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CO NTEN T S FEATURES Aasim Saied - Chairman & CEO of Akyumen ........... 37 Akyumen Technologies Corporation .......................... 40 SULA NYC ................................................................ 56 World Peace Night .................................................... 14 Jermaine Jackson ...................................................... 10 A Touch Of White ...................................................... 24 MJ Evolution ............................................................. 20 From Wall Street to Fashion Main Street ................... 26 Dr. Eng. Mahmood AL Farsi - Ambassador of Hope .. 30 Adamzproduction - A Company On The Rise ........... 34 The Mathews Entrepreneur Group ............................ 44 Healthy Lifestyle ........................................................ 60 G8 Recycling ............................................................. 64 Martial Arts Academy ................................................ 70

BUSINESS Aasim Saied - Chairman & CEO of Akyumen ........... 37 SULA NYC ................................................................ 56 Akyumen Technologies Corporation .......................... 40 Club Prestige ............................................................. 51 RPSMobiPay ............................................................. 28 GSBookings Mixtape ................................................. 32 Fallen Fashion Icon Olivia Von Klimpf ....................... 33 Adamzproduction - A Company On The Rise ........... 34 The Mathews Entrepreneur Group ............................ 44 G8 Recycling ............................................................. 64 China (Shen Zhen) International Cultural Industries .. 67 Résidence Supérieur .................................................. 68 Passion for Fashion ................................................... 74 Paula Rodrigues ........................................................ 75 Josiane - A Name To Remember ............................... 76 Derhy Enterprises ...................................................... 77 3D Allababidi Tech .................................................... 78 Lamis Chkeir - Executive producer ............................. 62

ENTERTAINMENT / MOVIES Akyumen Technologies Corporation .......................... 40 Jermaine Jackson ...................................................... 10 Adamzproduction - A Company On The Rise ........... 34 MJ Evolution ............................................................. 20 Dr. Eng. Mahmood AL Farsi - Ambassador of Hope .. 30 4

Club Prestige ............................................................. 51 GSBookings Mixtape ................................................. 32 The Beautiful Game - The Beautiful Season ............. 72 3D Allababidi Tech .................................................... 78 Josiane - A Name To Remember ............................... 76 Fallen Fashion Icon Olivia Von Klimpf ....................... 33 Riccardo San Martini................................................. 55 China (Shen Zhen) International Cultural Industries .. 67 Paula Rodrigues ........................................................ 75 Derhy Enterprises ...................................................... 77 Lamis Chkeir - Executive producer ............................. 62

HEALTH / ENVIRONMENT SULA NYC ................................................................ 56 Martial Arts Academy ................................................ 70 Healthy Lifestyle ........................................................ 60 To Hear What Is Not Said ......................................... 53 G8 Recycling ............................................................. 64

LIFESTYLE World Peace Night .................................................... 14 Akyumen Technologies Corporation .......................... 40 The Mathews Entrepreneur Group ............................ 44 Club Prestige ............................................................. 51 To Hear What Is Not Said ......................................... 53 Healthy Lifestyle ........................................................ 60 China (Shen Zhen) International Cultural Industries .. 67 Résidence Supérieur .................................................. 68 Paula Rodrigues ........................................................ 75 Josiane - A Name To Remember ............................... 76 Derhy Enterprises ...................................................... 77 3D Allababidi Tech .................................................... 78

FASHION Passion for Fashion ................................................... 74 Evolution of Fashion .................................................. 22 Carolina Guna Fashion Cannes................................. 52 A Touch Of White ...................................................... 24 From Wall Street to Fashion Main Street ................... 26 Fallen Fashion Icon Olivia Von Klimpf ....................... 33 Vanessa Rubim Fashion ............................................ 54 Riccardo San Martini................................................. 55

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Jackson Family Foundation is proud to continue the Legacy of Michael Jackson and the Jackson Family The Foundation is focused on promoting Unity, Love, Education and Peace between all cultures and people. The Foundation members are driven in their efforts to support disadvantaged students. Through education and scholarships, students who have the ability to excel in their studies and be mentors to others, will have an enhanced outlook on life. The Jackson Family Foundation is committed to playing a part in providing a better future for our young leaders of tomorrow. Come out and support the Foundation in its mission in helping disadvantaged children & students in Partnership with Adventure of Humanity/World Peace Night; hosted by Lifestyle Designer/Owner Richard Nilsson of Residence Superieur & Villa Oxygene on the 24th of May, 2017, In Cannes During the Most Glamour’s Event in the World, “Cannes Film Festival” and enjoy spectacular entertainment with performances by today’s entertainment headliners, Super Star Jermaine Jackson and many others, Celebrities and Dignitaries in attendance giving their support. Let’s remain at the forefront of continuing the Legacy of the Jackson Family in their vision to build the Jackson Family Museum, the first of many Jackson Family Institutes along with Performing Arts & Culture Center Globally; PRESERVE THE LEGACY!! www.JacksonFamilyFoundation.com www.facebook.com/jacksonfamilyfoundationeurope

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JERMAINE JACKSON by Brinda Saroya · Photo credit: AEDT

Jermaine Jackson was born on December 11, 1954, in Gary, Indiana, the fourth of ten children. Initially he sang lead and played rhythm guitar in The Jackson 5, but switched to bass and back-up vocals. Jermaine split from the group when they went to CBS but re-joined in 1984 for a successful tour. Having mended a rift between himself and Michael, Jermaine spoke at his brother‘s 2009 memorial. Jermaine La Jaune Jackson, his parents are Katherine and Joseph Jackson. The fourth of ten children, Jermaine and his family were very musical; Katherine was an aspiring pianist and singer, and Joseph briefly played guitar with his brother in their band, The

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Jermaine Jackson and Group

Falcons. But while music was their passion, it didn‘t pay the bills. So, Joseph supported his family with his job at U.S. Steel while Katherine stayed at home and raised the children. While his father worked long hours as a crane operator, Jermaine and his brothers Tito and Jackie practiced their own songs, sometimes on their father‘s guitar. One night, after Tito accidentally broke a string on his father‘s instrument, the trio had to own up to their late-night practicing. Joe, out of anger, made the boys demonstrate their musicianship. Impressed, he recognized the boys‘ potential and began encouraging them to perform as a group. Jermaine and his two older brothers began The Jackson Brothers in 1964. By the end of 1965, Jermaine‘s younger brothers Marlon and Michael had also joined, On Aug. 14th, 1965, Evelyn Lahaie selected them to appear in the Big Top Stores Tiny Tots Backto-School Jamboree, but she felt the Jackson Brothers name they auditioned under needed to be changed. They were far above ordinary talent, and needed a name with more zip, zing, pizzazz! And I suggested to Joe to change their name to Jackson Five and Joe thought it was a good idea, and that is how the Jackson Five name came about for these fabulous entertainers. The very


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first time the Jackson Five name was ever published was in the large ad for the BIG TOP SHOW Evelyn Lahaie booked them for.

daughter, Hazel, during this time. When the Jackson 5 left Motown for CBS records, Jermaine broke with the group and stayed loyal to Motown.

After Jermaine and the group won a talent contest held at brother Jackie‘s high school, The Jackson 5 began taking their performances more seriously. Jermaine moved from lead singer to back-up singer and bassist after several years as the rhythm guitarist and lead singer.

Jermaine‘s solo career throughout the late 70s and early 80s was successful; his 1980 album Let‘s Get Serious was nominated for a Grammy Award, and songs such as „Daddy‘s Home,“ „Feel the Fire,“ and „Let‘s Get Serious“ all hit at the top of Billboard‘s Hot 100. Despite his success with the company, Jermaine left Motown in 1983 for Arista Records, where he scored hits such as „Do What You Do“ and „Dynamite.“

Jermaine and his brothers worked long hours and performed in several low-class nightclubs before securing a spot in the famous Amateur Night competition at the Apollo Theater in Harlem, New York. The group won the contest, impressing Motown CEO Berry Gordy, who awarded the group a record contract in 1968. The group became wildly successful, and their first four hits went directly to No. 1 on the Billboard charts. In 1972, while still with The Jackson 5, Jermaine began a solo career. A year later, he married Berry Gordy‘s

In 1984, he re-joined the Jacksons for the first time since 1975 in order to perform the 55-concert Victory tour, named after the newly released Jacksons‘ album Victory. Their reunion performances grossed $75 million, and set a new record as the largest grossing tour of the time. Since then, Jermaine has recorded sporadically. He generated controversy in 1991 when his song „Word to the Badd,“ was released. The song, with lyrics such

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as „Once you were made/ You changed your ways/ Even told me lies/ Could not trust you/ Still I loved you,“ read as an open attack on his brother Michael‘s overwhelming success as a pop star. After the single hit

airwaves, Michael and Jermaine met privately to repair their brotherly rift. Although the song wasn‘t pulled from the airwaves, Jermaine re-wrote the lyrics and changed the song‘s meaning. In 1992, he produced

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the award-winning The Jacksons; An American Dream, a mini-series about The Jackson 5. His son played him in the early scenes of the film. In 2005, during his brother Michael‘s child-abuse trial, Jermaine spoke out in favor of his brother. He publicly defended Michael on news shows and appeared with him in court. On June 25th, 2009, Jermaine was the brother to announce that Michael had died. Speaking later to media outlets, he said he wished his life had been taken instead. He also said he was Michael‘s „...backbone. Someone to be there for him. I was there and he was sort of like Moses, things he couldn‘t say I would say them.“ During Michael‘s funeral service at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, Jermaine served as a pall bearer along with his brothers. He also performed an emotional rendition of the song „Smile,“ by Charlie Chaplin, Michael‘s favorite song, before breaking down in tears. Jermaine Jackson performed around midnight on the main stage of one of Europe‘s biggest street parties on New Year’s Eve that is celebrated between Brandenburg Gate and the Victory Column in Berlin, Germany (Wilkommen 2017 - Live vom Brandenburgertor in Berlin) where about one million people come together and await the beginning of a new year. Admission to the festival area is free and the event is televised live on ZDF. Happy New Year! Included with his performance Velazquez Maday On May 24th, 2017, During the Cannes film Festival that starts on the 17th till the 28th of May 2017. Jermaine Jackson will be Performing at Villa Oxygen in support of Adventure of Humanity, and World Peace Night. Hosted by Lifestyle Designer and Owner Richard Nilsson of Villa Oxygene, come and enjoy spectacular entertainment.

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WORLD PEACE WORLD PEACE NIGHT IS ORGANISED BY RICHARD NILSSON AND THE JACKSON FAMILY IN HONOR OF MR. MANDELA, MR. LENNON AND MR. JACKSON

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WORLD PEACE WORLD PEACE NIGHT IS ORGANISED BY RICHARD NILSSON AND THE JACKSON FAMILY IN HONOR OF MR. MANDELA, MR. LENNON AND MR. JACKSON

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WORLD PEACE NIGHT ADVENTURE OF HUMANITY

BY PAUL A RODRIGUES

New doors have been opened to Richard Nilsson, President of the Adventure of Humanity It is the first time that the United Nations signs an agreement with an entirely outside organization. This means that we can bring peace project forward and develop it. Richard Nilsson and Albert Konan Koffi signed the agreement between the Adventure of Humanity International and the Observatoire pour la Non-Violence Commune des Nations pour la Paix.

Adventure of Humanity will now be able to take a more active role. This can involve everything from supporting various initiatives financially or enter as a mediator in different conflict areas. “Because we are tied Richard Nilsson to the UN, it means and Simon Sahouri that everything we do must be approved by the UN, says Richard Nilsson.” “It’s obviously a big step forward. This also means that we can take part of the UN’s entire infrastructure and we are now coming in at a diplomatic level.” What are your feelings now that you signed the contract? “This work was started by Michael Jackson and Nelson Mandela. And of course, it is with respect that we continue their project. It is a great responsibility to manage their heritage.” What happens next with the Adventure of Humanity? “Now we will present a strategy for how we will reach out with the project in the best way. We have also received an invitation from Dalai Lama and shall consider the possibility to start the construction of a hospital in Tibet.”

