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Morton's: Morton's Restaurant Group, Inc. is the world's largest operator of company-owned upscale steakhouses. Morton's steakhouses have remained true to its founders' original vision of combining generous portions of high quality food prepared to exacting standards with exceptional service in an enjoyable dining environment. The Company owns and operates 79 Morton's steakhouses located in 67 cities in 28 states and Puerto Rico and five international locations (Toronto, Vancouver, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Macau), as well as three Italian restaurants. 2008 marks Morton's 30th anniversary and the company will celebrate by partnering with the Make A Wish Foundation in its "30 Wishes for 30 Years" national campaign.
Website: www.mortons.com
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CBS 2 Chicago - 07.04.08
Chicago Sun Times - 05.28.08
Chicago Sun Times - 05.22.08
Cleveland Plain Dealer - 04.21.08
Northbrook Star - 02.28.08
Metromix - 02.07.08
Fox 32 Chicago - 05.28.07
Press contacts:
Caiti Carrow - 312.255.4014
Ashley Gonias – 312.255.4023
Jessica Salasek – 312.255.4009
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Berghoff Catering & Restaurant Group:In 2006, Carlyn Berghoff, a fourth-generation family member of one of Chicago’s most famous restaurant families, needed space for her rapidly expanding catering business. That year her 70-year-old parents, Herman and Jan Berghoff, retired and closed the historic Berghoff restaurant on West Adams Street in Chicago. So when they closed, Carlyn moved her catering business into the 45,000-square-foot building. “And, although catering and restaurants are very different, I had been successful at catering for 22 years, so I thought I might as well try my hand at running restaurants as well,” she said. She subsequently opened Berghoff cocktail bar and dining room, serving lunch and dinner. The menu offers a wide variety of appetizers, salads, sandwiches and entrées and includes updated Berghoff classics, which Carlyn calls “tradition with a twist. She also opened the Berghoff Café, a popular lunch-only cafeteria nestled in the lower level of the Berghoff building. The menu offers hand-carved sandwiches, made-to-order salads and paninis, daily specials, Berghoff beer and root beer and other hot and cold beverages and desserts.
Website: www.berghoffgroup.com
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Chicago Tribune - 06.08.08
Chicago Sun-Times - 05.14.08
Capital Times - 03.14.08
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette - 10.18.07
Providence Journal - 10.10.07
ABC 7 Chicago - 09.04.07
Press contacts:
Ashley Gonias – 312.255.4023
Andrea Cordts – 312.255.4026
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WhirlyBall: A combination of bumper cars, lacrosse and basketball, WhirlyBall is a sport in which players drive cars around a court and use lacrosse sticks to pick up a ball and throw it into a basket. This fast-paced sport can be found in three different Chicago-area locations: Chicago, Vernon Hills and Lombard. Each location features several WhirlyBall courts, bars and pool tables, and the Vernon Hills and Chicago locations also feature LaserTron, a version of laser tag.
Website: www.whirlyball.com
Media Samples:
Chicago Sun Times - 07.18.08
CBS 2 Chicago - 07.12.08
Chicago Sun Times - 06.18.08
Chicago Sun Times - 06.08.08
M&C Online - 06.08
Press contacts:
Erryn Cobb - 312.255.4025
Andrea Cordts – 312.255.4026
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Dr. Carolyn Jacob: Dr. Carolyn Jacob, Director of Chicago Cosmetic Surgery and Dermatology, is fellowship trained in Cosmetic and Laser Surgery from Harvard Medical School. She has authored several book chapters and journal articles in the field of cosmetic and Laser Surgery. She is Board Certified by the American Board of Dermatology and is an Associate Clinical Instructor at Northwestern Medical School. Jacob is an active member of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, and the American Society of Cosmetic Dermatology and Aesthetic Surgery.
