influenza of 2012

International Salon & Spa Expo (ISSE) Long Beach January 28-30, 2012Long Beach Convention...

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 00:43:00 -0500

International Salon & Spa Expo (ISSE) Long Beach
January 28-30, 2012
Long Beach Convention Center

The West Coast’s biggest and best beauty event, the International Salon & Spa Expo (ISSE) Long Beach, once again took over Long Beach to kick off the professional beauty show season.

Event Hightlights and Featured Companies:

Entertainment Tonight’s Nancy O’Dell unveiled the New RUSK Being Sexy Collection at ISSE Long Beach.

J’s Hair Studio & Academy showcased their Mystic Fantasy “Tokyo Trend 2012” presentation.

Models in Amazing Costumes at the PBA booth.

Thanks to Brad & Yvette at Y Public Relations for ISSE Long Beach.

PHOTO COVERAGE on Facebook

ISSE Long Beach 2012

ISSE LB 2012 - J’s Hair Studio

ISSE LB 2012 - Bonus Photos

Event Hightlights and Featured Companies:

Entertainment Tonight’s Nancy O’Dell unveiled the New RUSK Being Sexy Collection at ISSE Long Beach.

J’s Hair Studio & Academy showcased their Mystic Fantasy “Tokyo Trend 2012” presentation.

Models in Amazing Costumes at the PBA booth.

Media Coverage: Influenza Online magazine
www.influenzaonline.net
Photo Credits: Dewan P. and Dharmesh S. Pardiwala (malkaus)
Credentials/Thank You’s:
Brad & Yvette at Y Public Relations for ISSE Long Beach

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Influenza Online Magazine strongly encourages and supports eco friendly, animal friendly, and health conscious products/ clothing/ services. This means non-leather and faux fur.

*All photos and images are property of Influenza Online magazine © 2011 www.influenzaonline.net

Influenza Online magazine is a project of the Elephantman Foundation www.elephantman.org

Public Advisory

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 18:01:00 -0500

You can find us covering these influential events (depending on our schedule)

The Makeup Show LA
March 17-18, 2012
California Market Center, Los Angeles, CA

The Makeup Show LA will bring beauty and fashion pros inside tips from top industry artists, new beauty products, and exclusive offers.

The show offers an unparalleled lineup of education and appearances from top beauty professionals and focuses on career building and networking within the makeup community. The show provides a unique experience for the makeup professional to network directly from the best in the business.

For additional information on The Makeup Show LA, please visit www.themakeupshow.com

Progressive International Motorcycle Shows | Influenza LA December 9-11, 2011 Long Beach Convention...

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 03:44:00 -0500

Progressive International Motorcycle Shows | Influenza LA
December 9-11, 2011
Long Beach Convention Center

The Progressive International Motorcycle Shows took over Southern California December 9-11, at the Long Beach Convention Center! From Ducati to Kawasaki, the motorcycle extravaganza featured hundreds of the latest motorcycles, ultra high-end tricked-out choppers, thrilling live motorcycle stunt shows from reality TV stars The Smage Brothers (America’s Got Talent), bike unveils and more.

Thanks to Spin PR for Progressive International Motorcycle Shows Media Day and Public Days access.

PHOTO COVERAGE on Facebook

New model lineups and representatives from legendary to the latest motorcycle manufacturers were on site to answer questions and provide information on the latest motorcycles, products and education.

Event Hightlights and Featured Companies:

Ducati Fashion Show, The Smage Brothers Stunt Show, Progressive Insurance Booth Motorcycle Photo Op, Free Prizes, Custom Design T-Shirts, Free Seminars, Toys for Tots Truck

Brammo - New 100% Electric Motorcycle company

Can-Am Roadster - Open-Road trike that’s a cross between a motorcycle and a convertible sports car.

Harley Davidson Demo Ride, Triumph, Victory, Kawasaki Ninja

About Progressive International Motorcycle Shows:
The Progressive International Motorcycle Shows are produced by Advanstar Communications, the leading worldwide media company providing integrated marketing solutions for the fashion, life sciences and powersports industries.

