The Garner Circle PR Announces [CREATIVE CLOSET]

 

 

The Garner Circle PR Announces [CREATIVE CLOSET] 

Pop Up Agency 2012 Winner - 

Women Interactive © Creative Technology Festival

~ creating exposure opportunities for non-profit & creative organizations ~

Atlanta (pitchengine.com) August, 2012 - In the fall of 2012 The Garner Circle PR  [CREATIVE CLOSET] division relaunches its "pop up agency" concept. The agency grants one deserving non- profit / creative organization, the opportunity to receive pro-bono  publicity services for their ground breaking organization or community cause. The agencies "new talent" will seek out those who are making a difference but may not have the resources or the voice to get their efforts heard. The [CREATIVE CLOSET] Pop Up Agency announces its 2012 winner, Women Interactive ©,which is a creative technology festival that will take place on Friday, October 12th - October 13th, 2012 at Spelman College. 

 

"It is our due diligence to serve as a corporate neighbor in the industries that we serve, and the pop up agency concept will allow us to give back, utilizing our resources and expertise in a truly meaningful capacity", states The Garner Circle PR founder- Nicole Garner. Non- Profits & Creative Organizations who satisfied stated requirements were invited to a "Go See" atmosphere where they presented their organization's event, campaign or cause idea to the agency. Social media will play a large role in this concept, as the entire pop up agency experience will be captured through live blogging, Twitter feeds, Pinterest, Facebook applications, live streaming,  YouTube videos as well as traditional media vehicles. Work will culminate on a national platform and pull in a plethora of national partnering entities. "The pop up store concept has been made very popular by massive brands such as Target, as an agency we wanted to continue this innovation in the service industry", states Garner.  

Women Interactive © (WI) is a creative technology festival based on an overall theme of content creation produced by Art of Genius Creative Technology Series . The purpose of the creative technology festival is to empower creatives, women and accidental techies to take control of their story by becoming not just consumers of content, but creators as well. "If you are a content creator, thinking about becoming a content creator or have been a content creator for years,Women Interactive © is the place for you", stated WI co-creator, Sabrina Harvey. "This two-day festival will use technology as a creative tool and platform for sharing workbuilt on three pillars: to Interact, Educate, Inspire", stated WI co-creator, Ashia R. Sims. Women Interactive will take place at Spelman College on October 12th - October 13, 2012, for more information visit www.womeninteractive.net . To join the conversation tweet @womeninteractiv @artofgeniustech #WICTF

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Media Contact:
The Garner Circle PR

pr@thegarnercircle.com

About The Creative Closet: 

The [Creative Closet] pop-up agency is the brainchild of the "new talent" at The Garner Circle PR with the goal of creating a spin-off agency initiative that creates top-tier publicity for under-exposed causes. Serving as an idea incubator nurturing game-changers and providing a voice in social entrepreneurism. For more information visit www.facebook.com/thegarnercirclePR

About Women Interactive © Creative Festival:
Women Interactive is a two day interactive technology festival for women of color who produce and share digital content. In keeping with the fast paced nature of technology, the WI Festival will allow college students, academic faculty, technology and media professionals the opportunity to interact with innovative technology in our Interactive Atrium, view cutting edge media content in our Screening Rooms , experience technological exhibitions in the Inspiration Hall and participate in media and technology workshops in our Education Suites. All exhibitions and education workshops are executed in 30, 20 and 15 minute intervals allowing attendees to get high quality information in a short amount of time.

About Art of Genius Creative Technology Series:

A creative technology series of art, entertainment, science, media and technology events and workshops geared toward women. The mission of the Art of Genius Creative Technology Series is to examine how women can create social responsibility in our society by using art, design, entertainment, science, technology and media as a creative platform to inspire, encourage and bring about social change. Current Art of Genius projects consists of panel discussion series, Talkback, business and art digital book, Women 2 Watch and creative technology festival, Women Interactive.