Website: www.chicagodermatology.com
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TCW - 06.08
ABC 7 Chicago - 04.02.08
Second City Style - 03.25.08
iVillage - 01.03.08
ABC 7 Chicago - 01.03.08
Fashiontribes.com - 12.10.07
Press contacts:
Ashley Gonias – 312.255.4023
Caiti Carrow - 312.255.4014
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The Greater North Michigan Avenue Association (GNMAA): GNMAA is a private, non-profit membership organization with a mission of preserving, promoting and enhancing one of Chicago’s most unique neighborhoods. Its 750 members include real estate properties, retailer, hotels, entertainment establishments and institutional and residential properties. GNMAA owns and manages The Magnificent Mile Lights Festival presented by Harris™, the ComEd Gardens of The Magnificent Mile™, the Bank of America Tulip Days on The Magnificent Mile™ and TOAST on The Magnificent Mile.
Website: www.themagnificentmile.com - www.gnmaa.com/
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ABC 7 Chicago - 02.29.08
Time Out Chicago
Chicagobusiness.com - 01.31.08
Press contacts:
Andrea Cordts – 312.255.4026
Ashley Gonias – 312.255.4023
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The Fifty/50: Restaurant veterans Greg Mohr and Scott Weiner have created The Fifty/50, an upscale, hip dining and bar experience in Chicago’s booming Wicker Park neighborhood. The Fifty/50 uses fresh, made-from-scratch ingredients, presenting a menu featuring the best smoked, grilled and fried foods, as well as top quality “secret recipes.” All sauces, including the in-house aged Louisiana hot sauce, are made from Mohr’s and Weiner’s own recipes, giving each dish a traditional, down-home taste. The restaurant also features an upscale bar scene. The Fifty/50 is located at 2047 W Division.
Website: www.thefifty50.com
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Chicago Sun-Times - 09.11.08
Chicago Sun-Times - 07.16.08
RedEye - 07.14.08
My Fox Chicago - 07.04.08
Crain's Chicago Business - 06.22.08
Chicago Sun-Times - 05.28.08
NBC 5 Chicago - 05.11.08
Chicago Tribune - 05.01.08
Chicago Sun-Times - 04.30.08
RedEye - 04.24.08
Chicago Sun-Times - 04.30.08
Chicago Tribune - 04.17.08
Time Out Chicago - 03.20.08
Thrillist - 03.18.08
Chicago Magazine - 02.06.08
Press contacts:
Erryn Cobb - 312.255.4025
Andrea Cordts – 312.255.4026
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Abt Electronics: Abt Electronics is a leading provider of top-of-the-line consumer electronics and appliances including; televisions, cameras and camcorders, communication devices, home audio equipment, and more. The company sells established, dependable brands, and its salespeople are available to help customers find the perfect home theater solution high definition television for their homes. Abt Electronics also provides installation and technical support, and has been dedicated to making sure every customer is a satisfied customer since 1936.
Website: www.abt.com
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FOX Chicago - 07.24.08
FOX Chicago - 06.09.08
ABC Chicago - 06.18.08
ABC Chicago - 06.02.08
Press contacts:
Ashley Gonias – 312.255.4023
Jessica Salasek – 312.255.4009
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Thomas Glasgow: Before opening the Law Offices of Thomas Glasgow, Ltd. in Schaumburg, IL Thomas Glasgow was a Cook County State's Attorney who prosecuted cases including DUI, multi-kilo felony narcotic cases and murder. From 1994 until 1998, he worked in the Traffic Division, the Narcotics Division, the Juvenile Division, and the Felony Review Division. In each of these positions he tried both misdemeanor and felony bench and jury cases, supervised other attorneys, interviewed defendants and witnesses, and helped prepare criminal cases for trial. He is the author and instructor for the Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education course on aggravated or felony DUI for other attorneys, prosecutors, and judges. Now a criminal defense attorney, he has successfully defended clients in all types of criminal cases, including thousands of DUIs, as well as those clients facing murder charges, drug charges, felonies, misdemeanors, and traffic offenses
Website: www.glasgowlaw.net
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ABC 7 Chicago - 10.28.08
ABC 7 Chicago - 10.10.08
Fox News Chicago - 09.08.08
Fox News Chicago - 07.02.08
Fox News Chicago - 06.16.08
Press contacts:
Jessica Salasek – 312.255.4009
Erryn Cobb - 312.255.4025
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Elk Creek Vineyards: Established in 2003, Elk Creek is the largest winery in Kentucky. Elk Creek Vineyards offers a healthy collection of red and white wines, including some originals such as Crazy Elk Blush and Sweet Owen Red. Partnered with Cliffhanger Productions for the 2008 Elk Creek Blues Festival, the winery is as passionate about wine as it is about music. They are the hosts of this summer’s 2008 Elk Creek Blues Festival featuring five-time Grammy award winning artist Buddy Guy. Elk Creek Winery also hosts numerous concerts and artists throughout the summer on their outdoor stage.