Media Coverage: Influenza Online magazine
www.influenzaonline.net
Photo Credits: Dewan P. and Dharmesh S. Pardiwala (malkaus)
Credentials/Thank You’s:
Spin PR for Media Day and Public Days access

Important Notes: For private use and viewing only. You are free to share these photos. Please contact email: info@influenzaonline.net for further requests, questions, and/or comments.

Influenza Online Magazine strongly encourages and supports eco friendly, animal friendly, and health conscious products/ clothing/ services. This means non-leather and faux fur.

*All photos and images are property of Influenza Online magazine © 2011 www.influenzaonline.net

Influenza Online magazine is a project of the Elephantman Foundation www.elephantman.org

PUBLIC ADVISORY

Mon, 02 Jan 2012 17:51:59 -0500

You can find us covering these influential events (depending on our schedule)

Get With It … Get Healthy
February 17, 2012
Balboa Bay Club in Newport Beach, CA

Learn how to eat right, get organized, and stay active without fad dieting or crazy regimens that never last. ICMAD is hosting its inaugural health and wellness event, Get With It … Get Healthy, which will benefit Look Good Feel Better®.

ICMAD announces that celebrity fitness trainer, Kathy Kaehler, will host the day with three life-centric sessions that incorporate nutrition, health, and maintaining a fit lifestyle.

The event will host a Beauty Bar with nail, makeup, lash, and skin stations, at reduced costs that will also benefit the charity. Guests also can bid on an array of silent auction items throughout the day.

For additional information on Get With It … Get Healthy and to register, please visit www.icmad.org

2012 Cosmetic Technical Regulatory Forum
February 16, 2012
Balboa Bay Club in Newport Beach, CA

ICMAD’s Cosmetic Technical/Regulatory Forum is an event that provides attendees with necessary and relevant information on today’s regulatory and legislative news.

For additional information on the 2012 Cosmetic Technical Regulatory Forum and to register, please visit www.icmad.org

LA AUTO SHOW | INFLUENZA LA Nov. 18-27, 2011LA Convention...

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 16:53:00 -0500

LA AUTO SHOW | INFLUENZA LA

Nov. 18-27, 2011
LA Convention Center
www.laautoshow.com

As the first major North American auto show of the season, the 2011 LA Auto Show hosted some of the industry’s most important new vehicle debuts and set the tone for the rest of the year.

World & North American Debuts, Futuristic Concept Cars, Exotic Sports & Luxury Cars. More than 50 vehicle debuts on Press Days along with Test Drives of latest vehicles on Public Days.

Thanks to the LA Auto Show, Rogers Ruder Finn and Yokohama Media Center for Press Days sneak preview and Public Days access.

Pacific Media Expo (PMX) November 11-13, 2011LAX...

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0500

Pacific Media Expo (PMX)

November 11-13, 2011
LAX Hilton
www.PacificMediaExpo.com

Pacific Media Expo (PMX) is the premiere cross-cultural trade show dedicated to promoting the Pacific Rim’s entertainment and media industries.

It is “the” event for Cosplay!

PMX is focused on cultural exports such as anime, music, live action films, fashion, and manga/comics. PMX is also a showplace for two new generations in entertainment: Asian-American joint media projects and Asian-American artists.

Thanks to PMX Press Department.

“New Decade, New Horizons” TiECon 2011 | Influenza LA November...

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0500

“New Decade, New Horizons” TiECon 2011 | Influenza LA
November 5th, 2011
Hyatt Regency, Long Beach, CA

TiECon 2011 was TiE Southern California’s signature annual conference bringing together some 1000 entrepreneurs, corporate executives, and business professionals for a good combination of substantive conversation and peer networking. The agenda featured several keynote/plenary discussions and a number of smaller break-out panels, with plenty of time for informal exchange.