About The Digital Moving Image Salon (DMIS):

Beginning at Spelman College in the Fall of 2004. Foundedby filmmaker and digital media artist, Ayoka Chenzira, it is a mechanism through which the College encourages and supports the growing number of students who are interested in creating digital media stories. DMIS produces an annual student showcase where students exhibit and discuss their work as well as celebrates the achievements of professional practitioners through its annual REEL Women Series: "Conversations With Black Women Who Work With The Moving Image". 

 

 

 

[Media Update::] ONE MusicFest 2012 Announces 'State of Atlanta Music Scene' Press Conference and Roundtable

Media Alert]:: Updated Artists Added for the Third Annual ONE MusicFest - 09.01.12

Global Pop - Rocker Santigold Performs in Atlanta For Alongside Award Winning Songstress Marsha Ambrosius, Rapper Big KRIT, Eric Roberson, Big Daddy Kane, Slick Rick, Dougie Fresh and MC Lyte for the Third Annual ONE MusicFest

 Atlanta (Pitchengine.com) July, 2011 -The City of Atlanta Mayor's Office is excited to welcome the third annual ONE Musicfest to the all new 4th Ward Historic Park, the first completed urban park of the Atlanta Beltline project. In celebration of its three year anniversary, One Musicfest has grown from it's humble concert beginnings to include an interactive block party and food fest.  The all day outdoor concert will feature live performances by a diverse group of performers at the Masquerade Music Park.  Across the street at the Historic Fourth Ward Park, ONE Musicfest participants will enjoy nationally and internationally renown DJs, a specialty food truck park, vending from local businesses, Live Art, VIP tents and interactive gaming. This year's ONE MusicFest non-profit partner is Yo Boulevard. Atlanta City Councilman Kwanza Hall declared 2012 the “Year of Boulevard,” committing to revitalize and re-inspire this once dynamic intown Atlanta neighborhood. ONE MusicFest will take place Labor Day Weekend on Saturday, September 1, 2012, can be purchased at select retailers and online at http://onemusicfest.com/tickets.html

This year ONE Musicfest brings in the talents of Santigold, Big KRIT, Marsha Ambrosius formerly of Floetry, Eric Roberson and legends of Hip-Hop, Big Daddy Kane, Slick Rick, Dougie Fresh, and MC Lyte. Santi White, better known by her stage name Santigold, recently released her second album - Master of My Make-Believe and will join ONE MusicFest for her first ever performance in Atlanta. Additional acts will be announced in the coming weeks.  Previous ONE MusicFest concert headliners include internationally acclaimed artists such as Common, De La Soul, Goapele, Chrisette Michelle, The Pharcyde, DJ Mick Boogie and a cornucopia of grassroots talent.  ONE Musicfest's mission of Unity Through Music earned the festival organizers the city of Atlanta's coveted "Phoenix Award."  Infusing artists and bands that will unify spectators through the universal language of sound, ONE Musicfest fills a necessary void in the city's music experience. 

"There is a lack of representation for soul, progressive hip-hop, alternative and rock, represented under one roof, in the format of music festivals in Atlanta", states J Carter, ONE Musicfest Producer.  "We have noticed that while there are many pockets of individuals that share taste in the same music, rarely do you see them share in this together. ONE Musicfest was created with the idea of 'music as the universal language. Over time we aim to grow this fest into a phenomenon and bring together different sectors of individuals through a unique music platform."

With the diverse musical and cultural appetites within a city rich in a history of great musical tradition, ONE Musicfest pledges to provide an environment that truly caters to the genre bending palette. ONE Musicfest will take place Labor Day Weekend on Saturday, September 1, 2012.  Tickets can be purchased at select retailers and online at http://onemusicfest.com

For more information or to purchase tickets:  visit www.OneMusicFest.com. 

