Defining Laz Alonso: Featured in Fuzion Magazine (Male Issue)

Defining Laz Alonso
Real life ‘Deceptions’,Journey into the Future
Inaugural Men’s issue Fuzion magazine



New York,NY April 25, 2013- Deception TV star and American heartthrob Laz Alonso is Fuzion magazine’s cover guy for its first men’s issue for May/June. The  007 Daniel Craig theme brought out the ‘Will Moreno” character that he plays during his TV show “Deception” with co-star Megan Good. Alonso opened up and deeply expressed to Fuzion his personal experience in dealing with “Deception.”

“My experience dealing with deception in my own life was loving somebody and not being able to have them. While on screen I actually feel it and go back to re-live some of these experiences.”

Alonso, shares his views on being single, dealing with rejection and  his film journey with a new project he’s working on with Chris Brown.

“The only thing that’s going to keep you pushing and keep you depersonalizing rejection is if you totally love what you're doing.”


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About Laz Alonso:
Born and raised in Washington DC, Laz always knew he wanted to be an actor. He remembers at a very early age entertaining his family by imitating relatives and family friends. He graduated from the prestigious Howard University School of Business, earning a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration with a concentration in marketing. After college, he worked on Wall Street at an investment banking firm. He and several partners eventually started their own marketing business, promoting mainstream products to the trend-setting urban market. Owning and operating his own successful business freed up Laz’s time to finally explore his passion for acting. Laz began taking classes in the evening to hone his craft and it didn't take him long to begin landing roles in commercials and videos.

From D.C. to New York, Laz feels his upbringing not only taught him how to deal with the school of hard knocks, but also prepared him for his biggest goal, his acting career. He credits the move to NYC as his move into manhood and the city holds many great memories for him. Laz also credits his acting ability to these life experiences, as he is able to bring a little of what he knows or has dealt with into his characters.



About Fuzion:
Fuzion is not your average publication. With competitive local and national content it differentiates itself by being ‘a must’ for trendsetters, entrepreneurs, and influential people in any metro area. Its programming ranges from fashion, health/beauty to nightlife, celebrity interviews, music showcases, concerts and any influential people globally. With this fireball combination, it attracts a progressive, multicultural audience and now serves as a companion with the interactive Fuzion TV.

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Laz Alonso

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OK! MAGAZINE’S ‘SO SEXY’ Event Re-cap (Celebrity Guest April 17th, 2013 at Skybar)

Tahj Mowry

Fifth Harmony

Bravo’s LA Shrinks
 Dr. Greg and Kevin

Bai Ling

(Original Mention: http://elitedivasfashion.blogspot.com/2013/04/ok-magazines-so-sexy-event-special.html )


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New Ann Taylor Concept Store Opening at Scottsdale Fashion Square :: Friday, May 3 2013

 COMING SOON: FRIDAY, MAY 3RD 

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THERE’S A NEW ANN IN TOWN

 Ann Taylor Opens New Concept Store at Scottsdale Fashion Square in Scottsdale, Arizona

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OK! MAGAZINE’S ‘SO SEXY’ Event Special Guest Host BRANDI GLANVILLE

Brandi Glanville introducing the 6th Annual OK! Magazine ‘So Sexy’ Event and the stars she calls “Red Hot!”  She jests, “Being sooooo sexy is MORE than just looks! OK! says that in addition to my ‘abs of steel’ and ‘legs for miles’ I have a killer laugh. Got to love it… Have fun, laugh a lot…and most of all BE SEXY!”celebrating all that is ‘So Sexy,’ the event featured eos (evolution of smooth), elf, Bed Head by tigi and Tallarico Vodka, who served up sexy cocktails throughout the evening.

     Peta Murgatoyd 

Yolanda Foster & Brandi Glanville

Scheana Marie 

OK! Magazine presented its highly-anticipated 6^th annual ‘SO SEXY’ event in Los Angeles, toasting Hollywood’s sexiest celebrities of 2013 and LA’s most-glamorous, surrounded by the spectacular Hollywood Hills backdrop at the elegant Skybar at Mondrian Los Angeles.

Pale Cloud Fashion Show

Autumn Winter 2013 Catwalk Show from New York Kids Fashion Week!

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Flatter Your Figure Like the Ladies of Mad Men

Favouring the look of a sexy professional, Joan prefers figure flattering Empire waists and body hugging fabrics. Mimic her look with this Color Tipped Sheath Dress, customized for your perfect fit.

