…these were the opening words of a powerful woman who has been on a crusade to bring pride, awareness, and empowerment to women for decades. I had the great fortune of spending yesterday evening with Eve Ensler -the activist, the free thinker, the award winning writer of The Vagina Monologues.
For the third year, VISION Photography was the official photographer for the V-Day Atlanta Until the Violence Stops Annual Events. This year, I was honored to also be extended the invitation by V-Day Atlanta to be on the host/planning committee for organizing the entire event.

The evening started with a private dinner with Eve. This dinner was held at The Chelko Foundation. The setting was perfect for such an event. Special Thanks to Randi Layne and Ken Goldwasser. The evening continued with a benefit concert at The Warren City Club in the Virgina Highlands with musical and spoken word performances by Roxy Watson, Arlington Priest, and Def Poetry Slam Poet Gina Loring. The event was hosted by Dres the Beatnik. Sup Dres? Special thanks to Kristi Warren.

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I have the privilge to work on this great event! A fund raiser to help the women of the Congo; many of whom are raped on a daily basis. Chairs are Eve Ensler, Jane Fonda, Laura Turner-Seydel and Pat Mitchell. Check out the flyer and if you are in town on Feb 9th be sure to come.

Join us as we raise awareness about violence in the Democratic Republic of Congo and V-Day’s special new facility, the City of Joy in Bukavu.

Help us change the story of women in Congo be a part of the worldwide movement to end violence against women and girls. To learn more about the City of Joy, visit www.vday.org

Co-Chairs Jane Fonda | Pat Mitchell | Laura Turner Seydel
Host Committee Angie Allen | Phyllis Abramson | Wendy Babchin | Glenn Bean | Mary Beth Byram | Wendy Belkin | Linda Bryant | Enid Draluck | Ken Goldwasser | Katie Graham | Jade Guanchez | Alyson Hoag | Stephanie Jolluck | Leslie Koerdt | Randi Layne | Gina Loring | Carlton Mackey | Adam Malm | Maggie Mermin | Carol Moore | Lewis Perkins | Kim Singer | Kristi Warren Evans

Special thanks to the Chelko Foundation, the Warren City Club and the Emory Center for Ethics.
Contact – Nikki Noto, nikki@vday.org

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Hello All,

I will step out on good faith today and thank you in advance for your willingness to assist in supporting the SOS Children’s Villages’ Haiti emergency relief effort. Our children need us today as many are suffering from lack of food, water and shelter. I have attached a brief overview of SOS serving the people of Haiti and ways in  which the public (you) can help.

Please follow the link to the SOS Children’s Villages USA website for a clear overview of the relief efforts and for a safe and secure link to make donations: www.sos-usa.org.

Time is of the essence in getting the much needed help to all who have been affected by this crisis and we can’t tell you how much your support means to the children of Haiti. Irene BaileyPresident, The Atlanta Committee SOS Children’s Villages USA, sends the below message.

Sincerely,

Glenn Bean
Glenn Bean PR and Brand Management
404-475-5607

SCLC/W.O.M.E.N., INC.
Women’s Organizational Movement for Equality Now

WHAT
SCLC Women’s Organizational Movement for Equality Now (W.O.M.E.N.), Inc, will hosting its
 
 31st Anniversary Celebration
Drum Major for Justice Awards Dinner
In conjunction with
Strengthening the Black Family Conference
 
WHEN – 2010
April 1 & 2       Strengthening the Black Family Conference
April 3             31st Anniversary Celebration Drum Major for Justice Awards Dinner
 
WHERE
The new Loews Hotel
1100 Spring St. NW
Atlanta, GA 30309
Both conference and dinner will be held at the Loews Hotel
WHO
SCLC/ Women’s Organizational Movement for Equality Now, Inc. (W.O.M.E.N.) was founded in 1979 by Mrs. Evelyn Gibson Lowery, to champion the rights of women, children, families, and responding to the problems of the disenfranchised regardless of ethnicity, gender, age, or religion. Evelyn Lowery is one of America’s most respected civil rights leaders. SCLC W.O.M.E.N. Inc. is an independent 501c(3) nonprofit organization and its scope is worldwide, focusing on human rights concerns and transcending national boundaries. The organization includes members from different denominations and accepts girls and women of any race, nationality, or culture.

