Ambassador Charles Shapiro @ Rotary Club LA September 19th

This Friday at the Rotary Club of Los Angeles:

Ambassador Charles Shapiro

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Location:  The City Club on Bunker Hill

333 S. Grand Avenue
Los Angeles, 90071

Whether you are directly involved in Trade or not, it is a cornerstone of the Southern California economy.  As evidence, the Port of Los Angeles is the busiest and largest seaport in total tonnage in the U.S.  In addition, the recent completion of the Alameda Corridor has helped to speed goods from the port of Long Beach and Los Angeles to the transcontinental rail network.
Ambassador Charles Shapiro is leading the Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs’ Task Force for the Free Trade Agreements with Peru, Colombia and Panama.
Previously Ambassador Shapiro was Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary in the Department of State’s Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs (2005-2007) and U.S. Ambassador to Venezuela (February 2002 until August 2004).  Ambassador Shapiro was the recipient of a Presidential Meritorious Service Award in 2005 and has received various Department of State performance and honor awards.  In 2007 the Government of Chile decorated him with the “Orden al Merito.”
Ambassador Shapiro's talk will address the issues surrounding Free Trade Agreements and his experience as the US Ambassador to Venezuela.

Looking ahead, our speaker will be Arvind Manocha, COO, Los Angeles Philharmonic.
Be sure to visit our “New” Program Website for more information on all upcoming programs.  http://la5speakers.org
Please join us at the City Club and be sure to bring a free trade minded gourmet guest to Rotary!

MARKETING MEETS PR! – THURSDAY, September 18, 2008

In Partnership with     

ICG Publicists of Local 600, IATSE

MARKETING MEETS PR! – Special Evening Event

Building out marketing campaigns and promotions are tremendous assets and opportunities that publicists can utilize to help build out their campaigns. Coordinating these efforts with promotions and marketing teams as well as talent is crucial to getting the biggest bang for your buck.  This panel will highlight the different tactics entertainment entities use to maximize exposure and build brand equity while providing lessons learned through the numerous campaigns they have been associated with.  Please join us for this very special evening.

Confirmed Panelists:

Moderator:  Scott Bowles, Reporter, USA Today

-         Rita Drucker, Sr. Vice President, Feature Film Promotions, Fox Theatrical (film)

-         Dorothee Fisher, Partner Marketing, YouTube (online)

-         Andy Perez, Regional Public Relations Manager, Feld Entertainment (Live Events)

-         Ali Vincent, First Female Winner of the Biggest Loser (reality star/talent)

– 6:30 – 7:00 P.M.

Produced by 

Seminars for the Savvy Publicist

Tosha Whitten-Griggs, former Sr. Director, Corporate Communications, BET Networks

Rich Licata, EVP, Corporate Communications, Showtime Networks,

 THURSDAY, September 18, 2008, 7:00-8:30 P.M.

ICG Publicists Conference Room

7755 Sunset Blvd. (3 blocks east of Fairfax), West Hollywood, CA 90046

(There is limited parking behind the building; entrance north off Genesee, as well as off Ogden north of Sunset on the right or street parking)

https://eppsonline.org

THURSDAY, September 18, 2008, 7:00-8:30 P.M.Entertainment Publicists Professional Society

Marilyn Finegold, Admin.Director

info@eppsonline.org

The Entertainment Publicists Professional Society (EPPS) was founded in 1991 by a group of top entertainment marketing and public relations professionals, who recognized the need for an organization that would bring together people from all areas and levels of entertainment publicity to share their expertise, ideas, and exchange information.

Since its inception, EPPS has become one of the industry’s most exciting and respected organizations, with a membership that embraces virtually every area of entertainment.

Membership in EPPS is open to all individuals currently working in marketing, publicity and promotion in the entertainment industry.

The business arenas of EPPS members include broadcast and cable television, home entertainment, motion pictures, music, performing arts, theme parks, digital/online media, sports and many others. Our members hold positions ranging from senior marketing executives and agency owners to junior publicists.

2nd Day @ ACG Conference September 17th

Speaker Richard Parson was interviewed in a round table setting by 

First day of ACG LA Conference September 16th, 2008

I had an opportunity to briefly speak with Karl Rove and Robert Reich at a reception held right after they both did their Key Note talks at the ACG LA Conference at the Beverly Hills Hotel. It was a packed room and following their talks the conference assembled 150 Private Equity firms seeking deal flow for companies to buy or sell. Later in the evening they had a great buffet dinner followed by a pool side party.  Wednesday morning will have Richard Parsons followed by Magic Johnson at lunch. This conference has been a great source of contacts for financing and marketing opportunities.   Keynote Speakers

Magic Johnson, Former NBA superstar and now a leading developer of inner-city businesses.

