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Celebrities Descend on Houston to Bring Relief to Hurricane Harvey Victims

September 8th, 2017

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Sarni Jaye, sarni@sarnij.com, 757-932-5446 Real Housewives of Atlanta/Dish Nation star Porsha Williams along with RHOA cast members and athletes band together for flood relief HOUSTON - The catastrophic rainfall from Hurricane Harvey set a record in the continental US dropping more than 15 trillion gallons of water on the fourth largest city in the nation over a six day period. Estimates put eventual total losses at as much as $75 billion. Approximately 215,000 students were out of school and many families lost everything they had, including the lives of their loved ones. The destruction will take y[...]

Emmy Nominated Comedian Performs in Houston

July 4th, 2017

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Sarni Jaye, # 757-932-5446, sarni@sarnij.com Actor/comedian Tim Meadows will appear at the Joke Joint Comedy Showcase July 7-8 HOUSTON, July 4, 2017 - Tim Meadows has appeared on stage and screen for more than two decades and will now be sharing his comedic talent with Houstonians on July 7th and 8th at the Joke Joint Comedy Showcase. Meadows was nominated for a Primetime Emmy award for his work on the iconic sketch comedy show Saturday Night Live (SNL) and also holds the distinction of being one of the longest-running cast members, appearing for 10 seasons on the NBC show. His big break in show [...]

NFL Star Antonio Brown to Host Celebrity Charity Basketball Game During Super Bowl LI

January 30th, 2017

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Sarni Jaye, 1-757-932-5446, sarni@sarnij.com Talent/Sponsorship Contact: Genesis Media Group, 561-859-7552, info@genesismp.com HOUSTON, January 30, 2017 - Antonio Brown, wide-receiver of the Pittsburgh Steelers, will host the “DraftKings Antonio Brown Super Slam Celebrity Basketball Game” on Friday, February 3. The game will be played at the Joe K. Butler Sports Complex located at 13755 Main Street in Houston. Partial proceeds from the event will benefit the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Houston. “I’m excited about the opportunity to help the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Houston” said Brown[...]

Actress Elise Neal Launches Fitness Boot Camp in Houston During Super Bowl LI

January 27th, 2017

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Sarni Jaye, 1-757-932-5446, sarni@sarnij.com Talent/Booking Contact: The Connection Group LA, Chanti Randolph, 314.882.5568, Chanti@theconnectiongroupla.com HOUSTON, January 27, 2017 -- At 50 years old award-winning actress Elise Neal has a body that defies age, and she has expanded her mission to inspire others from the big screen to the gym. The Elise Neal Body Boot Camp is an interactive and intimate fitness fan engagement experience. Not only will participants get to participate in a boot camp session crafted by the former Broadway dancer herself, but also they will gain insight [...]

Feel Rich Kicks Off National Fitness Movement at Super Bowl Live

January 27th, 2017

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Sarni Jaye, 1-757-932-5446, sarni@sarnij.com HOUSTON, January 27, 2017 - As host city for Super Bowl LI, Houston is putting the finishing touches on preparations for the annual championship game as the NFL's top teams prepare to go head to head in a much-anticipated showdown at the NRG Stadium. Not all of the action is taking place on the field, however, as Houston launches Super Bowl Live, a nine-day fan festival filled with music, food, games and attractions running Jan. 28 to Feb. 5 at Discovery Green Park in downtown Houston. Fans will have a chance to experience pre-championship game fest[...]

Star of Hit Showtime Show Shameless Hits Houston!

January 16th, 2017

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Sarni Jaye, 1-757-932-5446, sarni@sarnij.com HOUSTON, January 16, 2017 - Actress and comedian Arden Myrin performs nationwide, and will be appearing for one weekend only in Houston. Myrin became a new cast member on Showtime’s Shameless Season 7, and recently appeared in the world premiere of Steve Martin’s new play Meteor Shower. As a comedian she tours across the country and co-hosts a comedy show The Tinkle Twins at Meltdown Comics with Dana Gould. Myron appeared on Chelsea Lately over 100 times, and is a regular panelist on @Midnight. She was a cast member of MadTV for four seasons[...]