For more information on Kwanzaa Hall and Yo Boulevard, visit www.yoboulevard.com

      Join the conversation @ONEMusicFest  & facebook.com/OneMusicFest

[Upcoming Events:]

*For dates and specifics email pr@TheGarnerCircle.com

August 2012

 + 7th [STATE OF THE ATLANTA MUSIC SCENE] ONE MusicFest Press Conference & Panel Discussion

StudioPlex (659 Auburn Ave. NE. Atlanta, GA 30312) AT 7pm

      Media RSVP: pr@thegarnercircle.com

Conference will be streamed live at: www.livestream.com/onemusicfest
Hashtag: #onemusicfest
+31st [Mountain Dew| Miller Lite] ONE MusicFest Crawl and VIP Reception
Vanquish Nightclub (1021 Peachtree St. Atlanta, GA 30309)
Hashtag: #onemusicfest
September 2012
+ 27th - ONE MusicFest 
Media Credentials: www.OneMusicFest.com click on the "Press" Link
Hashtag: #onemusicfest

Curly Cam TV Launches in New Orleans 07.12

New Orleans (July 2012) - Curly Cam TV, a new natural hair web series launched in New Orleans during the 2012 Essence Music Festival to a room full of excited curly girls. The series, powered by beauty powerhouse Strength of Nature House of Brands (Beautiful Textures, African Pride, Profectiv, Elasta QP), features creator and host Kimberly Walker as she travels around the nation highlighting all things curly.
 
Debuting at the African Pride Beauty Suite, naturalistas were treated to a preview of the premiere episode, featuring curly bloggers, Adrienne Brown (Memyhairandthecity.com), Alexis Felder (Curlscoilsandkinks.com) and Tarin Boone (Fro Fashion Week). Actresses Tasha Smith and Cynthia Bailey of 'The Real Housewives of Atlanta' also stopped by Curly Cam TV for a little hair dish.                           

In partnership with HalleysCurls.com, ten attendees were gifted $150 gift certificates for faux curlyextensions to spice up their transitioning stages with a funky protective style.
 
"With a fierce natural movement currently taking place, Curly Cam TV highlights not only the fabulous hair, but the lifestyle behind kinks, curls and waves. Fashion, diet and entrepreneurship play a huge role and I'll be covering really unique aspects of living the curly life," creator KimberlyWalker shares.
 
In a time where texture is all the talk, Curly Cam TV will showcase the diverse world of natural hair, including tutorials on blowouts, protective weaves, curly to straight styles, loc maintenance and tips from celebrity stylists. "At Strength of Nature, we celebrate women no longer being monolithic but applauding diversity in style while creating products that focus on healthy hair practices. We are excited about Curly Cam TV and look forward to sharing with a world wide audience," states Charlene Bastien (National Marketing Director, Strength of Nature).
 
In August 2012, the Curly Cam will travel to Chicago for a special episode with vloggers Meechy and Vaughn Monroe (The Monroe Sisters) and celebrity makeup artist Rachel O. To view current episodes visit www.CurlyCam.com and spread the word.
 

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Curly Cam TV Episode #5: New Orleans


 
Twitter: @curlycamtv
Website: www.curlycam.com
Inquiries: Curlycamtv@gmail.com
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ABOUT THE HOST:
Kimberly Walker is a beauty aficionado with an expertise in multi-textural hair care and African-American skin care. As the contributing beauty expert for EBONY.com,Kimberly candidly shares her personal beauty testimonies and tips from her black book of celebrity hairstylists, makeup artists and skin care gurus. Kimberly is the former beauty editor of BET.com and has written for Upscale, Honeymag.com, AOL City's Best, 944, Rolling Out, Pynk Magazine.
 
