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    New York Produce Show’s Manhattan Retail Tour

    New York Produce Show’s Manhattan Retail Tour

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    We attended the following Retail Tour locations in Manhattan:

    Whole Food Markets: With around 350 stores nationwide today, the store first opened in 1980 in Austin Texas, with 19 employees .Known for its passionate and impeccably trained staff as well as its mission to sell fare trade,natural and organic items,the supermarket brought large grocery shopping to a new experience for consumers .

    Fairway Market: Fairway Market is a high –growth food retailer offering customers a differentiated one-stop shopping experience Fairway established itself a leading food retailing destination in the Greater New York City metropolitan area, with stores that emphasize an extensive selection of fresh ,natural and organic products, prepared foods and hard –to find specialty and gourmet offerings along with a full assortment of conventional groceries Fairway is headquartered in Manhattan.

    Grand Central Market: The Grand Central Terminal is a cornucopia of gourmet snack options ,including Eli Zabar’s,Ciao Bella Gelateria ,Murray’s Cheesecake,Joe Coffee, and even in a outpost of Junior’s , the famed Brooklyn restaurant known for its classic cheesecake.

    Gotham West Market: Located in the Hell’s Kitchen neighborhood ,Gotham West Market is an exciting destination that hosts eight artisanal food purveyors in an upscale food hall. Guests can dine at communal tables in the center of the market , at the individual eateries ,or order food to-go and enjoy their meal in the markets stylish and open seating area.

    Gourmet Garage : From a single store in Soho,Gourmet Garage expanded to five locations now serving Greenwich Village, Lincoln Square , the upper East Side and Carnegie Hill. Each store extends trademark high-quality ,meat,seafood,artisan baked local bread and pastry ,as well as friendly knowledgeable customer service , and award-winning catering .

    Eataly:A Unique food experience to entice the senses ,the Italian –concept eatery and gourmet market offers guests everything from exotic produce to imported pastas. The establishment houses two cafes ,five to-go counters and seven restaurants .

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    Food Media Luncheon at the New York Produce Show-Twenty Fourteen

    Food Media Luncheon at the New York Produce Show-Twenty Fourteen

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    Located in the media capital of the world, The New York Produce Show and Conference serves the interests of the trade by running a substantial media outreach program. The program has various aspects. One element serves financial journalists interested in the business of produce. Another aspect serves journalists with culinary, shopping or homemaking interests. A final element is an outreach to consumer influencers of non-traditional types, such as those who blog, tweet or maintain Facebook presences speaking about food, restaurants and how people should eat.

    The umbrella under which these media/consumer influencer programs function is called “Connect with Fresh.”

    At the center of the program is a Media Luncheon. In the past we have had keynote speakers such as Florence Fabricant, Sara Moulton, Maricel Presilla. This year, we are honored to host the noted author, John Mariani. By a fortuitous circumstance, pundit sister publication PRODUCE BUSINESS has a Contributing Editor — and noted author himself — by the name of Paul Frumkin. Paul is a CIA-trained chef and has known John for many years and so we asked him to fill us in about Mr. Mariani and talk to him about his take on today’s New York food scene:

    For the past 35 years, author and journalist John Mariani has traveled the world writing about food, wine, restaurants and culture. A columnist for Esquire magazine and Bloomberg News, Mariani has covered everything from the rise of nouvelle and American cuisines to the best pizza in Naples, the best barbecue in Texas and just about everything else that impacts restaurants. Over the last three decades he has been responsible for selecting the Best New Restaurants of the Year for Esquire, and for the past five years, he has written a wine column for Bloomberg News. He also publishes a weekly blog, Mariani’s Virtual Gourmet Newsletter.

    Called “the most influential food-wine critic in the popular press” by the Philadelphia Inquirer, Mariani began his writing career in 1973 with an article that appeared in New York magazine.

    Two fantastic sponsor companies, Frieda’s and Davik, were in attendance and making presentations and John Mariani Author and Journalist was the keynote Luncheon Speaker.

    4th Annual Global Trade Symposium at NY Hilton Hotel

    4th Annual Global Trade Symposium at NY Hilton Hotel

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    4th Annual Global Trade Symposium ,Presented by The New York Produce Show and Conference ,titled: Produce, Import & Export: The Disruption of Established markets.
    The Following Topics were discussed at The 4th Annual Global Trade Symposium:

    Responding to Disruptive forces in the convenience economy.

    Retail Disruptors.

    Food Service Disruptors:

    “Think Different “ working Luncheon : Comparing the US and UK markets- The Same or Different.

    Disruption at the Wholesaler level.

    How new technologies and new export markets are increasing the role of Mexico in the Global Produce Trade.

    Latin America opportunity Check.

    Direct importing :the promises and Pitfalls of Global Procurement Operations.

    See this and more right here in our World Liberty TV, Food and Wine Channel, by clicking here.

