BIZBASH CALL SHEET — #68 — Friday, 07.29.11
Compiled today by Jana Schiowitz & Courtney Thompson in New York
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* INCOMING *
1. SAPPHIRE NOW: The long-awaited Sapphire Now case study has been made available to the public. Mary Boone, president of Boone Associates, conducted the research for the study, which shows how SAP executed its 2010 event that had over 51,000 attendees.
http://bit.ly/nuOGaN
2. BECKMAN EXITING PROMETHEUS: Richard "Mad Dog" Beckman, C.E.O. of Prometheus Global Media, the company that controls publications like Adweek and Billboard, is speculated to be exiting to expand a new branded entertainment division; chairman Jimmy Finkelstein will take over in the interim. New York Post: "Speculation is swirling inside the company in the wake of the move with some expressing the belief that the 51-year old has one foot out the door. Others think it is a short- term change to boost company revenue with the new project."
http://nyp.st/nySvPU
3. TAPPING INTO CONTENT MARKETING: The Pulse Network has launched new multi-channel digital marketing solutions after a recent merger to offer more content marketing strategies to clients. Marketwire: "With these developments, the Pulse Network brings together elements of each business unit with T.P.N.'s live web T.V. programming, production capabilities...these and other communities will now be served through curated content from T.P.N. programs, e-newsletters and events--creating more targeted engagement and lead generation opportunities for partners and in turn their customers.”
http://mwne.ws/o45jhT
4. PACIFIERS FOR THE INEBRIATED: City councilor Charlayne Thornton-Joe had a problem on her hands in Victoria, British Columbia: too many violent and loud bar patrons causing disruptions in the street. Her solution: "[A lollipop] reduces noise because you can't really be making a lot of noise when you're sucking a lollipop. Just like anyone that has given a child a pacifier, it calms and pacifies people." National Public Radio:
http://n.pr/r4SeLJ
* INSPIRATION BREAK *
Headed to a friend’s beach house for the weekend? Here’s a look at hostess gifts culled by the New York Post that could easily double as gift bag fillers or “thank you” tokens for V.I.P.s.
http://nyp.st/rjUMrV
* BOOK NOTE *
From editor in chief Chad Kaydo: "Before I leave for a week's vacation, I have to tell you: Yesterday I got an advance copy of New York caterer Peter Callahan's book, 'Bite by Bite: 100 Stylish Little Plates You Can Make for Any Party.' It's filled with the inventive, tiny bites he's known for —meatballs with a swirl of spaghetti on top, scrambled eggs in a little bacon cup. It's hard to imagine many people pulling these off at home (who has the time? or such tiny fingers?), but they sure do look great."
http://bit.ly/nIm8cp
* TECH BREAK *
Howard Givner's Super Planner app —released last year for the iPhone and iPad —is now available in an Android version. It has more than 15 calculators, utilities, diagrams, and tips for meeting and event planners.
http://bit.ly/9kteUK
* FRIDAY BLOG ROLL *
Highlights of this week's event-related blog posts:
Where Is The Conference Revolution Headed Next? [Jeff Hurt/Midcourse Corrections]
http://bit.ly/plpnfs
Google+: How relevant is it for Event Organizers? [Michael Heipel/Michael Heipel Concept & Consulting]
http://bit.ly/qbT5OT
Event Planner = Project Manager [Erina Kim/the Alta Cucina Epicurean Center]
http://bit.ly/pPy2U3
11 Blogging Tips for Your Event or Event Business [Jenise Fryatt/Icon Presentations AV]
http://bit.ly/nYgC7X
* LOCAL NEWS *
BOSTON: The city's Greenfest 2011 begins August 18 at Boston City Hall Plaza. The three-day festival, organized by the Foundation for a Green Future, will feature over 80 live performances, 200 exhibitors, and a forum for green entrepreneurs.
http://bit.ly/SwDPV
CHICAGO: The team behind English and Hubbard Inn will open Barn & Company August 11. Billed as a "smokehouse and public hall," the Lincoln Park venue will be fitted with a 504-inch wide by 84-inch tall video wall and will be able to host private events for as many as 100 guests.