About Strength of Nature Global, LLC: 
Strength of Nature Global, LLC, is the choice manufacturer of innovative hair care solutions that specifically address the critical hair care needs, styling, and desires for consumers of color. The company's brands including African Pride Family of Brands, ElastaQP, SoyOYL,  Beautiful Textures, Strong & Healthy, and more and are sold primarily at Wal-Mart, Sally's, beauty supply stores and leading food, drug, and discount retailers. Strengthof Nature has offices in Atlanta and Savannah, Georgia. For more Brand information, visit www.africanpride.com,
www.BeautifulTextures.com, www.elastaqp.com. Follow on twitter @LovinMyTextures @MyAfricanPride @ElastaQP & on facebook at /Myafricanpride and / BeautifulTextures


Media Contact:
The Garner Circle PR
E: pr@thegarnercircle.com

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Introducing prettyPOWERFUL business consulation sessions! These one-on-one strategy sessions were created as a platform to service talented, female entrepreneurs looking for support and and a business mentorship. In these sessions I bring all my knowledge from nearly a decade working in PR & consumer marketing, steeped in my own career of growing brands.  Created for the Entrepreneurista.  Who is she, other than the obvious? Well, in my honest opinion, she is the ultimate in what a female can actually accomplish. As a business owner, she is fearless and bold, moving swiftly toward her goals of planning, starting, opening or growing her business. She has keyed into her skills and assets and offers them to the world, in hopes of making a difference, a name for herself, a way in life and a sense of satisfaction for a job well done at the end of the day. Does this sound like you? I hope you’re responding with a resounding ‘Yes’! If your response is a bit slow to decide, it simply means…not yet, but soon! Let’s take this journey together. Looking forward to you joining the ranks of Entrepreneuristas from around the world!  Business Chat.  How it works. There are two options, Entreprenuerista Incubator sessions for college students, start ups or those looking to begin a new business. The second option is an Entrepreneurista Launch Pad - your very own personal think tank helping you take a good business to great. We'll review your business plan, your resume, and help you plan for world domination. Whatever you want me to look at and review I will. I will take notes. Jot down ideas. I will get prepared to.... Get on Conference Call - via Skype or the phone for an intense, powerful, mind-blowing 45-minute strategy session. I'll review my thoughts on your materials, make connections around what is possible, and build a plan together to get you closer to your goals. I'll hear you out and give you my very best thinking, ideas, recommendations...Whatever you need to kick-start the life of your dreams! I will follow up within 48 hours with a custom action plan, just for you, and a recording of our session that you can review over and over again when you need an extra dose of oomph! I'll donate $10 from our session to Cool Girls Inc, a non-profit that runs inclusive, sustainable education programs for young girls. Students and Pros, Sign up for Entrepreneurista Incubator for $199 If you are currently or were most recently a student, or are going through a career transition/freak out, or finally deciding to listen to your inner voice, then this is the session for you and priced, with you in mind! You might be... A college student thinking about a new  career and wondering what to major in & how to make the most of it. In the process of applying for internships or your first PR job and looking for a bit of career support and direction. Realizing you don't want to be a nuclear physicist and would prefer to work in what you are passionate about but aren't sure if that is a good idea or how to get started. Considering a switch into a new industry and it's time  something Totally Different. Looking for tips on personal brand development so you can create your own digital revolution, brand, blog, obsessive Twitter following. Thinking about leaving your current gig to open up your own business  or goingfreelance. Agencies, Professionals, Seasoned Entrepreneurs and Brands, Sign up for the Entreprenuerista Launch Pad Session for $299 If you have already launched your business, or are looking for support at the agency level, then a Break-out session is just right. You might be... Looking for feedback on your launch plan, social strategy, website, positioning, campaign idea, etc. Interested in doing more social media work for clients but aren't sure how to package, promote or price these services. A brand looking for help choosing an agency, hiring someone in-house, or require additional consulting. Never leave for tomorrow, what can be done today-  let's get started!!! Contact us for more information today at pr@thegarnercircle.com Sincerely, Nicole Garner The Garner Brand www.TheGarnerBrand.com

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African Pride Dream Kids Hair Care and Celebrity Kids Fashion Show - 08.11.12

