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February 2008 - Issue
82
The Mikel Marketing e-Newsletter is a FREE, online newsletter
that comes out on the 1st of every month listing business
news, high-profile parties, openings, exclusive events,
both locally and nationally; our recommendations of outstanding
seminars, workshops and readings focus on improving skills,
furthering professional and personal growth & development.
who are we?
Headed by Mimi Dinh, Mikel Marketing is an award-winning full
service public
relations and events production company with services such
as promotion, event coordination, fashion
show production, advertising, marketing, public relations,
graphic design, and website design. To learn more about us,
check out our website at www.mikelmarketing.com.
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Subscribers and clients alike continue to rave about
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Asia Houston Network hosted a New Year Networking Reception on Jan. 9 at the Museum of Fine Arts , Houston . The purpose of the event was to introduce the new Arts of Korea gallery and to recognize the local Asian media for their important roles in the community. Co-sponsors of the event were the Asian-American Bar Association and Asian Press Club . Randy and Sue Sim were event chairs. Special guests included Chinese Consul General Qiao Hong , Japanese Consul General Tsutomu Osawa , State senator John Whitmire , Newly elected City Council Members Yolanda Jones and James Rodriguez , and Harris County Judge Ed Emmett .
Asia Houston Network is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 2002, to help build cultural bridges between Asian-Americans and other groups in Houston . AHN accomplishes this goal by offering educational events, workshops and networking events. Annually Asia Houston Network awards scholarships to qualified college students.
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from top organizations
Houston Organizations Unite for the
Third Annual Business Networking Reception
Houston , TX – January 28, 2008 – Over sixteen Houston organizations and business support groups gathered for the third annual Business Networking Reception. The mixer was held at LEVEL Nightclub & Lounge on January 17, 2008 and was attended by over 400 guests. |
Organizations represented included Asian Chamber of Commerce, Asia Society-Young Professional, Asian Pacific American Heritage Organization, Galleria Chamber of Commerce, Greater Heights Area Chamber of Commerce, HASHOO Foundation, Houston Citizens Chamber of Commerce, Houston West Chamber of Commerce, Houston Minority Business Council, Intown Chamber of Commerce, North Houston Greenspoint Chamber of Commerce, South Asian Chamber of Commerce, Taiwanese Chamber of Commerce of Greater Houston, Texas Trade Council, Pakistan Chamber of Commerce and Vietnamese American Chamber of Commerce of Houston.
“This has been a fantastic evening. It was a remarkable opportunity to foster business opportunities and cultivate professional relationships,” said Yuki Rogers.
The reception was organized by Faisal Amin , Yuki Rogers and the Mikel Marketing Team. MEGA Energy , Jim Benton of Houston, LLC , Yellow Magazine , BIZ Radio Network , Houston Chamber Alliance and LEVEL Nightclub & Lounge sponsored the Event. The success of the reception has sparked plans for a bigger reception next year. To view a video clip from this event, click here http://www.techxans.com/2008/17chambersnetworking.htm
For more info about how to be involved in next year's networking event,
please send an email to
faisal.amin@ttc-us.com or 281/324.0934
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SpotLight
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Yuki Rogers
a beautiful person inside out
Today's givers are not satisfied with just writing checks; they are making sure their donations generate the right social returns. Generosity is fashionable again, where the socially-conscious and the wealthy donate their money and time in unprecedented amounts to address major social problems. The majority of the new wave of philanthropists is characterized by their determination to be deeply involved in the causes they choose to support, rather than just writing a check. Yuki Rogers is a prefect example of this.
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Her name is synonymous with volunteerism. Yuki Rogers is a beautiful person - inside out. Not only she's a knock-out (voted by H Texas magazine as Houston's 25 Most Beautiful People ), she also has a big heart. Yuki is so well-known in the community that everybody knows her on a first name basis. She became interested in volunteering and was active in many organizations working for improvement in education, promotion of art & culture, and peace. She doesn't just sit on the board of many organizations ( Asian Chamber of Commerce, Asia Society, Japanese Association of Greater Houston, Asian American Family Service , to name a few); she actually gets involved in the planning and execution of many fund-raisers, seeing it through from beginning to end. Yuki was born and raised in Japan, and considers herself Japanese, although her mother is part Russian. Yuki went to college in San Diego, California, and came to Houston in 2000 as a result of her late husband's work transfer. Although Yuki travels often, she considers Houston home because of her fulfilled personal life here, enriched with friends and meaningful community work. In 2005, Yuki was selected as a recipient of Houston City Volunteer Award.
