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National Collegiate Scouting Association (NCSA): Since 2000, NCSA has quickly grown to be the leading collegiate recruiting source for more than 35,000 college coaches and more than 10,000 verified college athletes from across the country. With a rate of more than 90% of NCSA athletes succeeding to play collegiate athletics, NCSA is the leading educational resource for parents, athletes and coaches who are involved in the recruitment process. Through the educational resources on their website, www.ncsasports.org, and more than 1,000 presentations of the critically acclaimed seminar “College Recruiting Simplified,” the organization has helped over 1,000,000 athletes and parents learn about the process. NCSA’s new book, “Athletes Wanted” furthers this education by sharing the tools for maximizing athletic scholarship and life potential.
Website: www.athleteswanted.org
Media Samples:
Arizona Republic - 07.01.10
WGN - Athletes Wanted - 1.4.09
ABC 7 Chicago -
09.18.09
Press contacts:
Samantha Crafton - 312-854-8815
Caiti Carrow - 312-854-8813
Andrea Cordts: 312-854-8814
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Zestra: Zestra® is a safe, hormone-free blend of botanical oils and extracts that has been clinically proven to increase a woman’s feelings of desire, arousal and satisfaction. In clinical studies, Zestra improved sexual experiences for a wide array of women, including those who were experiencing different stages of menopause, those who were taking oral contraceptives, anti-depressants and women who had medical conditions affecting sexual feeling. Zestra works effortlessly and within minutes by heightening a women’s sensitivity to touch – for deep, pleasurable sensations, sexual satisfaction and fulfillment. With no known drug interactions, it is designed to help women achieve the Zestra rush. Please visit www.zestra.com for more information
Website: www.zestra.com
Media Samples:
Chicago Sun Times - 04.14.10
New York Times - 11.27.09
Press contacts:
Annie Rees: 312-854-8820
Samantha Crafton - 312-854-8815
Sara Schulte - 312-854-8822 |
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It's Just Lunch: Founded in 1991in Chicago, It’s Just Lunch has put itself on the map with over 100 locations worldwide. Placing single business professionals in comfortable and fun environments, It’s Just Lunch has matched up millions of fun first date lunches or drinks after work. Clients of IJL receive one-on-one personal interviews with an IJL Director to see that they are paired with a potential match. Many of IJL’s first dates lead to second dates, which proves they are the world's leading matchmaking authority. It’s Just Lunch has been featured in several media outlets such as WGN-TV, Newsday, Entrepreneur Magazine, Yahoo! News, USA Today and The Washington Post, The Oprah Winfrey Show, NPR, and The Chicago Sun Times. Chicago, Milwaukee, San Diego and Houston Director PJ Osgood has appeared several times on live television and radio, offering expert tips and dating advice. For more information please visit www.ItsJustLunchChicago.com For more information please visit www.ItsJustLunchChicago.com.
Website: www.ItsJustLunchChicago.com
Media Samples:
WGN - 08.31.10
Great Day Houston - 08.26.10
The TODAY Show - 08.23.10
NBC Chicago - 07.21.10
WGN - 04.26.10
NBC San Diego - 02.28.10
WGN Midday Fix - 02.12.10
Great Day Houston - 02.11.10
NBC San Diego - 01.15.10
Post-Tribune - 01.08.10
WGN Noon Show - 1.06.10
WGN - 01.05.10
WCIU - 12.11.09
Houston Chronicle - 12.01.09
Press contacts:
Sara Schulte - 312-854-8822
Ashley Gonias - 312-854-8817
Caiti Carrow - 312-854-8813
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Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile: Delight in a revitalized downtown Chicago family hotel fresh from a multi-million dollar transformation, situated on Michigan Avenue's Magnificent Mile among world-class shopping, restaurants, and entertainment, this luxurious Chicago, Illinois hotel is within walking distance to the Windy City's top attractions, including Navy Pier, American Girl Place, Shedd Aquarium, Millennium Park, Theater and Museum Districts. Stylish Magnificent Mile accommodations offer chic upgrades including flat screen TVs, Marriott's Revive® bedding, and ergonomic chairs with sleek, modern desks. With 65,000 square feet of versatile event space, this Chicago luxury hotel creates the perfect elegant setting for successful business engagements, memorable social gatherings, and exquisite wedding receptions. For more information visit http://marriott.com/hotels/travel/chidt
Website: http://marriott.com/hotels/travel/chidt
Media Samples:
Chicago Social (CS) Blog - 08.31.10
ABC 7 Chicago - 07.13.10
WCIU - 06.28.10
TimeOut Chicago - 06.10.10
Chicago Social Online - 04.02.10
Metromix - 03.19.10
NBC Chicago -03.16.10
Press Contacts:
Andrea Cordts: 312-854-8814
Lindsay Rafayko: 312-854-8819
Caiti Carrow - 312-854-8813 |
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Zella: Located in the heart of Lincoln Park, Zella offers young professionals a cozy-chic place to unwind. In addition to a full bar, Zella offers a tempting menu filled with flatbread pizzas, gourmet burgers, and unique appetizers like the Lollipop Chicken Wings. Whether enjoying an after-work drink or stopping in for dinner, Zella is the destination for in-the-know clientele from Lincoln Park and beyond. Zella is located at 1983 North Clybourn Avenue and can be reached at (773) 549-2910. Visit them online at www.zellachicago.com, on Facebook, and on Twitter @ Zella_Chicago.