    The New York Produce Show and Conference at NY Javit Center and Hilton Hotel -Twenty Fourteen

    The New York Produce Show and Conference at NY Javit Center and Hilton Hotel -Twenty Fourteen

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    The Eastern Produce Council and PRODUCE BUSINESS magazine have once again joined forces to present an exciting world-class event for the industry. The three-day event includes networking opportunities, a trade show of over 400 companies, retail “thought-leader” panel hosted by Perishable Pundit Jim Prevor, educational micro-sessions and tours of the region’s vibrant industry, including the local retailers, wholesalers, foodservice distributors and urban farms and unique eateries.

    The program also includes an outreach to students and faculty at regional universities as well as distinguished culinary schools; a media immersion program involving print, radio, TV and online outlets, plus a “Consumer Influencer” luncheon and show tour reaching out to bloggers, consumer editors and those working with all forms of social media.

    Back by popular demand are two mini conferences for those who wish to come early and/or stay later. On Tuesday, December 2, the Global Trade Symposium will offer attendees the latest insights on produce importing and exporting to and from the Northeast Region. On Thursday, December 4, the Foodservice Forum “Ideation Fresh” will cover the role of produce in culinary innovation.

    Tuesday’s Opening Cocktail Reception and Wednesday’s events are free to representatives of buying organizations, including retailers, wholesalers, and chefs, menu-planners and procurement executives at restaurants and other foodservice operators.

    Other business types in the industry can purchase admission to the trade show and enjoy our Opening Night Cocktail Reception and Keynote Breakfast .

    “Celebrating Fresh” is the theme of our conference, and there’s no better way to start celebrating than to be in New York City on December 2-4, 2014.

    NY/NJ Councils 2014 Partnership Awards Gala at Cipriani Wall St NYC

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    The New York & New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council, Inc. (The Council), established in 1973, is a vital link between major corporations and minority business enterprises (MBEs). Each year, member corporations have reported billions of dollars spent with Council-certified Minority Business Enterprises. Serving the New York...
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    Pdn Photo plus International Conference and Expo in NYC

    Pdn Photo plus International Conference and Expo in NYC

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    The PDN PhotoPlus International Conference + Expo is the largest photography and imaging show in North America, attended by over 22,000 professional photographers and enthusiasts. Explore over 220 exhibits, see thousands of new products, attend over 80 conference seminars, keynote presentations, special events & much more.

    PDN PhotoPlus International Conference + Expo was founded in 1983 and has become the largest photography and imaging show in North America. The show offers the ultimate experience in photography, filmmaking and digital imaging. Over 22,000 professional photographers and enthusiasts from around the world attend this event to:

    Explore the exhibit hall featuring more than 220 companies all in one place
    See an inspiring array of photography, filmmaking and imaging products and services
    Discover everything from image capture and color management to retouching and storage
    Learn about cutting-edge innovations in digital imaging products and techniques from industry experts

    The show is held annually at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York City.

    PhotoPlus International Conference + Expo is brought to you by Photo District News (PDN), the award-winning monthly magazine for the professional photographer. Photo District News and PhotoPlus International Conference + Expo are apart of Emerald Expositions.

    World Liberty TV, Team was on hand to see the movers and the shakers of the Photo Plus World, and also see exclusive footage and pics of PDN PhotoPlus Monster Mash ,right here in our World Liberty TV.

     

    The Big Toy Book.com , The Holiday of Play Event

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    The Big Toy Book was developed by a team of moms and toy experts who know just how frustrating it can be to search online, bouncing from site to site, looking for that perfect toy or gift. Our goal is to inform influential consumers on all there...
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    Difference Matters Magazine’s Top Corporate Allies Diversity Gala

    Difference Matters Magazine’s Top Corporate Allies Diversity Gala

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    Dr. Lori Sokol, Founder & Publisher, Difference Matters Magazine, hosted the Gala.
    Panelists were : Loreen Arbus, President of The Loreen Arbus Foundation,
    Dara Richardson-Heron, M.D., CEO of the YWCA USA and
    Sam McClure, Vice President of the National Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC).

    WHO:
    • Dr. Lori Sokol, Founder & Publisher, Sokol Media Inc.
    • Loreen Arbus, President of The Loreen Arbus Foundation/Producer/Disability Rights Activist and first woman to head up programming for a major U.S. Television network.
    • Dara Richardson-Heron, M.D., CEO of the YWCA USA.
    • Sam McClure, Vice President of the National Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC).
    • Liz Abzug, Founder & President, Bella Abzug Leadership Institute.
    • Camilla Barungi, of “Project Runway” fame/entrepreneur/activist.
    • Linda Stein, artist, author, feminist, educator, intellectual, lecturer, journalist and philanthropist.
    • Lauren LoGiudice, Actress/Activist.”
    • Aryn Cole,” The Sisters Plotz”, “Ugly Betty”, “All My Children.”
    • Stacey Tisdale, Correspondent PBS “NewsHour.”
    • Lisa Ferber, co-star of the upcoming film “The Sisters Plotz”.
    • Wendy Diamond, Founder, Women’s Entrepreneurship Day & Publisher, Animal Fair Media.