Richard D. Parsons, Board Chairman of Time Warner Inc. who as CEO shaped the company's successful turnaround strategy.

Karl Rove, political strategist and former White House advisor

George Stephanopoulos, ABC Chief Washington Correspondent

Robert Reich, economist and former Secretary of Labor

Joseph. J. Plumeri,  international financial executive and Board Chairman of The Willis Group, one of the world's  largest insurance brokers.

Richard Kovacevich,  the chairman of Wells Fargo & Co., he has overseen more than 200 acquisitions..

2008 ACG Los Angeles - September 16-17 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel

The 2008 ACG Los Angeles

Business Conference

The premier West Coast M&A event, 

featuring the nation's largest

Capital Connection

Growth Strategies ... Finance ... 

Mergers & Acquisitions 

September 16-17 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel,

Beverly Hills, California

More than 1,500 attendees from across the country and abroad ...

Over 160 venture, private equity and hedge funds in theCapital Connection ...

New this year:  our Corporate Connection, featuring leadingstrategic buyers ...

World-renowned speakers from industry, public policy and research ...

Leading-edge presentations in Technical and Breakout sessions ...

and business-focused networking with senior executives and professionals!

Schedule:

Tuesday: 

  Doors open 11 a.m.

  Program starts 1:15 p.m.

   Capital Connection

   3:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

   Gala Reception

   7:00 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Wednesday:  8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m

About ACG Los Angeles

 

The Los Angeles Chapter of the Association for Corporate Growth is Southern California's premier networking organization for growth-oriented executives, investment bankers, private equity investors and professionals in law, accounting and finance who focus on mergers and acquisitions and corporate development activity.

 

ACG-LA provides monthly educational and networking meetings that feature prominent corporate executives and distinguished panels of speakers. Additionally, the Chapter serves the needs of the private equity community with intimate roundtable forums.

 

The Chapter's flagship event, our Annual Business Conference, will be held this year on Sept. 16-17 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel. More than 1,500 attendees from around the world are expected this year, and the Capital Connection will feature over 150 participants.

 

Speakers will include ABC Newsman George Stephanopoulos, White House Strategist Karl Rove, and economist and former Labor Secretary Robert Reich. Conference keynote speakers in prior years have included Gen. Colin Powell;  former Gov. Mario Cuomo; Sen.John Edwards; news correspondent Leslie Stahl; Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak; Publisher Steve Forbes; Frank McCourt, owner of the Los Angeles Dodgers; and former Prime Minister John Major.

Media / Entertainment / Technology Alliance Monday, September 15, 6:00PM

METal Int  (Media / Entertainment / Technology Alliance), is holding the first in a series of monthly events called METal Mondays.  METal Mondays bring together Alpha leaders, both Men and Women, for a connecting experience like none other in Los Angeles. Whether you choose to mingle, network, share success / war stories with your fellow executives, or just relax, this is your opportunity to get in and be connected.  In an effort to increase the capabilities within the community, we will be looking for each of you to attend, offer mutual support, and hopefully leave with tremendous value.  Host:  Ken Rutkowski www.kenradio.com Location:  Rush Street 9546 Washington Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232 US When:  Monday, September 15, 6:00PM Phone:  (310) 305-4100 Cost: $25 per person

TechSet Party @ BlogWorldExp.com September 19, 2008

The TechSet Presents: Poolside in Las Vegas @ BlogWorld Expo!

Event Info

Host:	Stephanie Agresta and Brian Solis
Type:	Party - Cocktail Party
Network:	Global

Time and Place

Start Time:	Friday, September 19, 2008 at 9:00pm
End Time:	Saturday, September 20, 2008 at 12:00am
Location:	Bare at the Mirage Hotel
Street:	3400 S. Las Vegas Blvd
City/Town:	Las Vegas, NV

The TechSet has earned a reputation for hosting some of the most glamorous and connected parties around the country. We'd like to invite you to what just may be our most incredible event yet.

Announcing TechSet Las Vegas, Blogworld Expo...
Blogworld Expo will host influential bloggers, thought leaders, tech luminary, and content creators from all over the world. 

The event organizers have partnered with TechSet founders Stephanie Agresta and Brian Solis to host the official party on Friday night, September 19, 2008, from 8 - 11 p.m.

The TechSet was created to spotlight and celebrate the people making a difference in the new Web and social economy. 

At BlogWorld, we will gather poolside at the new Bare lounge at the Mirage Hotel.  The ultimate in poolside pampering, Bare is defined by its distinctive contemporary ambiance and ultra VIP service. The DJ-spun music mix sets a lively mood as guests enjoy European-style ambiance secluded by towering palms. Two luxury dipping pools, a hot tub, and daybeds and cabanas will provide a luxurious surrounding to all of the evening's action.

Brad Turner, CEO 

Turner Marketing Group 

bradjt@gmail.com

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