Website: http://www.zellachicago.com
Media Samples:
Metromix - 03.17.10
Thrilllist.com - 03.03.10
Sun Times - 02.11.10
The State News - 02.11.10
Press Contacts:
Lindsay Rafayko - 312-854-8819
Samantha Crafton - 312-854-8815
Sara Schulte - 312-854-8822 |
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Tin Lizzie: Located in the heart of trendy Lincoln Park, The Tin Lizzie is the area’s best alternative sports bar. The bar features fourteen 42-60” flat screen televisions and shows all professional and college sporting events in HDTV. Frequented by Michigan State fans and alumni, the bar has a strong MSU following especially during football season. A different drink special is available every night Sunday – Thursday and a menu of casual bar food including oven-baked sandwiches, pizza, and wings are available until 11 p.m. The Tin Lizzie boasts a full bar including ten different beers on tap, twelve bottled selections and an array of other well and top shelf liquors. The Tin Lizzie is located at 2483 North Clark Street. Visit them online at http://www.thetinlizzie.com, on Facebook, and on Twitter @TinLizzie_Chi.
Website: http://www.thetinlizzie.com
Media Samples:
Gapers Block - 04.02.10
Metromix.com - 03.17.10
Press Contacts:
Lindsay Rafayko - 312-854-8819
Samantha Crafton - 312-854-8815
Sara Schulte - 312-854-8822 |
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About Nella Pizzeria: Napoletana Nella Pizzeria Napoletana is an authentic Neapolitan pizzeria located in Chicago’s bustling Lincoln Park neighborhood. Founded by Italian native and certified Pizzaiola, Nella Grassano, and Chicago restaurateur, Scott Harris, Nella’s offers over a dozen unique Neapolitan recipes with toppings like spicy salami, shaved parmesan, prosciutto and arugula. Each pizza is hand-made – usually by Nella herself – and baked in an 800-degree wood burning oven imported from Naples. The restaurant also offers daily pasta specials and a complete wine list. Nella Pizzeria Napoletana is located at 2423 N Clark St. For more information, visit www.pizzerianella.com.
Website: www.pizzerianella.com
Media Samples:
What's Cookin' - 08.30.10
ABC Chicago - 08.25.10
WGN Radio - 04.04.10
Chicago Tribune - 04.01.10
Press Contacts:
Lindsay Rafayko: 312-854-8819
Andrea Cordts: 312-854-8814
Ashley Gonias - 312-854-8817
Caiti Carrow - 312-854-8813 |
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Sandro: Sandro is an internationally known and celebrated photographer based out of Chicago who specializes in exquisite portrait photography. His work has been featured worldwide in advertising campaigns, magazines, newspapers, books, and galleries. He currently has five published books of work, including El Matador, Imagine Cuba, Sandro Verona Figure E Ritratti, American Bikers, and I Can’t Accept Not Trying, with five more in the works. Sandro also devotes an enormous amount of his time and talent to charity work both locally and nationally, such as the Food Depository of Chicago and the American Heart Association. View his work online at www.sandrofilm.com
Website:www.sandrofilm.com
Press Contacts:
Sara Schulte - 312-854-8822
Lindsay Rafayko: 312-854-8819 |
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Corner Cooks: Corner Cooks is a catering and private party company that offers customizable event menus, as well as regular cooking classes and culinary events in its own kitchen facility. The catering company has a vast selection of menus, ranging from kids parties and team-building luncheons to cocktails parties and elegant plated dinners. Corner Cooks also hosts cooking parties where groups can get together to make a delicious meal and enjoy the fruits of their labor with a high-class dining experience. The most popular of the Corner Cooks menus, guests can completely tailor the class to their liking. The company was founded in 1999 by Betsy Simson, a former Creative Director in the advertising industry. Corner Cooks is located at 507 Chestnut St, Winnetka, IL. For more information, please visit www.cornercooks.com or call 847-441-0134.
