Oct. 12, 2009 (Business Wire) -- Mannatech, Incorporated (NASDAQ: MTEX), a global pioneer in the development of high-quality health, weight and fitness, and skin care solutions based on nutritional science, announced today Patrick Park has joined the company as general manager of its business operations in Korea.

“We are extremely pleased to announce Patrick’s addition to our international management team,” said Randy Bancino, senior vice president, global business operations for Mannatech. “Patrick’s passion for our business and global operations experience will be valuable assets as we expand our international presence.”

Park brings 13 years of experience in strategic planning, business unit development, new country expansion project management and local initiative strategies. Most recently as managing director of Agel Enterprise, Park developed and implemented a new market positioning strategy for initial entry into the Korean market from pre-opening to post opening phases. As a manager of the new country opening team for Herbalife Ltd., he successfully launched more than 10 countries around the globe. Park has also contributed to the strategic management and operational oversight of the company's local in-country business development and operations.

“I am very excited to join the Mannatech team and am looking forward to bringing Mannatech Korea to the next level,” said Park, general manager for Mannatech Korea. “Mannatech Associates are the heart of our business, and I am confident that as we work together, we can achieve our goals of providing Mannatech’s high-quality wellness products and business-building opportunity to many more people in Korea.”

Mannatech has done business in Korea since 2004.

Mannatech offers a comprehensive approach to wellness that addresses physical and financial health with cutting-edge, proprietary products based on the foundation of nutritional science and a business opportunity for individuals around the world who seek purpose, financial freedom and a chance to impact the lives of others. The company has distinguished itself in the emerging glyconutrition market through the development of Ambrotose^® complex, the technology for which it holds more than 45 patents in 30 countries. Glyconutrients are a blend of plant polysaccharides which are believed to represent a new category of untapped vital nutrients for proper nutrition.

Individuals interested in Mannatech’s products or in exploring our business opportunity can learn more at new.mannatech.com.

About Mannatech

Mannatech, Incorporated develops high-quality health, weight and fitness, and skin care products that are based on the solid foundation of nutritional science and development standards.