Maven Business & Leadership Conference Offers Women the Winning Formula for Business Success

January 13th, 2017

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Sarni Jaye, 1-757-932-5446, sarni@sarnij.com Maven Business & Leadership Conference – January 20, 2017 – 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. – The Westin Hotel, 945 Gessner Rd., Houston, TX 77024 HOUSTON, January 13, 2017 – Houston-based author, empowerment speaker and business development coach Miara Shaw is presenting the Maven Business & Leadership Conference at The Westin Hotel, Memorial City in Houston on Friday, January 20, 2017. This action-oriented conference is specifically tailored to give minority female corp-preneurs, entrepreneurs and social influencers the knowledge needed to accelerate into t[...]

Brother of Comedy Legend Hits Houston in Nationwide Tour

December 20th, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media contact: Sarni Jaye, sarni@sarnij.com, 757-932-5446 Kevin Farley, comedic partner and brother of the late Chris Farley (Saturday Night Live) performs in Houston Thursday and Friday 12/22-23 HOUSTON, December 20, 2016-Legendary comic Chris Farley died tragically at only 33 years of age due to a drug overdose, but his brother, Kevin, is carrying on the family torch of comedy. Kevin performed alongside Chris for years and has appeared in numerous hit films and TV roles. He will be performing in Houston Thursday 12.22 at 8 pm and Friday 12.23 at 8 and 10:30 pm at The Joke Joint Comedy Showcase at 11460 Fuq[...]

Urban Ballet Lifts Awareness of the African American Experience Through Hip Hop, Music, Art & Dance

December 7th, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Sarni Jaye, 1-757-932-5446, sarni@sarnij.com Urban Ballet remaining performances – December 10, 7:30 p.m. & December 11, 2:30 p.m. City Dance Studio, 1307 W. Clay St., Houston, TX 77019 HOUSTON, December 7, 2016 – Houston City Dance, in partnership with SonKiss’d Dance Theater, has embarked on a labor of love with the production of Urban Ballet, a fusion of music, art and dance where a diverse mix of classically trained and hip hop dancers tell the stories through interpretive dance of what it means to be black in modern-day America. Upcoming performances for Urban Ballet are Saturday, Decemb[...]

Prince Protégé and "The Voice" Season 10 Contestant Támar Davis Releases New Album

September 27th, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Sarni Jaye, 1-757-932-5446, sarni@sarnij.com HOUSTON, Sept. 27, 2016 - A storm is brewing as Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter and powerhouse vocalist, Támar Davis, prepares for theSept. 30th release of her sophomore album, "I Am the Storm." The Houston singer began her vocal career alongside Beyonce as a member of Girl's Tyme and came under the tutelage of the legendary Prince before appearing as a standout contestant on Season 10 of NBC's "The Voice." She brings fans a new sound with this latest project, while remaining true to her soulful roots. Described as [...]

All Star Comic Kevin Hart Handpicks Hometown Comedienne to Star in New Show

September 22nd, 2016

HOUSTON, September 22, 2016 - Kevin Hart Presents: Hart of the City, a new stand-up comedy series debuting in October on Comedy Central, will feature a familiar Texas face. Houston's own Crystal Powell, one of four comedians selected from the LoneStar State, was chosen from hundreds of individuals from across the country to appear on comedian Kevin Hart's upcoming cable-based comedy television series. She was the only female comedian chosen to represent the state. The show, executive produced by Kevin Hart and produced by Hartbeat Productions, the popular comedian's entertainment company, will shine the spotlight on a select group of [...]