Website: www.cornercooks.com
Media Samples:
Pioneer Local - 09.01.10
What's Cooking Today - 09.01.10
Chicago Reader - 09.01.10
makeitbetter.net - 09.01.10
Daily Herald - 08.31.10
Daily Herald - 08.18.10
Press Contacts:
Andrea Cordts: 312-854-8814 |
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About Educo Educo is a full-service web design company, specializing in website design, search engine optimization and identity design for small businesses, entrepreneurs and solor-preneurs in the Chicago and Las Vegas markets. Educo doesn’t have its own company style; rather the teams start every client with a clean slate, focusing on the company’s needs and goals to create design that’s completely unique. The company has 17 years of combined success in sales and marketing with cutting edge graphic and web design capabilities and creativity. For more information, please visit www.educowebdesign.com.
Website: www.educowebdesign.com
Press Contacts:
Andrea Cordts: 312-854-8814
Annie Rees: 312-854-8820 |
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About Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel: Located in the heart of downtown Chicago at State and Wacker, the Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel is a premier Chicago hotel just steps away from the financial and theatre districts. The hotel features The Great Street Restaurant and Bar, a contemporary restaurant overlooking the Chicago River, a rejuvenation center offering indulgent spa treatments and state-of-the-art exercise equipment, and Bar Novo, a modern, intimate space with booths and communal seating. For more information visit: http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/chisr-renaissance-chicago-hotel.
Website:http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/chisr-renaissance-chicago-hotel
Press Contacts:
Caiti Carrow - 312-854-8813
Annie Rees: 312-854-8820 |
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Bar Novo: Located in the heart of downtown Chicago at State and Wacker, Bar Novo at the Renaissance Chicago Hotel offers a vibrant hub for Chicago’s Theatre District. The 5,296 square foot bar features a 32-seat front bar complete with flat screen televisions and energetic views of the bustling street outside, an interactive glass-encased chef’s pantry as well as a more intimate setting complete with booths and communal seating. Bar Novo’s small plate menu and drink selections promise to be fast, fun and fresh with hand-crafted fresh juice cocktails, signature local beers, and an extensive wine list as well as delicious classic bar menu items with a clean, modern twist. For more information, please visit www.barnovo.com or call 312-372-7200. Follow us on Twitter @BarNovo and Bar Novo on Facebook.
Website: www.barnovo.com
Media Samples:
Metromix.com
Press Contacts:
Caiti Carrow - 312-854-8813
Annie Rees: 312-854-8820 |
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Will Boyd: Willie (Will) Boyd PhD, of Greenville, IL, is running as an Independent for the U.S. Senate seat previously held by President Obama. Boyd, a “pro-life” moderate, is a Bishop, former educator and friend of the working man. His campaign motto is “Restoring Trust.” In the absence of exemplary leadership in the “highest offices” of the State of Illinois and the United States Congress and with a cloud of controversy surrounding the Illinois Governor and U.S. Senate seats, Boyd believes there is greater need for demonstration of ethical behavior and social responsibility. Please visit www.willboyd4illinois.com for more information.
