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Matt Wayne is an American magician, actor, producer, media entrepreneur and television personality best known to the general public for his work and skill as a performer of close-up magic. Wayne has lent his likeness to numerous campaigns and charities, the latest being the Be-The-Link photo campaign, where he was chosen as one of 250 media figures to raise awareness for HIV/AIDS. Matt is also incredibly supportive of animals and has lent his voice to helping such organizations as: Bideawee, Humane Society, North Shore Animal League, Last Chance for Animals and BARC. Matt continues to be involved in the ever-expanding arena of online and app content. In 2007 he launched his company No Social Limits, LLC, which is the foundation for over 65 sub-branded internet properties that specialize in providing YouTube viral marketing solutions for the motion picture & music industry. He is also the spokesperson for TouchTricks.com, the creator's of the world's first 'virtual magic kits' on the iPhone platform. In September of 2010, Matt helped YouTube launch their new 'Live Stream' feature where his segment was voted the #1 show to tune in to by Gizmodo.com. Matt is also the magician that helped launch the famed Howcast, How-To magic series, which has garnered over 2MM viewers since its launch in 2009. Matt is also a partner at ForTalent.com, the social network for the Arts & Entertainment industry. Since 2008, Matt has been the producer behind Emmy-award winner Ted Greenberg's (Late Night with David Letterman) Off-Broadway show, "Ted Greenberg's The Complete Performer", a paradoxical comedy on magic that continues to play at the SoHo Playhouse Theatre in New York City. Matt himself can currently be seen on the new series, Doggie Moms which premiered on February 16th, 2011, and continues to air on Sundays at 10pm EST on the NYC life Network. He was also previously seen on Wingman, which aired on the Fine Living Network. Ted Greenberg made his stand-up comedy debut at New York City's Comic Strip at age 15. A few years later he became a staff writer for the groundbreaking Harvard Lampoon. After leaving Harvard he was hired on Late Night with David Letterman where he co-created with childhood friend David Yazbek some of Letterman's classic segments including "audience public access cable TV show," "psychic vs. bloodhound tracking contest," "staff parent's night," "Velcro suit" and "Larry Bud Melman's singles ski weekend." He along with eight other staff writers, including David Yazbek and Chris Elliot, were honored with an Emmy Award in 1984, a period now considered Letterman's golden age. Following his Letterman stint Ted returned to his performing career, appearing regularly at nearly every club across the Northeast. He's twice been a nominee for the Andy Kaufman Award. Ted Greenberg's The Complete Performer, a mostly one-man comedy show, debuted at The Jazz Gallery in August of 2008 and moved to the SoHo Playhouse in September of the same year where it currently plays in its 4th smash season. Ted is a member of the Writer's Guild of America.

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Passionate Living Expert: Author & Personality "Hey Rockstars! I came to this planet to share the secrets of living with passion. For the past 10 years my work has been about women getting to be who we really are. Let's do it. Life is not a passive experience. It's a passionate experience!" -Abiola Abiola Abrams writes and broadcasts about love, dating, relationships, sexuality, lifestyle and pop culture — living your best life! In addition to being an in-demand speaker, author, columnist and multi-platform media personality, Abiola is the founder of "The Passionista Playbook" love, lifestyle & self improvement blog and award-winning web TV series talk show "Kiss & Tell TV."

