Publisher / Executive Producer Cindy Christi Creative Director Julia Stoneking Research Editor Jessica Parsons Content Editor Liz Fogg Fashion Editor Fawn Cheng Production Assistant Barbara Trainor Sarah Rider Columnists Jennifer Jackson Jessica Parsons Patti Council Models Alaina Blair Joey Ogburn Sky Wagner Photographic Contributors Barbara Trainor Corey Cross David Lloyd Rizalde Sherwood Stella Crowl Steve Trujillo
Photograph by Steve Trujillo
Profile Contributors Elizabeth Hannan Dr. Karen Jacobson Jennifer Jackson Joey Ogburn Michelle Corr
…what I love most of all is seeing people passionately investing in others while in pursuit of their own dreams. – Cindy Christi
Editor’s Letter
Photograph by Peter Salama
Embracing Your Niche. Inside the pages of this Magazine are collaborative efforts of several incredible individuals that have found their niche and are changing the world with their gifts. From photographers that see the world for its true potential to stylists and public figures that contribute to the way we communicate, connect and Get Image Ready, it is an honor to personally acknowledge each of them for dedicating their resources to our annual events embracing both philanthropy and inner and outer beauty! One thing that has given me tremendous satisfaction in my career as a television host and producer in the Valley is that I have been able to share the stories of literally thousands of business entrepreneurs. Whether they are copy writers, hair dressers, designers, party planners, physicians or personal chefs, what I love most of all is seeing people passionately investing in others while in pursuit of their own dreams. And it is in that same spirit that every Get Image Ready event serves our community. Firstly, we serve our community by donating to philanthropic platforms; secondly we serve our clients by helping them build their professional & personal brands; and thirdly we
serve our partners through collaborative, team-spirited promotion! I learned several years ago that my personal niche was to pioneer innovative and targeted advertising campaigns to spotlight the Design & Lifestyle community. Most recently that has expanded to include the launch of Valley’s first On Demand HD Design & Lifestyle Channel featuring locally produced shows such as Fine Wine & Design, Healthy U, The Image Home Improvement Show in collaboration with Cox Communications – and promoted locally on and through platforms including The Oprah Winfrey Network, A&E, HGTV, AMC, Clear Channel Radio Phoenix, Green Living Magazine, Reach Local, The Arizona United States Pageant System, BarrettJackson Scottsdale 2012 and Get Image Ready. Through these platforms, it is my desire to dedicate every Digital TV, Radio, Print & Event Program I produce to the service of our community, our clients and our partners; that through a connection, a story or beautiful photograph each of us will embrace our niche, and use our gifts to grow and flourish.
Cindy Christi Publisher Get Image Ready Magazine
Contents
Departments
FEATURE
BIZNESS
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Joey Ogburn Rescuer & Crusader Saves Valley Horses
Profile: Lasso Your Goals! Inspiring Entrepreneurs
Dr. Karen Jacobson
Jennifer Jackson
Michelle Corr
Elizabeth Hannan
STYLE
LIFE
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Fashion: “Get Image Ready” Top Models Revealed
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Events Lifestyle Pavillion “Rocks” Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale
Fur, Suede, Leather... Oh My’ Rustic & Romantic Trends
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Pageantry: Caring in Action
Wanted: Are You Our Next Top Model? Enter to Win!
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“Get Image Ready” Magazine Launch Premier Party
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Crusader Joey Ogburn Saves Valley Horses “Whenever I feel exhausted all I have to do is walk out to my paddock and be greeted by 20 sets of eyes that have taught me so much about life, how to live, and what it means to know our purpose here on earth!” Photograph by David Lloyd
Joey Ogburn Founder, Luv Shack Ranch Volunteer, Reigning Grace Ranch www.reigninggraceranch.org
7 1/2 years ago Joey and her husband Greg Ogburn founded the LUV Shack Ranch Horse Rescue. Having served as Founder, President, Youth Program Coordinator and Chief Volunteer, she recently resigned from the Rescue’s Board to take up Rescuing, Rehabilitating and ReHousing Horses at Reigning Grace Ranch in New River with Amanda & Christopher Moore - where she credits God for helping her Change the World One Horse, One Child at a Time. Get Image Ready (GIR) Where did the passion for your horse rescuing and crusade come from? Did you grow up around horses? 4 GET IMAGE READY
Ogburn: “The passion originally came from my Mom. This amazing woman would rescue and save anything (dogs, cats, birds) and so I grew up with a passion for animals and a heart to serve (thanks Mom!)
Get Image Ready (GIR) What affected you into taking action?
We lived in Indiana when I was growing up and when I was 3 my father gave my mom a Quarter Horse. Every minute I could spare I was in the barn often pretending I was in the “Wild West” riding my very own Mustang through the desert.
Ogburn: “My journey began 8 years ago when I attended an auction, VERY excited to see my first Mustang. I turned the corner hoping to purchase a pregnant Mustang mare or a mare & foal to take home and begin training. What I saw when I got there however was devastating and horrifying! They had separated all of the foals, no matter the age and sent the mares to slaughter.
Then one day visited my grandparents in Arizona and I was SOLD. I knew I would live here one day.
I took home three foals that day; the youngest being only 5 days old and that’s when I decided to start my own rescue.
I literately, cried crocodile tears the first time I rode my own personal horse in the Arizona Desert! It was a dream come true!
