MARK HUSSMAN

The Chicago Tribune refers to Mark as: "Chicago's Favorite Elvis," and The Chicago Sun–Times dubs him:

"Elvis Performer Extraordinaire!"AOL voted him as Number One Elvis!" Mark has performed onstage with music

legends like Bono, U2, Olivia Newton–John, Shania Twain and Wynonna Judd Mark Hussman, and his Elvis Spectacular

Concerts have been featured in Rolling Stone, Vanity Fair, and also on local, national and international television shows,

including a worldwide segment on CNN in 2001... Mark is enthusiastically endorsed by Elvis fans across the globe,

including U2's Bono, and the legendary, Cher. Hussman is best known in the United States as the producer,

and headliner of the biennial "Elvis Spectacular'' Concert Series. Mark began his career in Chicago,

upon winning the "All–Elvis Championship," in 1993... From 1993 to 1998, he performed at the United Center during the golden years of the Chicago Bulls. In 1997, Hussman wrote and starred in the critically acclaimed holiday musical, "Christmas with the King'' at Pipers Alley.

In 1997, Mark Hussman joined forces with the (brand new) House of Blues to create the very first Elvis Spectacular Concert. This concert series has become increasingly popular, and continues to this day, twice a year, every year.

Mark's "30th Anniversary Elvis Spectacular" SOLD OUT on August 16, 2007 at The House Of Blues.

Mark performs in the United States and abroad. He holds a degree, from Northwestern University's School of Speech. M.H. websites are WWW.MARKELVIS.COM and WWW.MYSPACE.COM/MARKELVIS.

Mark, The Margrocks, and A Full Elvis Tribute Orchestra can be booked for corporate events, Concerts, Weddings and TV/FILM Projects Worldwide. Mark also is willing to work with local bands, or DJs for national and international events. For Booking Information, send an email to ChicagoElvis@aol.com.

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Bridget w/ Snowflakes In Parade On Thanksgiving Day 2007

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CHRISTINA DEVOE - Miss Rockford

I am a public relations director.

My specialty is in news distribution on local, regional and national media levels. I create and distribute news releases for independent artists of all kinds and small businesses; emerging artists–designers, etc.

About CPRG:
Connoisseur [PR] Group is a unique press release distribution and publishing service company catering around the needs of small to mid–sized businesses and independent artist. "We are the connoisseurs of tailor made publicity in Chicago and across the U.S." says Director of Public Relations Lisette Calderon who started the business to connect clients with the media and customers. Connoisseur [PR] Group provides top–notch publicity to emerging and existing businesses and creative artists, directly linking media and consumers to them. With a careful strategic and effective publicity, Connoisseur [PR] Group leads clients to an upfront–and–centered media spotlight to bring timely results.

The firm prides itself on providing an individualized and personal approach with each client in order to fully identify with their specific needs and long–term business goals. Media Director Rebecca Cohen says, "This is not a one–size–fits–all PR company. We really work hard to study our clients, research their demographics, capture their vision and help them build long term goals. We truly are couture publicity." The company is based out of the Chicago metropolitan area with a database of diverse clientele from new fashion industry professionals to larger established businesses. Connoisseur [PR] Group works with corporate businesses, independent creative artists, and publishing companies. The company is a diverse group of publicity professionals with a personal tailored made approach for each new PR campaign. Connoisseur [PR]Group gives each client coutured dedicated attention. With a company mission circulating around trust, loyalty, and dedication to each client, it surely is a company that stands out from amongst the rest. The Connoisseurs of publicity cater to all sorts of businesses and individuals. Here are some examples of who could benefit from our press release and promotions services:
– Independent artists and crafty businesses
– Editors and authors
– Fashion designers
– New start–up shops
– New launch openings for clubs, restaurant and lounges
– Wine tasting events
– Jewelry designers
– Gourmet chefs
– Small shops
– Paper craft businesses
– New luxury stores
– Emerging indy magazine publishers

Here a ways you can benefit from the Connoisseurs:

–Publicity for your new or existing product or service.
– Create and distribution of press releases to local and national media outlet
– Create a new publicity campaign to help drive traffic to your website and business.
– Pitch letters to editors
– Create articles and tip sheets
– Assist with brand identity of the company
– Research your market
– Create press kits
– Fact sheets
– V.I.P. event planning and promotions (anniversary, grand openings, upcoming events).
– Newsletter creation and distribution
– eZines and print magazine creation and consulting
– Create advertising rates and media kits for ad sales (including create full color ads to submit to publications)

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Lcalder@connoisseurpr.com

PR for creative artists and designers

RETAIL MINDED is a full service, boutique style consulting firm that specializes in supporting small retail and wholesale businesses in a variety of retail based needs. Services that are offered by RETAIL MINDED include:

Visual Merchandising ∙ Marketing ∙ Public Relations ∙ Markdown Management ∙ Customer Relations ∙ Inventory Analysis ∙ Product Assortment ∙ Budgets and Buying ∙ Store Employee Support ∙ Mystery Shopping ∙ Special Requests and More

Founded by a seasoned retail and wholesale professional, Nicole Leinbach Reyhle, RETAIL MINDED was created to support small businesses with their unique needs in a competitive marketplace. After having spent nearly ten years working in marketing management with such companies as Franco Sarto Footwear, Sears Corporation, Adidas America, and with various national publications including Lucky magazine and Glamour magazine, Reyhle sought out to support smaller businesses with what she had gained from working among the nation’s most recognized brands and retailers. In addition, Reyhle has been a part time instructor at Chicago’s Columbia College in their Retail Management program for over four years, where she teaches courses on Retail Marketing, Fashion Business, and most recently developed a course on how sports and fashion relate at retail.