BIZBASH CALL SHEET — #328 — Wednesday, 08.15.12
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Compiled today by Beth Kormanik in New York
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1. BRONZED BECKHAM: As part of its David Beckham Bodywear campaign, H&M will display nine 10-foot statues of the soccer star starting Thursday at sites in New York, Los Angeles, and San Francisco and use them in a promotional contest. Women's Wear Daily: "As part of the campaign, those who Instagram a photo of a Beckham statue with the hashtag #HMBeckham will be eligible for several prizes, including 10 mini statues of Beckham, a pair of underwear signed by him and a $1,000 shopping spree at H&M (presumably to stock up on more Beckham merch)." http://wwd.us/TDIP3a
2. BIG LOSER: Groupon investors, including Starbucks C.E.O. Howard Schultz and Twilight producer Guy Oseary may be having a case of buyer's remorse. "Silicon Valley heavyweights who participated in Groupon’s record $1 billion fundraising round last year have lost a combined $329 million and are down 34 percent on their investment, according to research firm PrivCo." New York Post: http://nyp.st/PjYPGB
3. GOLD-MEDAL BRANDS: According to General Sentiment's Olympic sponsors report, Samsung, Adidas, and P&G were the top brand winners based on Impact Media Value gain. Samsung took the gold, due in large part to trial participants using its Galaxy SIII phones to test out a mobile payment system in the Olympic stadium. http://bit.ly/Ov848x
4. TRAFFIC JAM: After struggling through a slow spring season, the restaurant industry may continue to see low traffic for the next two years. L.A. Times: "Some segments, especially fast food, continue to be strong. The so-called quick service sector brings in 78% of restaurant traffic and enjoyed a 2% boost in the spring. But visits to mid-scale family dining establishments and casual spots slid 3% and 2%, respectively." http://lat.ms/NE5Fn9
5. PICTURE WORTH MORE THAN A THOUSAND WORDS: New York Times: "The Carlyle Group announced on Wednesday that it had reached a deal to acquire Getty Images, the well-known distributor of photography, video and multimedia products, from Hellman & Friedman for $3.3 billion." http://nyti.ms/ObnrgD
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* LOCAL NEWS *
COAST TO COAST: Delta Air Lines is launching its Delta Winemaker Series on all transcontinental flights beginning September 1, offering passengers in BusinessElite a selection of California wines on flights connection John F. Kennedy International Airport to Los Angeles and San Francisco International Airports.
BOSTON: Somerville restaurant The Paddock has closed.
LAS VEGAS: Vegas Inc: "One of the oldest and largest Latino professional organizations in the country will have its 40th annual national convention over four days at Caesars Palace, and in addition to networking events and workshops, the final day of the event will feature a free career fair for veterans. An estimated 3,000 professionals and students are expected to attend the ALPFA national convention," which wraps today. http://bit.ly/O9YkLg
Vegas.com: "If you thought you had a lot to eat on your trip to Vegas, just wait until the World Food Championships comes to Sin City. The WFC is hosting a four-day food festival and cooking competition at Bally’s, with extra events at Paris Las Vegas and Caesars Palace from Nov. 1 through 4." http://bit.ly/Sl1EFH
Children’s Heart Foundation will present the fourth annual Cards for Kids Under the Stars casino night on September 23 at Rumor.
LASxpress—an airport transportation service within the Las Vegas resort corridor—is now open to meeting and convention professionals, transporting passengers between McCarran International Airport and their resort destination.
LOS ANGELES: Zagat: "As food events go, Los Angeles Food & Wine really hits the mark on being a splashy L.A. affair. There are red carpets. Celebrity chefs, local and visiting. Regular (if there is such a thing) celebrities. Lots of champagne. Boozy late-night after-parties... Now in its second year, you get a sense of what the organizers are trying to do: bring together what outsiders deem L.A. (lights, cameras, action) and celebrate our burgeoning dining scene. So does it work? It definitely delivers exactly what it promises." http://bit.ly/MxwOvz
The Environmental Media Association has announced the nominees for the 22nd annual Environmental Media Awards. The winners will be announced at a gala on September 29 at Warner Brothers.
Local event listings from Masterplanner: http://masterplanneronline.com/losangeles
MIAMI/SOUTH FLORIDA: The third annual Appleton Estate Bartender Challenge is set for August 27 at Blackbird Ordinary. Bartenders will prepare original Appleton Estate Jamaica Rum cocktails and compete for a spot in the final round in Jamaica.
NEW YORK: The Brooks Brothers Flatiron shop has partnered with Handsome Coffee Roasters to host the Iced Coffee Bar August 17-24.
The Central Park Conservancy Film Festival, presented by Bloomberg, is August 21-25, with film screenings held in just north of Sheep Meadow.
Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver is eyeing Coney Island and Willets Points as potential sites for a casino. CBS: http://cbsloc.al/NoGLNg
Phoenix House hosts its annual fashion award dinner November 7 at Pier Sixty, honoring Diane Von Furstenberg, Jim Gold, and Andrew Rosen.
The 59th annual Winter Antiques Show is slated for January 25-February 3 at the Park Avenue Armory.
Local event listings from Masterplanner: http://www.masterplanneronline.com/newyork
ORLANDO: Water For People will hold its "Wine For Us" fund-raiser Thursday night at the Orange County Regional History Center.
TAMPA: Country singer Rodney Atkins will be the headline entertainment at the welcome event for the Republican National Convention. The combined delegate and media event will take place August 26 at Tropicana Field. Additional entertainment will include the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Cheerleaders, Tampa Bay Rays Street Team, and cirque performers from Busch Gardens Tampa Bay.
TORONTO: Oikos Greek Yogurt will host a promotional event with celebrity chef Rob Rossi tonight. Called "Christmas comes early," the event includes cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, and a three-course holiday dinner prepared with the yogurt. Interior design expert Michelle Mawby will decorate the space with holiday-inspired tropes.
Paws for the Cause is scheduled to take place on October 11 at the 99 Gallery.
WASHINGTON: Friends of the National Zoo's Grapes with the Apes event is set for September 20 at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo. The wine tasting will feature after-hours access to the Great Apes House and entertainment from Capital Jazz Band.
Virgin Mobile FreeFest, presented by LG, has been scheduled for October 6 at Merriweather Post Pavilion. Featured acts include Jack White, Skrillex, and Nas.
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With contributions from Jenny Berg in Chicago, Alesandra Dubin in Los Angeles, Mitra Sorrells in Orlando, and Rose Chevalier, Beth Kormanik, and Anna Sekula in New York.
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