BRAND Media Releases
BRAND Marketing Founder/CEO Virginia Martino Selected as Panelist for
“Brand Like a Rock Star” Seminar
Martino Joins Dollar Loan Center CEO Charles Brennon and “Brand Like A Rock Star” Author Steve Jones for Business Symposium Presented by CBS Radio’s KXNT NewsMaker Series
(Las Vegas, Nevada) October 4, 2011 – Virginia Martino, Founder and CEO of BRAND Marketing is honored to be a part of “Brand Like a Rock Star” business seminar and Steve Jones book release on Friday, October 7th, 2011 at the Hard Rock Hotel.
An extension of Jones’ popular blog, his book “Brand Like a Rock Star” – is a fundamental read illustrating how marketing techniques used by artists such as KISS, AC/DC, and Jimmy Buffet applied to a struggling business can lead to increased success. Ideal for business owners, and marketing professionals alike, the publication brings encouragement in a rebound economy.
Presented by CBS Radio’s KXNT NewsMaker Series and hosted at the Hard Rock hotel, the seminar aims to enlighten and inspire creative ways to market a business more simply and effectively. Topics covered include the best techniques to utilize your customer base, launch a product successfully, avoid common mistakes, and to create an overall powerful brand.
Martino joins, Jones and Charles Brennon, CEO of Dollar Loan Center, as panelists for the seminar, sharing tips and personal experiences for creating a market campaign unique to one’s business needs and goals.
Martino on the effectiveness of the book, “Steve’s correlation to Rock Stars is the ideal ingredient to becoming legendary. Successful brands create dynamic cultures, legions of fans and transcend the Status quo. BRAND’s experience with our clients’ brand-building strategies and applications align with Brand Like a Rock Star — we live, breathe and bleed the philosophy because it works!”
The event will be held at the Hard Rock Artist Hall in the Hard Rock Hotel starting at 4pm on Friday, October 7th, tickets are available through the Hard Rock Box office by calling 800.473.7625.
Steve Jones has been in the marketing and branding industry for over 27 years, with a focus on the radio broadcast industry.
The KXNT NewsMaker Series brings together business leaders and listeners on a variety of pertinent and current developments and events in business.
About BRAND Brand is a full-service marketing, public relations and advertising firm, specializing in effective brand development, positioning, and public image management. www.brandltd.com
A.R.T. evolution’s “Summer Showcase” Features Artist Mitchell Todd & Accessory Artisan Stella Vittorio
(Las Vegas, NV) June 28, 2011- A.R.T. evolution continues building awareness for some of Las Vegas’ most talented artists, this quarter focuses on the colorful music-themed artwork of Mitchell Todd and the accessories by design maven, Stella Vittorio, works will be on display through September 2011.
Several pieces from Mitchell Todd’s “Rock and Roll” series will be displayed throughout Building B- identified as DLC Empire in Corporate Center, headquarters of The Odyssey Lifestyle and Brand marketing, producers of A.R.T. evolution.
Handbag and accessory Designer Stella Vittorio will showcase a variety of pieces from her exclusive line of handmade goods. InStyle Magazine & Handbag Designer 101 named Vittorio as a finalist in the Best Green Handbag category for the 2011 Independent Handbag Design Awards competition and she was recently featured in the Las Vegas RJ Image Fashion section. Her statement-making accessories are crafted from unique materials such as carpet samples, repurposed belts and upholstery leather.
A.R.T. evolution will host the popular, private “Meet the Artist” reception on Thursday, July 14th, from 6-9 pm. Art enthusiasts interested in attending this exclusive event may contact Pam Cirulli at 702.257.2345 or pam@brandltd.com.