    About Lori Sokol:
    Lori Sokol is one of the nation’s most influential writers and editors covering women’s issues, politics, business, and LGBT issues. A regular contributor to The Huffington Post and host of the Radio Show, “Work Life Matters with Dr. Lori Sokol” on 1490AM WGCH, she has written for The New York Times business blog, Slate, The Baltimore Sun, Women’s eNews, and several other publications. Sokol is a frequent guest on television, appearing on MSNBC, NY1 News, Fox News, WPIX News, and CNBC. Her book, The Agile Workplace and Workforce: The New Future of Work, was published by Working Mother Media in October, 2011.

    Exclusive interview with John Paul Dejoria co-founder of Paul Mitchell Salon hair care line-Twenty Fourteen

    Exclusive interview with John Paul Dejoria co-founder of Paul Mitchell Salon hair care line-Twenty Fourteen

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    John Paul Jones DeJoria is an American billionaire businessman and philanthropist best known as a co-founder of the Paul Mitchell line of hair products and The Patron Spirits Company.

    DeJoria entered the world of hair care as an employee of Redken Laboratories. He was fired from this position, he claims over a disagreement on business strategies. In 1980, he formed John Paul Mitchell Systems with hairdresser Paul Mitchell and a loan for $700. DeJoria also owns 70% of The Patron Spirits Company. The company is a premium tequila brand, and in 2011 they sold approximately 2,450,000 cases. Additionally, DeJoria has a business interest in the African oil industry through his holdings in Madagascar Oil Ltd.

    DeJoria co-founded the Patrón Spirits Company in 1989 and is a founding partner of the House of Blues nightclub chain and has interests in Pyrat Rum, Ultimat Vodka, Solar Utility, Sun King Solar, Touchstone Natural Gas, Three Star Energy, Diamond Audio, a Harley Davidson dealership, a diamond company (DeJoria), mobile technology developer ROK AMERICAS, the John Paul Pet company, which does hair and personal grooming for animals, and J&D Acquisitions LLC, the parent company for the Larson, Striper, Triumph, Marquis and Carver boat companies formed with Minneapolis-based investor Irwin L. Jacobs.

    Dejoria is a supporter of Food4Africa. In 2008, DeJoria traveled to sub-Saharan Africa to join Nelson Mandela in his efforts to help feed over 17,000 orphaned children through Food4Africa. In the same year his company Paul Mitchell helped provide over 400,000 life-saving meals for the children.

    T.J. Martell Foundation’s 39th Annual NY Honors Gala-2014

    T.J. Martell Foundation’s 39th Annual NY Honors Gala-2014

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    The T.J. Martell Foundation for Leukemia, Cancer and AIDS Research raised $1.6 million at the T.J. Martell Foundation 39th Honors Gala held in New York on Tuesday, October 21, 2014 at the legendary Cipriani on 42nd Street. The annual fundraiser is one of the most highly anticipated events of the season and honored John Paul DeJoria, Co-founder of Paul Mitchell Hair Products and Patron Spirits Company, Afo Verde, Chairman & CEO Sony Latin, Will Botwin, President & CEO, Red Light Management, Marsha Vlasic, President, Artist Group International and Hard Rock International.

    John Paul DeJoria received the Lifetime Humanitarian Award from Tony Martell, Founder & CEO of The T.J. Martell Foundation, Hamish Dodds accepted the Spirit of Excellence Award on behalf of Hard Rock International from Yoko Ono, Afo Verde received the Lifetime Music Industry Achievement Award from Latin superstar Chayanne, Will Botwin received the Visionary Leadership Award from singer/songwriter Ben Harper, and Marsha Vlasic received the Spirit of Music Award from recording artist Regina Spektor. The annual New York Honors Gala brings together hundreds of music and entertainment leaders, top business executives and celebrities.

    It is one of the most important events for the T.J. Martell Foundation, allowing the organization to continue its work in Leukemia, Cancer and AIDS research.
    Performers included Latin recording artist Vincentico, Ben Folds and Republic Nashville recording artists The Band Perry took the stage. Other celebrities who attended the event include Kevin Jonas, TV host Tom Murro and Miss New York 2014.

    “This year’s Honors Gala was everything we expected it to be and more,” said Laura Heatherly, CEO of the T.J. Martell Foundation. “I am so honored to have been amongst some of the world’s best in business, music and philanthropy during such an exciting night.”

    The proceeds raised from the event will assist the largest foundation that funds innovative medical research focused on finding cures for leukemia, cancer and AIDs. The T.J. Martell Foundation is headquartered in New York, is a national 501(c)3 non-profit organization that was founded in 1975 by music industry executive Tony Martell and his colleagues in loving memory of his son T.J., who died of leukemia. The Foundation has provided more than $260 million dollars for research that supports top hospitals in the United States.

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