Tip Tuesday: $eek Sponsorships

August 23rd, 2016

Ask and ye shall receive. I had to put the dollar signs because today's tip is about dollars and cents (aka sense). I see so many people with excellent ideas that NEVER happen because they aren't sure how to connect those dreams with reality. In today's world, that reality is often MONEY. You need capital to launch ideas, whether it be through investors, loans, grants, donations, crowdfunding or whatever means. I have seen so many clients and friends try and scrape their own dollars together, and while commendable, it's a slow road and it is not efficient or effective. Wealthy people don't use their own money; they use other [...]

Tip Tuesday: The Speaker One-Sheet

July 26th, 2016

What is a key tool that every speaker or aspiring speaker should have in his or her toolkit? A one-sheet! This should be a visually compelling, concise and punchy document that clearly communicates who you are and what value you offer. In the creation mode, developing your one-sheet forces you to consolidate your brand messaging and is a great way to hone in on what makes you stand out from the masses. In the submission mode, it whets the appetite of whomever you send it to leaving them wanting to know more, ultimately leading to more quality bookings. A one-sheet can either be one sided or two sided, but its named is derived from the [...]

Female Comic Lands Spot in Comedy Central's 'Kevin Hart Presents: Funny Is Funny' TV Series

June 28th, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Sarni Jaye, 1-757-932-5446, sarni@sarnij.com HOUSTON - Kevin Hart Presents: Funny Is Funny, a new stand-up comedy series airing this fall on Comedy Central, will feature a familiar Texas face. Houston's own Crystal Powell, one of four comedians selected from the LoneStar State, was chosen from hundreds of individuals from across the country to appear on comedian Kevin Hart's upcoming cable-based comedy television series. The show, executive produced by Kevin Hart and produced by Hartbeat Productions, the popular comedian's entertainment[...]

Tip Tuesday: When Should You Hire a Publicist?

May 17th, 2016

There are so many people who either aren't sure if/when they should hire a publicist or who are wasting money when they aren't ready for that step yet. So when should you hire a publicist? When you have a budget of course, but what's most important is when you have a BRAND. ???? You may have the idea, the talent or the vision, but until those are formed into a tangible foundation you shouldn't be putting yourself out there. An ethical publicist will be honest and either give you feedback on your brand or refer you to a branding specialist, but others will just take your money and sell you a dream for a dollar. ???? Publi[...]

Hollywood Celebs Partner with Feel Rich to Combat the Nation's Leading Cancer Killer

May 12th, 2016

To kick off National Women’s Lung Health Week, Feel Rich, along with Quincy Jones, Gabourey Sidibe, Nia Long, Kim Burrell and other celebrities join forces with the American Lung Association’s LUNG FORCE initiative and CVS Health to share Patti LaBelle’s lung cancer story in a film debut and pop up concert held at New York City's bustling Grand Central Station on May 10 Healthy lifestyle movement and media company Feel Rich and the American Lung Association’s LUNG FORCE initiative, nationally presented by CVS Health, have aligned with Grammy Award-winning singer Patti LaBelle, to build education and awareness about lung cancer–the number o[...]

Woman Owned and Operated Brand Changes Financial Futures for Houston Residents

May 2nd, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Sarni Jaye, 1-757-932-5446, sarni@sarnij.com Houston Housewives of Finance Seeks to Educate, Empower Individuals and Families. HOUSTON, May 2, 2016 - According to a recent survey of American families compiled by StatisticBrain.com, the average household carries a debt of $117,951. CNN Money reported that the typical middle class family is not prepared for financial shock and could only replace 21 days of income with readily accessible funds, and even the richest Americans can only access 52 days of emergency liquid assets. Women are in even more dire straits. Despite being [...]

