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VOX DJs & VOX Entertainment wrap-up on my other blog

By Joy A. Kennelly

Just posted a wrap up of the VOX DJs & VOX Entertainment 25th Year Anniversary Celebration on my personal blog which you can read here: www.thejoywriter.typepad.com

Enjoy the read!:)

Happy to announce Mike Lesner got into BusinessWeek with my help!

By Joy A. Kennelly

I always feel good when people I think deserve publicity receive recognition. My new friend Mike Lesner is no exception. I had a media op come across my desk I thought was perfect for him and alerted him to it.

He thought the same and ta da! We made it happen.

Here's the fruit of our labor- a feature in Business Week: Encore Careers: 16 Success Stories

I did tease him about getting new pix on his 96 foot yacht just in case you were wondering about the huge phone. LOL He's got a great sense of humor though and totally laughed along with me. I'm just happy he's getting recognition for what he does because he's a great guy.

Oh, and don't try to add him on Linkedin. He's so inundated with requests he can't respond to everyone. Don't take it personally, that's just the way he rolls.:) 

Have a good one! Just felt like sharing the good news here.

Joy Kennelly updates - VOX DJs, #Hermosa Beach City Council Elections, #LA Fashion Week, etc

By Joy A. Kennelly

I have been slammed pulling together the pieces of VOX DJs/VOX Entertainment's 25th Year Anniversary party in a month which is why I haven't been blogging much here. Writing, editing, and preparing press kit materials takes time and am happy to report - this PR effort is almost finished!

I just posted a blog showcasing some of VOX career highlights for your reading and viewing pleasure here: www.thejoywriter.typepad.com

If you're at all interested in attending their 25th Year Anniversary Celebration this Saturday, November 14th, please RSVP asap as space is limited and we're nearing capacity. It's going to be a blast - an evening of memories and music!

Here's the invite I wrote with all the details:

As we celebrate the

25th Anniversary of VOX DJs and VOX Entertainment,

Thank you for making us a success!

 Shawn Sedlacek & KC Campbell invite you to

A Night to Remember

VOX Celebrates 25 Years!

Featuring

Shawn's band "Run 4 Cover"

DJ+Drummer duo "DJ Raw Styles vs. Kaumyar"

Past and Present VOX DJs performances

 8:00pm

Saturday, November 14

Manhattan Country Club

1330 Parkview Avenue

Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

 Upscale Beach Attire

Free admission, Cash bar

 RSVP to: Annie McAllister 310.535.5510 ext 301 or annie (at) thevoxgroup (dot) com

In addition to promoting this event I was also stumping politically on my blog for two Hermosa Beach Candidates, Jeff Duclos and Howard Fishman, helping prepare for a huge Family Fall Festival, and attending numerous LA Fashion Week events which I was also writing up.

My candidates were elected, I saw some amazing fashion (still have to cover the most amazing designer of them all - Kevan Hall) which you can read highlights on my personal blog: Pure, Unadulterated Joy. The festival was also a hit.

So, now back to job hunting. If you hear of any opportunities in public relations, digital marketing or speaking engagements, please let me know!

Hope to see you Saturday!

Blogging: What's the Story? - I'm ready for more speaking engagements!

By Joy A. Kennelly

Spoke this morning to a Women in Biz group over this interesting site called Blitztime which is an online networking site like nothing I'd ever experienced. I spoke for 20 minutes on Blogging: What's the Story?  to over 40 business people which was exciting. 

They seemed very happy with the information I presented which made me feel good to have helped. Here's the official description in case you missed it and would like to have me speak to your organization or group too. I tried to post it last night, but my computer protection system was eradicating a virus and prevented me from doing so.

Blogging: What’s the story?    

Ever wondered what the big deal about blogging is? How it can help your business? Increase your Search Engine Optimization and profile on Google and other search engines?   This session will explain:

·        what a blog is

·        what types of blogging platforms are available

·        how to get started blogging either personally or with a professional writer

·        the importance of linking when blogging

·        and other tips of the trade to gain visibility, expert status, increase your reputation and business while developing a following with blogs as examples.  

Join professional Blogger/Marketing Specialist, Joy Kennelly, as she teaches from her blogging expertise. She has blogged about fashion, entertainment, architecture, lifestyle, new media and travel for over five years for clients such as the Los Angeles Convention & Visitors Bureau, The Shore Restaurant & Lounge, Long Beach Lobster Festival, and VOX DJs, among others.