Holistic Nutritionist & Author "Vibrant Living: Creating Radiant Health and Longevity" Body & Soul Nutrition With over twenty-five years experience in the field of holistic health, Sally Kravich is widely regarded as an authority on nutrition, vitality, and wellness. Her advice has been cited in Harper's Bazaar, W, Essence, and many other publications. Sally was featured on NBC's "Dateline" as the nutritional expert on motherhood for Aleta St. James. As a co-anchor on "New Vitality Live" radio show, Sally's knowledge of herbal wisdom, vitamin supplementation, and historical remedies added insight to the show as a modern shaman. Sally's specialized programs integrate practical wisdom from multi-cultures with modern methods for achieving vibrant, radiant health. Her personalized programs include: whole food nutrition, juicing, herbal remedies, vitamin supplements, iridology, kinesiology, cooking, cleansing, meditations, holistic healing, pregnancy preparation, raising healthy children, and how to have "Body & Soul" balance. Sally holds a M.S. in Holistic Nutrition, has completed Ph.D. studies in Holistic Healing, along with studies and certifications that spans a lifetime with forerunners in the natural health field. The naturopathic journey began in Switzerland at the age of 12, and led her around the world to study holistic modalities. Sally personally studied with Dr. Bernard Jensen, with whom she studied Iridology, a unique specialty for determining the state of one's health by observing the eyes. Sally's combination of extensive global studies, first-hand experience of historical and cultural remedies, and a vast knowledge of food as medicine, with mediations for creating healthy cells supports clients on the path of wellness and vibrant living as reflected in the title of her book, Vibrant Living: Creating Radiant Health and Longevity, along with her "Living a Vibrant Life" 3-part DVD series from her classes taped at The Open Center in NYC. Sally has maintained a holistic healing practice for 25 years, with a bi-coastal practice between NYC and LA since 1995. Gayle Naftaly founded access.office in 1998 and has provided marketing, public relations and premier alliance connections (identifying groups, individuals and opportunities to form powerful alliances that positively affect her clients' businesses) ever since. By partnering with gifted and talented professionals, the business expanded in many directions. Currently Gayle is the Director of Communications for the Independent Business Women's Circle, the Marketing Coordinator of Expos Your Business NY Multicultural Business Expo and the Asian American Cultural Festival, sits on the advisory business counsel of the Long Island Business Institute, is a member of Powerful You! Women's Network, and the Queens Chamber of Commerce. MOXIE MOMENT: Mentoring her two daughters and their friends in business and in life! And, as the Queen of Connecting, giving back to the community is a personal commitment. She offers her expertise and services to the local high school (The Queens High School of Teaching) where they have a Habitat for Humanity chapter. Gayle and her team have helped them get media attention, including TV and print, as well as helped them gain funds, raffle prizes and a full service event production company to run their fundraising event each year. HIDDEN TALENTS & OTHER FLAIR: Forming meaningful connections with those that have a natural affinity- those people with the"IT" factor. She's a natural connector of people and opportunities. MOXIE SPOT: In a NYC restaurant running a meeting, or at my best friend's home in Hollywood Florida, sharing time with my favorite woman on earth.

Derek Timm is the bluejeanfoodcritic. He loves to eat, travel, and try new restaurants. He works hard and he gets his hands dirty, yet, his tastes are sophisticated as a result of his palate being savoir-faired extensively in six continents. He likes bold flavors and appreciates subtlety. Being a barbeque connoisseur, he has earned the esteemed credential of being a CBJ (Certified Barbeque Judge) from the Kansas City Barbeque Society and has been honored by them with a lifetime membership to this elite culinary group. This man loves a great deal but will not compromise on quality. Follow him on his journey as he takes no prisoners towards becoming the premier judge on Iron Chef America. www.bluejeanfoodcritic.com The Voca People concept began virally, in 2009, as a YouTube video which received over 2 million hits almost overnight (now over 20 million and counting), and has since been transformed into a highly in-demand, totally modern and completely innovative International brand that is redefining the theatrical experience, with 4 companies touring globally and an on-going run on Off-Broadway at the prestigious New World Stages. This Lucille Lortel Award-winning show is celebrating its One Year Anniversary in New York on this Thursday, July 12, 2012. The Voca People are 8 "vocal acrobats" that are literally out-of-this-world, for they are space people come to Earth to recharge on our musical energy as life-force vitality fuel to return to their home planet. The live and interactive "theatrical experience" is comprised of 6 singers from Soprano to Bass and 2 Beatbox/Scratch artists that defy their audiences ears by perfectly performing over 70 hits from Mozart to Madonna to Run DMC and more, only vocals, with NO INSTRUMENTS or technical tricks, but with great humor and unique charm. The 8 extra terrestrials comically interact with the audience and each other, communicating joy, jealousy, loss and universal love all through music. International website: www.voca-people.com New York website: www.vocapeoplenyc.com A native New Yorker, Adam Scott, professionally known as ONE LOVE, started his musical career at a young age. Not surprising, as his father is a professional drummer and his grandfather before him played the trumpet with the Glenn Miller Orchestra. At age nine, Adam was on the road to becoming an accomplished drummer and by the age of 14 he was well sought after by local bands. At the age of 17, he picked up the guitar and was a natural. Never being interested in covering songs, the guitar became his personality to write and sing, and again he proved to be a natural. He has been on two tours with Big City Lights playing lead guitar and singing harmonies. Adam met producer/engineer Jon Castelli, who immediately recognized Adam's talents and gave him the opportunity to write and record what is now his first single release entitled "Get Up And Go". Jon's partner, producer Evan Scott Smith, came into the mix and One Love's music came to fruition and as a result a six song EP was completed. "ONE LOVE is not just a name or even an idea; ONE LOVE is a movement", Adam states. "And not just for me and my band, but for everyone". We didn't start ONE LOVE, the idea; we wanted to start ONE LOVE, the Movement". And so they did. ONE LOVE has captured the attention of many fans and he is currently in the studio moving forward to record another EP as well as performing shows throughout the Greater Metropolitan Area with his undeniably amazing band. Adam's musical influences stem mainly from the pop world. His guitar-driven pop sound, coupled with his unparalleled vocals, take on a life of their own and the unequivocal hooks propel each song into a top 40 genre.