Richard Nilsson and Albert Konan Koffi sign the UN agreement for Adventure of Humanity at Villa Oxygene

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“MJ THE EVOLUTION” STAGE SHOW

BY DEAN COLEMAN

“MJ The Evolution” is a sonic, tonic fusion of dance and visuals effects that takes the audience on an immersive journey through the music and spirit of Michael Jackson. Driven by Michael Jackson’s powerful, multi-layered music – heard like never before in a riveting, stateof-the-art surround-sound environment – “MJ The Evolution” takes the audience through a series of MJ performances, each performance will open a new door of discovery by the world’s best Michael Jackson impersonators supported by never seen before video footage. In “MJ The Evolution”, Michael Jackson’s spirit is channeled through the vibrant energy of the cast of 8 dancers and performers, underscored by video footage performances, dancing, and vivid choreographies that use the urban/hip hop idiom as a springboard for exploration. “MJ The Evolution” is heartfelt tribute to the work, innovative spirit, and legacy of Michael Jackson – the King of Pop. There will never be another Michael Jackson. “MJ The Evolution” will be unveiled in 2017, with its soon to be international showcase & platform, “MJ The Evolution”, owned and operated by SPR & Productions, will be one

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of the newest Complete Michael Jackson Tribute Shows in the world. “MJ The Evolution” will introduce the greatest collection of impersonators and artists in the industry today. Each Michael Jackson performers will not only look like the star they portray, but use their own natural voices to pay homage to their iconic music counterpart. “MJ HOLOGRAMS” Introducing the first intergraded interactive holograms stage show, designed for the ultimate live show experience. “MJ HOLOGRAMS” will take the audiences on a virtual hologram and real life stage experience, “MJ The Evolution & MJ has HOLOGRAMS” created the ultimate show experience by combining an interactive component with a live show experience. Together for the first time on stage virtual meets reality live. Each act has

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The Evolution” stage show has arrived. “MJ The Evolution” stage show will be known for its elaborate theatrical sets, magnificent costumes and a full array of incredible special effects provided by “MJ Holograms”, including three-dimensional multimedia and state-of-the-ar t lighting, laser and sound systems and outstanding cast of accomplished tribute artists, talented singers and dancers. But not to be out done, SPR Productions will feature, never seen before interactive video footage. This unbelievable footage will showcase the amazing talent of Michael Jackson and his rise to superstardom. This innovative footage created exclusively for MJ The Evolution will be incorporated into each segment of stage show.

been designed to combine a hologram performance into a live performance for the ultimate MJ fan experience. When the past, meets the present, when virtual meets reality, “MJ

The shows principal cast members have already established themselves as the best in the business and have been seen by over 100 million people on such major television networks as Fox, ABC, BBC, MTV, and many syndicated network TV shows. Many other tribute shows have come and gone, but “MJ The Evolution” will with stand the test of time simply because of its unique revolving cast and special appearances by super stars scheduled to make surprise appearances and ultimately the great support of the Jackson Family and the new “MJ Holograms” component will make this show a can’t miss opportunity around the world. The producers of MJ The Evolution, have consulted with people that knew Michael Jackson the best to create the ultimate Michael Jackson Tribute Show in the world.

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EVOLUTION OF FASHION by Aimon Hasnain

I firmly believe that the way fashion changes are indicative of how a society or culture changes and evolves. Think about how the mini-skirt became popular in the 1960s; this reflected the fact that attitudes toward sex and the female body were changing and becoming more liberal. So, in this sense I believe our clothing and style changes as we change, as technology becomes more advanced, and as our attitudes change as a society. It is amazing to see how the different events in history have influenced and changed the way people have dressed throughout time. Some of the most popular fashions are classic, they can stand the test of time and hardly ever “go out of style”, only experiencing minor changes to keep up with the trends.

1920s The 1920s were an exciting time in the United States and around the world. World War I was over, people had jobs and money, and women’s rights were changing. In 1919 in the US, women got the right to vote. Overall, people were feeling good, and this showed in the clothes that everyone was wearing. Women dressed in the “flapper” style. This included dresses with fringe, short haircuts, and bright makeup. Men wore suits, suspenders and bowler hats.

1970s

Groovy! The 1970s are known for a lot of activism and the “hippie” movement. Clothing during this time period was very colorful, and included tiedye, bell-bottom pants, and miniskirts. For the first time in a long time, both women and men had long hair. Men also started to have mustaches and beards again. The 1970s were all about music and good times, so people’s clothes reflected that. 22

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1980s Style in the 1980s was influenced a lot by music. During this time punk rock, rap, and heavy metal music became very popular. Women’s hair and jewelry were big, and their makeup was bright with lots of colors. People involved in the punk rock world wore a lot of black clothing with heavy eyeliner. Both men and women wore a lot of fitness clothes; this included a lot of colorful tights.

1990s The 1990s were more downto-earth than the 70s or 80s. Women still had big hair, but makeup was more natural looking. Many people wore jeans and plain colored shirts along with Converse shoes, which became very popular. During this time, a lot of people also started to get more piercings than in other decades.

Present-2017 Today, people dress based on many different influences. Some fashion choices are even based on looks from past decades, like the ones we talked about here. Trends change all the time, but you can keep up with the latest styles by watching TV or seeing what your favorite celebrities wear. Unless you like it your way. In that case, just wear whatever you feel like today! WWW .LVH DUBAIAN . COM

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SEVEN SUMMER BY LARA BARAKAT

Seasonal weddings usually come with a certain set of ideologies that couples and guests assume they must follow. There are absolutely no guidelines or rules to follow, so do not be afraid to break a few. Put down your handbook and think outside the box. Here are some of the most popular summer wedding myths and how to overcome them. You must have a colorful palette Brides tend to get colorful in summer, but it is not a requirement. If bright and colorful is not your style, opting for something unexpected will add a wow factor to your event and reflect your personal style. Consider mixing lighter shades with darker ones, such as silver and black, ivory and green, and orange and brown.

Outdoor weddings are a must

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People think most summer weddings are hosted outdoors, but it depends on your location. If you are in Dubai, an outdoor summer wedding is physically impossible, with temperatures soaring above 40 degrees centigrade. However, if you are in cooler areas with lush green countryside, summer days are precious. If an outdoor wedding is not what you imagined, an indoor area can be just as beautiful. Indoor summer weddings have their perks; it will be more comfortable for you and your guests to be in a cooler climate (especially when you are dancing), and dĂŠcor possibilities are endless. Choose a venue with large windows to take advantage of those light nights. Photo by David Michael Photography

The heat will ruin everything Most suppliers will advise you that high temperatures can affect your flowers, cake and makeup, but you can take precautions. Store your flowers in a cooler area before the ceremony starts, and supply shade for your guests and flowers. Ask your florist to recommend flowers with wax texture petals, such as orchids and lilies. For your wedding cake, choose fondant rather than buttercream, and schedule your cake-cutting at the start of your event. Makeup-setting spray is your best friend.


WEDDING MYTHS Summer weddings are supposed to be informal We tend to wear lighter materials in summer, so you probably want to skip the heavy beaded dresses. However, you do not have to dress your bridesmaids in floral summer dresses, and the groomsmen in loafers. If a formal affair is more your style, choose your dress design and have your seamstress use lighter material such as chiffon to create the dresses. Photo by Millanova

You cannot have a princess dress Princess-style wedding dresses are usually heavy because of the layers and materials used - this can be agonizing in the summer heat. Do not feel the need to change your dream wedding dress according to the season. If princess is what you want, ask your seamstress to Dresses from Stella York & Essense of Australia change the material of your skirt to a lighter one - we love silk. Add a hoop to seem as if you are floating on the dancefloor.

A bridal up-do is a must Warmer temperatures prompt brides to style their hair up. However, just because it is summer does not mean you must style your hair a certain way. We love natural big curls with flower crowns. A half up-do can look just as glamorous.

Summer weddings are only for destination weddings

You do not have to whisk your guests away to have a good time. If tropical environments are not what you envisioned for your big day, city weddings are just as glamorous. Rooftop ceremonies with skyline views act as the perfect natural backdrop, with an outdoorsy feel. The natural breeze will keep your guests cool. Photo by El Style


FROM WALL STREET TO FASHION MAIN STREET BY YASMINE HALL ¡ PHOTOS BY STEVEN D. ELLIOTT

Meet Eva Krystoff, who, until recently, was a VP at one of the leading asset management firms in the world, working in the institutional business development division. Ms. Krystoff had been intrigued with the business model of blogging for some time. She finally took the plunge this year and launched The Charlie Bird (TheCharlieBird.com), a fashion, beauty and lifestyle blog. The Charlie Bird showcases her personal style and chronicles her life in and around New York City. Over the past several years, bloggers have become major influencers in the world of fashion. Established style bloggers command large fees, working with exclusive brands in exchange for posting related content to their blogs and social media accounts. They receive other perks for their efforts as well, including free clothes, shoes and handbags, beauty products and even luxe vacations. By portraying aspirational lifestyles, influencers curate large groups of similar-minded followers, who in turn draw inspiration from their favorite influencers. For brands, collaborating with these influencers ensures that they are reaching the people most likely to buy their products. It comes as no surprise then that fashion blogging has seen phenomenal growth in recent years. After reading the blog or scrolling through her Instagram account, it is immediately clear that Ms. Krystoff’s site is devoted to classic style viewed through the prism of an active, preppy lifestyle in New 26

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York City. This includes jaunts to the coast and the country, where she highlights the way that style changes outside of the city. By focusing on this niche, she is carving out a place for herself in an increasingly crowded market. As a new blogger, she is focused on producing high quality content and images that resonate with the people and brands that share her aesthetic. She is developing an engaged group of followers across multiple social media platforms, which she hopes will drive traffic to her blog and lay the groundwork that will allow her to work with her favorite brands in the future. She acknowledges that launching a new business in a saturated market is daunting, but she is unfazed. Instead, she stays focused on the creativity and fun that blogging affords her. “I love it because I get to wear different hats every day. I am writing, editing, styling, designing photo shoots, doing PR, and learning how to grow The Charlie Bird in general. Every day is different.” She adds, “You really have to promote yourself and your brand, so I am almost always out of my comfort zone, which just makes it that much more exciting and, in the end, rewarding.” She admits that this flexibility translates into long hours and quite a bit of uncertainty. She doesn’t seem to mind. “When you are doing something you love, it doesn’t feel like work. Besides, life is too short. Sometimes you just have to go for it.” In time, Ms. Krystoff envisions The Charlie Bird evolving into a full lifestyle brand that also encompasses travel, home, and family. For now, she is busy creating content

for the fashion and beauty segments of the blog and, equally important to her, engaging with her ever-growing audience. For a dose of classic style, check out The Charlie Bird at www.thecharliebird.com or on Instagram @thecharliebirdnyc. Photography by Steven D. Elliott - www.stevendelliott.com

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DR. ENG. MAHMOOD AL FARSI Ambassador of Hope, Producer by Ava Hall · photos by Trevor Goddard

Dr. Eng. Mahmood Bin Karam Al Farsi is an Emirati National from UAE, Born in Al Ain, Abu Dhabi, graduated in B.S in computer Engineering from the USA and holder of several diplomas in Tourism, Marketing, Communication, Advertisement and Events management from the Pit-man Institution of London (England) and Gold Coast Institution (Australia). His passion to the industry of marketing and visual communication and well cultivated expertise in 360 Media (TV, Radio, Printed Press, Magazines, Newspapers, Broadcasted News and Social Media) has led him to becoming the MENA (Middle East and North Africa) region’s President for Keller Edde Studios (KES), Los Angeles, California that has contributed to shaping the film industry and production and most known for the latest film presented at the Cannes Film Festival, Hands of Stone starring Robert De Niro, also they are in the process of producing, Gibran Khalil Gibran Film, and many other long films and TV series. In addition, he is a member of the Congress Library

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in Washington DC, USA and ‘Who is who’ in Arab World Book 2003. Since 2011 till date, Eng. Mahmood is the Sales and Campaign Manager at the governmental entity Abu Dhabi Media*. Eng. Mahmood has been appointed as

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Commercial Director & Media Advisor to the Arab Fashion Council working directly under the financial department. and Jury Member of Global Art Awards and Jury Member of the U.A.E. Beauty Championship

*Abu Dhabi Media (ADM) is one of the fastest growing, multi-platform media and entertainment organizations in the Middle East. (ADM) operates and manages

The international summit and activities of “ My Food Is My Cure� granted Awards Dr. Eng. Mahmood Hassan Al Farsi the title of Ambassador of Hope, in Humanity Research Studies, same title as Lionel Messi the Barcelona football player. The titles were awarded Under the presence of His Highness Sheikh Hemdan Bin Nahyan Bin Hemdan Al Nahyan with the presence of H.E. Ambassador Dr. Tariq Saif, Secretary General of the Therapeutic Food Initiative and Tareq Humanitarian Organization London & Director General of Excellence & Autism. The awards were held at the prestigious Armani Hotel, Burj Khalifa in Dubai -UAE. Mahmood is a rising Consultant in the UAE, he is a Commercial, Media & Campaign Manager in Abu Dhabi Media. In an interview broadcasted on Al Emirate TV, Mahmood was thankful to be honored during the summit and to be Awarded as an Ambassador of Hope. This event is considered the most important initiative that translates the achievement of happiness for employees through reducing their stress levels.