A typical day in the life of Yuki involves attending committee board meetings, grabbing lunch to catch up with friends, and going to galas in the evenings, where she's either honoree or event chair. When she comes home at night, she can be found at her computer replying emails, typing up meeting agendas or planning upcoming events. A self-professed night owl, Yuki goes to bed way past midnight, exhausted but content. She wouldn't have it any other way. According to Yuki, “everyday is a blessing; everyday is a good day for me.” Yuki Rogers can be reached at yrogers@yahoo.com.
1. You are so actively involved in the community. Which organization is closet to your heart and why?
It is hard to pick just one organization close to my heart. I have such fun and great relationships with many of the organizations and people I deal with. However, I am Asian so I love to promote our Asian culture and work with the Asian charities.
2. What is the most rewarding thing about volunteer work?
Ever since I moved to Houston, I have met so many positive, fantastic people who lifted my spirit up. Meeting nice people and helping their organizations grow is a rewarding experience. When they tell me that their gala was a success and they hit their financial goals, it makes my day.
3. What is the most challenging thing about being involved in so many activities?
You always think of how you can help others and tend to care about yourself last. My new year resolution is to be little bit more selfish about my own time and start doing more for myself.
4. If you could change one thing about the world, what would it be?
Now, I don't want to sound like Mother Teresa here, but if God would grant me one wish for this world, I will take out the word and action called “Violence”.
5. You seem very fashionable. What is your style?
I like any clothing that fits snuggly to my body. My girlfriends call me a “clothes psychic”. When I go shopping, I can hear some clothes scream out my name and ask me to take them home. It sounds weird but that is how I pick my clothes and I am almost always a happy customer. I don't stick with specific brands.
6. Of all the places you have traveled to, where is your favorite and why?
I have been to over 20 different countries, but it is hard to say which one is my favorite. There are always great memories about each country. I enjoy mingling and talking to the people from all over the world. My late mother was like a city ambassador to my hometown and through her actions, she taught me how to be fair and respectful to other cultures. When I travel, I always look forward to talk eye to eye to the local people, try their food and understand their tradition, customs.
7. What are your future plans?
My future is open and flexible. I do not have any personal agendas at this time, though I would love to do more traveling this year. Also, it has been over seven years since my husband passed away from a tragic accident, so someday I would love to find a loving, caring relationship. More than anything I am so grateful that God gave me this beautiful life and thank you to Mikel Marketing for this opportunity to speak about my personal life.
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new year festival
Information taken from www.chinatownconnection.com
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Come out and celebrate the Year of the Rat .
Activities : Dragon Lion Dance, Lots of Food, Fortune Telling, Traditional Arts and Crafts, Asian Heritage Tour, and More! When : Saturday, Feb. 9th, 2008;
10 AM - 4 PM
Where : Chinese Community Center 9800 Town Park Houston , TX 77036 ( map )
For more information, please call
713/ 271.6100
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what are the women who wine up to now?
 Slated for March 28, 2008 , the “OFF THE CUFF ON YOUR EAR” fund-raising event will feature an evening of glamour and fun as guests peruse jewelry in a silent auction that they have collected from famous celebrities throughout the country. Imagine wearing cufflinks that may have belonged to Brad Pitt or your wife's dawning earrings that may have graced the ears of Meryl Streep!
To be held at South Shore Harbour Resort & Conference Center in League City , the evening will include three special live auction items such as wine country tours or a set of handcrafted wine glasses from Tiffany. They have selected a nationally known and highly regarded beneficiary: Make a Wish . SPONSOR OPPORTUNITIES . Greater Exposure For Your Business
When: March 28, 2008 - 6pm till 9pm
Where: South Shore Harbour Resort and Conference Center - 2500 South Shore Blvd., League City , TX
For more information, please contact Event Chairpersons: Jayne Gillis 281/ 334.1638 Office; 713/703.5409 Cell; Marcy Fryday 281/ 474.5811;
Bonnie Lem 281/ 474.5875 Office; 281/ 910.0488 Cell.
