I utilize. I tell them I learned about them the same way I learned skills like balancing a budget and negotiating a lease – I wouldn't survive in the mobile telecommunication space without them! Developing new skills can be tough and time-consuming, but it really does pay off in spades.

DECEMBER 2016

WHAT HAVE BEEN YOUR BIGGEST OPPORTUNITIES? Being known for something is awfully enjoyable. People may start referring to you as "The Cell Phone Guy," or the "Retail Maven," or the "Unlocking Guru." It’s fun to build that brand and earn that recognition!

SINCE ENTERING THIS INDUSTRY, WHAT'S THE BIGGEST CHANGE YOU'VE SEEN?

potential. The determination from our current master dealer SIMPro to deliver win-win solutions means we're always adding value for our customers.

WHEN YOU'RE NOT WORKING, WHAT DO YOU MOST ENJOY DOING? I enjoy spending time outdoors with my wife and my daughter – we love visiting parks and hiking trails.

Back in the day, everything was postpaid two-year contracts – now everything in the industry is pointing to month-to-month prepaid plans.

DO YOU COLLECT ANYTHING?

WHY DO YOU CHOOSE ULTRA FOR YOUR CUSTOMERS?

ARE YOU A SPORTS FAN?

The benefits are great! My customers get to enjoy a world of communication with international talk and text, and the fact that plans start at $19 a month is a great value. The first-class customer support from the Ultra team is another huge plus.

WHICH DESTINATIONS ARE CALLED MOST OFTEN BY YOUR CUSTOMERS? China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Thailand and Guam are the most popular places.

WHAT'S THE BEST PART WORKING WITH ULTRA?

ABOUT

Ultra's team takes a long-term view that allows my business the scope it needs to mature and grow to its full

I collect new and vintage Coca-Cola bottles from around the world.

I enjoy Mixed Martial Arts and am a huge fan of the UFC. WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE FOOD? Japanese Sashimi!

NAME SOMETHING THAT MOST PEOPLE WOULD BE SURPRISED TO KNOW ABOUT YOU? I once had a close encounter with a 10-foot bull shark while surfing off the south shore of Oahu. I saw the shark in the distance while I was waiting for a wave, but within seconds it was just few feet away and circling around me aggressively. Luckily a wave break came along and gave me a quick escape to shore! //

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DECEMBER 2016

ULTRA PROFILE:

RYAN GONZALES VICE PRESIDENT | MARKETING

WHEN DID YOU START WORKING FOR ULTRA? I started working for Ultra in December of 2012, when the company consisted of a small handful visionaries and entrepreneurs. We were huddled in three office spaces measuring 10' x 10', with up to four people per room, and started what is now one of the most successful international wireless carriers in the country.

WHAT DO YOU THINK ULTRA OFFERS THAT NO OTHER COMPANY DOES? That’s easy: a customer-first mentality.

Every business-related conversation we have is always centered on our customers' needs to connect with anyone in the world at any time, at a cost within their financial means. We not only pride ourselves on our plans and pricing models – we're also about customer care, in-store support, and

innovating with new tools to make our customers' user experiences best in class. I’ve been working in the wireless industry for almost 16 years, and I can honestly say Ultra Mobile is one of the good guys.

WHAT'S BEEN YOUR PROUDEST ACCOMPLISHMENT SINCE YOU'VE STARTED WORKING HERE? (PLEASE DON'T BE AFRAID TO BRAG!) Hands down, my proudest accomplishment is taking this brand and creating a story with the help from my peers, and helping it to become the fastest-growing company in the United States. When you can take a thought, turn it into a vision, execute on that and see the fruits of your labor benefit thousands of international subscribers on a daily basis, it's time to brag a little!

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AS VICE PRESIDENT OF MARKETING, CAN YOU TALK A BIT ABOUT SOME OF THE NEW MARKETING COLLATERAL ON DECK FOR ULTRA AND UNIVISION RETAILERS IN 2017?