Dance Fitness Event at the George Foreman YCC Aims to Make Wellness a Fun Family Affair

March 1st, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Sarni Jaye, 1-757-932-5446, sarni@sarnij.com Enjoy celebrity trainers, live music, healthy foods, and more at the DFPH kick off March 5th HOUSTON (March 1, 2016) - One of the most revolutionary health and wellness movements to hit Houston invites individuals of all ages and fitness levels to join forces for a healthy cause. Dance Fitness Party Houston (DFPH) celebrates the launch of a nationwide family fitness initiative at the prestigious George Foreman Youth and Community Center from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. on March 5 at 2202 Lone Oak Road, Houston, Texas 77093. Sponsored by the [...]

Houston Fashion Designer Unveils The DeannaMichel Collection

February 8th, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MEDIA CONTACT: Phyllis J. Bailey – 281-438-0985 or Sarni Jaye – 1-757-932-5446 HOUSTON-- FEBRUARY 8, 2016 -- Houston fashion designer Deanna Laster will bring an eclectic blend of classic and cutting edge fashions to the runway as she unveils her women’s apparel line, The DEANNAMICHEL Collection.This invitation-only event, with sponsorships from Style on Demand, The Root Boutique Hair Salon and LAMIK Beauty, will take place 3-6 p.m. on February 28 at a private venue. The fashion showcase will give attendees the first look at the emerging designer’s highly anticipated clothing line. Pieces from her DEANNAMICHEL [...]

Mommy & Me Vision Board Party & Expo Tour Kicks Off in Houston

January 20th, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Sarni Jaye, 1-757-932-5446, sarni@sarnij.com Emmy Award - winning producer of The Steve Harvey Show, 10 year old winner of ABC's Shark Tank, and a panel of dynamic child and adult entrepreneurs will speak at the Jan. 30 event. HOUSTON, Jan. 20, 2016 - Celebrity event planner and CEO of Millionaire Mommy Society, Sherrie Walton and empowerment speaker, Joan Wright Good, are on a mission to inspire women and their daughters to pursue their dreams. The enterprising business moguls are embarking on a five-city "Mommy & Me Vision Board Party & Expo" tour with stops in Houston, Atla[...]

Celebrity Charity Comedy Show Helps Revive New Orleans Post Katrina

January 13th, 2016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Sarni Jaye, 1-757-932-5446, sarni@sarnij.com New Orleans, Jan 13, 2016 - A tour de force of comedy aims to help bring life and laughter back to New Orleans a decade after Hurricane Katrina dealt its devastating blow. Expect a night of hilarious performances as show headliner Rodney Perry of The Monique Show and Tyler Perry’s Madea’s Big Happy Family joins forces with Houston comedienne Crystal Powell and New Orleans comic Shaddy Feel Good—voted as one of Louisiana’s funniest comics—for a MLK Comedy Showdown in the Big Easy.The one-night-only performance comes to New Orleans to promote resto[...]

Houston Author Gives Women the Secret to Unlimited Pleasure and Power

November 17th, 2015

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE What if the reality is that until you allow yourself to have what you want, you will continue to go around in circles like some lab-rat on a treadmill? Are you ready to get off the treadmill now? Are you ready to demonstrate behavior equal to your true intelligence as a "Being" having a human experience, or would you like to continue doing what humans do when they forget that they are "Beings" in human form? Are you ready to prove to yourself that whatever is inside of you is greater than whatever is outside of you? If you're ready, and only if you're ready, then please proceed forward. HOUSTON [...]

"Celebs Give Back" Celebrates Houston Chapter Launch

October 24th, 2015

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE HOUSTON - Oct. 24, 2015 - Celebs Give Back, a national nonprofit that connects powerhouse celebrities, community leaders and business owners together to make a difference in the community, is making its way to Houston. The nonprofit, founded in Atlanta, is hosting an official launch party to celebrate the opening of its Houston chapter, from 7:30 - 9:00 p.m. Oct. 29 at Belvedere, 1131 Uptown Park Blvd. in Houston. Founder Aniah Denise planted the seeds for the nonprofit in 2011 after coordinating a community outreach initiative called "Hope for the Holidays" to provide toys to victims of Hurricane Irene and the[...]