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jacuzzi built for two
information taken from www.citysearch.com
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Head to the hair salon and manicure station, or splurge on an invigorating facial or bath therapy session. Dip into the delicious Rose Nourishing Bath , or the Strawberry-Mango Skin Exfoliation . Tense muscles will benefit from a skillfully executed massage: try hot stone, underwater, or the popular anti-cellulite massage with algae powder. Well-trained technicians equal customer comfort and repeat business. Whether you want to get your hair done, relax in their spa, or get your make up done for that special day, they are the salon and spa for you! Come in, relax, enjoy, INDULGE yourself.... Visit their website for details. |
2951 Chimney Rock Road, Houston , TX 77056. Phone: 866/ 436.9157.
Cross Street : Bosque Street. Specialties: Day Spa, Manicures & Pedicures, Massage. Hours: Tue-Fri 9am-7pm, Sat 9am-6pm.
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career day 2008
Exhibit Information Sheet & Registration Form
CAREER DAY HOUSTON 2008
Presented by The Fashion Group Foundation of Houston
Wednesday, February 13, 2008 8:00a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
The Hilton University of Houston Hotel
4800 Calhoun Street Houston , Texas 77204
How to get ready
Display space - $100 Bring brochures, signs, handouts, business cards or any visuals to promote programs or merchandise. This cost includes 6' table (please bring your table cloth), one lunch and fashion show. Additional lunches for booth workers may be purchased for $16. Remember that you are networking with Houston 's fashion professionals and potential fashion leaders of tomorrow!
How to get set
Exhibitors may begin their setup on February 13 th as early as 7:00 a.m. and be ready for participants by 8:00 a.m. The students will be free to check out the exhibits during regis tra tion, one of the 3 workshop sessions, break times, and especially during lunch.
Let's go!
The Hilton University of Houston Hotel is located on the main campus of the University of Houston at 4800 Calhoun Street , Houston , TX , 77204 , just south of downtown. From I 59 or I 10, take I 45 South. From I 45 S, exit Spur 5 south (Exit 44B). Make a right at University. The Hilton is the first building to the left of the Visitor Information Booth. Parking for exhibitors will be in the parking garage attached to the hotel. There will be a $ 6 fee for parking in the garage.
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Registration must be received by mail or fax by February 6, 2008. Limited to 20 exhibitors only, so book your space early!
Mail this part with $100 payment to:
The Fashion Group Foundation of Houston, Inc:
Carlton Hall, Inc.--Fashion Group Foundation
11391 Meadowglen Lane Suite F
Houston , TX 77082
281/497-0883 FAX 281/497-5534
Careerday@wt.net
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michael bublé
Date: March 1
Time: 8PM
Where: Toyota Center ,
1510 Polk St. , Houston , TX 77002 |
Canadian singer with boy-band looks harks back to the golden age of Frank Sinatra and Bobby Darin.
Toyota Center is proud to welcome Michael Bublé to Houston on Saturday, March 1 . Bublé, known for his modern interpretations of standards from a variety of eras, is performing on his third major concert tour of the U.S. This show will be a special theatre configuration with limited seating so buy your tickets now and don't miss your chance to see this Grammy-nominated artist as he brings his irrepressible spirit, engaging humor, and confident charisma to the Toyota Center concert stage in March.
Group sales are not available for this event. |
Ticket Prices: $49.50, $65.00, and $85.00
For more information visit http://houstontoyotacenter.com/ or call 1 866/4.HOUTIX (866/446.8849), TDD: 1877/ 820.0008
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To-die-for pizza
Written by: Duke Au
Photos by: Duke Au
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When two discriminating gourmands, Tri & Mimi Dinh , flying in from Houston for a weekend of serious culinary indulgence in Los Angeles , we naturally ensconced them to the most coveted table in all of North America. At any given time of day, it seems just about every foodie worthy of his/her salt would invade Pizzeria Mozza like pilgrims flock to Mecca. The small, modern and intimate local haunt is located smack in the middle of posh Melrose side of LA. This latest collaborative effort between Italian uber chef Mario Batali and baking wunderkind Nancy Silverton sets a radical new precedence in restaurant universe everywhere: to always provide consistently premium ingredients at reasonable prices and to treat each patron like royalty. What an outlandish concept! |
The moment we slipped through the imposing Tuscany wooden door, we had entered a quaint trattoria somewhere downtown Florence . The Place at once suffused warmth and lively atmosphere that was accentuated with alluring aromas of fresh herbs and bread. Contemporary bossa nova and jazz music swayed the crowd to a steady rhythm of merriment. Deep red color wall and varnished wood panels added a cozy feel to the small place. The bustling open kitchen behind a long granite lunch counter that featured a large wood burning oven provided thrilling entertainment.