Benefactors of the Conference
African American families primarily in the Atlanta Georgia Area
Youth: 1-18 years of age
College Age Students: 18-25 years of age
Young Adults & Adults 25+ years of age
 
WHY
In 1980, Mrs. Lowery created the Drum Major for Justice Awards Dinner to honor those who have contributed to improving the lives of others through various mediums – arts, education, entertainment, etc. Its list of recipients includes Bill Cosby, Oprah Winfrey, Rosa Parks, Maya Angelou, the Tuskegee Airmen and many, many more. The Drum Major for Justice Awardees are recognized for their contributions to the cause of freedom, equality, and achievement in their professional fields.  In addition to hosting the Drum Major for Justice Awards Dinner, SCLC W.O.M.E.N., Inc. and its partners will host a national conference with the theme Strengthening the Black Families that will focus on the areas of health, education, economics, and parenting. 
Goals of the Strengthening the Black Family Conference
Goal 1: Provide programs and services to assist individuals (target group women and children) in low income areas improve life skills in the areas of health, education, employment training, and parenting
Goal 2:  Provide mentoring services to youth
Goal 3:  Provide services to strengthen the African American family
Goal 4:  Promote pride in heritage and culture
 
Contact:
Glenn Bean
Glenn Bean PR and Management Firm
(O) 404-591-5705
(C) 917-723-6902

W. Glenn Bean currently serves as president of VIPDistinct premium concierge service, a role in which he is responsible for the company’s overall planning and day-to-day operations. He is also the founder and president of Glenn Bean PR and Management, a public relations firm responsible for assisting clients in the development of successful marketing strategies.

Mr. Bean boasts an impressive résumé that features a vast array of educational and professional accomplishments. After receiving his bachelor’s degree from Acadia University in Nova Scotia, Canada, Bean went on to graduate with a master’s degree in business administration from Pepperdine University in Los Angeles, California. He also completed the American Institute of Banking Program before working with the Bermuda Department of Tourism (BDOT). Prior to his association with VIPDistinct and Glenn Bean PR, Mr. Bean served as the BDOT’s global sales and marketing director while simultaneously completing a number of business-related graduate courses at the University of Connecticut. His professional duties while with the BDOT included overseeing various operations from New York City, opening the BDOT office in Washington, D.C., and serving in management positions in both Boston and Los Angeles.

Mr. Bean has served in a number of important roles. He is a Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce ambassador, a member of the Atlanta Metropolitan Black Chamber of Commerce Marketing Committee, a member of the Business and Economic Council, and holds the distinction of being designated a Multinational Executive by the U.S. government. In addition, Mr. Bean has worked as a consultant for Glenn Mark & Associates, served on the Bermuda Alliance for Tourism Marketing Committee, been a board member for New York’s Woman of Great Esteem, and was on the executive board of Celebration Community Choir. He has also served as executive administrator for Citadel of Love Church and been an active volunteer with the AIDS Project of Los Angeles.

In recent years, Mr. Bean has made his mark as both a promoter and a philanthropist. He has appeared on the hit show “Real Housewives of Atlanta,” promoted esteemed author Traci Howard’s 2009 book launch event, and co-produced Sheree Whitfield’s “She by Sheree” fashion show.  Bean has promoted events in nine different countries spanning North America, the Caribbean, and Europe. Among these events have been the Bermuda Music Festival, Bermuda Love Festival, Indiana Black Expo, and Fashion Week (New York City). Mr. Bean also regularly works with non-profit organizations and charitable foundations. He currently sits on the boards of both the Boys2Men Foundation and Teach One Academy. Mr. Bean’s latest endeavor has been to establish a weekly discussion group designed to meet the needs of African American women.

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Hello All!

Glenn Bean PR & Management keeps getting awesome projects to promote! Here is another: Stan Clemons makes his debut of his monologue presentation “Penile Soliloquies” at Vino Libro, Thursday, October, 29^th @ 7 pm. I hope to see you there!

Okay ladies, you had the ‘Vagina Monologues’, now there’s the ‘Penile Soliloquies’…

Ladies and Gentlemen – you are cordially invited to experience the poetic monologue that will rock you to your boots! Come and experience for yourself a  debut of a rhythmical production that deals with the most sensitive issue… At this debut and showcase, the ‘penile’ subject is dealt with fundamentally, frankly and poetically. If you are interested in attending, please RSVP to soliloquies@vipdistinct.com.