Society for Urban Nature, the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum’s auxiliary board, will host its fourth annual Helios Bash August 19. Vendors include Calihan Catering, Pollen, and Toast & Jam.
http://bit.ly/oITcgG
FLORIDA: Visit Florida launched the Fabulous Florida Getaway sweepstakes, giving meeting professionals a chance to win a trip for two to Orlando and Palm Coast, as well as a 2011 Mazda CX-9. To be eligible, meeting planners must have booked a Florida meeting or incentive between 2008 and 2011. The winner will be announced in November at the 31st annual Florida Encounter trade show. The contest runs until October 5.
http://bit.ly/aCOpCH
LAS VEGAS: The "Birdies for the Brave" golf event beckons participants to play with members of the military August 15 at TPC Summerlin. The event will benefit U.S. armed forces and their families.
http://bit.ly/oOdiLx
LOS ANGELES: Page Jeter left Entertainment Fusion Group Wednesday for a new role as account supervisor of consumer, entertainment, and sports at Rogers & Cowan.
MIAMI: Soul Fest Weekend begins tonight at the Stage with a lineup of local performances and cuisine from neighborhood food trucks and carts. The festivities continue throughout the weekend.
http://bit.ly/dKEE4g
Also in event news: Last night was the opening event to celebrate the start of the annual LaCroix French Film Festival at Cinema Paradiso in Fort Lauderdale. A total of 15 films will be screened today through Sunday. Closing night events include a performance by dancers from Cupcake Burlesque.
http://bit.ly/kR2tB
NEW YORK: Bar and lounge 230 Fifth has another lawsuit on its hands, this time, for racial discrimination. Gothamist: "Owens is suing the bar for $500 million in damages. It's not the first time the bar has been at the center of a lawsuit —in 2009, a chef was arrested for sexually assaulting a guest during a Halloween party."
http://bit.ly/pBSYq2
ORLANDO: The InterContinental Tampa has hired Dan Hepler as a new senior sales manager. Hepler will handle the hotel's group business from the entertainment, education, religious, and southeastern association markets. Most recently Hepler was sales manager at the Peabody Orlando.
Ubisoft has partnered with the Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek for the first and only public previews of its Wii game, Just Dance 3. The popular video game will be released in October but fans can try it at the hotel July 30, August 6, and August 13. The festivities will include demostrations from professional gamers, fan competitions, and giveaways.
http://bit.ly/6Ucgys
Tickets go on sale Sunday for a special Harry Potter weekend at Universal Orlando Resort hosted by Warner Brothers. The event, November 11-13, will include a gala inside the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, autograph opportunities with stars from the films, Q&A sessions with filmmakers and cast members, and screenings of all eight Harry Potter movies.
PHILADELPHIA: Sunday marks the last day of service for Restaurant Associates' Gardenia at the Philadelphia Art Alliance. A new dining concept will launch this fall with a menu designed by Michelin-starred executive chef Ed Brown.
http://bit.ly/h5xwG
TORONTO: The Festival of Beer will take place August 5-7 at the Exhibition Place at Bandshell Park. The event boasts over 60 brewers showcasing more than 120 brands from around the world.
http://bit.ly/LXgFo
WASHINGTON: Colleagues of Mandarin Oriental, Washington D.C. will gather for the "Fantastic March," a 10K run/walk September 18. This fund-raiser will help build a new playground in Southwest D.C.
http://bit.ly/qvWcMj
YOUR NEWS: What are you doing? Tell us: [email protected].
With contributions from Jenny Berg in Chicago, Alesandra Dubin in Los Angeles, Mitra Sorrells in Orlando, Carla Warrilow in Toronto, and Erica Petri, Jana Schiowitz, Anna Sekula, and Courtney Thompson in New York.
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