Meet our new client – Joe Sutton, Entertainment Correspondent, Stylist, Model, & Lecturer

Sassy B Worldwide Productions is excited to introduce our new client, Joe Sutton. Joe is an Entertainment Correspondent, Stylist, Model, and Lecturer.

Joe Sutton is a fashion and entertainment correspondent and style consultant. From the red carpet to the runway, he is establishing himself as a premier voice in an almost poetic expression of his two passions: Fashion and Television.

Joe began his career at age 15 as a volunteer meteorologist at the National Weather Service. A year later, he joined CNN as an international archivist and media manager. He navigated his way to CNN’s National Content Center where he handles wide-ranging editorial duties, which include managing live field crews and overseeing news gathering in the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. He has shared two Peabody Awards, for CNN’s Gulf Oil Spill coverage and CNN’s Arab Springs coverage in the Middle East and North Africa.

Sutton’s news coverage has included the death of “Fast and Furious” star Paul Walker; the Ebola scare in the U.S.; the death of Michael Brown in Ferguson, Missouri; actor Tracy Morgan’s near fatal car accident; Superstorm Sandy; the Colorado movie theater shootings; the Sandy Hook shootings; the extramarital affair of Gen. David Petraeus, who was then head of the CIA; the fall of champion cyclist Lance Armstrong; the Boston Marathon bombings; and the involvement of Alex Rodriguez and other Major League Baseball players in performance-enhancing drugs.

He shares this experience as a motivational speaker who inspires and teaches young people how to achieve success in corporate America. He is a highly sought-after guest lecturer on news gathering at colleges, but Joe’s responsibilities have also ventured outside the realm of hard news into entertainment. He was selected to travel to Los Angeles to cover the 2013 Academy Awards for CNN. He has also interviewed many celebrities and other entertainment figures while covering news stories involving celebrities and fashion trends.

Joe Sutton has also been recognized for his sense of style. He has evolved into one of the premier connoisseurs of male fashion trends. He is a model for Macy’s and a newly appointed Ambassador to Frank & Oak. Joe is a native of Atlanta. He graduated from Oglethorpe University with a B.A. in Communications and a minor in Political Science.

To find out more about Joe Sutton please visit;http://www.itsjoesutton.com/

For media inquires or to book Joe Sutton for speaking engagements please contact Sassy B Worldwide Productions, http://sassybworldwide.com/

Norwegian Laila Perfume and Skin of Norway creator Geir Ness, special guest at Book Launch Meet Geir Ness in attendance at the pre-release celebration of Life Outside The Box.

International Norwegian Laila Perfume and Skin of Norway creator Geir Ness Featured in Life Outside The Box, by Marilyn Wilson

Influence Publishing is proud to announce that January 21st there will be a pre-release celebration of Life Outside the Box by editor/writer/author Marilyn Wilson. The event will take place at the Vancouver Fan Club -l 1050 Granville St. in Vancouver, BC

The evening will offer a fabulous show including drag queen Symone Says, burlesque dancer Lola Frost, African drumming and dancing by KUNDA, singers Warren Dean and Katherine Flandez, dancer Karen Kobel and more.

SPECIAL GUESTS!!! There are several special guests attending evening whose inspiring lives are featured in this book – Norwegian perfumer Geir Ness of Laila The Essence of Norway, textile artist/fashion designer Katherine Soucie of Sans Soucie and founder of Beauty Night Society Catherine MacGillivray. Still being confirmed – international luxury lingerie designer Patricia Fieldwalker and artist Pamela Masik.

“Ness is a truly force of nature. He is the perfect example of the Law of Attraction. He has always believed he could achieve whatever goals he set – and he fully believes you can too. Add in the fact his perfume is named Laila in honor of his mother, his clients are like family to him and the extensive charity work he makes time for, and the die was cast. He HAD to be in my first book” ~ an excerpt from Life Outside The Box by Marilyn Wilson.

Advance copies of Life Outside The Box will be available for purchase at the pre-release celebration on January 21. Be sure and get your copy autographed. Want to know more? Check out this link – http://bit.ly/1CqHkN2 which gives you a look inside and links on where to purchase.

Laila was the official fragrance distributed in gift baskets at the Grammy Award, Tony Awards, MTV Awards, and Miss Universe in Canada.

