For Immediate ReleaseNORTH AMERICAN JOURNALISTS EMBARK ONROCK’IN HEARTS, A CROSS-CULTURAL EDITORIAL MISSION TO EGYPT
CAIRO, EGYPT – FEBRUARY 20, 2008 – A broad-based delegation of journalists and important community leaders from across North America, all united in their quest for enhanced cross-cultural relations, will visit Egypt, the Land of the Pharaohs to meet with key figures from the Egyptian ministries and Tourist Authorities. The delegation will arrive in Cairo on February 26th and depart March 4th. The Rock’in Hearts group led by a continuing cross-cultural initiative of Unique Image, Inc., a marketing boutique specializing in connecting cultures and peoples through philanthropy and targeted programs, will visit all points of Egypt—from Cairo to Abu Simble to Aswan to Luxor to Alexandria. The delegates are eager to learn about the antiquities, heritage and history of one of the richest archeological areas in the world through the eyes of a diverse group incorporating Hispanic, Middle Eastern, Armenian, Canadian, Caucasian and Asian perspectives. The visit is jointly sponsored and organized by Unique Image, with generous support and contribution from the Egyptian Consulate Generals in San Francisco, the Egyptian Tourism Authority and EgyptAir. “This delegation is more than a press trip,” explains Wafa Kanan, publisher of ALO magazine and delegation chair. “The Rock’in Hearts delegation’s central purpose is designed to connect cultures through the lifestyles and commonalities we all share. By bringing a multi-national group of people together and traveling across one of the most exciting lands on Earth, the media and public at large can now see the world through multiple eyes and without bias to culture or status.” Members of the delegation include: - Kerri Kasem, Talk Show Host, Entertainer and Television Celebrity Kasem currently hosts "The Rub" on Si TV. She's also the host of three radio shows including "Racing Rocks" (syndicated on over 120 stations) and , "The Solomon Free Money Hour" on 97.1 KLSX in Los Angeles, and "Pet Talk" with Harrison Forbes also in the L.A. market.
- Wafa Kanan, Publisher, ALO Hayati magazine & President, Unique Image, Inc. As President and CEO, Kanan’ U & I Vision program facilitates a true philanthropic spirit which mirrors her life’s mission of making a worldwide difference. In a journey to write her self experience book about the lifestyle of women in the Middle East, she realized she was on to something special. So, through Unique Image, Kanan was able to invest in a community outreach project and publish one of the most recognized and innovative initiatives in the United States: ALO Hayati magazine.
- Michael Lloyd, Editor, ALO Hayati magazine & Vice President, Unique Image, Inc. As editor-in-chief of America’s top Middle Eastern publication, ALO Hayati, Lloyd learned this community inside and out. Coming from a strong background in journalism, he brings an America perspective to a
- magazine devoted to uniting cultures. The formula is working thus far as ALO now has a readership over 300,00 and can be purchased at Barnes & Noble and Borders bookstores, as well as on board and in VIP lounges at Delta and Kuwait Airlines.
- Bruce Northam, Travel Writer Bruce Northam has reported travelogues from more than 100 countries on every continent. The author and travel columnist lectures on freestyle travel via the Lordly & Dame speaker's bureau at universities, corporate events and Governor's Conferences on Tourism. Now being featured in Hamptons Magazine and New York Newsday.
- Mike Bauer, Travel Writer Michael currently contributes to five upscale magazines across Texas, including ICON (assistant travel editor), Reviewit, Elegant Texan and Elegant Body and several others across Texas and Ohio. He has contributed photography to the book Recipes from Historic Texas, and is currently working on a book on adventure travel. He particularly enjoys remote and exotic locations that provide good photo opportunities and exciting stories for active travelers.
· Ryan Murdock, Travel Writer Murdock's pursuit of travel writing and exploration has taken him to 36 countries to date, including Mongolia, Nicaragua, and North Korea, by Russian jeep, motorcycle, dugout canoe, horse and camel. An Associate Editor of Outpost Magazine, his article "Taklamakan: The Worst Desert in the World" was nominated for a Canadian National Magazine Award in 2006. - Jason George, Photographer George’s award-winning assignments include Jordan, the Artic, West Greenland, Africa, China and all points of the United States. His incredible attention to detail and depth has earned him praise from peers and pundits alike. His recent work can be seen in Outpost Magazine.
- Steve Smith, Travel Writer Smith is a freelance writer who has been traveling internationally for over 20 years. Exploring the wilds of Mexico, adventure touring in Central and South America, he has been contributing stories, pictures, and blogs for In The Know Traveler, a well-known travel web site.
- Harutune Hamassian, Financial Wealth Advisor and President Hamassian Financial Services, Inc. The embodiment of financial giving, Hamassian can be seen at countless region charity events raising money for the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Youth Foundation, West Valley B.O.O.S.T.E.R.S., Muscular Dystrophy Association, CHF International and others.
- Rodri Rodriguez, President and CEO of Rodri Entertainment Inc. A multi-talented artist-producer, Rodriguez is a visionary cultural arts advocate. Her spectacularly creative live event productions, have written a whole new chapter in the world of entertainment. She performs regularly across the United States with her concerts selling out 10,000+ seat arenas.
- Virgelia Villegas, president Virgelia Productions, Inc. & Producer of the Miss Asia USA Pageant Villegas has been instrumental in creating a premiere cultural pageant that attracts Asian-American women in the United States who trace their ancestry to the 59 countries considered part of the Asian continent.
About Unique Image Inc. Unique Image, Inc. is an international communications and print media firm. Our proven ability to design, implement and deliver thriving campaigns, discover imaginative solutions to the corporate, consumer and ethnic marketing worlds while exceeding client expectations has earned us a valued reputation as your partner in consumer and business-to-business media, commercial litho printing and direct mail. Website: www.uniqueimageinc.comTelephone: 818/727-7785Email:
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About EgyptAir
EgyptAir is the world-renowned national airline of Egypt based in the cosmopolitan city of Cairo. For over 75 years, EgyptAir has experienced extraordinary growth and ranked first in airlines in the Middle East and Africa, and seventh in the world, to join IATA and become a treasured brand.
Currently, 48 aircrafts crisscross the world to 60 destinations in 44 countries through 1,200 weekly flights, carrying more than 6.5 million passengers in 2006/2007, fulfilling the travel needs of both business and leisure travelers.
In 2004, EgyptAir demonstrated the scale of its commitment to the highest standards of safety by being the first IOSA certified airline in the Middle East and Africa. Website: www.EGYPTAIR.com For further Information contactJack ReedTel: 818/727-7785Cell: 818/421-0574Email:
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