Distinguished Speakers:

Ashok Rao, Chairman of TiE Global Board
James Zukin, Co-founder and Senior Managing Director of HoulihanLokey
Henrik Fisker, CEO, Fisker Automotive

Featured Panels:

Hollywood & Bollywood Get Engaged (With Resha Dordi of Showbiz India) and Opportunities in South Asia

Showcasing Companies:

Ziba Beauty and Fisker

Thanks to TieCon, Deepa, and The Chugh Firm.

Clean Tech India Conference | Influenza OC October 27-28, 2011...

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 19:00:00 -0500

Clean Tech India Conference | Influenza OC
October 27-28, 2011
Irvine Marriott

Clean Tech India Conference was held over a two day period on Oct 27th and 28th in Irvine, CA. This event was designed to offer participants the opportunity to present technologies, exchange ideas, network and gain insights on doing business in renewable energy as India sets to deploy $1T into this market. Panelists and speakers from exciting US companies and researchers showcased their technology. Attendees were given a unique chance to meet and collaborate with Indian and US industrial leaders and investors.

OC International Auto Show | Influenza OC September 22-25,...

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 18:16:00 -0500

OC International Auto Show | Influenza OC

September 22-25, 2011
Anaheim Convention Center

The Orange County International Auto Show — the best place to check out the hottest new cars and trucks, super exotics, tricked-out rides & more!

Sneak preview of all that is hot on four wheels on OC International Auto Show Media Day before the show opened to the public.

Special Attractions on public days like the L.A. Laker Girls, Hooters’ Miss OC International Auto Show Contest, King Robota roaming the show floor, Hank the Ford Robot at the Ford display, and the hottest swimsuit contest in the OC, the Swimsuit International Model Search.

Thanks to Spin PR for OC Auto Show sneak preview on Media Day and Public Days access.

PUBLIC ADVISORY

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0400

You can find us covering these influential events (depending on our schedule)

International Salon & Spa Expo (ISSE)
January 28-30, 2012
Long Beach Convention Center
probeauty.org/isselb

The West Coast’s biggest and best beauty event, the International Salon & Spa Expo (ISSE) Long Beach, will once again take over Long Beach, California, January 28 - 30, 2012 to kick off the professional beauty show season. Produced by the Professional Beauty Association (PBA), ISSE Long Beach has evolved beyond the traditional “hair show” and is a complete beauty event relating to hair, nails, cosmetics, esthetics, wellness, massage, and advanced education.

For additional information on ISSE Long Beach and to purchase tickets, please visit probeauty.org/isselb

THE PROGRESSIVE INTERNATIONAL MOTORCYCLE SHOW
December 9-11, 2011
Long Beach Convention Center
www.motorcycleshows.com

The Progressive International Motorcycle Shows takes over Southern California December 9-11, at the Long Beach Convention Center! From Ducati to Kawasaki, this motorcycle extravaganza will feature hundreds of the latest motorcycles, ultra high-end tricked-out choppers, thrilling live motorcycle stunt shows from reality TV stars The Smage Brothers (America’s Got Talent), bike unveils and more.

New model lineups and representatives from legendary to the latest motorcycle manufacturers will be on site to answer questions and provide information on the latest motorcycles, products and education. The Progressive International Motorcycle Shows are produced by Advanstar Communications, the leading worldwide media company providing integrated marketing solutions for the fashion, life sciences and powersports industries.

“New Decade, New Horizons” TiECon 2011
November 5th, 2011
Hyatt Regency, Long Beach, CA

TiECon 2011 is TiE Southern California’s signature annual conference bringing together some 1000 entrepreneurs, corporate executives, and business professionals for a good combination of substantive conversation and peer networking. The agenda features several keynote/plenary discussions and a number of smaller break-out panels, with plenty of time for informal exchange.

Distinguished Speakers:

Ashok Rao, Chairman of TiE Global Board
James Zukin, Co-founder and Senior Managing Director of HoulihanLokey
Henrik Fisker, CEO, Fisker Automotive

To Register, Click Here

CLEAN TECH INDIA CONFERENCE
October 27-28, 2011
Irvine Marriott

Clean Tech India Conference will be held over a two day period on Oct 27th and 28th in Irvine, CA. This event is designed to offer participants the opportunity to present technologies, exchange ideas, network and gain insights on doing business in renewable energy as India sets to deploy $1T into this market. Panelists and speakers from exciting US companies and researchers will be showcasing their technology. Attendees will be given a unique chance to meet and collaborate with Indian and US industrial leaders and investors.

