Photos: First Annual Fairways & Highways Golf and Bike Weekend Atlanta June 2009
July 3, 2009
Celebrities including Lisa Raye, Chrisette Michele, Chef G. Garvin and Terance Mathis joined first annual “Fairways & Highways” Celebrity Golf and (Motorcycle) Bike Weekend in support of the fight against Domestic Violence
Shock Theory Interactive Inc., a marketing communications agency, merged the greens with the pavement as they aligned the most unlikely demographics sharing in a common interest – philanthropy with a twist of luxury. Luring in the best in golf and bike riding for the first event of its kind, Shock Theory presented the first annual “Fairways and Highways” Celebrity Golf and Bike Weekend in Atlanta, GA June 25th – June 27th.
The weekend fused luxury using viral platforms to raise awareness and commitment for this years cause – domestic violence. “With recent occurrences in the news and the alarmingly high number of domestic acts across the country, we decided to unite an unlikely audience and thrust the epidemic into their hearts and minds while packaging it in a medium that will leave a lasting impression,” stated Fairways and Highways visionary -Sonja Williams.
The series of events launched with the Terance Mathis Celebrity Golf Outing- former star wide receiver for the Atlanta Falcons and Pittsburgh Steelers on Friday, June 25, 2009 at the Celebrity International Golf Club in Tucker, Georgia owned by NBA Star Julius Erving. A private, VIP only reception took place the day before for the golf outing. The second event in the series was the signature “Summer Tour De Luxe” – A dramatic mix of arts and entertainment, embedded into a sea of people, live music and alluring atmosphere on June 26th hosted by acclaimed actress LisaRaye McCoy Misick. The series finale concluded with the White Glove Charity Bike Ride leaded by TV One’s celebrity Chef G. Garvin.
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Atlanta – Women’s Empowerment Summit Focuses on Black Women’s Total Wellness
June 30, 2009
Women’s Empowerment Summit Focuses on Black Women’s Total Wellness
The Extreme Makeover For the Woman’s Soul (EMFWS) Empowerment Summit and Wellness Retreat will be held on July 17-18, 2009 in Atlanta , in part as a fundraiser for the Center for Black Women’s Wellness. Organized by Jireh Communications Group, the EMFWS event is a comprehensive, holistic approach to addressing key issues that affect the total well-being of women.
With the growing number of Black women in the workplace, the prevalence of domestic violence in the African American community, and health issues including heart disease and AIDS, this event will focus on work/life balance, career advancement and coping strategies. Reflecting the message that well women win, the theme is “Winning in the Game of Life.”
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Catch the Buzz at PowerNetworking “Success Runs In Our Race” June 25-27th Atlanta
June 24, 2009
Dispatching Buzz team to PowerNetworking 2009 Conference “Success Runs In Our Race.” Follow the Buzz
FraserNet, Inc.’s PowerNetworking Conference is known for attracting top talent from the African-American business community. As in previous years, the 2009 conference will take place in Atlanta. Workshops, panels, National Town Hall Meeting, and networking will all happen from June 25-27 at the Marriott Marquis in downtown Atlanta. Confirmed appearances include Ed Gordon, Marc Morial, Les Brown, Dr. Julianne Malveaux, Bev Smith, and other well known experts, speakers, and luminaries. Sponsors include Ford, Home Depot, Delta, Dell, Pitney Bowes, Coca Cola, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Chick Fil-A, and other major companies.
To enhance PowerNetworking’s audience engagement, FraserNet consulted with networking and audience engagement veteran Yalanda Lattimore from Sistributions Internet Media, webmaster and editor of DryerBuzz.com. With over 20 years of experience in engaging niche audiences, Yalanda Lattimore, top strategist at Sistributions, devised a goal oriented plan addressing key components and concerns of African Americans in bringing FraserNet’s audience to networking in real time.
“I am truly delighted to work with Sistributions in bringing our twenty year mission online with social media. Yalanda provided a strategy from which we can build while at the same time address our immediate need to launch a program adaptable to the various technology levels of our audience.” says George Fraser, Chairman & CEO of FraserNet Inc.
PowerNetworking 2.0 “Succeeding Through Tough Times” will be clear and help to foster stronger relationships. Both those in attendance as well as viewing through social networking tools will take away a their own unique experiences and a wealth of information. “Our strategy for FraserNet’s PowerNetworking Conference was to deploy networking tools, such as Twitter and Posterous, which allow for quick adaptability and utilization while at the conference,” says Yalanda.