Local Non-Profit Brings Education and Healing Through the Arts During National Depression Awareness Month

October 5th, 2015

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Sarni Jaye, 1-757-932-5446, sarni@sarnij.com HOUSTON - Oct. 5, 2015 - Nonprofit organization Shamelessly Saved Productions is bringing the characters from Charmette Jones’ recently published book to life in the inspirational stage play, My Heart and Hope. The play portrays issues of pain, depression and unforgiveness as a family deals with soul-shattering secrets that threaten to tear them apart. The youth-focused nonprofit, founded by Jones, seeks to bring healing through the dramatic arts. The federal government has recognized October as National Depression Education and Awar[...]

Nonprofit Hosts Events for Single-Parent Families in September

September 11th, 2015

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE HOUSTON - Sept. 14, 2015 - Percy L. Kennedy, Jr. has turned his journey as a single parent into an opportunity to serve others. As the founder of Single Parents Igniting Relationships in Truth (SPIRIT), Inc., Kennedy, and his leadership team have joined forces to provide a network of resources, tools and support to empower and uplift single parents and their children. During the month of September, single-parent families are invited to participate in a variety of activities, hosted in partnership with Kids First Parents Second Resources, designed to educate, engage and entertain this growing demographic. Eve[...]

Comedy Show Shares the Healing Power of Laughter

September 2nd, 2015

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Sarni Jaye, 1-757-932-5446, sarni@sarnij.com HOUSTON - SEPTEMBER 2, 2015 - Comedian Crystal Powell is on a mission to share the healing power of laughter as she joins forces with a powerhouse line up of comedians for a good cause – suicide prevention. Powell, who has appeared on ABC and Fox News to discuss the impact laughter has on one’s health and well being, will host Crystal’s Comedy Corner at 8 p.m. on Sept. 18 at the Joke Joint Comedy Showcase at 11560 Fuqua St in Houston. The all-female lineup includes, NBC’s Last Comic Standing star Aida Rodriguez, Zainab Johnson from BET’s “Hell Da[...]

Houston Author Tackles the Issue of Child Abuse and Unforgiveness in New Book

August 26th, 2015

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Sarni Jaye, 1-757-932-5446, sarni@sarnij.com HOUSTON, TX-- AUGUST 26, 2015-- Houston author and speaker, Charmette Jones, tackles the issues of child abuse, unforgiveness and an unrepentant heart in her new book, “My Heart and the Holy Spirit – Surrounded by Hell.” The fictional book takes a realistic look at the devastation that unfolds when the buried pain of a father’s abandonment leaves the main character, Anita, prey to a pastor who tries to sexually abuse her, and transforms her from victim to abuser. Inspired to write the book in response to a painful divorce that left her bitter[...]

Stylist to the Stars Touches Down in Houston!

April 27th, 2015

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Sarni Jaye, 1-757-932-5446, sarni@sarnij.com Celebrity fashion stylist Tameka Raymond visits Houston May 9th during her multicity tour HOUSTON - APRIL 27, 2015—Calling all fashion and beauty mavens, or those ready for an image overhaul, celebrity stylist Tameka Raymond is coming to Houston May 9th as part of her 14-city STYLE THEORY tour. Raymond has enjoyed a successful career in the fashion industry for more than two decades, and is now spreading her knowledge during this national tour. Raymond was a cast member of VH1’s “Celebrity Exes,” but started her journey to stardom as a student at[...]

Charity, Celebrity Events Honor National Humor Month

April 14th, 2015

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE All-star comic Rodney Perry, comedienne Crystal Powell and friends host charitable events in Houston April 23-26 HOUSTON - APRIL 14, 2015—The statement “laughter is the best medicine” may be more than a cliché. April is National Humor Month, and Americans are taking time out from their hectic lives to simply, laugh. NationalHumor Month was founded in 1976 by best-selling author Larry Wilde, Director of The Carmel Institute of Humor. The observance was designed to bring national awareness to the therapeutic value of laughter. Houston-based comedienne Crystal Powell has joined forces with national comics and charitie[...]

