NEW YORK – February 1, 2010 – To mark the launch of their new black history section , theGrio.com (www.thegrio.com) today unveiled “theGrio’s 100: History Makers in the Making.” The exclusive list honors Black History month by highlighting the next generation of African-American history makers and industry leaders who have the potential to make a difference in the lives of all American.
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The 100 individuals selected, each with their own path to success, are from 10 fields including business, education, sports, science and the environment, media, service and activism, politics, health, pop culture, and the arts. theGrio’s editorial team selected the 100 individuals with input from a group of experts.
“TheGrio’s 100” was officially unveiled by theGrio Managing Editor David A. Wilson earlier this morning on “Today.” Individuals from “TheGrio’s 100” will continue to be profiled on all platforms of NBC News including “NBC Nightly News,” “Today,” MSNBC, CNBC, and msnbc.com through February 6.
In partnership with NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, and msnbc.com, theGrio.com will also present what will be the most robust offering of multi-media Black History content anywhere on the web. The new ‘Our History’ section (www.thegrio.com/black-history) features news stories, commentary, and hundreds of video clips, including footage from NBC News’ rich archives. The ‘Our History’ section will be a permanent fixture on the site and will consistently feature new content year round.
TheGrio.com is the first video-centric news community site devoted to providing African-Americans with stories and perspectives that appeal to them but are underrepresented in existing national news outlets. TheGrio features aggregated and original video packages, news articles, and opinion on topics from breaking news, politics, health, business, and entertainment, which concern its niche audience. David A. Wilson is the managing editor of theGrio.com.
Below is “TheGrio’s 100: History Makers in the Making” list. Read the rest of this entry »
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Directing the manufacturing muscle of Detroit toward electronic accessories is a booming business for Rochester Hills, Michigan-based Riot Outfitters. With a meteoric rise from a brand launch at the Consumer Electronics (CES) show in 2009, Riot Outfitters returns to CES this year with products available in Best Buy retail stores throughout North America, online at BestBuy.com and RiotOutfitters.com.
“Riot Outfitters’ mission is to protect and serve electronic devices. We are electronics enthusiasts and create our products with the customer in mind,” said Don Tinsley, Chief Executive Officer of Riot Outfitters. “We’re connecting with our clients through social media such as Twitter and Facebook to get their feedback and perspectives. This exchange is shared with our manufacturing and engineering team and is reflected in our design and products.”
Riot recently launched their new website and online store. The new site features Read the rest of this entry »
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Detroit Michigan’s Riot Outfitters recently launched their new line of iPod and iPhone products available in Best Buy stores nation wide. The savvy electronics accessory company that touts the smart tag line “Take Cover” is manufactured by Acord Products an experienced manufacturer of soft trim and injection molding products for the automotive industry.
Nuance Marketing has served as the agency of record for Riot Outfitters and Acord Products as they launched the line at the International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas in January of 2009. The team is preparing to return to the CES with an expanded catalog of cool designs for protective accessories for iPod, iPhones, MP3 and Netbooks.
They are successfully expanding their relationship with Best Buy and launching their retail site at www.riotoutfitters.com and launched their new product line featuring products Made in the USA.
Riot Posted the following on their blog recently:
Riot has added new accessories for iPod and iPhone that will get your gear Riot Ready. We also have a great line up of new products in the Coming Soon section.
Some of our hottest new gear coming your way includes:
American Chrome Case for iPod
Touch 2G and 3
American Chrome Touch Case – Proudly Made in the USA with Detroit manufacturing muscle. A chrome finished case with the Riot logo made for Touch 2G & 3G. Clean protection and a custom fit.
Deluxe Sportbelt – Finally a workout belt that can do it all. Security, style and protection combined to offer the ultimate fitness solution.
Deluxe Sportbelt works with all iPod and iPhone devices. Take Cover!Carry your money, music, and phone as you workout or run. Fully adjustable belt doesn’t bounce when running and allows you to workout and not worry about your valuables. Works for iPod and iPhone devices.
Riot Outfitters products can be purchased in Best Buy stores nationwide, at www.bestbuy.com or Riot Outfitters retail site www.riotoutfitters.com.
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R&B Artist Melanie Fiona featured on Heineken Red Star Soul Tour
Reprint of Winter/Fall 2009 Savoy Professional Article
By Edward Cates
Connecting the consumer intimately with the brand is nirvana in marketing and PR. Combine social media with hip-hop, R&B, plenty of celebrity power, exclusive venues and a cold green bottle and you have the Heineken’s Red Star Soul formula for success. This year, Heineken is hosting exclusive invitation only concerts featuring some of the largest names in hip-hop and R&B in nine U.S. cities. Common, Ludacris, Big Boi (of Grammy Award Winning OutKast), Melanie Fiona and T-Pain have performed at some of the most exclusive venues around the country.
“In tune with a new generation of music listeners, Heineken Red Star Soul continues to deliver on its foundation of music, recognition and respect by featuring a dynamic mix of leading hip-hop and R&B artists,” said Shane Hoyne, Senior Brand Director Read the rest of this entry »
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Examining the Life of the Mind: A Talk with Dr. Michael Eric Dyson
Examining the Life of the Mind - A Talk with Dr. Michael Eric Dyson
Reprint of Savoy Professional Summer Edition Cover Story
Summer 2009 – by Edward Cates
Dr. Michael Eric Dyson aptly describes his path as “The Life of the Mind” and in the tradition of his esteemed predecessors has amassed a body of work coupled with bravery in criticism that are sure to enshrine his recollection in history as one of the greatest minds of our time.
Rudyard Kipling wrote in his poem If, “If you can talk with crowds and keep your virtue, Or walk with kings–nor lose the common touch”. Dr. Dyson embodies Kipling’s implied principle of excellence and humility. One of the most unique talents of Dr. Dyson is his effortless mastery of range in reaching his audience and sharing meaning. He can quote Einstein, Dubois, Jay-Z Read the rest of this entry »
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