Sistributions will present a unique demonstration during the opening of the conference as well as provide “social networking” concierge service. DryerBuzz.com will also provide on-going coverage over the three day conference.
More information about the 2009 PowerNetworking Conference and registration visit PowerNetworkingConference.com or follow the buzz @PowerNetworking | @DryerBuzz . The Conference keyword or tag is #powernetworking and #frasernet.
Conference Agenda
Thursday, June 25, 2009
8:30am – 5:00pm Registration
11:30am – 12 noon Ribbon Cutting, Libations & Exhibitor Showcase Opens
12 noon – 1:00pm PowerPlenary Jeff Johnson (Cousin Jeff)
“Why Success Runs In Our Race”
1:30pm – 3:00pm Les Brown’s “Speaker Showcase”
3:30pm – 5:00pm PowerPlenary George Fraser & Veronica Conway
“Clicking Through Black Mastery” & 30 Second Soundbite Contest
5:30pm- 6:45 pm Welcome Reception & Affinity Networking with Corporate Executives
7:00pm – 9:00pm Town Hall Meeting – Open to Public
“Our 10 Point Economic Recovery Plan for Black America”
Moderator: Ed Gordon, Panelists: Rev. Jesse Jackson, Marc Morial, Roslyn Brock, Dr. Ron Daniels, Dr. Robert Watkins, Keith Wyche, George Curry
9:30pm – Midnight Speed Networking @ The Pulse Club with Dr. Joel Martin & Kym Yancey
Friday, July 26, 2009
8:30am – 5:00pm Registration & Exhibitor Showcase
9:30am – 11:00am PowerEvent
“Elevator Pitch” Olympics: Your Business Idea in 2 minutes”
Moderator : Kym Yancey, Judges: Tommy Dortch, CarterDrew, Jock Smith, Anita Williams, Bob Donaldson
11:30am – 1:30pm PowerLuncheon
“Salute To Phenomenal Black Women”
Co-Hosts: Emma Fraser Pendleton, Dr. Joel Martin, Lisa Nichols. Honorees: Julianne Malveaux,Dr. Barbara King, Janice Bryant Howroyd, Bev Smith, Leona Davenport, Teresa Hairston
2:00pm – 3:30pm Workshops
Youth Program; Finding The Leader in You; Dr. Farrah Gray
Caught Between A Dream and A Job; Delatorro McNeal
Grow Any Business Idea in 90 Days; Andrew Morrison**
The Wealth Mindset That Creates Millions; William Patterson
Career Killers You Must Avoid; Keith Wyche
Web 2.0: Do-It-Yourself PR By Getting Found Online, Part 1; Peggy Duncan
Brand and Market Yourself Like Your Life Depended On It; Gerry Foster
Lead, Follow or Get Out of The Way; Emma Fraser Pendleton
4:00pm – 5:30pm PowerPanel
“The Impact of the Economic Crisis on Diversity and Inclusion”
Moderator: Dr. Roosevelt Thomas, Panelists: Keith Wyche, Reggie Williams, Mary Frances Winters
6:00pm – 8:00pm Dutch Treat Dinner with Workshop Presenters
8:30pm – Midnight PowerNetworking at The Pulse Lounge
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Saturday, June 27, 2009
8:30am – 5:00pm Registration & Exhibitor Showcase
9:30am – 11:00am PowerPanel
“How the Web, New Media & Social Networking Are Impacting Your Business, Career & Life: New Moves in a Tech Savvy World”.
Moderator: Darrell Miller Panelist: Brent Leary, David Bullock, Jomo Bellard, Dwight Miller
11:30am – 1:30pm PowerLuncheon “BrainShare Auction” with Gerry Foster, Entrepreneur of the Year Awards
2:00pm – 3:30pm Workshops
Youth Program: How to Write Your Own Ticket in College and Beyond Delatorro McNeal**
Web 2.0 Do-It-Yourself PR By Getting Found Online. Part 2; Peggy Duncan, Pam Adams
Selling for Black People: Think You Can’t? Learn How…Now!; Delxino Wilson deBriano
The Networking Tools and Practices That Turn Contacts Into Contracts; Kym Yancey
Making Money Online; Andrew Morrison, Brother Bedford
How To Lead a Rich Life in What You Think is a Poor Economy; William Patterson
Swim With The Sharks Without Getting Eaten Alive: Corporate Career Strategies For Challenging Times; Emmett Vaughn, Eugene Kelly
Unlock Millions in Government Contracts Through Strategic Alliances; Dan Sturdivant & Lanona Sykes
4:00pm – 5:30pm PowerPlenary Rev. Dr. Otis Moss Jr.