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To start, we immediately placed order for two pizzas: a fennel sausage and an Oregano Salame that included hot chili and mozzarella. While waiting for the ethereal pies to be fired up inside a large, open wood burning oven, we jammed the table with assortment of antipasti. The mussels al forno with Calabrian sauce ($12) came out hot and steamy in a medium size bowl. Its succulent aroma at once induced saliva to drool and we responded like mad dogs chasing after a meat truck. Whatever juice remained we soaked it with crunchy crostini bread.
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Up next, bone marrow al forno ($12) came out along with chicken livers, capers, parsley & guanciale ($8). Like magic, these items disappeared faster than the waiter could clear the plates. Unlike its cousin duck liver pate, these spreads served on crunchy crostini were rather thick and coarse with firm texture and a mild flavor that hinted something akin to Chianti.
Still not enough, the tour de force of gastronomic exploration continued with Silverton's fame farmer market fresh Tricolore with Parmigiano Reggiano & anchovy dressing ($14), plus baby peppers with tuna ($12), and Saturday special lamb stracotto ($20). Even at the best epicurean grocer, we could never find such garden fresh endive and lettuce like this. A slight trace of anchovy in a perfectly balanced dressing made the satisfying salad a dish onto itself. By now, everything had been spot-on and exceeded all expectations till we tasted the fork tender braised lamb in light tomato sauce. A mere bite into its profoundly flavorful chunk and the whole mantra of Pizzeria Mozza condensed to this: food here was cooked with lots of love by mom. The figurative 'mom' is Nancy Silverton. Her uncompromising standard for the aesthetic and purity was on display in full force.
We learned from the waiter that the dough required 3 days to prepare and properly ferment. The miraculous result was nothing short of absolute divinity. First of all, the blistered bubbles and smoky flavor from the almond woods used in the open brick oven made the crust both chewy tender and crackling crisp at the same time. Deconstructed to its bare essence, the pizza contained only a thin layer of cheese and salami and few specks of dried oregano and splashes of nutty olive oil. Nothing extraneous to distract its sensual simplicity, and that core Zen approach to making gourmet pizza and everything else on the menu the sole reason why millions cult-like followers would retrace their footstep to this delicious Mecca time and again.
Pizzeria Mozza - www.mozza-la.com <http://www.mozza-la.com/> - 641 N Highland Ave , Los Angeles , CA - 323/297.0101
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unveiling commerce towers – greener on all sides
The view from atop Downtown Houston's high-rises is getting a beautiful and eco-friendly makeover. People debating on moving to downtown can now see the city through green-tinted glasses. Commerce Towers is changing this misconception of the “concrete jungle” with green initiatives transforming the downtown landscape. People are realizing that the grass can be greener on all sides.
As the demand for greener lifestyle options increases, cities across the country have begun to develop programs that not only enhance biodiversity, but also visual appeal. The Houston Downtown Management District's recently launched Vertical Gardens Matching Grant Initiative is intended to support landscaping on building walls, parking garages and sidewalks in downtown; improving not only the overall look, but also air quality and insulation.
According to projections by Woods & Poole Economics , the Greater Houston region is expected to grow substantially within the next 20 years, adding an estimated 2.66 million people. An increase in Houston's size and population will amplify the need for additional green spaces in order to combat greater levels of pollution.
While the Vertical Gardens project serves as a stepping stone, several buildings in downtown are taking their own initiative to lessen environmental impact. Commerce Towers is the only high-rise in Houston with its own Nicklaus design putting green on its rooftop pool terrace, which cuts down energy costs by absorbing sunlight that would otherwise heat the building directly. Hines Interests is also planning to add green space to the roof of their new office building which can be seen from Commerce Towers.
“There is no program in Houston for putting greenery on the tops of buildings. We are all doing that on our own as responsible corporate citizens,” said Patrick Frese, Executive Vice President of Commerce Towers. “I think people would be surprised at how much greenery we have on our rooftop and at how many other buildings nearby are adding rooftop gardens as well.”
A green roof isn't the only isn't the only eco-friendly element of Commerce Towers as its convenient downtown location provides residents with greener lifestyle options as well. Urban architects argue that high density populations create the need for greener and more efficient public services and mass transit systems. In addition to luxury onsite amenities and close proximity to major city landmarks, businesses, entertainment venues and restaurants, residents of Commerce Towers also enjoy easy access to the METRO rail and downtown tunnel.
