MARTHA STEWART’S 2nd ANNUAL “AMERICAN MADE” PROGRAM ANNOUNCES TALKS & WORKSHOPS
Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia
will present its “American Made” program for the second year on October 16,
2013 at the Andaz Fifth Avenue.
Artisanal makers, doers and creative
entrepreneurs from across the country will come together for the American Made
Talks & Workshops.
Martha has planned the ultimate
day of networking sessions and panels.
Tickets are now available for purchase (http://www.marthastewart.com/1009234/american-made-events) to the day-long event on October 16th
celebrating the spirit of innovation with panelists & speakers including
Jessica Alba, Lauren Bush Lauren (this marriage has provided Lauren with a
unique “moniker magic!”) and Tracy Anderson, Bobbi Brown, Barbara Corcoran,
Dominique Ansel, and Suchin Pak.
According to Martha Stewart
Omnimedia, “American Made” is a movement for individuals and communities
that have turned their passion for handcrafted, well-designed goods into small
businesses.
With small businesses in the U.S.
creating the majority of new jobs, “American Made” shines a spotlight on the
rising stars in this maker subculture with the “American Made Awards,” selected
by the editors of Martha Stewart Living magazine in the categories of
Crafts, Design, Garden, Style, Food, and Technology; as well as Audience Choice
honorees chosen by popular vote on the “American Made” website. More than
230,000 people took part in last year’s Audience Choice nominations and
vote.
Over the course of the day at the
American Made Talks & Workshops, guests will learn from Martha and interact
with celebrities, innovators and creative entrepreneurs.
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| American Made doers Photo courtesy: Martha Stewart |
The Creative Makers Series All
Day Pass kicks off the morning with breakfast prepared by Martha’s favorite
chefs and purveyors including Dominique
Ansel, chef and owner of Dominique Ansel Bakery, featuring the famous
Cronut™.
You will remember the Cronut was
a featured breakfast treat at the Martha Cake Stand preview presented by Darcy
Miller, vice president and editorial director, Martha Stewart Weddings, who
featured two of my cake stand designs in the Martha blog. Plus Martha & Macy's sent me a $50 gift certificate for the creations!
The “American Made” day continues
with exclusive sessions covering topics such as what it takes to become a
creative leader and philanthropic entrepreneur, and how to build a successful
brand, including:
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Women's Leadership Roundtable
Celebrity
entrepreneurs and business leaders including Jessica Alba, actress,
author, and co-founder of The Honest Company; Tracy Anderson, author and
fitness entrepreneur, best known for her Tracy Anderson Method; Bobbi Brown,
Founder and CCO of Bobbi Brown cosmetics; and Fern Mallis, Creator of
New York Fashion Week and former Executive Director of CFDA, discuss the keys
to their success what makes a great leader – in and out of the office; hosted
by Martha Stewart.
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Doing Well While Doing Good
Hear from a new
generation of entrepreneurs including Neil Blumenthal, Co-Founder and
Co-CEO of Warby Parker; and Lauren Bush Lauren, Founder and CEO of FEED;
who have redefined success by putting philanthropy at the forefront of their
business, and learn why everyone benefits; moderated by J.J. Ramberg,
author and host of MSNBC’s “Your Business”.
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The Digital Toolbox
Tech and digital
experts including Rachel Haot, Chief Digital Officer for the City of New
York; Amanda Hesser, Co-Founder & CEO of Food52; Alexis Maybank,
Founder & Chief Business Development & Strategy Officer of Gilt Groupe;
Craig Nevill-Manning, Engineering Director, Google & Inventor
of Froogle, a product search engine; and Katia Beauchamp,
Co-Founder of Birchbox, discuss essential online tools and resources every
entrepreneur should be using to get their business off the ground; moderated by
Mario Armstrong, Emmy Award Winning Host, focusing in the areas of
technology and digital lifestyle & on-air contributor for several networks
including NBC's TODAY Show, Fuse, NPR, WYPR, CNN and HLN.
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Pioneering Creative Communities
One creative mind has
the ability to change the landscape of a neighborhood, community, even a city.
Makers, entrepreneurs and visionaries including Heath Carr, CEO of
Bedrock; Jane Rosenthal, Producer and Chief Executive Tribeca
Enterprises and listed one of New York’s 50 most influential women; and Lisa
Switkin, Associate Partner at James Corner Field Operations and Lead
Designer of the High Line, discuss how today’s and future communities develop
and thrive out of passion, creativity and entrepreneurship; moderated by SuChin
Pak, Chief Correspondent for DailyCandy.
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Building a Brand
Every brand starts small.
Successful entrepreneurs including Julie Rice, SoulCycle Founder and
CEO; Joe Rospars, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founding Partner of
Blue State Digital (BSD), Rospars previously served as Chief Digital Strategist
for Obama for America; and Richard Christiansen, Founder & Creative
Director of Chandelier Creative, share their knowledge and experiences on how
to launch and grow a brand.
Calendar:
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VOTING FOR CATEGORY WINNERS
AUG. 26 - SEPT. 22, 2013
Vote for your favorite makers in crafts, food, and more. You can vote up to six times daily.
Digging in to see the Garden Nominees? Look here: http://www.marthastewart.com/americanmade/nominees/garden
Hungry to learn about the Food
Nominees? See here: http://www.marthastewart.com/americanmade/nominees/food
When voting, you can view all the categories including Design, Style, Craft
and Technology.
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CATEGORY WINNERS ANNOUNCED
SEPTEMBER 23, 2013
Discover our 2013 American Made winners.
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VOTING FOR GRAND PRIZE WINNER
SEPTEMBER 23 - 30,
2013
Which
maker receives $10,000? You decide.
GRAND PRIZE WINNER ANNOUNCED
OCTOBER 1, 2013
Find out who our 2013 Audience Choice Award Winner is