“This Is Our Moment: Show Up, Stand Up and Succeed”
6:00pm – 8:00pm Dutch Treat Dinner With Presenters
8:30pm – Midnight Closing Party “Old School Reunion” with Video DJ Ellonzo Hanks
** DryerBuzz Attending Items In Bold
More information about the 2009 PowerNetworking Conference and registration visit PowerNetworkingConference.com or follow the buzz up to the minute with @PowerNetworking | @DryerBuzz . The Conference keyword or tag is #powernetworking and #frasernet.
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Listen to critcs if you want; miss Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen and you’ll be mad
June 24, 2009
Take it from a bot virgin, Transformers 2 was excellent. The funny part for me was watching the faces in the theater. Surprised my 13 year old with midnight tickets opening day. My normal movie day is Friday at noon as I can’t stand the crowds. Omg were there crowds and lines galore. Of course we got out tickets at Fandango, allowing us to bypass the ticket line. However so did everyone else. We still had to stand in line just to enter the individual screenings.
Once inside, the very hyped crowd came to pin dropped silence as the previews faded to black. I was trying to get comfortable enough to tweet then doze off – but the sea of cult like faces, mostly males of ALL ages mixed with a few moms, wives, and girlfriends, made me want to wait and see more.
Two and a half hours later I wanted some more. Play it again Sam. Excellent movie. Shia LaBeouf is brilliantly funny with a nice switch up in his method. Certainly not bad on the eyes. Ramon Rodriguez and John Turturro were just off the freaking chain. Tyrese Gibsonwith his few lines and multitude of facial expression will get himself a role – what’s up with that brother? Do your thang. He brings the sexy as always.
Speaking of sexy. The tweets have taken Megan Fox straight to the gutter doing her a great disservice (I think). She held her own. You go girl.
No spoilers, but I’m still laughing and hearing the explosions. Coming out of the theater at 2:41 AM, was expecting to see a bot or two or world domination. They plugged “President Obama,” whereas the President escapes the madness like all presidents leaving the people behind.”
Lastly, why am I hearing this morning about racial undertones – forgetaboutit! Stop the madness. Put your money where your mouth is – just all over the place.
We don’t dish out stars. Excellent is about the best we can say without throwing the Michael Eric Dyson like thesaurus at you. Let it be enough that as stingy as I am with money, know that I’m too busy trying to find the new Optimus Prime action figure, video game, etc to go under the Christmas tree.
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Entertainment mogul Tyler Perry Among Those to be Honored at Covenant House Annual Awards June 24
June 15, 2009
Atlanta – In Atlanta, 1 in 4 of the city’s youth ages 16-21 lives in poverty. Each year over 18,000 people, (mainly women, teens and young children) are trafficked into the United States for the purpose of sexual exploitation or forced labor.
On June 24, 2009 Covenant House Georgia will host its second Awards Luncheon, honoring distinguished individuals and organizations who are dedicated to the quality of life of the homeless youth in Atlanta at The Loudermilk Center in Downtown Atlanta from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm. These honorees provide hope, promise and opportunities for today’s youth. They represent unconditional love, respect, service, advocacy, and family in the community. They are the Voice for the Homeless.
This year we are presenting The Youth Photography Project with “The Voice of Homelessness” award, Ms. Patrice Coleman with “The Volunteer of the Year” award and entertainment mogul Mr. Tyler Perry with “The Philanthropist of the Year”.
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Kevin Hart Live at the Punchline Sun June 11 thru 14th
June 12, 2009
punchline.com – Presents Kevin Hart – It’s an myATLevents takeover – He walks into a room and the atmosphere immediately changes. Awed by his immodest warmth and sex appeal, the conversation lowers to buzz, the barometric pressure rises and the air grows thick with anticipation and want. Kevin has appeared in the following films. “Paper Soldiers”, “Scary Movie” 3 and 4. “Soul Plane”. “Not Easily Broken” as well as many others. Hart is a fixture on Comedy Central. Kevin Hart is electrifying. Stardom radiates from him like a New York billboard as he lights up the stage and side swaps his audience with his unique comedic humor. Undaunted by his chances of being accepted on the “tough” comedy circuit, Kevin debuted on amateur night at a Philadelphia comedy club. The audience welcomed him into their hearts and Hart was hooked. Kevin quit his job as a shoe salesman for an athletic shoe store chain and began chasing his dream of becoming a star. Comedy swims through his bloodstream right along side red and white cells.