Website: www.elkcreekvineyards.com
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Lexington Herald-Leader - 05.25.08
Cincinnati Enquirer - 05.18.08
Indie-Music.com - 05.03.08
Press contacts:
Ashley Gonias – 312.255.4023
Jessica Salasek – 312.255.4009
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Alhambra Palace: Alhambra Palace is a spectacular dining and entertainment complex, a grand salon of opulence and intrigue named after and inspired by the 13th century fortress in Granada, Spain. Alhambra Palace, located in Chicago’s West Loop serves Moroccan cuisine with a French twist while combining live entertainment and promises an unforgettable dining experience with award-winning Chef Kher Albourini. This Middle Eastern restaurant with a Moroccan flair also offers one-of-a-kind customized special event accommodations with a ballroom, two VIP rooms along with the main room downstairs.
Website: www.alhambrapalacerestaurant.com
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specialevents.com - 10.01.08
top40-charts.com - 08.25.08
Press contacts:
Lina Khalil – 312.255.4017
Caiti Carrow - 312.255.4014
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JDRF: Founded in 1970 by parents of children with diabetes, JDRF Illinois is the highest earning chapter of JDRF International, the number one charitable funder and advocate of type 1 diabetes research worldwide. Since its inception, JDRF International it has awarded more than $900 million to diabetes research and helped leverage millions more through its advocacy efforts.
Website: http://www.jdrfillinois.org/
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The Daily Herald 09.15.08
Press contacts:
Lina Khalil – 312.255.4017
Andrea Cordts – 312.255.4026
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Halloween Express: Founded in 1990, Halloween Express is one of the most aggressive and dynamic Halloween costume and costume accessory chains in the United States. Every year, over 200 Halloween Express stores appear in available retail spaces around the country, offering Halloween costumes and costume accessories. Throughout the season, Halloween Express offers one of the largest selections of costumes and costume accessories. These items can also be found at HalloweenExpress.com, the company’s year-round online costume and costume accessories provider.
Website: www.halloweenexpress.com
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Great Day Houston - 10.08.08
CBS Philadelphia
Press contacts:
Andrea Cordts – 312.255.4026
Shannon DiPinto - 312.255.4012
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Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab: Since 1913, Joe’s Stone Crab has been a legendary dining institution with an international reputation. In 2000, Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab debuted in the heart of Chicago on the corner of Grand and Rush as a unique twist on the grand traditions of the original Miami Beach restaurant. Joe’s now not only showcases their premium selection of fresh seafood flown in daily, but is also known as a prime steakhouse with signature bone-in steaks. Voted #1 steak house in Chicago, Joe’s is truly one of the cities best dining locales.
Website: http://www.icon.com/joes/Chicago_home.html
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ABC 7 Chicago - 11.07.08
ABC 7 Chicago - 08.09.08
Press contacts:
Erryn Cobb - 312.255.4025
Caiti Carrow - 312.255.4014
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Chicago Trolley & Double Decker Company: Since 1993, Chicago Trolley & Double Decker Co. has grown to be the leading sightseeing tour company in Chicago due to their focus on superior, informative entertainment. With a fleet of 78 Trolleys and Double Decker buses, Chicago Trolley & Double Decker Co. is the largest tour provider in Chicagoland area and also operates the largest trolley fleet in the Midwest. Chicago Trolley & Double Decker Co. was named one of the “Top Tourist Attraction (Sightseeing)”by Crain’s Chicago Business and has also been a Visitor’s Choice Award for Best Tours/Transportation and Best Service. Chicago Trolley & Double Decker Co. has been featured in the Chicago Tribune, Crain’s Chicago Business, Sports Illustrated, WGN-TV as well as other publications.