Laila Perfume, Geir’s Men’s Cologne, and other products including Bath & Shower Gel, Natural Deodorant, Body Cream, Perfume Candle Trio and Dusting Powder Shimmer are available at Nordstrom, Disney Orlando at the Epcot Center – Norwegian Pavilion, Disney Cruise, Fred Segal in Los Angeles and exclusive specialty boutiques in the USA and of course available at http://www.laila.com

Frequently appearing as featured guests on many television and radio morning shows, Ness has paved his way into a true inspiration and aspiration for designers and entrepreneurs.

Ness is available for exclusive interviews.

For further information contact: maryi@sassybworldwide.com

Phone: 773-370-1005

10 Highlights from Sassy B Worldwide Productions Inc. in 2014

As we Look back and reflect on 2014, a YEAR IN REVIEW, it has been a stellar year of growth and change at Sassy B Worldwide Productions Inc. We will attempt to highlight the 10 most eventful moments, in no particular order!

10.

Geir Ness visits the You & Me This Morning show with his Skin of Norway line
Geir Ness showcased his Skin of Norway anti-aging line and the new bottle design of “Laila” on WCIU You & Me This Morning show. http://www.wciu.com/videos/youandme/geir-ness-skincare-line

Laila – new look but same alluring fragrance!

9.

BomBoard- Featured on RightThisMinute
Are you ready for Summer? We sure are and can’t wait! You’ll want to check out the BomBoard- featured on RightThisMinute
The New Badass Summer Toy
http://www.rightthisminute.com/video/new-badass-summer-toy

8.

Launch of No Strings Attached E News Magazine
With pleasure we announce the launch of the online magazine
http://www.nostringsattached-enews.com

7.

Scott Schmaren presented a workshop for Dress for Success, Leadership Conference in Boston
Scott Schmaren presented a workshop on “Creating Vision” for the International organization, Dress For Success, at the Leadership Conference in Boston on June 25, 2014. The conference was well attended and Scott’s workshop was well received!

Scott Schmaren with Amy Tashjian and Angela Williams

6.

Bomboard Kick-Ass WaterKart is a TOP 100 Finalists of the 2014 Chicago Innovation Awards
BomBoard Kick-Ass WaterKart, is a smaller and lighter jet ski that splits into four modules. BomBoard was a Top 100 Finalists of the 2014 Chicago Innovation Awards out of 552 nominees! http://www.chicagoinnovationawards.com/the-top-100-finalists-of-2014/. BomBoard was one of the innovations that was celebrated at the 13th annual Chicago Innovation Awards at the Harris Theater on October 30th.

5.

Marija Simeon, joins Sassy B Worldwide Productions Inc. as Director of Business Development
Meet Marija Simeon, our new Director of Business Development at Sassy B Worldwide Productions Inc. She is excited to be a part of the team and working on new business/project development for all our clients.

4.

Awesome April Sassy Spotlight- NeuroPerformanceologist, Scott Schmaren
Scott Schmaren – Stepping Stones to Success
Scott was interviewed on the Best Ever You radio blog show by Elizabeth Hamilton. Elizabeth said,
“Scott is a breath of fresh air”
Find out what the road to success was like for Scott, and how he overcame his own personal set backs. His story is intriguing! You will see what he’s doing now to help people everyday!
http://www.blogtalkradio.com/besteveryou/2014/02/28/scott-schmaren–stepping-stones-to-success

3.

The team at Sassy B kicked off the New Year in 2014 with a prototype party for Bomboard
This personal watercraft modular jet ski is compact, affordable and weighs only 150 pounds. It fits in the trunk of your car! This hot new product is a game-changer that will take the watercraft industry by storm!

The Inventor/President of Bomboard, John West chatting it up with guests .

Sassy B team; Sue, Masami, Beatrice & Mary

2.

Sassy B Worldwide Productions sponsors second BIBO Tour in Chicago
Over 100 guests gathered to partake in the second Beauty In Beauty Out Tour in Chicago at Catalyst Ranch on Saturday, October 11, 2014. Guests were treated to delectable appetizers by Chef David Blackmon, http://www.chefdavidblackmon.com/. An operatic piece was performed by the very talented Miss Illinois 2014, Marisa Bucheit. Guests enjoyed a wonderful dance performance by Rickey & Grace. Laini Marisa opened the ceremony with a fantastic vocal performance. The delightful evening culminated with raffle prizes and the inspirational messages of these truly remarkable outstanding women. We salute their astonishing achievements that empower us to reach out into our own communities to make them better for all!