As a Travel Writer, she has covered four-star hotels, food & wine festivals, tech conferences, Big Sur, political events in DC at the Inauguration and locally in Hermosa Beach.

It's been a long day, but hope you'll also read my personal blog: www.thejoywriter.typepad.com for highlights of some of the LA Fashion Week shows I attended. I still have a few more to write up, but haven't been feeling well enough to do so. 

I'm better now though and plan to wrap everything up this week. Thanks for reading!

VOX DJs & VOX Entertainment 25th Year Anniversary Party November 14, 2009

Very excited to announce my final client, VOX DJs,  is celebrating their 25th Year Anniversary with VOX Entertainment on November 14, 2009 at the Manhattan Country Club.

It's an invite only affair for past and previous clients, but will open up to the public on November 1 in a very limited fashion. All the details are below. Enjoy the read!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                                                                                                                                                                For More Information: Joy A. Kennelly

310.714.2077

joykennelly (at) gmail (dot) com

 KC CAMPBELL OF VOX DJS & SHAWN SEDLACEK OF VOX ENTERTAINMENT, MANHATTAN BEACH ENTREPRENUERS, TO CELEBRATE 25th YEAR ANNIVERSARY AT MANHATTAN COUNTRY CLUB IN MANHATTAN BEACH, CA  SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2009 from 8:00pm – 12:00am

 Manhattan Beach, CA KC Campbell of VOX DJs, and VOX Entertainment President, Shawn Sedlacek, the founder of VOX DJs, will celebrate their 25th Year Anniversary at Manhattan Country Club in Manhattan Beach, CA Saturday, November 14, 2009 from 8:00pm – 12:00am. In 1984 at the age of 12, Shawn Sedlacek started VOX DJs as a hobby which quickly grew into a successful business under his direction.  In 2008, VOX DJs was purchased by its most tenured DJ/MC, KC Campbell.

            Over the past quarter century VOX DJs has performed at over 10,000 events including national and international private parties, corporate events, conventions, college and university functions, wedding celebrations, as well as, holding in-house "residencies" at some of LA's finest nightclubs, restaurants and lounges.

VOX DJs is a member of the American Disc Jockey Association (ADJA) and prides itself on a high level of customer satisfaction for their professional DJ staff, entertaining MC’s, and distinctive musical stylings. CEO/DJ/MC KC Campbell and Sales & Marketing Manager, Roderick Gaerlan aka “DJ Raw Styles,” continue the legacy of VOX DJs as a powerhouse DJ/MC entertainment company known locally and world-wide; they are currently a Bank of Manhattan’s “Celebration of Entrepreneurship 2009 Awards” nominee.

Recent awards presented to VOX Entertainment include: Event Marketer Magazine Top 100 Event Agencies 2009, Special Events Magazine 50 Top Event Companies 2009, Promo Magazine Top 100 Agencies 2009, and Top 50 Rental Companies 2009.

Manhattan Country Club is located at 1330 Parkview Avenue, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266. Ticket reservations are available to Manhattan Country Club Members now. A limited number, on a first come, first serve basis, will be open to the public on Nov 1.  More information on the 25^th Year Anniversary Celebration will be available soon here: www.manhattancc.com Media inquiries: Joy A. Kennelly, 310 714-2077 or joykennelly (at) gmail (dot) com

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Passion Revealed & Kevan Hall Fashion Shows, Hermosa Beach City Council Candidate Jeff Duclos

By Joy A. Kennelly

For those of you curious why I enjoy fashion so much, my AA degree is in Fashion Merchandising and for many years I worked in retail supporting myself through college.

I also attended numerous fashion events while attending the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising before switching over to El Camino College to complete my degree. It's also one "business" experience where it's fun and a celebration to be female and feminine.

There is so much to write about regarding Passion Revealed which showcased numerous Asian designers with exquisite work, the after-party at the Cooper Building, and last night's Kevan Hall show.

Met and saw some great people too.

Recognize this handsome gentleman? Mike Lesner and I sat front row center for Passion Revealed which was a lot of fun.

I promise to write more soon, but right now have to dash off to work with VOX DJs' CEO/MC/DJ KC Campbell on promoting their 25th Year Anniversary party on November 14, 2009, attend Hermosa Beach City Council Candidate Jeff Duclos' open house, and am still waiting on images and information from the publicists before writing my grand wrap-up.