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SAVE THE DATE: Origin Africa & Hard Rock International Invite you to Celebrate The New Africa on 4/22 at the Hard Rock, Times Square

SAVE THE DATE!

Origin Africa & Hard Rock International invite you
to Celebrate the New Africa

Monday, April 22, 2013

Forget what you thought you knew about Africa and learn
about the waking Lion Economies

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Please join us for a two-part event:

Monday, April 22, 2013
Hard Rock Cafe, Times Square
1501 Broadway New York, NY 10036
12 - 3pm - Panel and light lunch
6-8pm - Evening Event with Acoustic performances where
attending Celebrities, Panelists and Guests can exchange
ideas
RSVP for one or both events by April 18, 2013
http://originafrica.org/

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Additional Details:
 

 

Origin Africa is an ongoing campaign and initiative by USAID COMPETE dedicated to improving African trade, matching the many educated, talented and skilled African designers and entrepreneurs with experienced industry leaders to facilitate, coordinate and advance “trade, not aid” efforts. The result is both a creative and economic flourishing in Africa, and since 2009 the USAID COMPETE initiative, Origin Africa, have facilitated over $100 million in exports to the U.S. through AGOA and assisted 200 firms to grow their business and gain market access or expand in the U.S.

Join us in this engaging conversation to continue to help increase Africa's creative and economic well-being through the good work of USAID COMPETE Origin Africa.
1:00pm Panel Discussion: Panel to discuss where
Africa has been and where it is now. Focus on emerging
industry, untapped talent, natural resources and exciting
new frontier. Panel also to discuss opportunity for US
based fashion and home decor industry, and the financial
impact of committing to producing or sourcing just one
item for next year can have on Africa as well as on US.

Panelists:
Doreen Mashika, Founder and Designer of DMZanzibar
Janice Sullivan, CEO for EDUN
Anill Joyram, Chairman, Candytex Group
Llenay Ferretti, CEO at Bhavana World Project Inc
Jim Thaller, Managing Director, Talier Trading Group
Mark Walton, Managing Director, Onyx Global Marketing,
Inc.
Moderator: Annie Balliro, Director of Philanthropy Hard
Rock

6:00-8:00pm Event Celebrating the new Africa.

The event, hosted by Origin Africa
& Hard Rock International, will feature Acoustic
Performances and be attended by panelists as well
as celebrity guests.
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The Facts About Africa Today:

*The Lion economies are booming, entrepreneurs and
companies are already successfully doing business with
and within Africa

*Six of 10 of the world’s fastest-growing economies

*The world's fastest-growing middle class

*It is the next & last big frontier - from manufacturing
for global brands employing thousands to artisanal
production by women coops changing their families’
lives.

*Supporting commerce with and within Africa supports
sustainable economic recovery and overall growth: Using

business as a means for societal change – helping a
people learn a skill and earn a living, instilling pride and
the opportunity to build a better life for generations to
come.


ABOUT ORIGIN AFRICA:
Origin Africa is an ongoing campaign and initiative dedicated to improving African trade. Comprised of producers, designers, small businesses, exporters, buyers and retailers, we are working to develop, guide and promote African trade in the following sectors: textiles/apparel, cut flowers, specialty foods, home décor, and fashion accessories.

Many educated, talented and skilled African designers and entrepreneurs are quickly and indelibly creating change in their countries. Origin Africa matches their enthusiasm with experienced industry leaders to facilitate, coordinate and advance “trade, not aid” efforts, while Origin Africa events continue to attract and invite the most innovative minds to attend.

Africa: The Lion Economy Awakes
Africa. It may not be on the top of your list or the top of your mind for your design, fashion and manufacturing needs, but it should be. You see, it’s time to start learning about Africa.

Here’s why…….

Get Ahead of the Curve
It’s simple. Africa is, quite literally, the final frontier. It’s the one place left in the world that has the brains, labor and capacity to handle your needs.

Just as the Asian countries were known as the “Dragon Economies” in the 90s, Africa is becoming known as the “Lion Economy” now. You need to find out why.

Boost Your Corporate Social Responsibility
Sustainability, Fair trade, Green marketing, Africa has it all. In many ways, environmental friendliness is built into the DNA of Africa. And with more modern, recently constructed facilities, you’ll find state of the art operations that meet the needs of your customers.