Absolutely! Our team is extremely excited to be releasing some very innovative instore collateral and display systems over the next couple months. As a leader within the marketing organization, I’ve focused on building a team of talented creative visionaries. People who understand wireless retail and how to successfully marry premium creative design with a focus on customer acquisition and brand affinity, resulting in what will be some of Ultra Mobile’s best work yet.

We have introduced new form factors, visual brand IDs, Ultra TV enhancements and our newest creation the “LiteRail Display System,” which will be hitting selected Retailers soon!

TIME FOR SOME PERSONAL QUESTIONS: WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE WAY TO EXERCISE? I love exercise, but not so much the "traditional" gym setting. Instead, I spend my workout hours in the dojo where I hold the rank of "Sandan," or 3rd degree black belt, in Shotokan Karate. I’ve also been an avid practitioner of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for the past 11 years.

OUT OF ALL YOUR FAVORITE MOVIES, WHICH ONE WOULD YOU BET YOU'VE SEEN THE MOST TIMES? Man, that’s a hard one! Perhaps it’s the season that brings this one to mind, but I’d have to say National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation.

This movie will never get old to me – I could watch it every day and still laugh at the same jokes as if it were my first time seeing it.

THE HOLIDAY SEASON IS UPON US! WHAT DO YOU MOST LOOK FORWARD TO AT THIS TIME OF YEAR? The lights! Driving down a city street or residential neighborhood and seeing the lights up, while listening to holiday music – that is something I look forward to every year. It’s also one of the few times a year that everyone takes a pause in their busy lives to connect with friends and family. Whether it is to celebrate the holidays, or maybe just to say hello, it’s always a treat to reconnect with those you care for.

DECEMBER 2016

IN THE NEWS M A R K E T I N G S H O W C A S E / / Marketing is often about telling the right story to the right people in the right way. Fortunately for Ultra Mobile, it’s hard to go wrong in any of those categories. Here is just a sampling of the high-impact Ultra Mobile marketing vehicles that are capturing our customers’ hearts and minds today.

Wireless Toyz 995 135th St North Miami, FL 33161 305-899-6212 King Exchange Inc 8882 7th Ave Miami, FL 33150 305-696-0002

PLAN SPOTLIGHT We've mentioned the Ultra $19 earlier, so it's only fair to give a mention to the Univision $19 plan! This is a great choice for callers who don't use much data and primarily call Mexico, Argentina, Peru or Spain.

HERE'S WHAT'S INCLUDED ON UNIVISION MOBILE'S MOST AFFORDABLE PLAN: + UNLTD Talk to the US & 7 INTL Destinations + UNLTD Global Text + 100 MB of 4G LTE Data + $1.25 International Call Credit + $5 One-Time International Roaming Credit

WANT A CHANCE TO WIN A BRAND NEW

LiteRail DISPLAY SYSTEM? Our dynamic LiteRail system can be customized to display the Ultra/Univision Posters that matter to YOUR store and will appeal to YOUR customers!

To enter, take a picture of the spot in your store where the LiteRail Display would fit best.

Send it along with a brief write-up of why you should win to retailertrivia@ultra.me

by December 18, 2016.

Also, watch out for an email announcing another in-store Ultra Makeover contest, to be announced later this month!

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RETAILER SUPPORT Both Ultra and Univision brands are supported by our incredible Retailer Support (RSR) Team. Our trained staff strives for one-call resolution while providing technical assistance, as well as general support. We also provide Retailer tools to assist customers directly on UltraAgents.com via the ‘Manage Subscribers’ tab.

RETAILER SUPPORT CAN BE REACHED AT : 855.664.6638.

RETAILER SUPPORT HOURS : English: 5:00a - 10:00p PST / 8:00a - 1:00a EST Spanish (Press 2): 6:00a - 6p PST / 9:00a - 9:00p EST Chinese (Press 3): 5:00a - 10:00p PST / 8:00a - 1:00a EST

CUSTOMER SERVICE : Please share our Customer Service number with your customers should they wish to speak with a Care Representative who can provide account support.

Ultra Mobile Customer Service can be reached at 888-777-0446 or by dialing 611 from their mobile phone.

Univision Customer Service can be reached at 855-616-9530 or by dialing 611 from their mobile phone.

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