So excited today is day 1 of MKELive fulltime…

July 2010 – MILWAUKEE, WI – Southeastern WI Arts Guild is pleased to
announce and hoping you’ll save the date for “Visual Affects,” their first event after being introduced on June 14 at “An Evening with the Arts.” This event will highlight the Milwaukee area’s film and television contributions, current projects and future involvement in this key industry, and its impact on the Milwaukee area.

SWAG is also pleased to add the news of Milwaukee Film’s co-sponsorship of this event, and the addition of Jonathan Jackson of Milwaukee Film to our speaker’s list for the evening. Along with Jackson, film and stage actor John Kishline will also present.

“The moving media production community in Milwaukee is healthy and on the verge of thriving,” stated Jackson. “I am delighted to see Visual Affects highlighting this industry and am happy to share the story of the economic impact it makes and even more importantly, how it could grow with targeted support.”

The event will take place at ComedySportz in Milwaukee on Monday, August 16 from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. ComedySportz has offered to host the event and is offering their performance space through the generosity of Dick Chudnow, who is also a presenter that evening.

“We’re making a statement with ‘Visual Affects,’” explained Denise Konkol, Director of Communications. “The visual arts affect a community in how visitors perceive it, as well as in what these projects mean economically for that community. With recent visits from Transformers 3 and American Idol, the impact is obvious, and we are thrilled to celebrate that.”

The evening also precedes the Milwaukee Film Festival, which takes place September 23 to October 3, and is growing in popularity. Last year’s festival drew 20,000 movie goers to the city, and “Visual Affects” is therefore positioned to be a warm-up event to this year’s show.

Presenters will take the stage at approximately 6:30 and include:

• Jonathan Jackson, Executive and Artistic Director of Milwaukee Film, which is responsible for Milwaukee’s Film Festival, this year held September 23-October 3
• Dave Fantle, Vice President of Public Relations for VISIT Milwaukee; he has helped to bring such projects as the aforementioned “T3” as well as Public Enemies to the Milwaukee area and is a passionate advocate for a more positive business environment for the film industry to make Milwaukee a destination

• John Kishline, screen and stage actor, most recently appearing in Public Enemies and has been active with Next Act Theatre since 1998
• Dick Chudnow, Co-creator of ComedySportz, whose film credits include movies such as Spy Hard, KGOD (Pray TV), and Hysterical. His television credits include: Amazing Stories, Medix, and a guest appearance on The Tonight Show.
• Additional in-person guests as well as video clips from various Milwaukee-gone-Hollywood talent are also planned and awaiting confirmation.

Registration will be made available in advance for $20 here, as well as at the door for $25.

ComedySportz is located at 420 S. 1st Street in the Walker’s Point neighborhood, just south of Downtown

About Southeastern WI Arts Guild:
The mission of the Southeastern WI Arts Guild (S.W.A.G) is to expand the footprint of the cultural arts throughout the region. S.W.A.G was founded as a central resource for the Arts and Business Communities to engage and build mutually-beneficial relationships together. S.W.A.G produces innovative cultural events, internet and social media services to drive the development of a sustainable “cultural alliance” throughout the region.

Denise Konkol
Director of Communications
(414) 526-1162
denise@sewiartsguild.com

OR
Dan Laske
President
(262)853-6063.
dan@sewiartsguild.com

A friend of my shared this with me today and while I have seen it before it is a great reminder of: this statement – We don’t have a choice on whether we ‘DO’ Social Media, the question is how well we DO it. – Erik Qualman

May, 2010 – MILWAUKEE, WI – With the generous sponsorship of Discovery World, the stars are aligned for “An Evening with the Arts,” hosted by MKE Live and the Southeastern WI Arts Guild.  The event will be held in Discovery World’s Pilot house on Monday June 14, 2010 from 5:30-8:30 p.m.

“An Evening with the Arts” will feature pivotal members of the Milwaukee Arts and Entertainment community who will engage business leaders on:

• “The Art of Improv.,” Richard Chudnow, Co-creator of ComedySportz

• “Some Reflections on a Life in the Theatre” Laura Gordon, Actress, the Milwaukee Repertory Theatre

• “Guerilla Music-Making and Neighborhood Arts Advocacy,” Richard Hynson, Music Director, Milwaukee Chamber Orchestra and Bel Canto Chorus

• “Raphael Exhibition: The Woman with the Veil,” Laurie Winters, Director of Exhibitions, Milwaukee Art Museum.

• “Tourism and The Arts – Building a Creative Economy Through Film and Television,” David Fantle, Vice President of Public Relations, Visit Milwaukee

• “Adding to the Cultural Footprint of the Festival City,” Susan Scot Fry, Managing Director, Optimist Theatre

“We are delighted to return to Discovery World for the second consecutive year,” said Katie Felten, President of MKE Live.  “The pilot house, with its 360-degree views of downtown Milwaukee, is a perfect setting for this special cultural event.”

“As an integral member of Milwaukee’s cultural community, we are proud to work with MKE Live and others to open our wonderful facility to the public.  Discovery World is truly a unique facility with a location along the lake front that is second to none,” Richard Cieslak, Marketing Director, said of their key sponsorship in this event.

“It is the first in a series of events designed to integrate the Arts and Business communities together to form a mutually-beneficial cultural alliance,” said Dan Laske, President of the Southeastern WI Arts Guild.

Cost for “An Evening with the Arts” is $25 at the door, but only $20 if you pre-register at www.mkelive.com/calendar.

Discovery World is located at 500 N Harbor Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53202

For more on Discovery World, visit http://www.discoveryworld.org/

About MKE Live:

MKE Live (www.mkelive.com) is a social media marketing and consulting company that provides a variety of services in areas such as LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, professional networking and event services. MKELive helps organizations, entrepreneurs and business professionals expand their professional networks, as well as leverage their products and services, by expanding their communications efforts through social media and face-to-face networking.

About Southeastern WI Arts Guild:

Southeastern WI Arts Guild (S.W.A.G) is designed to be a foundational resource for bringing together the Arts and Business Communities.  The goal is to build mutually-beneficial relationships and develop a sustainable “cultural alliance” throughout the region.  Believing strongly in Southeastern Wisconsin’s cultural heritage, S.W.A.G.’s mission is to expand the footprint and raise awareness of the splendor of our local arts through innovative cultural events, internet and social media services.

On a recent business trip to Atlanta I had the opportunity to connect with Sean Nelson from Social Media Sonar. I have been a huge fan of Sean’s for quite some time now and continue to be amazed at his knowledge of LinkedIn and Social Media..see what he has to say below.

Interview with Sean Nelson – Social Media Sonar from Katie Felten on Vimeo.