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25 market-leading brands across multiple platforms, including broadcast, publishing and digital. Through its diverse platforms, Abu Dhabi Media provides unique and compelling content that is entertaining, informative and engaging; targeting a wide base of audiences regionally and internationally.

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GSBOOKINGS N E W MI X TAP E by Dina Hall

One of the top rising independent music empires in the United States, GSBookings, has announced that they will be dropping their second hip-hop mixtape by Summer 2017. GSBookings is one of the leading independent booking agencies and promotional entertainment companies in the world and they have pooled their roster to deliver an electrifying compilation. Female, Latina owner Ginger Silvera, is the visionary of “Mixtape Volume 2” which showcases the music of her clients such as Crooked I and many more. This mixtape is another industry first for Ginger Silvera and GSBookings as they will be the first booking agency ever to release a project that only features the artists on their roster. Established in 2010, GSBookings has been committed to booking today’s top artists for live performances in various markets around the world, and they also provide promotion and consulting services. The same owner also operates Higher Frequency DXB in Dubai, United Arab Emirates focusing on booking DJs and Hip-Hop Acts. Additional artists that appear on the mixtape are; Agallah The Don, C.O.B. Canada, Cortez, Dear Derrick, Gin, Mayde, Pawz One, Patrick Antonian, Ras Kass, Mad B, EQ, Turbin, and Zoolay. “Mixtape Volume 2” will be available for free download at soundcloud.com/gsbookings and gsbookings.bandcamp.com. For more information and to book the artists featured on the mixtape for live performances, sponsorships, or features email GSBookings at info@gsbookings.com or visit GSbookings.com.

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INTERVIEW WITH FALLEN FASHION ICON

OLIVIA VON KLIMPF

ON MAKING HER COMEBACK by Rene Watson · Photos by Jesse Kruger

Tell me about “Making Olivia” where did the title come from? Mmm, I suppose it speaks to my rise again, you know, much like Jesus the Christ. I’m re-making myself. Olivia 2.0 you could say. Do you often refer to yourself to Christ? Daily. He was a great guy. One of the first designers too. Designer? I’m not sure what you mean. He invented the sandal! The Jesus sandal? We are still wearing it today, quite genius. I’m shocked at how many people don’t know that. This is the first I’ve heard that. When you said rise again. Were you referring – Well, to be completely blunt your “fall from grace” in fashion? I didn’t fall. I leaped away like an antelope. I needed “me” time. Designing can be very draining, you know. You give it everything, all of you. The people can either receive it and cherish it like a blood diamond or throw it away like a pile of hot garbage. Interesting that you said “pile of hot garbage” because that’s the exact quote about your collection from the editor of Slush Fashion Magazine two years ago. Is that part of what made you leap away?

Together. I’ve almost completely forgotten about that! You see, I’ve learned to erase things with my inner chi. Something I learned at Desert Springs. Desert Springs the Mental Health facility in Pasadena, California? Mental Health Facility? No, you must be mistaken. It’s a spa! A spa for your brain. But you did have a mental breakdown after your show in 2015, correct? I prefer to call it a mental breakout. Everyone should try it sometime. It’s so good for the complexion. Do you feel like you’re ready to step back into the fashion world? Oh, Darling. It’s my time. No doubt about it. Behind Olivia: Comedian Josie Kaye American comedian Josie Kaye plays the wildly ego-centric fashion designer Olivia Von Klimpf. Kaye studied comedy in both New York and Los Angeles as a performer, improviser, and writer. The character Olivia Von Klimpf originated from her YouTube web series called “Doctor Josie K”. The channel has reached an audience of over 2.3 million views. Inspired by these short videos, Kaye wrote a short film called “Making Olivia” which when produced would be a mockumentary. The short was an Official Selection for Best Unproduced Script of the Nice Film Festival International 2017. Kaye says “Olivia is catching people’s attention which I’m very proud of, but it’s just a start. I’m ready to make a feature for Olivia, and I’m looking for a production partner that wants to help make this story come to life.” You can see both Olivia Von Klimpf and other characters Josie Kaye has created on her website www.JosieKaye.com

Ughh, Critics! I don’t care what they think. Look, I’m here to make fashion, darling. I’m not here to make you feel “comfy” like a pair of damp sweatpants. I’m here to make you say “Oh my God, that Hazmat suit is divine, I must have it now!” My genius will live on whether the critics “get it” or not. Do you think your husband leaving you for your top super model Blake Brently had anything to with your sudden leap away from the industry? Oh, that? Hilarious isn’t it. Blake and my ex-husband.

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ADAMZPRODUCTION A COMPANY ON THE RISE BY LVH STAFF

The world of movie making is a very harsh world where small production companies with new ideas find it very difficult to survive, because when it comes to funding and producing daring films that might cause some controversy, or projects that offer a very different or broader perspective than the one that the market was expecting in the world of cinema, many production companies would rather back off and play it safe.

when it produced “waiting for the fall” a film by director Joud Said that was screened in several festivals and took the best Arabic Film Award in the 37th Cairo Film Festival 2015. The film was accepted and screened at the following festivals: Genève, Amsterdam, Australia,

Companies and People do not like to take risks, but they rather take small steps towards their desired path, but every now and then you stumble upon a company that was daring enough to go with projects that can truly make a change in the world of cinema and economic perspectives. projects that are promising and that can go far making big steps in the film industry. and this is exactly what Adamzproduction is recently doing … Why? What are the things that made this small company move on a fast paste to success? The First of Adamzproduction films were filmed in Syria in the middle of the war. The film itself captured the complexity of the situation there, while focusing on the joy of living and the struggles of normal people even in the middle of the nightmarish scenes. “We always wanted to show the tough cycle of violence and the truth of how the people are living there, we did our best to show all the perspectives that represent the scenes there on the ground. “Says Rehab the CEO of Adamzproduction. Three films are being produced by Adamzproduction every one of them represents a certain vision. Established in 2014 and although it is still young compared to the giant Production companies, Adamzproduction kicked off with an immediate success 34

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Montreal, UK and finally in Delhi International Film Festival the film showed the world how 18 million Syrians still live in Syria and how their dreams and hopes will build up again, with each stone of the destroyed cities. “It all started with an investment in a camera, my precious one, the Red Epic “said, Rehab Ayoub the CEO of Adamzproduction. “I simply dreamed of making movies, it was a passion that started gradually to turn into reality. Being on my own was scary but it all vanished after I have read the first scenario of my first Film” Waiting for the fall” the film focused on a group of women from different religious backgrounds in Syria that made a team of volleyball and dreamed of winning the cup while struggling against the unforeseen currents that tried to tear their friendship apart. This long featured film received a lot of praise yet in truth it was a small step that made bigger larger more daring projects possible… Recently Adamzproduction expanded with PR and connections, in spite the complexity of the market it managed in time to carve a niche of its own building an original identity. the company declared that it’s next long feature film “Rain of Homs” in its final stages of editing. The film itself is a masterpiece that focuses on civilians stuck in a church under heavy bombardment trying to survive the siege of Homs. This film has been filmed in the middle of war torn Homs and the story itself is shocking, it shows simple small moments and people trying to bond in the middle of a siege while trying to survive extremism, famine and their own fear of each other. The film itself is a celebration for life and diversity. This film is recently seeking coproduction funding and it will soon see the lights. “we have

received several offers to coproduce yet we didn’t decide yet since we prefer to explore the options that Dubai International Film Festival 2016 attendees have, before we make that decision” declares Rehab “we are also working on funding coproduction opportunities with our third movie, it’s in its early stages we just started filming. All perspectives are looking very promising. The third movie’s title has been announced already “The Road to Heaven” after a lot of research the script is done. the film itself follows several stories that are well knotted representing the path of several Syrian citizens that were victims of violence and were forced out of their homes. yet every one of them took a different path hoping it will be the path towards solace: - Going back home: Ziad, an Arabic teacher, after suffering a terrible family loss decides

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not to move out of Syria but back to where he was born hoping he will find some solace in the memories of the past yet when the past and the future collide Ziad must face several of his demons on his road. - The path of the sea: Rama (Ziad’s daughter) who was seeking a solution for her husband’s blindness decided to take the path of the sea risking it all for the sake of a better future abroad,

artistic and economic works. Personally, I have no fear of failure at all, quite the contrary our links are growing stronger and we are looking forward to meet several industries in Dubai. We are also open for any particular project that fits the image of the Middle East let alone things that need filming in my home country, Syria”. For More Information, Please Contact Rehab Ayoub at: rehab@adamzproduction.com www.adamzproduction.com

- The path by land: Ziad’s eldest daughter and several other citizens decided otherwise judging the path by land is the best road to take hoping they will do better as refugees in other countries so they venture towards neighboring countries hoping that their decision was the right one. The film focuses on their journeys and their daily struggles trying to fight with a will to live against the odds of fear, chaos, war and destruction. For whatever path, they have decided to take, they believed that they will end eventually on “The Road To Heaven”. When asked about future works Rehab answered: “We are very interested in Joint Venturing with different movie industries in the Middle East. We are recently communicating with Egyptian, Iraqi and Lebanese film writers and artists, our ambition has no limit and we are moving forward in a very stable way. As for Dubai, International Film Festival things look very promising because the market itself tends to want films coming from Syria these days especially films that reflect different points of view. We hope that we will be able to Joint Venture with people who see well in both 36

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Aasim Saied

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CHAIRMAN AND CEO OF AKYUMEN TECHNOLOGIES CORP. BY TODD COFFEE · PHOTO BY JOHN GERBETZ

Aasim Saied Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Akyumen Technologies Corp is an established entrepreneur and inventor with experience in high tech concept design and business development. He has a history of successfully building fast moving and innovative companies. He has personally engineered numerous powerful patent pending mobile device technologies. Aasim’s company, Akyumen Technologies Corp is the world’s first company to perfect heat dissipation for embedded projectors in mobile devices, which allow the mobile devices to project for three hours and still be cool enough to be placed in the palm of your hand. Aasim has established numerous powerful business and political relationships across the Globe. He was the founder of CareerServices.com and he was also the chairman of Didrick Medical Inc. that is proud to have developed and patented the world‘s first

functional artificial fingers for partial finger amputees. Aasim currently sits on the boards of Bionic Medical Devices, Zeta Byte, Lookhu Corp, and is a member of the board of advisers at Wowio Inc., and Urban Communications Inc. Akyumen Technologies Corp which is Aasim Saied’s newest venture, is a privately held technology company which entered the consumer electronics industry to build what they believe to be the most highly innovative mobile devices in the world. The company intends to change the game for its customers through innovative hardware, software, and online services. Aasim Saied capitalized on the growing wireless

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Aasim Saied is humble and believes it is paramount to remain an active member of the philanthropic community. It is important for him to impact people’s lives besides simply deriving a profit from them. Throughout the history of Akyumen, Aasim has been very involved in philanthropy and his company has hosted numerous community events that have brought out the best in people. Aasim Saied, the CEO of Akyumen Technologies Corp. when asked about what inspired him to develop the device, he stated “I came up with the idea when I was attending college at The University of Arizona. My professor was tinkering with a massive projector in the classroom. I thought; how about putting a projector in a mobile phone so you would be able to make presentations anywhere you are, from the palm of your hand.� After four years of strenuous R & D he realized his dream in 2008 by developing a projectorphone. He has been fine-tuning the technology for

communications industry to create a niche market for its projector technology services. Through its research and development, Akyumen Technologies Corp has maintained a technological lead in the marketplace and provided the best quality devices for consumers.

implementation in a smartphone ever since. In the second quarter of 2017, Akyumen Technologies Corp. completed a go to market device for release this year.