 

For more information, please contact:

Elizabeth Freund

Beautiful Day Media

718.522.5858

Elizabeth@beautifuldaymedia.com

British Luxury Shoe Designer Joanne Stoker Debuts In The States for Spring 13

BRITISH DESIGNER, JOANNE STOKER, DEBUTS HER HIGHLY-ACCLAIMED COLLECTION IN THE US FOR SPRING 2013

Her collections have been described as avant-garde, cutting-edge, eccentric and on occasion… even outlandish.  But there is no denying that Joanne Stoker continues to deliver designs that astound and delight us each season.  In 2011, the young designer fascinated the industry with a radical shoe design, with functioning LED lights which illuminated the heel.  Her inspiration: the New York skyline.

For Spring, Joanne found inspiration in the idyllic boardwalks and seaside getaways familiar to her native UK and each design is infused with Stoker’s inimitable sense of fun and play. The collection features modern textures and fabrics and a range of different heel heights for the wearers mood.  Styles like the ‘Jitterbug’ or ‘Mambo’ are named after old dancehall classics and deliver high-fashion, high-fun architectural heels.  Bold candy stripes work their way into a range of flats and graphic raffia’s, with oversized lurex bows used to bring a femininity to sky-high platform styles.

The insightful designer strives to always combine a passion for artistry with an understanding of modern architecture. A graduate of Cordwainers College, the young designer mastered a deep understanding for the technique and craftsmanship behind the art of making beautiful shoes.  Meticulously conceived from conception to completion, each collection combines durability with utility and beauty for a final product both exquisite and timeless!

Stoker, who has been mentored by icons like Jimmy Choo and collaborated with the likes of Matthew Williamson, will debut her collection, Joanne Stoker in the US for Spring/Summer 2013. 

Celebrities Mix & Mingle for A Cause- BBBS Charity Benefit

For Immediate Release:
Actor Laz Alonso Lends a Hand to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Miami 

 Miami, April 15, 2013 - Some of the biggest names in the Latin Community are anticipated to be in town for the Latin Billboard Conference & Awards, and some of those celebrities are putting there visit to good use. The Shore Club Miami, LHB Group, & CMPR-Inc proudly announces a Celebrity Mix & Mingle for a Cause. The cocktail reception themed benefit will allow guest to brush shoulders with industry elite in efforts to raise funding, increase awareness, and promote volunteer outreach on behalf of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Miami. "We are delighted that Mr. Alonso is dedicating his time & energy to help us spread the word of the importance of mentorship in our communities" Says Aimee Ariola, BBBS Senior Director of Strategic Events. The event will take place at the Pool Lounge of The Shore Club South Beach from 4-7pm with the red carpet beginning promptly at 5pm. A select number of tickets will be available online beginning Monday April 15th with a minimum donation of $50.00 which will include Hors D'oeveres, a sponsored Cocktail Hour by LeSUTRA Sparkling Liqueur, and product from an exclusive Gifting Suite. In addition, there will be Live music by Varsity Entertainments DJ Goldenboy, and a few surprise celebrity appearances stopping by to show their support. About Big Brothers Big Sisters of Miami Big Brothers Big sisters of Miami is the premier mentoring organization of South Florida helping thousands of children each year through professionally supported, one-on-one relationships with caring adult volunteers. Through this organization the power of mentoring has proven that these children are less likely to use illegal drugs & alcohol falling victim to their communities with the time invested in them by their mentors. BBBS of Miami also supplies low-income children with basic school necessities such as uniforms, supplies, and computers. 


For More info on BBBS of Miami visit http://www.wementor.org/ To purchase tickets please visit http://charitybenefitbbbs.eventbrite.com/ 
Please Note: To maintain exclusivity for our event only a select number of tickets will be available for purchase

 Shore Club Miami 
 1901 Collins Avenue 
 Miami Beach, FL 33139 

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Dominique Simpson:  dominique@cmpr-inc.com

Sultry Music Artist Breakout: Alus

Check out her videos for:  "Run"

Checkout Music Video  "Stilettos"

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15th Annual Miami Beach Fashion Week

JULIAN CHANG WINS HUMANITARIAN AWARD &

SHOWCASES FASHION LINE

AT 15th ANNUAL MIAMI BEACH INTERNATIONAL FASHION WEEK

Miami, Florida (March 21, 2013) - On March 20, designer Julian Chang showcased at the country's largest International and Hispanic fashion event, the 15th annual Miami Beach International Fashion Week at the Miami Beach Convention Center. This year, the event was the center of attraction for all fashionistas with the arrival of more than 60 designers, who presented their exclusive designs and over 100 celebrity guests in attendance. Chang received the Humanitarian Award on the opening night.