From left, Sue Yan, Director of Project Development, Beatrice Davis-CEO Sassy B Worldwide Productions, with dancers, Rickey & Grace

Celebrity Chef Judson Allen presenter of the awards at the BIBO Tour in Chicago with Senator Martinez and Judge Sandra Ramos

Kymberlee Kaye Raya of BigShot Marketing and Founder of Beauty In Beauty Out Tour

Renee Ritchey interviewing Colonel Jill Morgenthaler.

1.

Sassy B sponsored the First Inaugural BIBO Tour in Las Vegas
Over 100 guests gathered to partake in the First Inaugural Beauty In Beauty Out Tour in Las Vegas at Dal Toro Ristorante Italiano in the Palazzo Hotel located on the Las Vegas Strip. on Saturday, November 15, 2014.

“The 2nd stop on the 2nd annual yearly BIBO Tour is debuting in the City of Lights Nov. 15. The master of ceremonies was Las Vegas City Councilman Ricki Barlow with Tiffany Murphy, formerly of Creston, of Fox 5 News Las Vegas served as co-host. Award presenters for BIBO Las Vegas included: former NFL player Vernon Fox of the San Diego Chargers – now a professional motivational speaker; KDWN AM 720 reporter, blogger and 105.7 FM radio personality Desiree Peeples, CNN news editor and celebrity interviewer Joe Sutton, Kelly Rossi of the Maloof Companies, news and weather reporter Diane Tuazon of CBS News 8 and Fabiola Marzano, night reporter for MundoFox 34 News Las Vegas. BIBO is presented by the C.H.A.M.P. Community Project, a 501(c)(3) organization, which provides self-development and self-empowerment educational programs focused on the emotional and mental well-being of adults, as well as teens who are living in single-parentenvironments. Both organizations were founded by author, life coach, motivational speaker, and radio host Traci S. Campbell.” …
excerpt taken from the Las Vegas blog– http://www.lasvegasnvblog.com/2014/10/creston-native-to-host-beauty-inbeauty-out-awards-tour-2014/

Beautiful Honorees — Actress and Women’s Eating Disorder advocate Barbara Niven with CBS radio Dayna Roselli. Both holding their Reflection Award trophies.

Joe Sutton of CNN (and BIBO Tour Las Vegas 2014 celebrity interviewer) and CBS radio (and honoree) Dayna Roselli

BIBO Tour founder, Traci S. Campbell, and Fabiola Marzano of MundoFox Vegas

From left, Tamara Cloonan McClure, Catherine Natale and Beatrice Davis on the purple carpet

As we look ahead in the New Year, we look forward to 2015 being the most successful year yet! New challenges will bring new ideas/projects, and open up new opportunities for our clients. If you’d like to connect with us. Please visit our website, http://sassybworldwide.com/

Much success in 2015 from The Sassy B team!

Geir Ness visits the You & Me This Morning show with his Skin of Norway line

Geir Ness is best known for his signature fragrance, “Laila”, but did you know he has also developed an anti-aging skin care line? Ness has developed a Skin of Norway complete line of skin care products that include six secrets for natural, anti-aging skin care. The Skin of Norway line contains veritable cell-life cocktails designed to maintain healthy skin. The reviews of the new skin care line have been phenomenal!

Recently Geir Ness took time from his busy schedule to visit the studio of the You & Me This Morning show in Chicago! We got a close up look of what these remarkable Skin of Norway products actually do for your skin. View the segment here:
http://www.wciu.com/videos/youandme/geir-ness-skincare-line

Photo courtesy Laila website: http://www.laila.com/
Geir Ness is available for exclusive interviews.

For further information contact: maryi@sassybworldwide.com

Please visit our website to find out about us: http://sassybworldwide.com/index.html

Jeff Conway interviews Woody Allen ‘Magic In The Moonlight’ EXCLUSIVE!

Chicago’s very own Jeff Conway, host of Social Chicago interviews Writer/Director Woody Allen while in Chicago promoting his new film ‘Magic In The Moonlight’. The film opened in theaters July 25, 2014. A Sony Pictures Classics film.