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TECHNOLOGIES CORP. BY TODD COFFEE

Akyumen Technologies Corp. (Akyumen) is a privately held US company and operates globally. Akyumen designs, develops, manufactures and delivers innovative electronic and mobile technology products to consumers worldwide. The company values the social responsibility of providing open access to tools and information to enhance the human experience globally. Akyumen is a digital products company committed to opening the door to innovation and advancing access to education through state of the art niche technology. What began as a cutting-edge idea for a smartphone with advanced projection technology such that the world has never seen before, has evolved into a global conglomerate with multi continental business interests in communication technology devices and mobile applications. Aasim Saied, Chairman & CEO of Akyumen, as well as inventor of the Projector Phone and the 40

Convertible Projector Tablet stated “The Projector mobile device has come a long way since the original conception in 2004 after acquiring the domain name (www.projectorphone. com).” The Projector mobile device made its debut at CES 2009 and was showcased on CNN garnering international media attention. In 2009 the projector technologies had many hurdles to overcome while would-be competitors prematurely launched inferior and incomplete imitations of Mr. Saied’s creations. The aforementioned companies couldn’t replicate the quality of Akyumen’s ingenuity and technological advancements in Projector Phone and Convertible Projector Tablet technologies. “The Akyumen Hawk Projector Phone and Akyumen Falcon Convertible Projector Tablet will be game changers for mobile entertainment, business presentations, educating students and training teachers, medical, and military

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applications. Akyumen provides an accessories suite included with every device to deliver a full experience to consumers for a variety of uses,” said Aasim Saied (Founder, Chairman & CEO of Akyumen). Mr. Saied explains: “Akyumen is a firm believer in promoting education and will subsidize the price of its devices for educational use to help solve the lack of common educational hurdles of funding and access to affordable quality technology.”

Subscriptions. Forecasting states that there will be 150 million 5G subscriptions globally by the end of 2021. ”

According to the June 2016 Ericsson Mobility Report On The Pulse Of The Networked Society, “Mobile video traffic is forecasted to grow by around 55 percent annually through 2021, when it should account for over two thirds of all mobile data traffic. Given the massive explosion of video content available on the Internet, there is a corresponding sharp increase in streamed video viewing, particularly among younger generations. Today’s teens are streaming natives, as they have no experience of a world without online video streaming. Screen preference is gradually changing from the traditional TV set to smartphones. This change can be observed across all age groups, although it is most clearly seen in teen behavior. Between 2011 and 2015, teens increased their TV/video viewing at home on smartphones by 85 percent and nearly halved their time spent watching on a traditional TV screen. “ According to the June 2016 Ericsson Mobility Report On The Pulse Of The Networked Society, “Global mobile broadband subscriptions will reach 7.7 billion by 2021, accounting for 85 percent of all broadband subscriptions. Mobile broadband will complement fixed broadband in some segments, and will be the dominant mode of access in others. In 2021, South Korea, Japan, China, and the US are expected to lead the world in 5g

Mr. Saied through Akyumen Technologies Corp. has made enormous strides in perfecting the Akyumen Hawk Projector Phone™ and the Akyumen Falcon Convertible Projector Tablet™. The Akyumen Hawk Projector Smartphones and The Akyumen Falcon Convertible Projector Tablets are portable, lightweight, and easy to use making them ideal for today’s mobile users who can now have any size screenplay anywhere. “Consumers can move away from watching traditional fixed TV with the introduction of a more versatile alternative. Our devices will change the way we entertain, do business, and educate,” says Aasim Saied. The use of advanced materials and Nanotechnology architecture in Akyumen devices, bundled with accessories and a robust application suite including Akyumen TV will make the Akyumen devices the most value added mobile devices compared to any other product in the smartphone and tablet market. „Akyumen‘s devices and Akyumen TV’s content platform will change the way we entertain, do business and educate, anywhere in the world.“ Aasim Saied, Chairman & CEO of Akyumen Akyumen will be advancing the sale of their devices globally through Telefónica and their carrier partners. Telefonica Business Solutions, a leading provider of a wide range of

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build a better future. This is what we believe in, and the partnership of Telefónica Business Solutions with Akyumen is already delivering results in this arena with innovative services like Akyumen TV” Akyumen is at the onset of society projecting their personal media to an audience of their peers, and Akyumen’s devices will be the catalyst that enables heat controlled projecting from the consumer’s palm. The current 4G LTE networks are providing consumers with blazing

integrated communication solutions for the B2B market, has signed a global multi-year agreement with Akyumen Technologies Corp. The deal includes the implementation of Akamai’s Media Delivery Services as well as NetStorage (geographic replicated storage). The contract allows the release of the content platform Akyumen TV and other software apps through Telefónica Business Solutions on Akamai’s global Content Delivery (CDN) infrastructure. Network Telefónica is already providing Akyumen Technologies with its renowned IoT services, as well as smart m2m connectivity solutions, thanks to a global multi-year agreement closed in 2016. According to, Ángel Barrio, CEO of Telefónica North America, in the Telefonica press release Telefónica provides Akyumen Technologies with CDN services on April 3rd 2017 “Digital transformation is a very powerful tool for change and a great source of opportunity. People are getting more and more connected with an incredible amount of knowledge in their pockets in the form of a smartphone. This is not only changing the way companies do business but also the very fabric of society, empowering many people all around the world with the tools to 42

fast mobile broadband speeds which enable them to stream videos to their mobile devices. Consumers are demanding more mobile bandwidth and it is coming with the 5th generation mobile networks, abbreviated 5G. With the ever expanding speeds of the 4G LTE networks and the advent of 5G networks, if you are looking for the next cutting edge OTT platform to leverage your media assets, then Akyumen is essential to seek out for your continued success in this everchanging landscape.

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THE MATHEWS ENTREPRENEUR GROUP By Rene Watson - Co Mike & Robbie

OUR COMPANY THE MATHEWS ENTREPRENEUR GROUP is a company established in the United States that specializes in personal financial literacy education, coaching and accountability. The Company was founded in 2007 by husband and wife duo, Michael Bart Mathews-CEO and Robbie S Mathews-President and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Initially established as a self-publishing book company, TMEG has evolved into a brand committed to empowering people to both “hone” and “own” their personal and small business finances. TMEG’s primary objective is raising the awareness level of consciousness about the need for personal financial literacy education on a global scale. TMEG wants to “change how people think, act and feel about their money.”

is retired from the Chicago Transit Authority. He began playing basketball in high school, moved on to college and entered in the Pro/Amateur League in Chicago and the European League, based in Salzburg Austria. Today, this self-made global businessman is a successful entrepreneur, engaging international speaker, certified life accountability coach, real estate investor, and author of his self-published book titled Financially Speaking: The Best Improvement

TMEG provides financial literacy education and empowerment strategies using books, online programs, workshops, seminars and one-on-one coaching. Their mission is “to provide personal financial literacy education, globally. The goal is to give our clients a comprehensive, easy to use set of tools that will provide them with the knowledge and skills needed to take control of their personal finances. To achieve and maintain lifelong financial stability, to build a legacy for their children`s children and to promote responsible financial decision making and consumer spending.” Their motto is “Educate and Entertain the Planet.”

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Starts with SelfImprovementCreate Your Own Economic Stimulus Plan. Early in life, Michael enrolled in the University of Hard Knocks where he failed financially. He spent his hard-earned money on his lifestyle. He filed bankruptcy, had his car repossessed, bank accounts drained, you name it, he experienced it. He decided to graduate from the University of Hard Knocks around the age of forty, took personal financial literacy education seriously and never looked back. After changing how he was negatively thinking, feeling, and acting about money, he began building wealth. His philanthropic journey began as he started giving back to educational causes. On the collegiate level, he supported HBCU`s (i.e. Historically Black Colleges) and Universities in the United States. Michael says that, “most people in my field have degrees; however, I have actual real-life experiences that have allowed me to be successful.” The most exciting part of his role as CEO, Michael says, “is creating new products and services from a single idea that has the capacity to positively impact the lives of others.”

Robbie has 40 years of Information Technology development and management experience within the retail and financial services industry. During these years, she served as a diversity and inclusion advocate and global mentor. She is retired from a Chicago based Fortune 500 international financial services firm. Now, Robbie is a successful global entrepreneur, an empowering international speaker, certified life coach, and real estate investor. She is the editor and contributing writer for their self-published books. She is also an advocate for giving back both time and money to the community as she believes becoming successful comes with a greater responsibility to help others. Robbie demonstrated her commitment to the community through 30+ years of donating time and money to the United Way of Metropolitan Chicago and other charitable organizations. Says Robbie: “I am very confident in my ability to accomplish any goal I set my mind to. I can be a little stubborn and controlling at times which adds a touch of “spice” to my personality. I live by the financial literacy principles that we preach/teach. I know first-hand that educating yourself is critical to making sound financial decisions.” The exciting part of her role as President, she says, “is to help clients make positive and impactful changes in their lives.”

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WHY FINANCIAL LITERACY ADVOCACY? Inspired by their own personal journey, Michael and Robbie want to change how you think, act and feel about money. They are passionate about intergenerational wealth, growing it, sustaining it, and passing healthy financial habits down to the next generation. During the U.S. economic downturn in 2007, overnight, people lost hundreds of thousands, even millions of dollars. They decided to revisit our own personal portfolio. They discovered that they were in the same boat as others when it came to losses. They acquired more knowledge and understanding on how to manage their personal finances. They restructured their personal financial options and began to see a positive resurgence in their cash flow. They invested in real estate which grew their passive investments.

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homes, jobs and savings and take back control of their personal finances. Through Michael and Robbie’s own personal financial adversities and philanthropic efforts, they saw first-hand the benefits of helping others improve their lives. This experience, coupled with seeing family and friends experience economic turmoil without any knowledge of how to get themselves out inspired them to take up the mantle of financial education. They are actual proof that “Financially Speaking: The Best Improvement Starts with SelfImprovement.”

Michael was inspired to share his newfound knowledge on how to improve your personal finances with others. In 2006, Michael turned his past financial adversity into his third and most satisfying career as a writer. Michael self-published his first book, the first edition of Financially Speaking: The Best Improvement Starts with Self-Improvement in 2008.

They self-published the second edition of “Financially Speaking: The Best Improvement Starts with SelfImprovement-Create Your Own Economic Stimulus Plan in 2016, which became the cornerstone that formed the company’s financial education wings.” Using their book “Financially Speaking: The Best Improvement Starts with Self-Improvement-Create Your Own Economic Stimulus Plan,” they developed 7 principles that they live by. The principles are designed to help you achieve life-long financial security through financial literacy education. “People should believe that “It’s OK to Be Wealthy©”. One can accomplish anything with the proper mindset and plan.”