Website:www.willboyd4illinois.com
Press Contacts:
Andrea Cordts: 312-854-8814
Ashley Gonias - 312-854-8817 |
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Crepe Crave: Located in Chicago’s eclectic Wicker Park neighborhood, Crepe Crave combines two of Europe’s most beloved culinary treats of authentic Parisian crepes and all-natural Italian gelato. The extensive 26 crepe menu features fresh ingredients for a variety of sweet, savory and breakfast offerings that diners can enjoy in Crepe Crave’s on-the-go pockets or relaxed, comfortable café atmosphere. Crepe Crave also serves an array of 18 gelato choices with all-natural and unique imported ingredients Tahitian Vanilla and Swiss chocolate. Crepe Crave is located at 752 West North Avenue, Chicago, IL 60622 and can be reached at (773) 698-8783. Their hours of operations are Monday through Thursday from 10am-9pm, Friday from 10am-10pm, Saturday from 8am-10pm, and Sunday from 8am-8pm. Visit Crepe Crave on Facebook, on Twitter @crepecrave, and online at www.crepecrave.com
Website:www.crepecrave.com
Media Samples:
Metromix
NBC Chicago - 08.07.10
Press Contacts:
Caiti Carrow - 312-854-8813
Lindsay Rafayko: 312-854-8819 |
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EdVantExpo: EdvantExpo is Southern California's only exposition that features educational products and services. Set in one of the largest markets for educational products and services, EdvantExpo brings together tutorial services, educational software and gaming companies, placement consultants, standard test preparation courses, enrichment programs and more. Running August 28th-29th, EdvantExpo is produced by a team with more than 40 years of experience in the exposition industry. For more information about EdvantExpo please visit www.edvantexpo.com.
Website: www.edvantexpo.com
Press Contacts:
Sara Schulte - 312-854-8822
Annie Rees: 312-854-8820 |
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Dimend SCAASI: Dimend SCAASI is the highest rated jeweler in Chicago on Citysearch® and Yelp®. Located in the heart of Chicago's diamond district, this one-of-a-kind establishment features various designs from engagement rings and wedding bands to earrings and pendants. They also boast a unique program called InnerView®, this web-based software allows consumers to view various designs and loose stones live with a SCAASI® gemologist. Guests can ask questions and view products 10 to 300 times magnified. It's like a private consultation live over the internet. For more information about Dimend SCAASI®, please visit: www.dimendscaasi.com.
Website: www.dimendscaasi.com
Press Contacts:
Ashley Gonias - 312-854-8817
Caiti Carrow - 312-854-8813 |
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LEO'S CONEY ISLAND: As the very first Coney Island restaurant in Chicago, Leo's is poised to become the go-to casual dining spot on the already popular Southport Corridor. Leo's Coney Island was founded in 1972, and is a rapidly expanding full-service food establishment with over 40 locations in both Metro Detroit and Chicago. Leo's has evolved from a limited menu of Coney Island basics, including Coney hot dogs, fries, burgers, chili and Greek salads, to its current menu that includes Greek specialties, a full breakfast selection, and a kids' menu. Leo's Coney Island prides itself on using the highest quality products and ingredients for an unbeatable dining experience. Leo's Coney Island is located at 3455 North Southport Avenue and can be reached at (773) 281-5367. Visit them online at www.leoschicago.com, on Facebook at "Chicago Loves Leo's Coney Island!", and on Twitter @LeosChicago.
Website: www.leoschicago.com
Media Samples:
My Fox Chicago - 08.31.10
Grub Street - 08.31.10
Chicago Tribune - 08.30.10
Press Contacts:
Sara Schulte - 312-854-8822
Lindsay Rafayko: 312-854-8819 |
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Uncle Fatty's Rum Resort: Located in the heart of Lakeview, Uncle Fatty's is a 7,000 square-foot tropical-themed playground that serves up an extensive menu of frozen drinks, tropical cocktails and beachy brews amid full-service tiki bars and cabana-style seating. Known as Chicago's premier cover band venue, this laid-back bar features cover bands like Mike & Joe, Rod Tuffcurls & The Bench Press, The Personnel, and He Said She Said every week. Located adjacent to the main venue, The Coach House at Uncle Fatty's offers an intimately large space to gather with friends to watch professional sports on flatscreen TV's, play board games and take advantage of Chicago's only 'Cooler Service' where 12, 24 or 36 bottles of select beer are brought to your private table in a personal cooler to make sure each drink is frosty and delicious. Uncle Fatty's Rum Resort is located at 2833 N. Sheffield Ave. For more information, visit www.unclefatty.com or call 773.477.3661.
Website: www.unclefatty.com
Media Samples:
Thrillist - 09.01.10
NBC Chicago - 08.26.10
Centerstage Chicago - 08.26.10
My FOX Chicago - 07.29.10
Press Contacts:
Sara Schulte - 312-854-8822
Lindsay Rafayko: 312-854-8819 |
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