Brand is located in Corporate Center at 8860 W. Sunset Road, Suite 200 in Southwest Las Vegas, just off the 215. www.brandltd.com http://www.facebook.com/A.R.T.evolutionlv
About Stella Vittorio Stella Vittorio is the founder and chief atelier of the Stella Vittorio Collection, a Las Vegas based custom design accessory manufacturer established in the spring of 2006. Her signature Collection of hand-crafted purses, clutches, and handbags features an Eco Line of green accessories created from recycled materials such as carpet samples, belts, and upholstery leathers. Vittorio is a finalist in the Best Green Handbag category for the 2011 Independent Handbag Design Awards competition presented by InStyle Magazine & Handbag Designer 101. Her handbag was one of 1,200 entries submitted in the annual competition. www.stellavittorio.com
About Mitchell Todd Mitchell Todd is a talented artist meddling in acrylics, oils, and mixed media to create colorful awe-inspiring, and sometimes controversial, works of art. While serving our country in the Air Force, Todd spent many years in Europe, where he gathered inspiration from cultural experiences. Currently, a Fine Arts major at the University of Nevada- Las Vegas, Todd has received numerous awards and accolades for his artwork. www.mitchellbuckner.com
CASA Presents Southern Nevada Chapter with the Communications Contest-People’s Choice Award at National Conference
Las Vegas Based Firm- BRAND Wins with Creative Design for 30th Anniversary Whose Life Will You Be Apart of ? Campaign
(Las Vegas, NV) April 21, 2011 - The Court Appointed Special Advocate Association (CASA), a nationwide non-profit providing support and training for volunteers who are court-appointed to defend children staying in loving foster homes, unveiled the winners of the first-ever National CASA Communications Contest at the recent National Conference. The People’s Choice Award was presented to the Clark County - Southern Nevada Chapter for the 30th Anniversary poster after receiving the most votes of the 56 submissions.The innovative and heartfelt photo mosaic features a smiling young girl composed of thousands of images of actual CASA volunteers, board members, judges, caseworkers, foster parents and other friends of the CASA program. Paul Rippens, Executive Creative Director at Brand worked closely with CASA committee members in Nevada to develop the poster.
The award-winning image was crafted by the creative team at Las Vegas based Brand, a full-service marketing, public relations and advertising agency. The image created initially for the Chapter’s 30th Anniversary poster was so well received by the local board and event chairs that it was translated into other elements for the anniversary campaign including; save the date cards, invitations, eblasts and brochures.
Additionally, the image was converted into an interactive photo -video during the formal gala, where roving paparazzi captured photographs of attendees. Guests were awed to watch their image being infused into the billboard sized video poster throughout the evening.
Fabian M. Vincent, 30th Anniversary Chairperson who has worked closely with Brand over the years, recruited the talented team to provide their services in support of the anniversary.
Committee member, Judy Tudor, is credited with the slogan “Whose Life Will You Be A Part Of ?”, reinforcing the importance of CASA volunteers acting on behalf of thousands of helpless children in need throughout the country. Hosted in Chicago, Illinois, the conference brought together individuals from across the country to discuss improvements to their program in order to better serve the children, staff, and volunteers who make this organization such a success.
A.R.T. Evolution Kicks off 2011 With “Celebrations” exhibit
Exhibit Highlights Abstract Artist Yoko Kondo Konopik and Jewelry/Accessory Artisan Chris Vabre
(Las Vegas, NV- Spring 2011) A.R.T. evolution a Las Vegas Gallery opens 2011 with the announcement of their spring event “Celebrations” which highlights the award winning works of abstract artist Yoko Kondo Konopik and Jewelry/Accessory Artesian Chris Vabre, which runs thru April 2011.
Over 20 pieces of Konopik’s work, including numerous “Best of Show” winners, will be displayed throughout Building B- identified as DLC Empire in Corporate Center, headquarters of The Odyssey Lifestyle and Brand, producers of A.R.T. evolution.
Joining these paintings will be an exclusive collection of one-of-a kind pieces, hand-crafted by Vabre. This will be the inaugural showing of Vabre’s cdesign collection.
A.R.T. evolution will host a “Meet the Artist” reception as part of a joint affair with Corporate Center’s “Party in the Park”, a Mardi Gras-themed event commemorating the one-year anniversary of the highly successful professional business and medical park developed by Stable Development.
The invitation only event is scheduled for Tuesday, March 8th, from 5-9pm. Those attending A.R.T. evolution’s Meet the Artists event are also invited to enjoy the activities within the park.
Brand is located in Corporate Center at 8860 W. Sunset Road, Suite 200 in Southwest Las Vegas, just off the 215. Art enthusiasts interested in attending the private invitation-only reception may contact Pam Cirulli at 702.257.2345 or pam@brandltd.com.