Commerce Towers also offers residents a bird's eye view of Downtown Houston's urban face-lift, which has included the renovation of Main Street Square , Bayou Place , Minute Maid Park and more recently, the Houston Pavilions and Discovery Green Park. The Houston Pavilions , scheduled to open in the fall of 2008, will transform four city blocks into a distinguished center for business, retail and entertainment in downtown. Discovery Green Park , a recreational area opening March 2008, will feature lush gardens and promenades, and facilities to hold community festivals and performances.
Designed by legendary Houston architect, Jesse H. Jones, the Commerce Building has been a prominent component of Houston's downtown skyline since 1928. Today, the rehabbed and renovated Commerce Towers offers an elegant alternative to downtown high-rise living. With over 50 unique floor plans ranging between $400,000 and $2.1 million, their sophisticated, spacious and fully finished condominiums provide a stable foundation unparalleled by most homes.
As Houston continues to “go green,” Commerce Towers stands out as not only downtown's choice residential, luxury location, but also as an integral part of Houston's past and greener-looking future. Marketed by Tarantino Properties and a project of Premiere Living, the Commerce Towers is located at 914 Main Street . For more information, visit www.CommerceTowers.com |
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go green, wear green
Information taken from http://www.entrepreneur.com/hotcenter
Whether it's fashion-forward, eco-chic or conscious clothing, one thing is certain: Green apparel is hot . Bo Breda, academic director for fashion design at The Art Institute of California, San Francisco , agrees: "Green clothing will be more and more a part of ordinary life choices for everyone. Each process, each material used is being looked at with new eyes."
Organic cotton debuted first--and remains the biggest seller. Organic Exchange expects the organic cotton industry to hit sales of $2.6 billion in 2008. A 2006 Organic Trade Association survey pointed out that "organic nonfoods are still emerging as a category"--which means lots of fresh opportunity. "Developments in fiber science have been explosive lately," adds Breda , so clothing designers are increasingly looking to other natural fibers like bamboo, soy and corn . While fabrics become more accessible, brands are becoming more aware of their environmental impact. Big names like H&M, Nike and Target now carry green apparel lines, but there's still room for entrepreneurs, too.
One entrepreneur reaping the green harvest is Callie Smith , 26, who launched Envi , a Boston boutique that carries only green apparel and accessories, in 2006. Though starting Envi required more research than a conventional boutique and meant limited green designers and apparel lines, "today we turn them away," says Smith, projecting $500,000 in 2007 sales.
As Ursula Stahl, the 26-year-old co-founder of Envi, points out, "It's unlimited--to the point where nongreen is going to be passé." |
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Houstonians are I invited to preview Discovery Green, Houston'snewest urban park, for a spectacular evening of jazz Featuring Al Jarreau, La Mafia, Scott Gertner and more!on Saturday, March 1, 2008. The Park will host a free concert saluting Robert ‘Doc' Morgan of Houston's High School for Performing and Visual Arts (HSPVA). Morgan will be joined by a talented group of HSPVA alumni performing in the beautiful outdoor amphitheater at Discovery Green.
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‘One for Doc' Discovery Green's Park Preview Concert
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6:00 PM, Saturday, March 1, 2008
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Discovery Green, 1500 McKinney in Downtown Houston, located across Avenida de las Americas from the George R. Brown Convention Center and the Hilton Americas Hotel.
Performers
The concert will begin at 6:00 p.m. on the amphitheater stage with jazz performances honoring HSPVA's Dr. Robert Morgan , who served as director from 1976-1999. Local headliner Scott Gertner will serve as emcee as a stellar group of musicians will take to the stage to perform a tribute to their beloved director.
The entertainment will continue with a performance by La Mafia , an exciting Latin Music band whose members grew up in Houston and have earned four Grammy Awards.
The evening's headliner is seven-time Grammy Award winning artist, Al Jarreau who will delight the crowd with his unique blend of jazz, pop and rhythm and blues.
Admission
Free and Open to the public.
Editors Note
‘One for Doc' is an opportunity to preview Discovery Green and enjoy live music. The official park opening will occur in April, 2008, with a Houston Family Day at the park. The date of the April event is pending.
About the Discovery Green Conservancy
The Discovery Green Conservancy is a private, non-profit corporation formed to purchase the land, design, build, and operate an urban park on property located across the street from the George R. Brown Convention Center in downtown Houston . The Conservancy and Mayor Bill White announced the 11.78-acre park development in October 2004, and acquisition of the land was concluded in December 2004. The $122 million park project is expected to be complete in April of 2008.