After the economic collapse, Michael and Robbie were compelled to enhance and expand the content of his first book. His goal was to further help educate and motivate the millions of people that loss their

Michael and Robbie, practice what they preach: “Even though we started late in life, we worked together and made a plan that allowed us to be able to retire early, 8-9 years before being officially eligible

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for government retirement benefits at age 66. We now live financially secure and travel the world, enjoying life on our own terms.” They also made the decision to speak publicly in the United States and internationally about Financial Literacy Education. “Financial Literacy education is not a priority in our school systems. So, it is important that the issue be addressed by all of us and at all levels of society.” In Chicago, Michael interviewed Mike Ditka, the Coach of 1985 NFL Chicago Bears Super Bowl Champions. He asked Coach Ditka; “Because several athletes have lost over one hundred million dollars, what advice would you give young professional athletes about how to best manage their personal finances?” Coach Ditka stated that “the league should have a financial literacy program for rookies.” In Los Angeles, Michael also interviewed Actor Al Pacino. Michael asked Mr. Pacino “by you experiencing both poverty and a high level of success, what advice would you give young actors

and the public at large about how to manage their money?” Mr. Pacino said; “If you come from poverty like me, you must deal with your money, if you don`t they (accountants) will take it from you.”

GLOBAL IMPACT In February of 2017, Michael and Robbie shared the stage with one of their business coaches, JT Fox x, while speaking in Johannesburg South Africa at the JT Fox x Tycoons of Wealth weekend. They spoke in front of a crowd of over 1,200+ attendees from 20+ countries. During their speech, Michael and Robbie shared their global message about personal

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financial literacy education and the need for change.

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Michael says, “Bad money habits are destroying the dreams and futures of individuals across the globe. It doesn’t matter what currency you use – US Dollars, South African Rand, Euro, or the British Pound, it`s safe to say, and we all can agree that debt is a global problem.” Michael and Robbie also spoke directly to the South African people on live television, on radio and via local newspaper articles. Their message is direct, straight-forward and tells it like it is: “If you have money to spend, you have money to save. STOP buying items when you are depressed. STOP falling for the buy-one-get-one-free promotions. STOP buying all the shining objects being constantly waived in your face. And most importantly, the Mathews couple preaches, STOP keeping debt when you have extra cash to pay it off.” Mike and Robbie on top of Table Mountain/SA

Robbie also stressed that “You can’t get wealthy working a 9 to 5 job. Don’t make the mistake of working 40 hours a week for 40 years just to end up living off 40% of your income when you retire. Think outside the box… Start a business, learn to generate passive income.” These are all lessons that they personally had to learn the hard way. In addition to Michael and Robbie delivering an empowering financial literacy education speech in Johannesburg, Robbie personally interviewed Nelson Mandela’s grandson, Ndaba Mandela live on stage. She asked him, “What advice would he give the people of South Africa to help them change from a culture of spending to a culture of saving for their financial future?” Mr. Mandela, responded, “You must make your family a priority and save for your future. My inspiration is my children and the children across the world.” While in South Africa, Michael and Robbie took a walk on the “wild side” and stepped outside of their comfort zone. They jumped into a pit to cuddle with some “lions” albeit baby ones!! Despite Robbie’s, fear of heights, they went to the top of Table Mountain in Cape Town and to the 124th floor of the Burj Khalifa in Dubai! There is a special quote that they both subscribe to that states, “Being courageous doesn’t mean that you aren’t afraid. To be courageous, means that you have the inner strength to embrace being afraid and still move forward.”

THE IMPORTANCE OF COACHING

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Michael and Robbie are Financial Literacy Educators and Coaches. According to Michael, “in every aspect of your life from birth to death, we all experience some level of coaching; it starts with our parents teaching us how to walk and talk, right from wrong, followed by the teachers who taught us reading, WWW .LVH DUBAIAN . COM


writing and math. The difference between teaching and coaching is that teachers provide you with core educational systems that are designed to help you function within society. Coaches provides strategies and accountability for you to persevere far beyond the words I can`t or I quit! As a former American and European Basketball player, the difference in winning championships is the will of the coach. The coach identifies all the strengths and weaknesses of the team members, and that of their opponents. They then outline systems for success that is powered by the desire of the team to win, while holding each member accountable. A coach, after careful assessment, will tell you what you don`t want to hear, but knowing that you need to hear it! The coach will help you create the roadmap for your journey, give you advice and hold you accountable for reaching each step along the way to ensure you reach your next destination. But it is up to you to stay the course and follow the plan. Michael and Robbie understand the value of having a coach and learning from those who are very successful. They have had the opportunity to hear directly and learn from some of the most successful business and entertainment people in world such as: JT Fox x, Damien Elston, Randi Zuckerberg, Nido Qubein, 50 Cent, George Ross, Fredrik Eklund, Calvin Klein, Steve Down and Daymond John, among many others. “They all shared empowering words of wisdom and their business experience that have helped us along our journey.”

MEDIA Michael and Robbie have been featured on live television, radio and newspaper: Television • ANN7-Africa News Network – Johannesburg, South Africa Radio • 102.3FM radio-The New Rejoice – Chicago Illinois, USA • 93.8FM-The Mix – Johannesburg, South Africa • Kaya FM95.9 - Johannesburg, South Africa Newspaper • The Saturday Star – Johannesburg, South Africa • Sunday Times – Johannesburg, South Africa Their book Financially Speaking: The Best Improvement Starts with Self-Improvement-Create Your Own Economic Stimulus Plan is available in paperback and e-book via Trafford.Com, Amazon, and other retailers. Michael and Robbie are available to conduct personal and corporate (employee) workshops, seminars, coaching and speaking engagements. For more details visit their website – www.tmeginc.com. Contact Info: Email: info@tmeginc.com Robbie: +1-800-369-8634 Michael: +1-708-377-4688 WWW .LVH DUBAIAN . COM



Club Prestige CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN YOUR LIFE STYLE BY PATRICK DUPRE

Our company has extensive experience in the field of luxury, leisure, and prestige. We have been operating for nearly twenty years. We offer our professionalism and experience to meet all requirements. Club Prestige offers many destinations, online, in which a person would want to visit In addition, we specialize in luxury services, which we adapt according to the needs of the customer, anywhere in the world. Since its creation in 1996, Club Prestige has been putting together high class people among a melting pot of businessmen, artists, corporate men and women, and others. We offer exclusive services throughout the world. Club Prestige is a club that deals only with the best; high-class leisure, high-class life styles, access to the utmost thrilling events on the planet. We are always on the move to discover the best luxury services. We bear in mind intimate preferences and tastes. Each offer we make has only one goal: fit all demands of the customer with full availability. Discovering Club Prestige is entering a different world of irreproachable confidentiality. The customer is the partner of Club Prestige as though they are the experts in the field of luxury leisure such as travel, hotels, gastronomy, events, and more. We will lead the customer to the utmost level of prestige.

We can advise and search for the customer. We can and will find the house or apartment of your dreams, castle, mansion, or even a private island. Club Prestige can even provide one with butlers and keepers for one’s main or secondary residence. We also do decoration and interior design. Become a VIP member of Club Prestige, by filling out the form; on the site, one will receive a card after doing so. It entitles one, to many benefits wherever present in the world. Special offers, invitations to major events, private parties, access to privileged partner institutions, renting cars or limousines, private jets, helicopters, boats, or organizing private parties whatever their theme, their locations, and the number of people, just to name some. We open the doors to prestige and luxury, palaces and gastronomy. One can discover renown gastronomic tables and plenty of other addresses worth knowing. Enjoy exclusive access to all sorts of exhibitions or sports meetings all over the world. Cocktails parties, weddings, anniversaries, jet set evenings, or even inauguration ceremonies in exceptional places. Home services include renown chefs, personal coaches, home staff, and others.

OUR AGENCYS’ LOCATIONS

LONDON · PARIS · CANNES · ST. TROPEZ · MONACO BARCELONA · GENEVA · MARRAKECH · MAURITIUS DUBAI · ABU DHABI · LOS ANGELES

Weddings, surprise birthday parties, a jet set theme, or an unusual party- we have it all. We create unforgettable moments and exceptional evenings. Let us design a unique and privileged experience inviting one to a customized escape. The comfort level is high, wherever the destination. At the other end of the world or close to you, someone is waiting with transportation; VIP is optional. Personalized transportation with a driver is also available. There are various vehicles to choose from like private jets, luxury cars, limousines, motorcycles, or even luxury yachts. Club Prestige guides will help anyone discover many locations. Club Prestige offers exclusive access to cultural exhibitions, shows, major sporting events, and various other events. Some of the events include Cannes Film Festival and The Monaco Grand Prix

Our multi-lingual advisors and experts will make one reach the highest level of prestige service.

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CAROLINA GUNA

THE SPANISH FASHION DESIGNER by Paula Rodrigues

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Carolina Guna is a Spanish fashion designer whose creativity, elegance and harmony are the concepts that truly distinguish her collections. She will be showing her exquisite design creations during the Cannes Fashion Week and World Peace Night - they are all organized by Richard Nilsson / Jackson Family Foundation in favor of Mr. Mandela, Mr. Lennon & Mr. Jackson. Carolina’s “Culture Club Villa Oxygene” has hosted legends for many years in Fashion, Film, Art and Music industry during the glamorous Cannes Film Festivals. Carolina Guna will be presenting her new collection “Dreaming” during the Cannes Fashion Week, the 70th Cannes Film Festival. “Dreaming” is movement in harmony, color for the day and shine for the evenings, because dreams make us happy and we like to touch the stars, with this collection I look for that dreamy woman to let go. Carolina Guna is a Spanish fashion designer whose creativity, elegance and harmony are the concepts that truly distinguish her collections, enjoys an important place in the luxury market in haute couture fashion internationally. She was a Nominee for the International Fashion Awards Rumi in San Francisco and won 3 categories: Best Evening Gown Attire, Best Fashion/Design Presentation and Best Public Choice Fashion. They are unique pieces, perfect to wear on the red carpet and made with expert craftsmanship. Carolina likes to dress women who want to feel beautiful and unique at every moment. Her brand was founded in 2006 and she began her wanderings in different fashion contests and galas for Loreal. In 2008 she opened her own haute couture workshop. In 2009 she created her line Pret-a-Porter inspired by the essence of the island of Ibiza with a fresh touch and innovative but faithful to her elegant style. Her collections offer a range of Prêt-à-Porter and couture. www.CarolinaGunaHauteCouture.com 52

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TO HEAR WHAT IS NOT SAID BY PAULA RODRIGUES · PHOTO BY LUIS MATEUS

BODY - VOICE - GESTURES - WRITTEN - LANGUAGE - FACIAL - ORAL LANGUAGE Sonia Coelho is a luso-brazilian. She was born in Brazil but has been living in Portugal for several years because she likes new challenges. She has her own company called +Expressão by Sonia Coelho and is very successful. She appears on TV programs and radio stations to give her scientific advice and suggestions. Not only does she work with clients/companies but she also works with patients who need her help. She is collaborating immensely with PRConsulting (Paula Rodrigues) by helping companies that need her expertise. She deals with companies in various areas such as art, communication, education, industry and commerce, customer service, marketing and legal environment. She also participates in congresses, scientific associations, publications and lectures, trainings and workshops in human communication. She also worked at: Newspaper Journal Record, Fernando Pessoa University, Porto University, São Paulo Metodista University, (Commercial Associations), amongst others. • Instructor of actors, singers, announcers, TV presenters, radio artists and teachers, among others. • Founder of +Expressão by Sonia Coelho. • NLP Practitioner (NTI-NLP Gilde) and Coaching (ICC). • Graduated in Speech Therapy and Dental Medicine (UMESP). • Specialization in Orofacial Myology (CEFAC-SP). • Specialization in Emotional Facial Expression (UFP-Porto). • Master in Speech Therapy for Professional Voices (PUC-SP). • PhD student in Development and Language Disorders (UFP-Porto). • A Researcher, University professor (Brazil and Portugal) in the areas of Speech Therapy (Clinical Voice, Professional Voice and Orofacial Myology, Journalism and Public Relations. She also has incursions in dance, in music, specifically in singing and Theatre. Besides all her professional work, she finds time in her very busy schedule to do voluntary work at the APLVoz, an association of people with limited voice caused by larynx cancer, belonging to the IPO Hospital in Porto, Portugal, which is a special hospital for terminal Cancer patients (many are children). She does all sorts of voluntary work including helping the homeless with food, clothes, blankets and basic needs. She is an excellent professional and a great humanitarian. Contacts: soniacoelho@maisexpressao.info geral@maisexpressao.info www.maisxpressao.info facebook.com/maisexpressaobysoniacoelho linkedin.com/pub/sonia-coelho/59/372/543 twitter.com/maisexpressaosc (+351) 917 287 712 53


VANESSA RUBIM by Paula Rodrigues · Photo by Flavio Teixeira

ENZOBYRUBIM The Brazilian brand EnzoByRubim stands out for its success in shoes and accessories since 2002, valuing trend and designs in the line of fashion. For women and men who value her sophistication besides the refinement and luxury of the pieces, she offers a business strategy that enables the most varied consumers to always be well served. The success, concept, quality and design,

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irrefutable invitation that it´s founder Vanessa Rubim translates through the strong her communication, positioning and identity of her brand. Present in the most prestigious magazines, newspapers and websites in the country, EnzoByRubim is a reference in footwear and

accessories.