Website: http://www.chicagotrolley.com
Press contacts:
Ashley Gonias – 312.255.4023
Caiti Carrow - 312.255.4014
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Galway: The Galway Tribes Irish Pub & Restaurant is a high-quality, authentic Irish eatery located in Frankfort, Illinois. Live music can be heard seven nights a week in this Gaelic-inspired pub. Boasting one of the best beer gardens in the South suburbs and offering over 100 labels and 30 drafts that change each week, The Tribes also serves up a wonderful menu, complete with traditional and brand-new dishes. Featured on Check, Please! and various TV segments, co-owner Niall Freyne is originally from Galway, Ireland and brings his rich culture to the restaurant.
Website: http://www.thegalwaytribes.com
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Chicago Sun Times 09.25.08
Press contacts:
Ashley Gonias – 312.255.4023
Jessica Salasek – 312.255.4009
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SRV Network, Inc: SRV Network, Inc. is Microsoft Gold Certified partner that offers a variety of IT services, including a variety of flexible service packages that meet any client requirement, from as-needed technical help to intensive, regular on-site work. They work with all technology platforms and have a broad expertise in a wide variety of technology solutions. They specialize in Network Design and Implementation, Network Maintenance and Monitoring, Disaster Recovery and Prevention and IP Telephony.
Website: http://www.buysrv.com
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USA Today - 11.11.08
Press contacts:
Ashley Gonias – 312.255.4023
Jessica Salasek – 312.255.4009
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Bull & Bear: Located steps away from the Financial District in Chicago’s River North, luxury sports bar Bull & Bear is sure to be a “go-to” destination for executives and traders alike after the closing bell. With a self-serve personal tap on each table featuring eight different beers to stock tickers and free WiFi throughout the establishment, guests can kick back, enjoy their time off and still feel productive. As dusk settles, this sports bar quickly turns into an exclusive hot spot with DJs spinning rock and hip hop mash-ups, no one will be able to resist.
Website: http://www.bullandbear.com
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Chicagomag.com - 08.21.08
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - 08.25.08
Press contacts:
Caiti Carrow - 312.255.4014
Jessica Salasek – 312.255.4009
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It's Just Lunch : Founded in 1991 in Chicago, It’s Just Lunch has put itself on the map with over 100 locations worldwide. Placing single business professionals in comfortable and fun environments, It’s Just Lunch has matched up millions of fun first date lunches or drinks after work. Clients of IJL receive one-on-one personal interviews with an IJL Director to see that they are paired with a potential match. Many of IJL’s first dates lead to second dates, which proves they are the world's leading matchmaking authority. It’s Just Lunch has been featured in several media outlets such as WGN-TV, Newsday, Entrepreneur Magazine, Yahoo! News, USA Today and The Washington Post, The Oprah Winfrey Show, NPR, and The Chicago Sun Times. Chicago Director PJ Osgood has appeared several times on live television and radio, offering expert tips and dating advice.
Website: http://www.itsjustlunchchicago.com
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CBS 2 Chicago - 10.11.08
My Fox Chicago - 09.23.08
WGN Morning News - 09.10.08
Press contacts:
Ashley Gonias – 312.255.4023
Shannon DiPinto - 312.255.4012
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Online Trading Academy: Online Trading Academy is the leading trading school in the world and has been educating students in the art of trading since 1997. Classes are taught by experienced, professional traders who educate students on how to use the same tools and professional online trading techniques as Wall Street traders. Craig Weil, Director of Trading at the Chicago campus, hosts “Traders Talk Live” from 9 to 10 a.m. every Saturday on AM560 WIND and discusses active trading and investing techniques with experienced professionals.