Special thanks to Allied Integrated Marketing and Metropolitan Capital Bancorp, Inc.

Interview Credits:
Interviewer/Writer/Editor- Jeff Conway
Director of Photography- Dana R. Griffin
Production Assistant- Kara Larson

Jeff Conway

Social Chicago
SoChi is a weekly series that shines a spotlight on the people, places and things that make our city “SoChi.” From the hottest parties to the tastiest restaurants to the best “staycations” in town, SoChi is your one stop source for experiencing the pulse of Chicago. Join hosts Jeff Conway and Jillian Conley as they take you along for the ride to explore The Windy City’s biggest and brightest that will have you saying, “Now that is SoChi!”

Hosts Jeff Conway and Jillian Conley

Photo courtesy of Social Chicago
As Seen on Comcast TV Channel 111
http://www.SocialChicagoTV.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ItsSoChi
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ItsSoChi

Meet the Unstoppable Chef David Basile

Sassy B Worldwide Productions is excited to introduce our new client, Chef David Basile! Chef’s talent and creativity has led him to work with the top masters in the culinary world.Chef David’s passion for food began at a mere six years old when he began cooking frozen chicken nuggets with spices for his family.

Some of Chef David Basile’s notable achievements include:
First place in the National Student Hot Foods competition team, he trained and worked with Chef Tim Bucci, U.S. Olympic Team Captain and American Culinary Federation Chef of the Year Chef Joseph Leonardi.

After working at the prestigious private club, The Somerset Club in Boston he set his sight on Chicago. He became a Chef at Moto Restaurant in downtown Chicago, working under Top Chef contestant Richie Farina and two-time Iron Chef contestant Homaro Cantu.

Chef David Basile appeared as a contestant on the Food Network’s Cutthroat Kitchen on Feb. 2, 2014. An article in the Daily Journal. – http://www.daily-journal.com/news/local/bourbonnais-wine-bar-chef-to-appear-on-food-network-s/article_a05dcb23-1c09-5273-bd33-ef8371a1877b.html

Photo courtesy of: Brianne’s Blend

Wine Notes from my everyday adventures

Yes! magazine visited David Basile, the Man of the Month in the Jan/Feb 2014 issue, at Flight 102 Wine Bar in Bourbonnais, IL.

Chef David Basile on WGN preparing wild salmon take a look and find the recipe here- http://wgntv.com/2013/10/07/lunchbreak-flight-102-wine-bar-chef-david-basile-makes-halibut/

Chef David Basile true passion shines in the cuisines he prepares to bodybuilding on his off hours. To catch up with the chef follow him on facebook- https://www.facebook.com/david.a.basile?fref=nf

For media inquires or to book Chef David Basile for any appearances and speaking engagements please contact Sassy B Worldwide Productions, http://sassybworldwide.com/

Friday Fan Day: Fran Capo

Today is Fan Friday at Sassy B Productions and we salute one of our favorite people, Fran Capo! If you don’t know Fran yet, get to know her- she is one amazing person and one of our favorite fans.

Fran Capo is a Comedienne/Spokesperson/Worlds Fastest Talking Female/Author/Adventurer

See Fran in action on one of her many adventures:

Fran Capo Kayaking In Antarctica–

(video courtesy of popscreen)

 

Meet “Adventure Girl” Fran Capo featured on the Best Ever You Network- by Elizabeth Hamilton and Fran Capo
http://besteveryou.com/blog/2013/10/28/meet-adventure-girl-fran-capo

On blog talk radio- interview by Elizabeth Hamilton.
http://www.blogtalkradio.com/besteveryou/2013/12/20/fran-capo-on-living-life-to-the-fullest

Fran’s crazy adventures are blogged on travelingmom.com under her nickname,  Travel Adventure Mom.
You can catch Fran’s motivational humorous  vlogs, called Cuppa Capo on one of Fran’s channels: Youtube.com/cuppacapo.

One of our favorite quotes by Fran Capo,

“create a great day and remember don’t wait for the light at the end of the tunnel, bring your own flashlight”.