There is no door charge, so be sure to come and bring a friend!

The Penile Soliloquies Makes Its Debut In Atlanta

http://thepenilesoliloquies.com

Atlanta, GA, Monday, October 26, 2009 – The Penile Soliloquies, a series of stories and commentary on sensitive issues affecting the male species, takes center stage in Atlanta for an introductory performance on Thursday, October 29, 2009.

Life from a male point of view is often thought about but rarely spoken in a public forum…until now. The Penile Soliloquies is a collection of over 20 short monologues, written from the male perspective, to teach men and women about love, emotions, relationships, egos and the sometimes vicious cycles of life we learn from our elders.

Written and produced by Stan Clemons, the debut reading to an intimate audience will be held from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Vino Libro, a specialty wine retailer/eatery located in trendy Glenwood Park. The reading will begin promptly at 8 p.m. and will include seven pieces from the collection entitled Blue Collar Brotha, Honey Do Man, Who’s Afraid of the “M” Word, Hung, Clueless, Just Like My Daddy and A Seasoned Man.

This Soliloquies is rated L for Life and was created to not only entertain but also share lessons on the complexities of relationships ranging from sexual frustration to self esteem to philandering. This production will fascinate audiences as it portrays an intimate look of issues we all face but seldom acknowledge.  Sex, abuse, integrity, infidelity, and the discontent caused by asymmetrical communication between the two sexes are just some of the controversial subjects brought to life as they are woven throughout the Soliloquies.

“Most of the plays and books that delve into the intricacies of relationships are generally from the female perspective, so I thought the time had come to hear the male version of the sexual paradigm,” explains Clemons who was inspired from his life experiences as both a married man for 25 years followed by a single one for 17. “I started writing them over 10 years ago after much soul searching and candid conversations with other men. I could write a book from all that I experienced, but instead I chose this forum as I see myself as a seasoned man giving back what I have learned over the years.”

The Soliloquies give men the opportunity to say what’s on their mind both above and below the belt.  Women will find the Penile Soliloquies intriguing as it defines the role that they play while examining the results of their decisions and standards.  Through music and poetry that entices the senses, the soliloquies serve as an outlet for men seeking a peaceful medium to speak candidly to their women. Unlike women, most men tend to find themselves very alone in their relationship struggles, so the male audience welcomes the opportunity to hear from other men who share their experiences.

Without question, the Soliloquies stimulate great discussion among friends, lovers and families; therefore, they will soon be available on CD and iTunes in an effort to educate, particularly African-American young men, who often struggle on managing relationships, giving and receiving love and communicating as a whole.

RSVP

Soliloquies@vipdistinct.com

Contact:

Glenn Bean

VIPDistinct

Phone: 404-591-5705

www.VIPDistinct.com

wgbean@vipdistinct.com

Atlanta, GA, Tuesday, May 14, 2009  From the collection of finely-crafted garments reminiscent of an era and elegance to the electrifying entertainment, Tuesday nights star-studded, red carpet affair was reflective of a high energy, international fashion show and the birthing of the fashion worlds newest star: Sheree Whitfield.

The highly anticipated fashion event, The Evolution Of She: 50s glamour meets 21st century sophistication, was held at Atlantas W Hotel on Tuesday, May 12, 2009 and was one of the citys most sought after invites. Supported by her co-stars of The Real Housewives of Atlanta, Lisa Wu Hartwell, Kandi Burress, Nene Leakes, Kim Zolciak and Dwight Eubanks, Ms. Whitfield proved to her critics and fans alike that she deserves the title: Fashion Designer.

With her eyes set on revolutionizing Atlantas fashion landscape, Ms. Whitfield enlisted the services of international fashion expert and reality television star, Dwight Eubanks, who immediately secured the services of his publicist and PR manager, Glenn Bean. With Beans eye for detail and Eubanks extensive fashion background and panache, the two were a partnership to truly reckon with. VIPDistinct is a powerful force in the luxury event planning market, explains Eubanks. Partnering with Glenn Bean of VIPDistinct provided the medium to take the show to a higher level and reach the sophistication and influence She By Sheree needed.