Vanessa

Rubim

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RICCARDO SAN MARTINI by Paula Rodrigues · Photo by Thiago Varela

A Great artist!!! It is amazing how this Brazilian artist manages to excel in so many different but useful areas for any film production! Actor, plastic artist, artistic director, producer, screenwriter, Le Visageur , costume designer ... etc.! They are many of the dominant areas of Riccardo San Martini, known in his city (Natal - RN - Brazil) as “The Magic San Martini” (by virtue for the power he has in transforming anything into a work of art). In addition to all the services provided in the film industry, Mr. San Martini commands his own brand of exclusive and authoritative products, the “San Martini”. Check his contacts here: EMAIL csc.sanmartini@gmail.com FACEBOCK Richardo San Martini INSTAGRAMM @Riccard8SanMartini INSTAGRAMM/STORE @SanMartiniStore WHATSAPP +55 84 999 992 296

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SULA NYC Kaori Ikeda

While exploring new products and opportunities, a dear friend and journalist, Misao introduced her to an exotic line of skin care products from Morocco. In 2012, SULA NYC TOKYO was born. She was intrigued and attracted by the effectiveness of the Argan oils in making the skin feel refreshed, smooth and silky. She made the decision to infuse the splendor of Argan oil into the Asian market and has turned SULA NYC into the predominant authority in Asia. The rest is history, so to speak‌ Kaori humbly notes that she has learned many wonderfully valuable lessons from her experiences with people she has met over many years of globetrotting, and it has truly caused her to develop a yearning to understand her own culture that much more. Traveling allows her to tap into her inspiration that ultimately renews her dreams and also refreshes her spirit.


“I think sometimes that we as Japanese don’t understand our cultural impact very well or appreciate the splendor and beauty of Japan as much as we really should. To know and learn more about my Japanese soul, roots, origin and culture that has inspired so many other cultures is where I would like to focus my learning in the future.” Kaori Ikeda EMAIL IKEDA @SULANYC. JP TOKYO OFFICE 81-3-6362-9441

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THERMAL SPA S WAVE BY KENNETH HALL

Kaori Ikeda, moving forward with her Vision in Expanding her Product Line and Spa Globally. The Prince Hotel, is opening a new location on July 15th, 2017, Whereas the Oiso Prince Hotel, Japan, added new Hot Spring & Spa building “THERMAL SPA S WAVE” adjacent to their Hotel, where guests can enjoy the Hot Springs & Spa, and be treated and pampered with the “SULA NYC” Method and Treatment. Oiso Prince Hotel, Located within a 7-minute drive from JR Oiso Train Station, and approximately one hour drive from Tokyo Haneda International Airport. Kaori Ikeda

The Oiso Prince Hotel offers a hot spring bath and accommodations with a sea/mountain view. At extra charge guests can also get a soothing massage, enjoy a game of bowling or play a round of golf. The main dining room serves a mixture of western and Japanese dishes, while authentic Chinese dishes are served at the Restaurant Riho. The Bar/Lounge Morikini serves drinks, cakes and other desserts and a breakfast buffet is served in the mornings. Rendering of the New Spa · THERMAL SPA S WAVE

Full view from sky · Oiso Prince Hotel

Oiso Long Beach is a step away from the property, while Odawara Castle is a 30-minute drive away. Hakoneyumoto Train Station can be accessed within a 25-minute drive. the hotel has one of the top-rated locations in Oiso, it is part of Hotel Chain, Prince Hotels & Resorts www.princehotels.co.jp/oiso

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE By Aya Dubaian

How to get rid of belly fats? Most common misconception, people go to the gym to get rid of belly fats. Belly fats are made from your kitchen not in the gym. Training result will also depend on your goal. All the goals matter on how you prepare your food. Training results has a ratio of 70/30. That means 70% from your healthy and proper food. 30% from your physical activity.

Let’s talk about the 70% Instead of going to a restaurant or ordering food from outside, cook at home. Home preparation is the healthiest way to get a nutrient because you know what you are eating and what the ingredients are. Eat potato fries is better than nothing at all but it will be better to have a baked or steamed potato. Replace frying to a bake and steamed food. Eating junk during your snacks like chocolate bar, candy or doughnut, try to have a fruit or vegetables. Make a healthy list when buying at a grocery or market. In this way, you save time, money and effort. Organize your fridge. It is good to see colorful fruits and vegetables inside, instead of putting in the unhealthy stuffs. *Not all diets are effective for each person. Seek a Dietitian/Nutritionist for a specific diet.

What’s the purpose of 30%? Healthy diet alone will not make you stronger. It will help you lose weight but it doesn’t help you gain strength. Doing physical activities will help you build strength, toned your body and tighten your skin. To achieve a lean, tight and tone physique, lifting some weights and cardio training. *Consultation is a must before exercising if you are a complete beginner.

Why am I gaining more fat while I am not eating? Our body will keep our body fat for survival. When you are not eating the required amount at the right time when your body needs, it will keep storing fats and it will use your muscle as your energy. Our muscle has glycogen restoration where the energy being restored. Food is your fuel to support the fat burning process. Eat enough to keep your digestive system active and keep up your hydration to burn more.

5 Reason why the stubborn fats loved to stay in your body Exercising Too Much

There is no harm of being active everyday but a lot of people does not know that our body need to rest 48-72 hours for the recovery and regeneration of the muscles. People who does full body workout everyday will not see a good result and will lead to lose of the muscles compared to the one who had a complete muscle recovery. It is more effective when there is a gap of 2-3 days to the next training sessions. 60

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FOR A BETTER YOU. You’re Eating Incomplete Macro-Nutrient

Carbohydrates, Fats and Proteins are the essential macro-nutrients our body needs most. A misconception by many that eating low carbs, have more protein and eliminate the fat in a meal. Carbohydrates or Carbs is the primary source of our energy; your body will not burn fats without taking in carb rich food in your meal. Good source of carbs like, vegetables and fruit. Fats is a backup source of energy to fuel your workout when carbohydrate are not available. Fat is an essential part of your diet. It improves energy, absorbs certain nutrient and maintain your core body temperature. Avocado, cheese, dark chocolate, whole eggs, fish, nuts, Shia seeds, olive oil, coconuts or coconut oil and full fat yoghurt are examples of Fat-source food. Protein every single cell in the body contains protein. Basic structure is a chain of amino acids. You need protein in your diet to help your body repair cells and make new ones. Dairy products, eggs, nuts, meat, legumes, quinoa, spinach etc… are example of protein source food. *If you are carbs sensitive, then you may temporarily eliminate fruits and have a less than 50g of carb per day. A low-carbs diet is about more than just lowering your intake of carbs. Replace a bad carbs with a real food. Throw all processed foods like bread, added sugar chocolates and corn flakes. It’s not a real food. Real food such as eggs, vegetables and healthy fats like fish.

You’re Always Eating

A myth in health and fitness that everyone should be eating many, small meal throughout the day. Never skip your meal Breakfast- lunch- dinner. Try eating fewer meals and consider giving intermittent fasting a shot. *Intermittent fasting eating in an 8-hour window each day or doing 24 hours fasts 1-2 times per week. This is useful to avoid plateau.

You’re not Sleeping Enough

Sleep is most important for overall health and studies show that lack pf sleep correlates with weight gain and obesity. A lack of sleep will make you hungrier. It will also make us tired and less motivated to exercise and eating healthy food. Sleep is also a pillar of a healthy lifestyle. Some tips to improve sleep: · Avoid caffeine after 2pm. · Sleep in a dim light like dark blue light, it will stimulate your sleep. · Avoid drinking alcohol and cardio training at night. · BodyART, Yoga or meditation will help you lower down your energy level. · Cardio training will make your heart rate high and make your energy high. If you have trouble of sleep disorder, see a doctor.

You have a Health Condition Getting in your way

There is certain medication that are known to stimulate weight gain. Many hormonal disorder can cause problems losing weight particularly, hypothyroidism. Read the side effect of your medication you are taking in the templates and see Weight Gain – then make an appointment with your doctor to discuss your options. Perhaps there is another pill doesn’t cause you gaining weight. Aya Dubaian aya.dubaian@yahoo.com Fitness Professional / bodyART Trainer WWW .LVH DUBAIAN . COM

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LAMIS CHKEIR EXECUTIVE PRODUCER AND DOCUMENTARY DIRECTOR by LVH Staff · photo by Maher J.

Lamis is engaged in the business of media, advertising, TV programs and documentary productions. Also, she organizes different events, conferences and educational artistic works. She is the founder of LAM production, a civic Lebanese company Lamis Chkeir managed by a supporting creative team with years of experience. The company relies on their human resources for those who have previous knowledge, competencies and talent. Lamis’s work in the region creates an understanding and identification through the cultures that bring people closer together. She participated in several television production Nationally, International and MENA for over eight years, but found herself working in film and documentaries with topics that matched her passions. Fields where she can combine all the social stories that she carries within her into cinematic artwork with the strength of her cultural and professional background in addition to her passions. She is currently working on different projects, like; Gibran Khalil Gibran for Keller Edde Studio LA. Gibran is a live-action biographical feature film about the renowned artist-poet Kahlil Gibran. A LebaneseAmerican immigrant who was born into poverty and

who died as one of the most influential thinkers of the 20th century. The story chronicles his life from his early tumultuous years in Lebanon to his early adult years in Boston when poverty and tragedy took the lives of his Mother and two of his siblings, then his artistic development under the patronage and instruction of Fred Holland Day and Mary Haskell who was also his lover. The film culminates with the creation of his seminal work – The Prophet – a prose-poetry book that has been estimated to have sold approximately 100 million copies and is considered one of the most widely read books of the 20th Century. Also, “Elisar” Queen of Cartage, a 52 minutes documentary-film that narrates the story of the courageous Elisar, a beloved Phoenician queen who tirelessly fights against the authoritative norms in the Phoenician society. She was an example of intelligence, courage, and loyalty for the entire mankind. Overcoming severe incidences of discrimination, racism and her own fears as a youth, Elisar has come to inspire millions of women and leaders around the globe. In addition to other projects like “Lebanese Salad”, Al Kufiyah, and the Irish Famine Potato. Lamis is always looking for people that are interested in art, culture, visual media and that believe in the importance of storytelling, and moreover, in the importance of making voices heard. It is of extreme importance to her to recreate and visualize powerful facts and stories in an artistic, beautiful and interesting manner.