Trust me, it will be worth the wait. The fashions this weekend were stunning. Kevan Hall especially. Although some other designers from Friday night might be nipping at his heels now. One in particular. However, their styles are very different and won't compete in the same realm.

Although same level of sophistication.

Okay, that's all. Gotta run.

LA Fashion Week covereage of Louis Verdad, Julia Y Renata, and others live

By Joy A. Kennelly

Just finished my blog coverage of LA Fashion Week Downtown shows on my personal blog: Pure, Unadulterated Joy. Enjoy the read.

It's been a very busy week. Working for CrossRoad Ministries during the day, fashion by night. That's why I took tonight off. We're very busy prepping for the big Family Fall Festival because over 800 people are expected to descend on the campus for an alternative to the traditional Halloween.

I'm updating all the marketing materials which has been fun, but draining because I'm having to wrap my head around everything they've got going on in a very short time in order to meet the deadlines. I'm enjoying it very much though and learning new design skills - it's all good.

More samples for the portfolio! Gotta run. Another busy day tomorrow.

LA Fashion Week 2009 highlights coming soon

By Joy A. Kennelly

If anyone is interested in reading my coverage of LA Fashion Week events, please click over to my Pure, Unadulterated Joy blog.

I have five shows to write up from last night including one of my favorite LA designers, Louis Verdad, Photo Credit Stefhan Gordon

The Fashion Angel Awards Emerging Designer Show hosted by the City of Los Angeles and the Department of Cultural Affairs

and SkinGraft

at the Geffen Contemporary, MOCA

and will let you know when it's available in case you're interested.

Thanks for reading!

Surfrider 25th Anniversary Gala raised $150k! Incubus, Pearl Jam & Actor David Chokachi honored

By Joy A. Kennelly

May I just say I love my life? Now if I could fund the fun, or find a full-time job doing what I love it would be all good. LOL

In any case, wanted to share the wonderful 25th Anniversary Surfrider Foundation fundraiser myself, and two of my friends, Angelique Chacon and Erica Forrette, volunteered for this past Friday evening.

We had the best time! Here's a little photo essay of our time there:

Always happy to find new gardens in Los Angeles and never knew this one existed until we showed up to volunteer at the California Science Center's Wallis Annenberg Building.

This is what it looked like when we arrived. There was a "blue" carpet in honor of the occasion.

We all were given assignments and wore t-shirts with this insignia on the front. They were rather cool as t-shirts go, but I just wish for once there were female style t-shirts since I hate how I look in men's t-shirts. Almost makes me not want to volunteer any more I hate them so much! LOL

We had a great time manning registration though. Got a chance to meet all the artist's whose work was on display and a lot of the VIP's in attendance too. Everyone was so nice and friendly it really made the night fly by.

I was able to meet Shaun Tomson which was fun since I had just read his book. We also met Erin McAlister of Tiny Seven Jewelry who was showcasing her necklaces she makes with sand from beaches all over the world. Her brother died of cancer and in his honor she and her family set up a scholarship for the New Jersey Surfrider chapter. Isn't that nice?

I convinced her to walk the carpet since her story was so compelling and as a thank you she gave us all a necklace from her collection. This is Erin and Shaun Tomson's brother. (Isn't he funny?:) Thanks Erin!
Here's a link to all the artist's work up close and personal on surfline.com. I love fine art and grabbed these shots before everything got rockin' and rollin' to share with you too: Later when I went back to capture the auction in action, I couldn't even get in the room it was so packed. That made me feel good because all of us had really encouraged people to take paddles to bid on the art. I like to think we helped create a bigger buzz as a result.:)

"In conjunction with the gala, the Surfrider Foundation held its third installment of the popular "Art For The Oceans" auction series.  The live art auction featured twenty-five iconic waves interpreted by some of today's most celebrated artists (twenty-five in all) including Shepard Fairey, Thomas Campbell and Richard Pettibon and raised nearly $100,00 for the Foundation."

(From the official Surfrider Publicist, Alexis Henry. She and I took PR classes together at UCLA Extension. So happy Alexis is working for Surfrider since she is really good.)

After the show I was covering the art auction pick ups and met the funniest guy, Randy Hild of Quiksilver/Roxy. What a great sense of humor! Here's him goofing around with one of the pieces of art from the evening.