About Yoko Kondo Konopik Yoko Konopik, a minimalist at heart, delves in her appreciation for simple lines, colors and forms. She is known for her use of colorful shapes and lines to tell stories through her abstract paintings. Born in China, she has lived in numerous countries, studying art in Paris and Tokyo before graduating from the University of Tokyo with a Bachelors Degree in Fine Arts. Since moving to the Las Vegas area in 1995, Konopik has been a consistent part of the art community participating in solo and group exhibition shows. In addition to her many exhibits in Nevada, Konopik’s works have been showcased all over the world including Indonesia and Egypt.
About Chris Vabre Chris Vabre’s artistic talents are vast- from scenic watercolor paintings -to original clothing, jewelry and accessory lines as well as collector dolls. Finding inspiration from textiles, metals and beads she crafts unique one-of-a-kind pieces. Mastering the art of crocheting, Vabre has transformed the time-honored craft with a modern flair creating pieces to be worn with today’s current trends.
About A.R.T. Evolution A.R.T. Evolution is a Las Vegas gallery that mounts exhibitions by contemporary artists who might not be on the radar screen but should be. Exhibiting an eclectic group of mediums and techniques by artists. Each collection is hung for an extended period of time at Corporate Center, a multi-unit medical and business complex, home of Brand, a world class marketing and PR firm, in collaboration with The Odyssey Lifestyle. The Odyssey Foundation a non-profit organization receives proceeds from the sale of the art. Sponsors include Vin Sauvage-boutique wine distributors, Divine Events, FIJI Water and Solar Printing & Graphics
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A.R.T. Evolution Provides Valuable EXPOSURE for LOCAL ARTISTS
(Las Vegas, NV- 2010) – The economy has hit the Las Vegas arts community hard, and artists are struggling to find a venue for their creations. One local organization is providing an alternative for these creative minds. A.R.T. evolution provides exhibit space within the offices of BRAND Ltd, a Las Vegas-based advertising and marketing firm. This 5,500 sq. ft. office space provides an unconventional location for artists to sell their work.
The program was developed through the Odyssey Lifestyle: celebrating the journey of fine living, founded by Virginia and Mark Martino in 2007. Twenty-five percent of event proceeds benefit the nonprofit Odyssey Foundation.
Costs can run $5,000 or more for artists to stage a show of this caliber by themselves. For A.R.T. evolution, BRAND handles all of the reception marketing, creative and public relations activities. A.R.T. evolution’s dedicated sponsors provide food, wine, beverages, printing and services. This leaves the artist free to focus on the solo-artist show.
“Print invitations, e-blasts, service staff, hors d’oeuvres and wine, these costs all add up,” said Debbe Sussman, creative consultant with partnering agency Art Creates. “Most artists don’t have the experience to organize such an exhibit, much less the financial means.”
Response to the exhibits has been positive from both the artists and the art connoisseurs. A.R.T. Evolution exhibitors have been very successful in selling pieces during the shows as well as signing commission pieces. On occasion, A.R.T. evolution will pair two artists, such as 2009’s third quarter exhibiter’s photographer Arthur Jacob and fusion glass jeweler Tracey Horowitz.
The Martinos select exhibitors based on recommendations from art curators, business associates and artists. Sensitive to the economy, the Martinos encourage artists to include pieces ranging from the hundreds to a few thousand dollars.
“Art space is definitely dwindling across the city,” said artist and former A.R.T. Evolution exhibitor Leslie Rowland. “We’re finding it more and more competitive to get our works shown in a venue like A.R.T. evolution provides.”
About A.R.T evolution A.R.T. evolution is a quarterly exhibition by contemporary artists who might not be on the radar screen – but should be. Exhibiting an eclectic group of mediums and techniques, each collection hangs in the corporate office of BRAND in collaboration with the Odyssey Lifestyle and the dedicated students provided by Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts Las Vegas. The nonprofit Odyssey Foundation receives proceeds from the sale of the art. Sponsors include Vin Sauvage-boutique wine distributors, Divine Event Productions, FIJI Water and Graphics West. Free of charge, the exhibit is open to the public Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., or by private appointment by calling 702.257.1520. www.odysseylifestyle.com