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THE G8™ RECYCLE MACHINE The Future of Sustainable Resource Recycling by David Hagerty

In our world of limited resources, we are faced with many challenges that demand our immediate attention: ensuring healthy food supplies for a rapidly expanding global population, developing clean and sustainable power sources for growing economies, efficiently and safely treating the many waste streams that emanate from human population centers, among many others. But for at least these three daunting problems, G8™ has an answer that is already successfully operating in several areas of the world. G8™ has developed a revolutionary new, multi-patented technology called Sub-Critical Thermal Hydrolysis, a waste processing system that uses water at high pressures and elevated temperatures to safely and efficiently transform municipal, agricultural, food processing, and medical waste - even sewage - into safe, sterile, odor-free, animal feed, fertilizer, nonsulfurous petroleum substitutes, and more. G8™’s patented technology breaks down a vast range of substances of different origins and physical and chemical characteristics, from plastics to organics and food processing byproducts, into their base chemicals. This method is safe, effective, fast, and produces no bacterial hazards, toxic chemicals or other pollutants. A brief comparison of the G8™ technology with today’s standard waste disposal methods is presented below:

• Incineration of garbage emits greenhouse gases such as carbon dioxide and combustion products such as hydrogen chloride gas from PVC (which turns into hydrochloric acid in one’s lungs), and other poisonous gases from burning household cleaning chemicals. • G8™ emits no gases of any kind, because the entire waste processing sequence takes place inside a closed, pressurized vessel. • Starches and proteins from plant, animal, and food waste, and even sewage are broken down by G8™’s SubCritical Thermal Hydrolysis process into their component molecules: carbohydrates and amino acids, which are much easier for livestock to metabolize. • Rather than being heavily oxidized by the high temperatures and corrosive gases found inside an incinerator, metals are recovered unchanged. • Landfilling most waste stream contents results in unrestrained aerial dispersion of horribly virulent strains of dangerous bacteria, seepage of carbon dioxide and methane (both highly potent greenhouse gases), and


potentially, even severe groundwater contamination. The chemical breakdown processes that occur can take years and sometimes centuries to complete and their contents are lost to us forever. • No bacteria or viruses, greenhouse gases, or liquids can escape the G8™. • G8™ can process tons of waste in a few hours per batch, and the end products are clean, sterile, safe, and ready to package for sale. • These current methods rob us of the opportunities to process these waste streams into useful fertilizers, animal feed, and petroleum substitutes, which results in an economic loss and an irrecoverable drain on our planet’s resources. • G8™ allows us to immediately recover the useful organic components of the waste streams for use as compost, fertilizer, or animal feed - even more critical to sustaining and ensuring our global food supplies as the human population increases year by year. • Metals - all of which are easily separated from the other products as the last step in the Sub-Critical Thermal Hydrolysis process - cost much less to recover than to mine and smelt. • Landfills and incinerators are huge, bulky, smelly, stationary facilities that in most countries require special zoning to set up and operate. They are often expensive and usually located far from population centers because of their undesirable odors and emissions. • G8™ can be installed in a relatively small space and if necessary, palletized and moved to a new location in a matter of days. • In many cases, no special zoning requirements will apply to the G8™, due to its size and the fact that generates no odors or toxic waste. G8™ can be installed in the basement of a hotel or government building, and the process products can be sold as a revenue stream or donated to local communities. • Incinerators consume massive amounts of energy to sometimes only partially destroy the toxic waste that is loaded into them.

The G8™M Recycle Machine

• A bolt-on module is now being designed to make use of the processing byproducts as clean fuel for the machine, so the G8™ can be sustainably operated “off the grid”. G8™ is truly the wave of the future in this critical industry— it successfully eliminates three very serious problems facing Humankind, while offering a clean, safe solution with no polluting byproducts. The space requirements and setup costs are very low and it can be located anywhere it is needed. If your municipality, hospital, food processing plant, wastewater treatment plant, hotel, or any other facility you know can benefit from a low-cost, clean, odor-free, simpleto-operate waste treatment system that can offer cash back from its treatment products, then you should consider the G8™. Distributorships can be discussed. For more information, please contact Rene Watson of Far East Advisory, Inc., our exclusive authorized distributor throughout the Middle East, GCC, and Jordan. E-mail: kofumarketing@gmail.com


Polymer Fusion Technologies is committed to sustainable manufacturing through using high-efficiency laminating, coating, curing, converting, and downstream processes.

Polymer Fusion Technologies’ management team brings over 70 years of coating, laminating, and converting experience in diverse industries to bear on any technical problem its customers may face. From resolving issues with military-grade optical filtration technologies to graphic arts, packaging, and signage media, we’re here to help.

Our emulsion, dispersion, and UV-curable adhesives were designed for P.F.T. and use only low-energy thermal and radiative curing systems to obtain their extremely high final bond strengths. We are working with our raw material vendors to obtain products that comply with all environmental regulatory Acts and Standards to which a credit, gift, or key card manufacturer might be subject: Prop 65, RoHS, CPSIA, ASTM-F963, ISO 8124, EN-71, Canada’s CHCC, and more.

Our product lines are custom-built for each customer on demand. With literally decades of in-depth experience in Research and Development, Quality Assurance, and Process Engineering, we have the technical foundation our customers may lack, due to a shortage of time, competing business priorities, or any other reason.

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THE 13TH CHINA (SHEN ZHEN) INTERNATIONAL CULTURAL INDUSTRIES FAIR BY ROSSANA HUANG

The China (Shenzhen) International Cultural Industries Fair (ICIF) is the only national level, comprehensive and international cultural industries fair in China. The 13th ICIF will be held from May 11th to 15th (Thursday to Monday), 2017 in Shenzhen Convention and Exhibition Center. Among the 5 days, May 11th~12th are the Buyers’ Days, and May 13th~15th are the Public Days. As an important branch session of the fair, T-PARK, the HK-SZ Creative Park is the only one film branch in 2017. This year the newly opened Futian branch is built to hold film and television related seminar and events, such as films and televisions intercommunication, film and television training, and film and television resources exchange. The Grand Opening Ceremony date will be on Friday, May 12, 2017. In order to promote the development of cultural industries, Shenzhen Multimedia Industry Association and Shenzhen Zhongrongmei International Culture Media Co. Ltd are working together to make full use of their strength. To help enrich the film and television resources and the market, advanced film and television technologies will be introduced into China, including script writing, filming techniques, and post-production techniques. Meanwhile, based on the International Cultural Industries Fair platform, the Sino-American digital image professional training base will be built, and consequently, improve the level of expertise of Chinese film and television crew.

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Villa Oxygene, designed by one of France most renowned architects, is located in beautiful, spacious enclosed grounds (3,900 m2). The villa has 450 m2 of floor space and has 8 luxury bedrooms and a garden house. Each bedroom has a sea view and a private bathroom with a Jacuzzi. The villa has wireless Internet access, cable TV, gym and an outdoor barbecue. The villa is elegant and designed to the last detail, with high standard. It has an expansive terrace for comfortable outdoor living and a large, refreshing pool with a pool house. The villa has a BBQ and a bar. The villa has wireless Internet access, cable TV, gym and an outdoor barbecue. LOCATION Super Cannes is the most elegant residential area in the vicinity of Cannes, just 10 minutes drive from La Croisette. Despite its proximity to the center, Super Cannes is a quiet, peaceful area without noisy traffic and close to excellent golf facilities. THINGS TO DO Besides the services you have specially requested, we offer many ready-made activities at your resort. These include: Golf · Skiing · Formula 1 Weekend · HeliGourmet Fine Dining · Shopping · Yachting · Spa & Relaxation WEDDINGS & CONFERENCES Let Résidence Supérieur organize and brand your next event or conference, whether it's a sales conference, a business meeting, VIP hosting or a wedding. We are a well-established and respected company in the conference and event market. Résidence Supérieur makes the difference to an event and enables your planning and implementation to run smoothly. We create the best surroundings and facilities to ensure that your conference or function creates the right impact. 6


Villa Oxygene offers comfortable seating for as many as 100 people, and up to 200 guests for cocktails. The excellent lighting and sound system is suitable for an exclusive lounge atmosphere, or if you prefer we will turn the cozy ambiance into the hottest nightclub in Cannes. The environment can be totally tailored after your specific needs, from your choice of dining, lighting, and music to your favorite musicians. What's Included? Your accommodation at Villa Oxygene 24/7 driver service in Cannes

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The Great House is a majestic, airy Balinese villa that sits on Devil’s Hill and boasts panoramic views of the Caribbean, the Atlantic Ocean and neighboring islands. These islands are host to five beautiful private villas that are built in authentic Balinese style. While some may enjoy island walking, kayaking and sailing; others may enjoy activities such as snorkeling, tennis and windsurfing Whether you’re inside your private villa, or outside enjoying the beautiful surroundings, enjoy formal or informal drinking and dining. Why not eat lunch on a floating sushi bar, have cocktails while watching the sun set over the ocean, and end the day with a fantastic dinner of your choice. LOCATION Necker Island, Sir Richard Branson’s Private Island paradise, is situated in the British Virgin Islands. At 74 acres, this stunning and unspoiled area of the Caribbean sits in turquoise waters surrounded by coral reefs and fringed with beautiful white sandy beaches. Necker can become your own private hideaway; away from the stresses and strains of daily life. THINGS TO DO Every day you can enjoy activities such as: Island walking · Sailing · Windsurfing · Kite Surfing · Water Skiing · Wakeboarding · Surfing · Tennis · Snorkeling · Gymnasium · Kayaking WEDDINGS & CONFERENCES Can you think of a better place to get married than Necker Island? We hope not, because we love weddings! Sir Richard Branson married his wife Joan on Turtle Beach, arriving at the ceremony clinging to a helicopter! And because every wedding is by definition unique and personal, we prefer to tailor each request especially for the Bride and Groom. This is your chance to let your inspiration run riot, as we delight in pulling off the seemingly impossible! What's Included? Your accommodation · All meals and drinks (both alcoholic and other) · Return boat transfers from Virgin Gorda or Beef Island (Tortola) airports · Laundry facilities (dry cleaning not available) · Business facilities, wireless Internet in the Great House · 7% local tax · A team of approximately 60 fabulous staff 69


MARTIAL ARTS ACADEMY

by Rene Watson

I BELIEVE THAT MARTIAL ARTS GIVES THEM CONFIDENCE, INSURANCE FOR THEIR FUTURE AND EVEN MORE IMPORTANTLY, EVERYDAY LIFE. F. ROBEAUX

Fabrice Robeaux hails from the north of France, near Lille to be exact. A most humble beginning for this Martial Arts Master whom as a child lived with his brother in a home where kicks, punches and regular bullying were a normal recurring event. “They brought hell to our home and our life,” says Fabrice with deep reflection. At the age of 6, his older brother introduced him to the world of Judo and from that moment, martial arts became his focus, his escape from all of the madness.

Freedom and justice became his credo and was a driving force in creating what he has become today. For several years, he continued to learn and practice both Judo and Karate, growing more proficient each and every day. At the age of 15, his life as a martial artist would truly begin. A Korean Martial Arts Master from Brussels, Belgium saw his technical quality and asked him if he would want to learn under his guidance. Learning classic Taekwondo and Hapkido opened a golden new chapter, of mentor and disciple, of master and student, learning traditional Korean martial arts customs and valuable life skills that allowed him to build a lifeline for himself and the confidence to achieve his goals and aspirations. He received his first black belt at the age of 18 and was well on his way to fulfilling his life’s work on a path of service for others. After returning to France at age 20, he created his first fight club and turned his focus to teaching and fostering the development of underprivileged youth. He continued to hone his skills and expand his knowledge in other forms of martial arts such as Thai Kick Boxing and Full Contact Karate in which he received his black

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belt as well. He quickly established two schools and became well respected within his community. For 8 years he remained in France and Strasbourg and was commissioned to mentor two state athletes who became recognized professionals in the sport.