Amanda Steinberg started DailyWorth.com as a way to give women key insights into building net worth. DailyWorth stands out as the go-to source about personal finance for smart, ambitious women. Since its inception in January 2009, DailyWorth has garnered more than 250,000 subscribers and a stream of media appearances including the New York Times, Forbes, USA Today, and a recent 2-page spread in Cosmopolitan magazine. Prior to DailyWorth, Steinberg owned and operated multiple Website development consultancies. A graduate of Columbia University, Steinberg also contributes to ForbesWoman.com.

Kristine is the author of the memoir How to Love an American Man: A True Story (HarperCollins, 2011). The book has received interest from Hollywood producers and will be released in Europe in winter 2012. Krissy is also a contributor to women's lifestyle publications on topics of relationships and psychology. She began her career in the publisher's office at Simon & Schuster Publishing before moving to Italy to spend a year researching her family's roots and focusing on her writing. She holds a B.S. in psychology from John Carroll University in Cleveland and a M.A. in cultural media studies from Fordham University in New York. She has appeared on The Oprah Winfrey Network and Sirius/XM's Oprah Radio, Inside Edition, Good Day New York, WPIX 11 News and The Rachael Ray Show. Her work has been featured in or on such outlets as the Today Show's website, Huffington Post, iVillage.com, Relish Magazine and a special issue of Better Homes & Gardens. In October, Krissy will host a conference in New York with psychologist Ken Page to give young women tools to identify their unique gifts and to seek an intimate partner who honors and complements those gifts. She's recently signed her second contract for another book project with HarperCollins. She lives in Brooklyn, New York, and welcomes you at www.kristinegasbarre.com.

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USA Today declared Kirstie Kelly "one of the best new designers of Couture today." Known worldwide for her understatedly classic, deliberately feminine and profoundly original Couture bridal gowns, Kirstie Kelly infuses an accessible spirit with the Couture attention to detail and glamour in everything she creates. Kirstie's passion and drive are centered on helping today's empowered woman feel extraordinary whether she is planning her dream wedding or planning to strut down the next Hollywood red carpet. Kelly has created original designs for countless celebrities as well as for movies and TV shows, including Michele Obama, Rachel McAdams, Debra Messing, Isla Fisher, "Wedding Crashers," "General Hospital," "Will & Grace," and "Samantha Who?" In 2006, Disney approached Kelly to create a bridal collection for the company, and their partnership took the bridal industry by storm. Kirstie Kelly & the Global Media: Kirstie and her work have been featured by national and international media including USA Today, Wall Street Journal, NY Times, Chicago Tribune, Newsday, Forbes, Modern Bride, InStyle, The Tonight Show, Today Show, Good Morning America, CNBC, Toronto Star, Sydney Morning Herald, Hong Kong Sing Tao, Indian Express New Delhi, Brides.com, and TheKnot.com among others. Dr. Green is the founder and president of Memory Arts, LLC, a company that provides memory fitness and brain health training to organizations, corporations, and individuals. She is also an acclaimed author, respected lecturer, and sought-after spokesperson known for her engaging and personable presentation style. Dr. Green has appeared on "Good Morning America," "The Early Show," "20/20," Fox News, CNBC, and National Public Radio's "Talk of the Nation," as well as in the pages of Time, Newsweek, The New York Times, The Washington Post, The London Standard, Good Housekeeping, Prevention, and Parenting. Dr. Green received her Ph.D. in clinical psychology from New York University. Since 1990, she has served on the faculty of the Mount Sinai School of Medicine, where she is currently an assistant clinical professor in the department of psychiatry.