To register and to get more information, visit the following website http://365consultant.com/events.html

OC FASHION WEEK OPEN MODEL CALL
September 30, 2011
Microsoft Store at South Coast Plaza
www.ocfashionweek.com

OC Fashion Week Committee along with Influenza Online Magazine is casting for its upcoming OC Fashion Week Photoshoot and Campaign. This is a unique opportunity to be selected by the OC Fashion Week Committee, whose members include editor and pro fashion photography team at Influenza Online Magazine. For more info, please visit the model call page at www.ocfashionweek.com/modelcall.

This event is free and open to the public with a $5 suggested online donation to benefit the ElephantMan Foundation whose mission is to raise inner beauty awareness in the fashion & entertainment communities.

Click here to Register Now!

2011 US OPEN OF SURFING
July 30 - August 7, 2011
Huntington Beach, CA
www.usopenofsurfing.com

The US Open of Surfing with title sponsor Nike and presenting sponsors Hurley, Converse and Nike 6.0 - make up the world’s largest youth culture and action sport festival. On the large stretch of sand on the south side of Huntington Beach Pier, the Nike US Open of Surfing showcases the best in surf, skate, BMX, music, fashion and art.

OPEN MODEL CALL @ South Coast Plaza OC Fashion Week

Mon, 29 Aug 2011 20:30:27 -0400

OPEN MODEL CALL @ South Coast Plaza OC Fashion Week

THE SWIM COLLECTIVE SHOW | INFLUENZA OCAugust 2-3, 2011 at The...

Mon, 22 Aug 2011 01:53:08 -0400

THE SWIM COLLECTIVE SHOW | INFLUENZA OC

August 2-3, 2011 at The Balboa Bay Club and Resort, Newport Beach, CA

Presented by the California Swimwear Association with Executive Show Director Shannon Leggett, the Swim Collective presented 200 juried swimwear collections to an audience of better boutiques, swimwear specialty, department stores and press. The luxurious Balboa Bay Club & Resort in Newport Beach was the host venue and a picturesque backdrop for showcasing beautiful swimwear. The show ran during the US Open of Surfing in Huntington Beach, largest surfing event in the country, which we also covered.

Thanks to Shannon Leggett, Kelly Taylor and Kelly Crabtree for Swim Collective.

CHOCOLATE: THE EVENT | INFLUENZA OCJuly 29-31, 2011 at Downtown...

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 02:47:00 -0400

CHOCOLATE: THE EVENT | INFLUENZA OC

July 29-31, 2011 at Downtown Anaheim and UltraLuxe Cinemas in Anaheim GardenWalk

The 1st annual, Chocolate: The Event. Best lineup with top celebrity chefs, fashionistas, live bands and major stars. Not only was the event the sweetest party of the year for Orange County but the proceeds directly benefited Muzeo and children’s charities.

Throughout the three day festival guests saw some of their favorite celebrity hosts live including Alison Arngrim, who starred as Nellie Olson from Little House on the Prairie and Lynne Curtin from The Real Housewives of Orange County.

Thanks to Lance Perkins for Chocolate: The Event and Sandy Moul for UltraLuxe Cinemas at Anaheim GardenWalk.

Open Model Call / OC Fashion Week Kick-Off

Sat, 06 Aug 2011 13:57:00 -0400

Open Model Call / OC Fashion Week Kick-Off

LJFFF (LA JOLLA FASHION FILM FESTIVAL) | INFLUENZA SD July...

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 18:54:00 -0400

LJFFF (LA JOLLA FASHION FILM FESTIVAL) | INFLUENZA SD

July 29-30, 2011

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego in La Jolla

Produced by Fred Sweet, the La Jolla Fashion Film Festival is the first International Fashion Film Festival founded in North America. Recognizing the emergence of the cinematic genre to the fashion world, LJFFF featured productions from established and emerging fashion houses and film directors, using the film short as both an expression of art and as a way to introduce collections to the marketplace.