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                                          

2012 Runway Red &  African Pride Dream Kids Hair Care welcome international platinum heritage, a heavyweight champ and the daughter of a KING for celebrity charity kids fashion show

Show Me the Way Foundation signs on celebrity children to walk the runway for charity

(Atlanta, GA) The Show Me the Way Foundation and African Pride Dream Kids Hair Care are excited to welcome music royalty to the 2012 Runway Red: Safari Wonderland charity kids fashion show. The event is set to take place over ZOO Atlanta located at 800 Cherokee Avenue SE, Atlanta, GA 30315 at 7pm on Saturday, August 11, 2012. International superstar Akon’s sons will walk the runway along with the daughter of hip hop’s king of the south TI.  Former heavyweight champion Evander Holyfield’s little one’s will participate and Chilli from TLC’s son will return for a repeat performance.

“I am always moved by the support from the celebrity community,” says Show Me the Way foundation executive director, Tashawnya Menefee. “We have worked with new celebrities every year and we also have some that have supported us again and again. I’m just thankful that they have a heart for our foundation and the children affected by HIV/AIDS that the foundation was created to assist.”

News of the upcoming celebrity kids fashion show has Atlanta buzzing after supermodel Cynthia Bailey (RHOA) hosted a model call on July 1^st for additional talent to accompany the celebrity children in the show. Over three hundred children ages 5-18 came out to audition for the chance to strut alongside the offspring of some of their favorite celebrities.  Menefee says she loves that the children participating are privy to an authentic production, and it has helped many of them find an inspiration to pursue modeling. “We have Runway Red alumni doing major productions and getting booked for commercials and productions in NY, etc.,” she states proudly.

Celebrity confirmations continue rolling in as the Runway Red staff prepares for a major production in less than thirty days. Title sponsor African Pride Dream Kids Hair Care is excited at the momentum building in the city and looking forward to being a major part of the program this year. “Our contribution has increased significantly since the last year and we have some surprises in store for the audience and of course the children participating this year,” says Charlene Bastien, Strength of Nature National Marketing Director/African Pride Dream Kids Hair Care.  “This show is going to be one to remember and as a brand we want to continue to support the community we serve.”  

The 2012 Runway Red: Safari Wonderland celebrity kids fashion show will take place at ZOO Atlanta, located at800 Cherokee Avenue SE, Atlanta, GA 30315 on Saturday, August 11, 2012 at 7pm.   For updates on the upcoming 2012 Runway Red: Safari Wonderland or for more information on Show Me the Way Foundation, visit: www.showmethewayfoundation.org.

For  media inquiries please contact: 

Runway Red/ Show Me The Way Foundation:

Christal Jordan, Enchanted PR 678-499-0297 or press@enchantedpr.net. 

African Pride Dream Kids Hair Care:

The Garner Circle PR

Nicole Garner - pr@thegarnercircle.com

Eugenia Johnson - ejohnson@thegarnercircle.com

About Show Me the Way Foundation:

Show Me the Way Foundation (SMTWF) is a non-profit organization that provides mentoring and positive group activities for youth infected with and affected by HIV/AIDS and other terminal health issues. Under the leadership of founder Tashawnya Menefee, the foundation’s goal is to instill confidence, perseverance, leadership, and practical knowledge by uplifting spirits and providing positive guidance and advice to the youth served by our foundation. www.ShowMeTheWayFoundation.org

About Dream Kids:

Relaxed or Natural, regular use of African Pride Dream Kids Olive Miracle products detangles, improves manageability and controls frizz while  gently protecting her delicate hair and sensitive scalp to help silken, soften and moisturize all day long. Strength of Nature®, proud makers of the ALL NEW & IMPROVED African Pride® Dream Kids Olive Miracle re-launches the trusted brand that helps moms start right with products that offer manageability, and protects their little one's delicate hair and scalp. Visit www.African-Pride.com and click on Dream Kids.