Website: http://www.onlinetradingacademy.com/chicago
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CBS 2 Chicago - 09.17.08
ABC 7 Chicago - 09.17.08
Press contacts:
Erryn Cobb - 312.255.4025
Jessica Salasek – 312.255.4009
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Realscoop: RealScoop is a highly-entertaining social community for people who love celebrities, athletes, and politicians – but hate SPIN. RealScoop has adapted a unique voice analysis technology to the Web 2.0 environment and is rating the believability of what people say. Using the Believability Meter™, which indicates the amount of spin associated with a statement, RealScoop lets you decide if people say what they mean and mean what the say.
Website: http://www.realscoop.com
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Chicago Sun Times - 10.05.08
WGN Morning News
Press contacts:
Lina Khalil – 312.255.4017
Shannon DiPinto - 312.255.4012
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Fredrique Constant and Alpina Watches: Both lines of Fredrique Constant and Alpina Watches offer collections that are defined by their high quality, differentiated style and unparallel precision in both design and manufacturing. Since 1988, The Fredrique Constant brand has grown from the passions of the young husband and wife team, Peter and Aletta Stas who worked to create and develop luxury watches at a reasonable price. The Alpina brand began in 1883 and is now one of the most stylish, sports-watch brands in the world. Both Fredrique Constant and Alpina watches have been featured in GMT Magazine, Great Magazine of Timepieces, hr: Watches, International Watch Magazine, Outside Magazine, Europa Star, Financial Times, Men’s Style.
Website: www.frederique-constant.com - www.alpina-watches.com
Press contacts:
Erryn Cobb - 312.255.4025
Caiti Carrow - 312.255.4014
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Matthew Belcher: Matthew Belcher is a Chicago trial lawyer whose thriving practice has recovered millions of dollars for his clients. Attorney Belcher’s success in the courtroom allows him to work almost entirely on contingency fees to ensure his clients win their cases. Although most of his cases involve work accidents, car accidents, medical malpractice and wrongful death, Matthew Belcher is available to speak on a variety of legal topics. His confidence in the courtroom has transpired into Attorney Belcher being featured in the Chicago Sun-Times, ABC 7 Chicago and the Chicago Tribune.
Website: www.belcherlawoffice.com
Press contacts:
Kate Streit- 312.239.2405
Caiti Carrow - 312.255.4014
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TA Sciences: After more than 6 years of research and development, T.A. Sciences has perfected an exclusive method for extracting the naturally-occurring TA-65 molecule from the Astragalus root. TA-65 activates telomerase and this helps keep cells functioning in a normal and healthy way as we age.
Website: www.TASciences.com
Press contacts:
Kate Streit- 312.239.2405
Ashley Gonias – 312.255.4023
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Natura: Founded in 1994 by Ralph Rossdeutscher with the help of his father Harry and wife Melanie. Natura was created out of a desire to solve the mystery behind having a healthier, more abundant lifestyle. As research led to the discovery of just how much a quality night’s sleep contributed to a productive daily lifestyle, Natura’s founders searched for a solution that would help people sleep well in order to live better. As a result Natura World, Inc was born.
Website: www.naturaworld.com
Press contacts:
Kayleen Borgstrom - 312.255.4018
Kate Streit- 312.239.2405
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Asha SalonSpa: Asha SalonSpa is now proud to announce the opening of their 6th location and flagship salon at the Shops on Butterfield in the Oakbrook Market. Asha SalonSpa employs a natural approach to hair care and the products and philosophy of Aveda™, The Art and Science of Pure Flower and Plant Essences™. Due to the fresh and experienced talent of Asha stylists and personal attention from the spa staff, Asha SalonSpa offers a retreat to relaxation and an experience to remember. Asha SalonSpa has been featured in The New York Times, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Social Magazine, Allure Magazine, Chicago Magazine, American Spa Magazine, Teen Modern Magazine among many more. For more information, please visit at ashasalonspa.com.
Press contacts:
Caiti Carrow - 312.255.4014
Shannon DiPinto - 312.255.4012
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