Thursday, June 11, 2009 8:00:00 PM
Friday, June 12, 2009 8:00:00 PM
Friday, June 12, 2009 10:00:00 PM
Saturday, June 13, 2009 7:00:00 PM
Saturday, June 13, 2009 9:00:00 PM
Saturday, June 13, 2009 11:00:00 PM
Sunday, June 14, 2009 8:00:00 PM
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Ed Hartwell, Joe Johnson, Chef Keith Kash, Canton Jones, Chef Rick Anthony Real Men Cook® (Rmc) For Charity Atlanta on Father’s Day
June 10, 2009
Atlanta Hawks Guard, Joe Johnson, Mayor Shirley Franklin, And Real Housewives Of Atlanta’s, Ed Hartwell To Join Real Men Cook’s Fathers Day Celebration
Atlanta, GA – Real Men Cook® (RMC) For Charity Atlanta, the largest and longest running Father’s Day Celebration, will be held on Sunday, June 21 at the Georgia Railroad Depot next to Underground Atlanta from 3-6 p.m. Food, fun and family will be the order of the day as more than 100 men serve up culinary delights for nearly 3,000 guests. Entertainment includes R&B artist, Canton Jones, Case, Wanda Trent Phillips and Antonio Allen of Five Men on A Stool.
RMC Atlanta 2009 sponsors include State Farm, WSB-TV Family 2 Family Project, Waffle House, Georgia Power, Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Where Magazine and Federal Home Loan Bank.
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DryerBuzz and thePitchBlast.com Presents – TW-ATL – Twit Training – Launching a Successful Twitter Campaign
June 10, 2009
Atlanta, GA – As a business owner, you have no time to twitter and manage social networks – unless launching with a proven strategy. Join us for a hands-on small group session where you’ll learn from your business perspective. We’ll launch your twitter and social network strategy to building your first successful online campaign. We’ll guide you to increasing word of mouth and instant traffic for your business.
Spend two hours with us, Friday, July 10, 2009 in the thePitchBlast Boardroom, CityView, 3330 Cumberland Blvd., Suite 500, Atlanta, GA 30339 and learn to automate the process to keep up with customer demand using the most popular communication medium.
To Be ”Consumer’s Choice,” You Have To Twitter?
Did you know you can leverage your brand on twitter to receive more enhanced visibility than
- running radio commercials
- placing classified ads
- and enjoy a better click thru ratio than email campaigns
We’ll show you how to:
- Launch a strategy to filter twitter as a real time communication application specific to your business
- Filter twitter for potential customers in your target audience and area of service
- Filter twitter to monitor competition
- Interact with a network beyond followers who become customers and increase word of mouth for your business
- Automate networking strategy and a launch a campaign
Your Instructor – Y. Lattimore @DryerBuzz
- Networking veteran with over 15 years building audiences and unique brands
- Consultant to traditional media sources, popular radio personalities and businesses
- Editor of DryerBuzz.com, one of the first and longest running daily blogs for women
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Dispatched Buzz Team: New America Media Hosts National Ethnic Media Expo & Awards June 4-5
June 3, 2009
The nation’s largest coalition of ethnic news outlets meets in Atlanta
NAM holds its National Ethnic Media Expo & Awards. The two-day event will feature the NAM National Ethnic Media Awards, the unveiling of NAM’s state-of-the-art emergency risk communication system, a discussion of NAM’s historic poll of immigrant women, the release of a new poll on the growth of ethnic media and a myriad opportunities for professional development training, networking, and more.
New America Media (NAM), the nation’s largest coalition of ethnic news outlets, in partnership with the University of Georgia Grady College of Journalism & Mass Communication; representatives of ethnic media outlets from around the country; and sponsors including CNN, COMCAST, KAISER PERMANENTE, THE AMERICAN RED CROSS, COCA COLA, THE KNIGHT DIGITAL MEDIA CENTER, AARP.
DryerBuzz.com will dispatch the buzz team and if available, secure a table at the expo. Spread the buzz.
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Taste of Sandy Springs May 30 on the Sandy Springs Circle
May 29, 2009
Taste of Sandy Springs to Serve Up Food to Satisfy Every Taste
More then 30 restaurants will be serving up fare that ranges from fine and exotic dining to down home cooking sure to please and satisfy every appetite at the 3rd Annual Taste of Sandy Springs on Saturday, May 30th on Sandy Springs Circle.
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