Fabrice created the Martial Arts Academy six years ago, a United Nations registered organization where he combines his martial arts philosophy with various programs designed around educating children, disabled youth and adults, police academies, women’s self-defense and even music therapy. The Martial Arts Academy has a renowned team of instructors and mentors for example; a clinical psychologist, Fiona Fournet; a music therapist and opera singer-Valeria Florencio, and an entire team of black belt martial

artists. This international team allows them to create various partnerships with organizations around the world in all areas of expertise such as fashion, cinema or music and thus adds value to the exchange in friendships. Over the years, Fabrice has had many students and some have now become professors themselves. For him it is the ultimate satisfaction to see his students become mentors to others. He believes the Master must teach the student all the values of martial arts, the difficult techniques, to respect the body, mind and spirit of not only oneself but more importantly of others. Fabrice says with a happy heart, “When a student becomes a mentor, my job is done!” Coming

from such a hard childhood existence, Fabrice finds that his experiences have the power to motivate and encourage others. He says, “When a child tells you that it’s hard… that it’s too difficult to practice, I tell them of my personal story, what I have gone through to be a teacher and to be able to encourage and support the person in front of me. When they understand the difficulties and sacrifices it takes, they are hooked!” “We live in a society, where there are strangers, bad people on the streets snatching up children, but they

can get in their heads too... even family, neighbors, friends… who are worse? They can do harm to children mentally, physically, kidnap them, abduct them, and even kill them!! So, before an attack, it is important that children know how to defend themselves, to know how to deal with the potential aggressor!! In my classes, children learn to respect themselves, their peers and their parents. I believe that martial arts gives them confidence, insurance for their future and even more importantly, everyday life.” Fabrice works especially with children and those with disabilities. He says we must show them that they are someone, because for a lot of them, they suffer silently. His 41 years of experience in the martial arts world is the result of a passion, a love for the art and the power that can be exercised when you are focused and centered.

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THE BEAUTIFUL GAME - A BEAUTIFUL SEASON by Rossana Huang · Photos by Rossana Huang and Tony Wilson

The most popular sport in the world is soccer, yet it has not achieved the popularity of football and other sports in the United States. Probably because baseball and football was so dominant from the beginning of the early settlers. This brings the point of an experience I had in Rosarito Beach, Baja, Mexico. While there I wrote about various resorts, which included the Rosarito Beach Hotel, The Las Rocas Resort and Spa, and Bajamar Golf Resort and Spa in Ensenada. While I was there, I met Gil Sperry, the editor of The Baja Times. We spoke about the films I produced for Damian Chapa and my fondness of Rosarito

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Beach. Mr. Sperry then spoke to me about a book he had written about soccer, “The Beautiful Game - A Beautiful Season,” which covered the history of soccer. He also spoke about on how he took a group of kids from the burros and mentored them to become responsible young adults and talented soccer players, which he wrote about in his book. It was that story that Mr. Sperry wanted to see made into a film. During our conversation, we agreed that it would indeed make a great story, and that I would produce the film. The fact is, the film will promote family values, the popularity of soccer and promote tourism in Rosarito beach and surrounding areas. What’s not to like about a sport such as soccer and a meaningful story that would help complete a dream that Sperry has had for a few years. By the way, this would help the completion of the Boys and Girls Club that he started with Rosie Torres.

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be played by myself, Pete Allman. Guinan said there are many outlets for this kind of reality based show.

Winds of Freedom

Juan Felipe Prado, Pete Allman, and Rich Rossi,

Zamora. Other actors include Tom Hallick, former star of “The Young and Restless,” Clement von Franckenstein from “Hail Caesar,” and Said Faraj, from “Green Zone.” Sy Richardson, director and actor known for “Repo Man,” among many other films is set to direct, and is writing the script from Sperry’s book.

Indeed, the film business can influence the public in a good way, whether it’s fast action stories, or drama. There are however films and documentaries that are very informative. One of those documentaries that promote global peace, is “Winds of Freedom.”. This 49-minute documentary is the vision of Alex Ayzin and was produced by Mr. Ayzin and myself. It is a message that everyone should consider viewing. Please visit windsoffreedom.org, or type in this link for full documentary: www.youtube.com/watch?v=P0PvKyhonnw Any questions for booking Pete Allman as Donald Trump Impersonator may be addressed to celebrityscenenewsdesk@gmail.com Keep your visions positive and positive people around you.

Donald Trump on CNR Network While in Rosarito Beach I met Juan Felipe Prado R. Mercadotecnia the reporter for CNR Network who had mistaken me for President Donald Trump. Since I had interviewed President Trump before he became President of The United States, on several occasions I thought it a good idea to take Mr. Mercadotecnia’s invitation to appear on his live broadcast with actor - FBI agent Rich Rossi. To that avail, I have been asked to appear at various social functions and trade shows. So, life is good to represent President Trump in a positive and comedic way. Through God’s good grace life has many surprises, one of which is meeting producer - casting director Joe Guinan. Mr. Guinan, a lover of Elvis Presley, and an actor asked me to be part of a reality show entitled “The Elvis -Trump Show.” Elvis will be played by Joe Guinan and Trump will

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PASSION FOR FASHION BY KHALID AHLI

Odie and Sharon Andersons „passion for fashion“ If you are interested in this unique opportunity is evident the moment you walk into one of their contact Odie Anderson clothing stores. at the following number - 630 220-5735 or email address: Their stores cater to men, women and children unicodesignsltd@aol.com · thelookyoulove@aol.com who have a special event or just want to look fabulous for any occasion. Their concept is to dress the person from head to toe and give each of their customers a look that is all their own. Unico Designs the first store started with that very concept „Unico“ means unique or original in Spanish. „Because there is only one of you-there is only one Unico“ was our first slogan Odie says. He also loves to say that you never get a second chance to make a first impression. Satisfied customers become the best form of advertisement and Odie and Sharon have been carried by customer referrals and rave reviews in the media and have formed a base of happy satisfied customers who began to tell Odie and Sharon about the compliments they received when wearing their fashions. Soon people were saying you bought those fashions from Unico Designs - „I know that Look“. From that a second group of stores were created called „The Look“. Odie and Sharon‘s motto is „The Look - you know it when you see it“ The Look and Unico Designs are expanding into areas of franchising.

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PAULA RODRIGUES

A NEW VISION IN CONSULTING BY MICHELLE MOSTAFA

Karine Coco Kosnakian, Paula Rodrigues and Simon Sahouri

She was raised in Johannesburg and moved to Porto at the age of 21. She started working in English speaking companies until she learned to speak Portuguese fluently. She is now bilingual and her business is between English and Portuguese speaking companies and countries.

She is involved in various areas of work, her main area being PR Consulting. PR Consulting has three areas: Business Consulting, Luxury Graphic Design and Events.

Franรงois Glorieux and Paula Rodrigues

Business Consulting Our activity is linked to Business Consultancy on different fields such as: Luxury Products, Hotels & Resorts, Import & Export, Tourism, Medical Supplies and Real Estate Investments. PR Consulting represents LVH Media, Reliable Global Services & Reliable Medical and Dental Supply Center in all the steps and negotiations for Portugal and Brazil. Luxury Graphic Design Our luxury graphic designs are visually stunning, creative and award winning and are meant to inspire action. From business cards to banners, our creative design will astound. For the last few years we have been doing the luxury graphic design for World Peace Night - Adventure of Humanity (Cannes Film Festival).

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Excellence Models Events Our photo sessions may be held in an external environment or studio defined by mutual agreement between the client and the photographer. We also have several rental locations for events. PR Consulting hopes to grow, and take Portugal and Brazil to Dubai, with the help of LVH Media, Reliable Global Services & Reliable Medical and Dental Supply Center. paula.rodrigues.consulting@gmail.com Tel: +351 962 455 329 Facebook.com/PRglobalconsulting DubaianMagazine.com/PRconsulting

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JOSIANE EL KHOURY

A NAME TO REMEMBER by LVH Staff

Josiane is known within the academic world as one of the top doctors in the media and mass communications field in Lebanon. An intriguing twist in her professional career led us to meet with her and learn more about whom she is and the work she creates. She has participated in several international conferences where she presented her innovative scientific studies and has been published in several international scholarly journals.

TV shows and formats are available for producers. LVH Media recognized her talent at the Dubai International Film Festival in December 2016, where she held fruitful meetings with leading TV stations globally. We were amazed by her dedication to excellence. She is now finalizing one of her television formats with a prominent international production house. We cannot unveil the details of the format but we would like to share a few points. It’s a completely new social reality TV show concept that will reverse the rule of having to get formats from abroad and reproduce them in the Arab World. This format is created by one person, not an entire team, in Lebanon and will be reproduced worldwide in several languages. Besides her television shows and formats, she creates and customizes television concepts and content for potential sponsors, TV Stations, Governments, Corporations, International NGOs, and Associations…

Besides that, she is a fulltime doctor in one of the most prestigious universities in Lebanon, and after working for a few years as a Marketing and Branding Consultant for Politicians, PR Agencies, and Advertising & Marketing Agencies, her passion for change and adventure took her in a completely different direction. She is now a Marketing and Branding consultant for one of the most talented Class A singers in the MENA Region. Josiane El Khoury has created and branded 11 multi-genre TV shows whereas her formats have been registered both nationally and internationally. Her bouquet of 11 multi-genre

As for her remarkable diversified education, Josiane is holder of a Ph.D. in Sociology, Media and Media Studies. She has a diploma of Higher Studies in Journalism, an M.A. in Public Relations, an M.A. in Advertising & Marketing, a degree in French Literature and a diploma in Acting. Josiane dedicates a lot of time in remaining up to date in terms of new and relevant TV shows, advertising and innovative events production. She is passionate about all kind of arts, especially, music and poetry, theatre, dancing, sculpture, paintings… and her passion is reflected in a very professional aesthetic touch in all her accomplishments. if you are trying to find her somewhere on the Net, you will have hard time since she is very low profile. You may initiate communication through Facebook Messenger at Josiane El Khoury’s profile and read her published studies to learn more about her new theories and achievements in the media field. You may also email her at elkhoury.josiane@gmail.com

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DERHY ENTERPRISES by Gabriel Hall

Mr. Derhy has demonstrated his astute business acumen and talent as an entrepreneur, philanthropist, film producer and charity event producer to his credit. Derhy Enterprises, Inc. services ranging from developing strategic market entry, distribution, and sales representation development, management consulting, marketing, production, advertising, and entertainment services. as Co-Founder of Turbo Sportswear, a clothing manufacturer, Mr. Derhy lead the company to its great success, selling to top department stores in the United States, and ~ $50 million in annual revenue. 1982-1999

Marco with Halle Berry

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Marco with actor Jon Voight

Michael Jackson Gala event

Mr. Derhy was also involved in the financing and production of the Epic Motion Picture, The King Maker, which he produced along his partner Mr. David Winters and sold to Sony Studios. Mr. Derhy in the motion picture industry since 1992, Produced and helped finance motion pictures with a great ROI. To name just a few films; Raw Justice, Sexual Intent, Codename Silencer, Escape (Directed by Simon Wincer), Kiss the Bride, Welcome 2 Ibiza-WON the Best Picture audience Award at the Bangkok Film Festival. “The Color of Time” 2014 with James Franco, & Milla Kunis, and more. Mr. Derhy has built his career on the principles of collaboration and integrity, therefore, he has developed an extensive international investment network throughout Europe, the Middle East and Asia. Furthermore, he has had the honor of working with entertainment industry legends such as Robert Evans and the Jackson family, while producing successful high end celebrity charity Gala events globally, and Oscar after party gala with, great ROI since 2000. Produced events in the US, and Internationally, created and produced in collaboration with Simon Sahouri and Shawn Andrew a “three-day” Joe Jackson Birthday event, with Legendary Michael Jackson, at his property “Neverland” with over 3,000 International VIP guests. Produced in Collaboration with Simon Sahouri a press conference, in Beverly Hills for Lila Ali before her travel to meet, and present a special boxing gloves to the legendary Mr. Nelson Mandela on his 88th, birthday, in South Africa. WWW .LVH DUBAIAN . COM

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