Common's Nobody's Smiling Tour Hits Houston

December 10th, 2014

We were thrilled to have the exclusive opportunity to coordinate media for the Houston leg of award-winning artist Common's Nobody's Smiling tour. The tour features Jay Electronica and is in tandem with Common's 10th album, Nobody’s Smiling, which was released in July. Common has been off the touring scene for many years focusing on his acting and other pursuits, so the city of Houston was honored to be one of his chosen destinations. Check out some of the digital media coverage below, including the exclusive pre-concert interview we arranged with Rita Garcia of Fox 26 at a private location, as well as a few of the post-concert interviews we [...]

Hollywood Star Returns to His Roots

October 27th, 2014

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Sarni Jaye, 1-757-932-5446, sarni@sarnij.com Actor Romany Malco gives back to fans, community in Baytown, Texas during three-day event HOUSTON - OCTOBER 27, 2014—Television and film star Romany Malco returns to Baytown, Texas November 6-8 to meet fans and speak to students during his three-day “Back to Baytown” event. Malco was raised in both the Caribbean and New York, but moved to Texas as a teen. He spent his formative years in Baytown (approximately 22 miles east of downtown Houston), graduating from Sterling High School. Malco went on to form a successful music career, which eventually le[...]

Female Comics Band Together to Benefit Breast Cancer

October 22nd, 2014

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For Media Inquiries Contact: Sarni Jaye, (757)-932-5446, sarni@sarnij.com Houston - October 21, 2014—Houston’s hottest female comics join forces in honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (NBCAM). The show entitled “Men All Pause,” a play on the word “menopause,” refers to a period in a comedienne’s life where her talent peaks and she displays hot flashes of comedic brilliance. The event features an all-female lineup of performers who have appeared on top platforms such as HBO’s Def Comedy Jam, Comedy Central, BET’s ComicView, NickMom Night Out, and The Monique Show. The ensemble cast was formed to promote [...]

Brand and Expand Workshop Series Launched in Houston!

May 20th, 2014

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE HOUSTON - May 20, 2014 - Ever wished you had a friend that worked for Oprah? Can't tell the difference between a brand and marketing? No need to worry, in a response to the influx of questions from people eager to start their own brands or obtain media coverage for their current businesses, a solution was formed. Brand and Expand was designed for savvy professionals looking to enhance their message, brand their business and gain favorable press. Houstonians Vannessa Wade and Sarni Jaye have teamed up for an evening of interactive media training fun that's sure to ignite business! Their clients have been featured i[...]

Iyanla Vanzant Inspires National Production Warning Students About the Impact of Social Media

April 21st, 2014

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Sarni Jaye, 1-757-932-5446, sarni@sarnij.com An ambitious celebrity publicist unravels when an online rumor triggers offline consequences. Image is everything--until reality crashes the party. HOUSTON-APRIL 21, 2014-- What happens when the carefully constructed worlds people build up come crashing down? The dynamic stageplay The Black Social Network explores this very issue. The play is aprt satire, part soap opera, and part social commentary. It takes a view into the lives of publicist Eva James, who clings to the old ways of communication, and Jasmine, who clings to her s[...]

Celebrity Authors Inspire Young Writers to Reach Their Dreams

September 10th, 2013

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: The 2013 Author's Networking Summit Connects Published Authors with Aspiring Youth. Houston, TX - September 10, 2013 - The Master Communicator’s Writing Services™ will hold its fourth annual Authors Networking Summit on Saturday, October 5, 2013 at Talento Bilingüe de Houston (TBH). Over the last four years, the Summit and its supporting workshops and webinars have equipped hundreds of aspiring writers with tools to pursue their literary dreams. This year's event will benefit youth literacy. Attending the event will be celebrity authors and key influencers in the publishing industry, along with adul[...]