Archive for October, 2009

Putting on the Bliss!

Monday, October 5th, 2009

October 5, 2009 marked a star-studded day for Calgary as The Business of Bliss made its debut and you bet that the Brookline team was there to master the media relations behind this full-day inspirational speakers’ series.

Included in this Fab-U-Bliss event was none other than Sex and the City Author Candace Bushnell; Oprah regular guest and organizational guru Peter Walsh; powerful author, speaker and writer Danielle LaPorte; Ben Barry of the Ben Barry Modeling agency; Martha Beck New York Times best-selling author and columnist for O; and many more!

Highlights from the day included: three exclusive VIP events; an exciting Pitchfest where five finalists presented their big business idea to a panel of celebrity judges for a chance at a $30,000 Business Booster Prize Package – congratulations to the Pitchfest winner Jane Walter, president of organicKidz; a fashion show and a style lounge filled with glitz and glamour!

Favourite quote from the day: “Wake up every morning and ask yourself ‘what is the most Blissful thing I can do today?’ then do it” – Martha Beck.

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2009 Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure

Sunday, October 4th, 2009

It was the fifth year for Brookline Public Relations managing the media relations for the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure, which raised more than $1.24 million dollars in Calgary for breast cancer education, awareness and research.

On a snowy Sunday, October 4th the 18th annual Run saw more than 8,000 participants brave the blizzard and run or walk one or five kilometers in support of breast cancer. The power of survivorship pink shone through the powdery white flakes with bright costumes, smiles and various sponsors, volunteers and supporters spreading joy for the grand occasion.

The Heebee-jeebees, a local quartet, were back bundled up with cheer and pink gear to entertain everyone’s hearts with catchy tunes and hilarious commentary. The Ad-Hoc band played some recognizable beats which warmed up participants before and after the event.

Catriona Le May Doan, two-time Olympic Gold Medalist and Honorary Chairperson, offered up inspiration and led the run for the fifth time.

Brookline was honoured to be included in the organization of such a widely recognized and accomplished event.

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