To find out more about Fran, please visit: http://www.francapo.com/

Connect with Fran on Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/FranCapo?fref=ts

Follow Fran on Twitter: https://twitter.com/FranCapo

To book Fran Capo for speaking engagements, celebrity appearances, or any type of gig please contact Sassy B Worldwide Productions, http://sassybworldwide.com/

 

 

 

Sassy B Worldwide Productions is pleased to welcome our new Associate Manager of Creative Services

Meet Pelin Taser, our new Associate Manager of Creative Services at Sassy B Worldwide Productions Inc. Pelin is excited to be working with all our clients. Pelin is thrilled to be a part of the team at Sassy B Worldwide Productions.

Pelin Taser  was born in Istanbul, Turkey and received her bachelor’s degree in ESL (English as a Second Language).  After working for Turkish Airlines for 6 years she moved to US and worked as a manager in sales. She took the opportunity to work for United Airlines as a flight attendant in 1999.  She has experienced many international destinations and cultures until 2010. She took time off from flying and established her Tour & Travel Consultation Company in Chicago.

She worked with variety of committees of some events and festival organizations. She also represented variety of Turkish and European  Medical companies in trade shows. She is a tour guide and a certified medical interpreter.

Mrs. Taser states her life philosophy as follows:

“I love to accomplish challenging tasks. We only grow if we do the things we think we cannot do. We may not know every answer; however the answers are usually not in us or in others but in front of us. To make a difference in our society team work is very important.”

She is in the process of receiving her MBA from Lake Forest Graduate School of management and resides with her Husband, who is an artist and an Industrial designer and her 11 year old son  who loves acting and modeling.

Pelin is excited with her new role at Sassy B Worldwide Productions. For any questions and inquires please contact Pelin via email at pelint@sassybworldwide.com.

Sassy B Worldwide Productions is pleased to welcome our New National Business Development Director

Meet Keven Vinezeano, our new National Business Development Director at Sassy B
Worldwide Productions Inc. Keven is excited to be working with all our clients in establishing new business opportunities, securing speaking and appearance engagements for our clients.

Keven is an accomplished student of Project Management & Business Administration at Colorado Technical University plus 7 Management Certificates acquired. He also holds a publishing degree from Institute for Children’s Literature.

Keven has 7 years accomplishment as a Superintendent of Construction, directing 4-Multi-Million dollar new home building projects in Illinois. All projects Keven directed came in on time & on budget with all Procurement in positive residuals.

Keven owned a residential/commercial construction company, managed & worked for 10 years.

Keven is 34 year ASEP Certified Sports Coach of basketball & baseball plus is a 19 year owner, Manager & player of a men’s baseball team.

Keven had been an Extras/Actor with several TV shows such as “Chicago Fire”, “Chicago PD”, “Betrayal”, “Sirens”, “Crisis”, “Mind Games”, “Doubt”, plus MTV’S “Under Employed”.

Keven has also been an Extras/Actor for the movie “Divergent” which premieres March 21st. 2014. He also acted in speaking roles for Indie Films “Johnny” & “The Coming”. Keven also has Acted & Choreographed a Martial Arts scene in an Indie film called “Bravo 1”.

Keven is accomplished as a Tenor in his Choir in the local church plus recently has been a Congregational speaker too.

Keven participated in Off Broadway shows, singing, acting & dancing in his local church fund raising functions too.

Keven was Chairman & Director in several October Fests and Casino Night fund raisers too.

All in all, Keven Vinezeano can get your project done in concise, profitable ways.

Keven is excited with his new role at Sassy B Worldwide Productions. For any questions and new business development inquires please contact Keven via email at kevenv@sassybworldwide.com

Sassy B Worldwide Productions is seeking a National Business Development Director

Sassy B Worldwide Productions Inc. is growing! We are a boutique entertainment consulting/production company with a diverse clientele. Our company is accepting applications for a National Business Development Director. Duties include leading new business initiatives resulting in partnerships and opportunities. The Director will also secure speaking and appearance engagements for our clients. Ideally knowledge in the entertainment and motivational speaking market locally and nationally is a plus. Must be willing to work on a commission basis, end of year bonus based on performance. Our client base is diverse with a wide range of speaking topics. Would love to have you on board leading biz development and securing speaking engagements for our clients! Please include your resume and join our team! For more info about us please visit: http://www.sassybworldwide.com/

When sending application please include resume with Cover Page to: Maryi@sassybworldwide.com