BIZBASH CALL SHEET — #180 — Wednesday, 01.18.12
Compiled today by Jana Schiowitz and Anna Sekula in New York
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* INCOMING *
1. GERVAIS ON GOLDEN GLOBES: The comedian, who hosted the Golden Globes Sunday night took to his blog Tuesday to talk about the awards show. The Hollywood Reporter: '"Phew! Thank f--k that's over," he wrote above a photo of him in his tux on Sunday night surrounded by bottles of Moet & Chandon champagne. But the funny man immediately admits, "I had a blast actually. It was by far my favourite of the three hosting stints."' Gervais also hinted that he will not return as host.
http://bit.ly/xadD4b
2. KRAFT'S VINTAGE CAMPAIGN: The marketing campaign by McGarryBowen, estimated at more than $50 million, includes online ads, cooking video clips on kraftcheese.com, social media, promotions in stores, and coupon inserts in newspapers. The New York Times: ”We’re trying to invest more in our iconic brands,“ said Racquel Harris, vice president for marketing in the Kraft cheese group at the Kraft Foods office in Glenview, Illinois, in order to‚ “amplify our emotional connection with consumers.”
http://nyti.ms/ydQiLQ
3. MARKETING VALUE AT C.E.S.: Ad Age looks at face-to-face events and what marketers can learn from attending the International Consumer Electronics Show.
http://bit.ly/w6SGL6
4. REVIVING APERITIFS: Restaurants are bringing back the cocktails. John Mariani for Business Week: "The most popular drink at the Hemingway Bar these days is the Raspberry Martini, made with a maceration of fresh raspberries left in vodka over 3 months, then filtered, frozen and served in a chilled Martini glass."
http://buswk.co/wWIOA7
5. SMALL BUSINESS TWEETS: The Washington Post's On Small Business feature asked young entrepreneurs from the Young Entrepreneur Council whether they use Twitter for business or personal purposes “We make it a point to speak as the business on our social media platforms, and use the engagement to build one-on-one relationships with our followers," said Rakia Reynolds, principal at Skai Blue Media in Philadelphia.
http://wapo.st/x0QXRQ
6. SHOW TIMES: After some disputes over timing last year, yesterday the organizers of New York and London fashion weeks agreed on the dates for their respective shows. New York’s gathering will be held September 6 through 13, while London’s is scheduled to take place from September 14 through 18. AFP:
http://bit.ly/y2Jfm9
* LOCAL NEWS *
COAST TO COAST: The National Limousine Association donated $10,000 to CureSearch for Children's Cancer to help support cancer research at 175 hospitals nationwide.
BOSTON: Five Guys Burgers and Fries will open its first Boston proper location in June or July.
CHICAGO: Hyatt Regency McCormick Place has announced that the first phase of a $110 million expansion and renovation has begun. The phase involves the construction of a new tower with 460 rooms, slated for completion in mid-2013.
The Left Bank Jewelry and Bridal Finery and CS Brides will host "Meet the Experts: Arming the Recessionista Bride" at Room 1520 Thursday. Vendors include A Perfect Event, Pure Kitchen, and Tipsycake.
The first joint fund-raiser for the Dance Collective and the Big Hearts Fun is February 23 at Grossinger City Autoplex. Called "Whole Hearted Wellness Jam 2012: Zumbathon," the event raises funds for family wellness.
http://bit.ly/wWYwcs
Be U Weddings, a blog that showcases national weddings, will host a launch party February 12. Vendors include Gallery 1028, Fig Media, Calihan Catering, Fancy Candies and Sweets Buffet, and Studio AG.
LAS VEGAS: The Smith Center for the Performing Arts is set to debut Cabaret Jazz, a club for live music overlooking Symphony Park, in March.
Bruce Rosenblum, president of Warner Brothers Television Group and the newly sworn-in chairman and C.E.O. of the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, and Ben Silverman, founder and chairman of multimedia studio Electus, will speak at the upcoming 2012 NAB Show. The annual conference and expo for people who create, manage, and distribute entertainment across all platforms will take place April 14-19, at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
LOS ANGELES: Chef Benjamin Bailly is Cliff's Edge restaurant's new executive chef.
The Event Planners Association's Southern California chapter is hosting its first annual wedding event, February 8, with bridal stylist and cast member of TLC's "Brides of Beverly Hills" Renee Strauss. The event will be held at the Mark for Events with catering by Salt Catering and more than ten vendors showcased.
http://conta.cc/ydnFRb
MIAMI/SOUTH FLORIDA: The Miami Art Museum has received $1 million from the Helena Rubinstein Philanthropic Fund at the Miami Foundation to support new works of art and its new and expanded venue.
NEW YORK: The Council of Protocol Executives has announced the lineup for its bi-annual conference, Eventpower, being held at the Pierre February 3. Liz Kelly of Nickelodeon, Cara Kleinhaut of Caravents, and Jennifer Kurland of Production Glue!, will speak on panel "Events Can Be Such a Production," moderated by David Adler of BizBash Media. The day is filled with other panels and Capricia Marshall, U.S. chief of protocol is the luncheon speaker.
http://bit.ly/yT7bA9
The current renovation of the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center will go ahead as planned, despite Governor Andrew Cuomo's proposal to tear it down and replace it with a larger venue in Queens. New York Post:
http://nyp.st/zwvRGQ
New York's first gay wedding expo solidifies local industry's support for the LGBT community. "I think an event like this is important. It was great that governor Cuomo passed gay marriage in his first year of office, and events like this continue to push the point that this is a normal thing to do," nonprofit theater group producer Mark Thornton told the Guardian.
http://bit.ly/wcfCTn
ORLANDO: The Rosen Centre Hotel on International Drive will offer its "Vine & Dine" dinner series for the sixth year, beginning January 27. The wine and food pairing event can be customized for private groups. The remaining dates in 2012 are March 23, May 18, July 27, and October 26.
The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotel has named Angel Faire national sales manager for the Midwest region, with responsibility for corporate groups from that part of the country. Faire previously worked at the Hilton in the Walt Disney World Resort.
TORONTO: Over the next two years, Soho House plans to open a Toronto location of its luxury club, as well as four additional international locations. The announcements came after billionaire Ron Burkle bought a controlling stake in the club Friday. The New York Times:
http://nyti.ms/wmmTZl
WASHINGTON: To celebrate first lady Michelle Obama's birthday Tuesday, President Obama took her to BLT Steak located near the White House. Before going to dinner, the couple attended a White House event celebrating the St. Louis Cardinals World Series victory. The Huffington Post:
http://huff.to/znBvsU
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With contributions from Jenny Berg in Chicago, Alesandra Dubin in Los Angeles, Mitra Sorrells in Orlando, Carla Warrilow in Toronto, and Jana Schiowitz and Anna Sekula in New York.
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