Thanks to Fred Sweet for LJFFF

HURLEY’S PHANTOM 4D PARTY AT SALVATION MALIBU | INFLUENZA...

Sat, 30 Jul 2011 17:19:00 -0400

HURLEY’S PHANTOM 4D PARTY AT SALVATION MALIBU | INFLUENZA LA

July 7, 2011 at Salvation Malibu Store, CA

Hurley celebrated the launch of its new Phantom 4D boardshort and limited-edition capsule collection at the VIP opening party of Nike’s new Salvation Malibu store. The Phantom 4D boardshort’s got Nike’s Flywire technology and first-of-its-kind “biomimic” waistband. The famous artist Dalek did the designs for Hurley on this one.

Thanks to Courtney and Melissa for Salvation Malibu/Hurley/Nike.

MISS ASIA USA & MRS. ASIA USA | FASHION SHOW | INFLUENZA...

Mon, 25 Jul 2011 20:15:00 -0400

MISS ASIA USA & MRS. ASIA USA | FASHION SHOW | INFLUENZA LA

July 17, 2011 at the Puente Hills Hyundai in the City of Industry, CA

Launching and Fashion Show for the 23rd Annual Miss Asia USA & Mrs. Asia USA. With special guest appearance models of The 2011 Delegates for Miss Latina Global & Miss Teen Latina Global. Red Carpet photo opps. Featuring costumes by The Parade of National Costumes and swimwear by Malibu Dream Girl Swimwear.

* We would like to welcome Ashley as Influenza Online Magazine’s newest Contributing Student Photographer (see photo).

Thanks to Smita Vasant/ Mrs. Asia USA 2007 and Virgelia Villegas for Miss Asia USA

AM2 CON | INFLUENZA OC July 1-3, 2011 at the Anaheim Convention...

Sun, 10 Jul 2011 18:02:00 -0400

AM2 CON | INFLUENZA OC

July 1-3, 2011 at the Anaheim Convention Center

The very first Anime, Manga, and Music Conference held at the Anaheim Convention Center in Orange County over the holiday weekend kicked off with record attendance while truly catering to its fans. AM2 activities included Exhibit Hall, AMV’s, Arcade, Summer Festival, World Cosplay Summit, Behind the Voice Actors Studio, Rum Party Pirates, Masquerade, Cosplay Chess, Dances, Fashion Shows, Table Top, Console Gaming, AniMaid Café, AniMaid Café Host Club, Workshops, Panels, Concerts and more!

Thanks to Chase at AM2 Con.

DWELL ON DESIGN | INFLUENZA LA June 24-26, 2011 at the LA...

Sun, 10 Jul 2011 17:58:00 -0400

DWELL ON DESIGN | INFLUENZA LA

June 24-26, 2011 at the LA Convention Center

Dwell on Design, the West Coast’s largest Design Event focused on conceptual design and international talent this year, featuring two special exhibits by international design curators designboom, a new awards program that recognized outstanding international design around the world, and a live art performance fresh from the Venice Bienniale show.

Thanks to Haily Zaki for Dwell on Design.

IMATS 2011 | INFLUENZA LA June 25-26, 2011 at the Pasadena...

Sun, 10 Jul 2011 17:52:00 -0400

IMATS 2011 | INFLUENZA LA

June 25-26, 2011 at the Pasadena Convention Center

Throughout the weekend, make-up companies unveiled new products and tools and offered discounts on kit staples. This year’s show featured several new exhibitors—including Norcostco, Anastasia Beverly Hills, Inglot, BodyFX and Napoleon Perdis—as well as IMATS Los Angeles regulars including Make Up For Ever, M.A.C., Nyx and Züca. New development this year was the Face Off panel, featuring contestants from the first season of the make-up effects-based reality show.

Thanks to Heather Wisner at Makeup Magazine/IMATS