For additional information, please contact: Claudia Morlan 713/ 524.0661 or claudia@elmorepr.com
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information taken from www.unicefusa.org
www.childadvocates.org
MISSION
The United Nation's Children's Fund ( UNICEF) does whatever it takes to save a child. The leading children's organization in the world, UNICEF's programs include immunization, health care, HIV/AIDS prevention, nutrition, clean water and sanitation, emergency relief, child protection, and education. ABOUT
UNICEF was founded in 1946 to meet the emergency needs of children in war-torn Europe, China , and the Middle East . By 1950, UNICEF's mandate was extended to address the problems of children in the developing world. In 1965, UNICEF was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. Today, UNICEF works in 155 countries and territories throughout Asia, Africa, Latin America, the Middle East, and Eastern and Central Europe offering humanitarian assistance to children and their caregivers to assure their survival and protection during periods of crisis, war, and natural disaster. GIVE
Why give to the US Fund for UNICEF? With its decades of lifesaving expertise, its global supply network, and its reach spanning more than 155 countries and territories, UNICEF provides a unique safety net for the world's children. It is the organization best equipped to help children survive and thrive—country by country.
For more information, please visit http://www.unicefusa.org
Fundraising/Donation Information please email kturney@unicefusa.org
Volunteer Information please email nherpin@unicefusa.org
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say good-bye and fly
Information taken from http://www.latest-gadgets.info/flyclear-card
For information, please visit www.flyclear.com
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All of us who have been on a plane know about how long you have to wait before you can board because of the annoyingly thorough check-ups you have to pass before you can go on your trip. But from now on you can leave all those controls behind thanks to the new Flyclear card . And it only costs $99.95 a year and the fee for TSA of $28. To get one, you have to go to a Clear center and present two official identification cards. Then you have to take a photo and give them your biometric information. They suggest that you should have a US passport , but foreign people are welcomed to. So now you can eliminate the stress from your plane trips, not worry about those hidden pierces and miss a lot less planes. The Flyclear has already been put into function but for very few airports like Orlando , San Jose and JFK and the service is not available all day long. But there are plans to expand this technology. |
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end of season deal
When: Now in progress
What: 20-75% OFF all merchandise
Where: 2609 Greenbriar #1 (off Westheimer between Kirby & Shepherd) For more information, please call 713/521.9911or shop online at www.shopfrock.com
New spring frocks arriving soon! !
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hot wine trends for 2008
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Whether sealed with a cork or a screw cap, consumers can't get the tops off of wine bottles fast enough. Continuing its popularity, wine has gone mainstream and is being sipped, savored and outright guzzled at such a rate that by 2010, the U.S. could actually uproot France from its perennial seat as the world's largest wine consumer, according to the Wine Market Council. "The explosion of the culinary category and the employment of more effective marketing strategies have made the market fruitful and the opportunities ripe, says wine consultant Michael Green <http://www.michaelgreen.com/> . And the rise in direct-to-consumer wine sales and online sales is also creating buzz. According to Deborah Brenner, author of Women of the Vine, "There are many opportunities for entrepreneurs to get involved by providing necessary tools for wineries, such as shipping and fulfillment centers, software tools, e-commerce tools, etc." Cameron Hughes founded San Francisco-based wine-trading company, Cameron Hughes Wine <http://www.chwine.com/> , in 2001. By buying small lots of wine in bulk from high-end producers, eliminating middlemen, cutting his own costs (he doesn't own a single tank or barrel) and selling to Costco Wholesale Corp., Hughes, 36, has been able to stake his spot in the flourishing $10 to $15 bottle category and will grow sales to a projected $20 million by June 2008. |
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Mikel Marketing is proud to announce that its President, Mimi Dinh , has been selected to be listed in the 2007/2008 National Association of Professional and Executive Women (NAPEW) registry of “Women of Excellence.”
The 2007/2008 edition of the registry will include biographies of our country's most accomplished, as well as up and coming women in business, and is an excellent source for networking. Recognition of this kind is an honor shared only by thousands of professional and executive women throughout America each year. Inclusion is considered by many as the single highest mark of achievement.
This registry can be viewed on-line by visiting www.napew.com
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“On behalf of Hope Initiative, we like to congratulate Mikel Marketing on their 8th-year anniversary! Without professionals like them, Hope Initiative would not be able to be recognized for all the great work we have done in the past several years! Keep up the great work and we wish you great success in the years to come.”
Theresa Luong,
Vice President - Hope Initiative
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“The future of disposable materials is biodynamic – or ‘cradle to cradle' as architect Bill McDonough calls it: waste is a flaw of design .”
R. Paul Herman, Fast Company
February 2008
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