L-R Kerry O'Bryan, Randy Hild, Artist (whose name I thought was David Lloyd, but don't think that's right - if you know, tell me!) and guest

Kerry O'Bryan is with Shoshana Wayne Gallery and anyone in the art world knows this is a very prestigious gallery in Los Angeles located at Bergamot Station. I believe she's also a surfer. 

Phil Roberts work was also showcased. You may remember him from the Hermosa Beach Surf Memorial Fundraiser event last year. I blogged about it here.)

Our registration table was stationed in front of the Fuel stage which gave us an bird's eye view of who they were interviewing. Here's some highlights. You will be able to view the entire Surfrider Gala on Fuel November 23, 2009.

Host, Mark Hoppus from Blink 182   This guy was one of the few surfers I recognized from a surfing movie screening, but his name escapes me. (Anyone know?)

There were many world class surfers in attendance. We all had a chuckle over the fact that for a surfer to get dressed up means wearing a flannel shirt and new sneaks. We counted seven guys wearing flannel before we stopped.

Very cute guys can wear whatever they want in my book!:)

Baywatch Actor David Chokachi was up for a Surfrider Foundation's Keepers of the Coast award for his work as a Surfrider spokesperson. Pearl Jam and Incubus were honored as well due to "their significant contributions towards helping Surfrider Foundation fulfill its mission of protecting our world's oceans, waves and beaches."

Here's one of the official pix from the actual event courtesy of Surfrider Foundation. From the official press release, “Our 25th anniversary gala brought together activists, musicians, artists, supporters, staff, and board members,” says Surfrider Foundation’s CEO Jim Moriarty (he's wearing the light blue shirt and dark blazer and is standing next to Brandon Boyd of Incubus and David.)  “It was great to see so many different people coming together and ‘plugging in’ to our mission and celebrating where we have been and where we are going.”

  It was fun to see Ronald Reagan treated favorably.:)  

Co-Host of E!'s The Daily 10, Sal Masakela, was on hand and very friendly. What a nice guy. I grabbed a shot with him later too. Forgot to introduce myself, but maybe he'll read my blog. Hi Sal!:)

Audrina Partridge of The Hills was there too which made some people wonder, but hey, she's supporting

 

the beach! Give the girl a break.

Here's a link to Wireimage where you can see all the celebs who showed up in support. Super Model Carolyn Murphy was also there. Apparently Surfrider does this type of celebrity gala only once every five years...Sorry you missed her guys.

Over 600 guests partied throughout the night. We were assigned the VIP section afterward and bumped into my bud, Shawn Sedlacek, and his date near the turtle in the bamboo enclave. Apparently VOX was doing all the production and lights for the event. Shout out to Shawn!:)

VOX DJ's, my client who used to be a subsidiary of VOX, will be celebrating their joint 25th year anniversary with VOX on November 14th at the Manhattan Beach Country Club. More details coming.

Erica bumped into her old boss, Mike Matey, from Quiksilver who is an absolute riot too. I think Quiksilver must be a great place to work if these guys are any indication.

The evening concluded with a rocking performance by Camp Freddy.  Joining core members Dave Navarro, Billy Morrison, Matt Sorum, Donovan Leitch and Chris Chaney on stage were Sum-41’s Deryck Whibley, Evan Seinfeld from Biohazard, Sugar Ray’s Mark McGrath, and 2004 Keeper of the Coast recipient Perry Farrell, who brought the house down with an amazing rendition of Led Zeppelin’s 'Whole Lotta Love.'"

   
And now from the official press release: "The money raised from Surfrider Foundation’s 25^th Anniversary Gala will assist the organization with several new campaigns and initiatives that are set to launch in 2010."

The Surfrider Foundation's 25th Anniversary Gala was made possible by Brita Filter For Good and Barefoot Wine.

About Surfrider Foundation The Surfrider Foundation is a non-profit grassroots environmental organization dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of our world’s oceans, waves and beaches.  Now in its 25^th year, the Surfrider Foundation has grown from a small group of dedicated surfers in Malibu, California to a global movement made up of over 50,000 members and 90 chapters worldwide.

For more information visit  www.surfrider.org.

Surfrider 25th Anniversary party coming soon

I will write it up soon. I just need a break having written two today which take hours. Thanks for popping by. You can read my LA Fashion Week coverage of Fashion Palooza on my personal blog here.