Get Image Ready (GIR) Ranch land is valuable and expensive, some people might call you crazy for doing this, what would you say to
that? This dream of yours to save horses is a noble cause, there can’t be much money in it, why do you do it?
everyone to have an opportunity to feel the power of a horse, to allow them to teach us how to live in the moment and heal brokenness…”
Ogburn: “I have not been paid in 7 ½ years and I don’t regret a minute of it! I have dedicated my life to a purpose that I feel was given to me by God. He is my strength. Maybe someday I will be paid for what I LOVE to do, however that is NOT what drives me.
Get Image Ready (GIR) Can you tell us about Reigning Grace Ranch? How are you helping horses and what can people do to get involved or help?
What drives me are the desperate, broken, starved horses that we pick up, bring home and pour love into…and the kids and adults who come and volunteer just to take the focus off of their own broken lives. It doesn’t matter if you are religious, spiritual, black, white, rich or poor, tall, skinny, pleasantly plump, horses don’t see any of that. They read your heart and know your intent. It isn’t a noble cause, but MY purpose is simple: I want
Ogburn: “To adopt a horse from us ,we first visit where you plan to house the horse. If housing is approved, we then check references and enroll you in educational programs designed to help build a strong partnership between you and your new four legged partner. We are also starting a foster program, which allows us to rescue more horses and provide the foster with a tax deduction. We also work with 7 miniature horses who have been placed with trainers to
become therapy horses. These minis travel with us to places like Veteran Hospitals, Children’s Crisis Centers and homeless shelters to bring joy to several lives. All in all, we have 52 horses, some are permanent and used for our children’s programs, a couple are in foster care and others are in rehabilitation. People can help by donating: time, talent and of course money. GIR
For more information visit: www.reigninggraceranch.org
Photograph by Steve Trujillo
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Let me do it for you.
Julie Stoneking
www.stonekingdesign.com
c. 602.781.4834
Photograph by Rizalde Sherwood
Lasso Your Goals Get to Know Four Inspiring Entrepreneurs Dr. Karen Jacobson Family Chiropractor & Living Wellness Coach As a long-time Scottsdale resident and chiropractor, Karen Jacobson dedicates herself to her practice, patient care and holistic healing from within. “I love changing people’s lives on a daily basis,” says Jacobson. “Whether a child or an adult, there is no greater reward than seeing the power of healing, it’s what keeps me smiling.”
since graduating from New York Chiropractic College in 1992. As a family chiropractor and living wellness coach, Jacobson has served several terms as Arizona representative to the International Chiropractors Association (ICA) Assembly and is a founding member of two Valley women’s groups. Her passion for her field and commitment to health and wellness is inspiring. “When we take care of ourselves, body-mind-spirit, we radiate health and glow from the inside out, says Jacobson. “I just enjoy helping people achieve their goals.”
Jacobson has been in practice for 20 years,
Get Image Ready (GIR): What do you
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...there is no greater reward than seeing the power of healing... —Dr. Karen Jacobson enjoy most about your work? Jacobson: “I love working with families and knowing the quality of their lives and relationships will change for the better when they receive care together. True wellness is a family journey not a solo event. That is what keeps me smiling!”
GIR: What’s one of the most important ways you have helped your patients? Jacobson: “Along with pain management and proper alignment through chiropractic care, I help clients with posture, healthy nutrition and wellness coaching. If we feel
good on the inside and out, we’ll have more confidence and strength, creating heightened success in all that we do.”
GIR: How have you invested in yourself? Jacobson: “I believe in leading by example through my own lifestyle. Taking care of my health has always been a priority. Proper nutrition, exercise and fitness, as well as a positive outlook, will lead to a life of wellness and balance.”
GIR: What are your favorite fashions for work, red carpet and leisure? Jacobson: “As a business owner, dressing professionally is important. When I’m at work I like to be comfortable, yet fashionable.” Work: “I might wear a dress with boots to feel glamorous or dress slacks on a “comfy” day. I love to accent with accessories and shoes.” Red Carpet: “I am a big fan of color! Some of my favorite places to shop are Paris Paris and Cache. My style is bright, bold and elegant. Of course, I own a little black dress... or two.” Leisure: “As an athlete I spend a lot of time in yoga wear. Comfort is the name of the game for me. I’m a big fan of Lulu Lemon Athletica, unless I’m watching football and then it is Cardinals all the way! Karen R. Jacobson is a family chiropractor and living wellness coach in Scottsdale, Ariz. She is a member of the International Chiropractors Association (ICA), a founding member of the Arizona Women Networking group and The National Business Experts, and is currently the official chiropractor and wellness advisor for Healthy-U TV. Jacobson also volunteers with the Flying Samaritans to provide chiropractic care in countries such as Mexico. GIR
Jacobson Family Chiropractic 9160 E. Shea Blvd Scottsdale, AZ 85260 Phone: 480.657.3600 www.DrKarenJacobson.com
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Rock it!
with Jennifer Jackson
...we only get one life, so might as well rock it!
Jennifer Jackson President, Rock Me Arizona www.rockmearizona.com “Creating my event company has been the best adventure of my life, says Jennifer Jackson, president of Rock Me Arizona. “My team and the amazing people I meet along the way make all the hard work worth it!” Jackson created Rock Me Arizona in 2008, during one of the most chaotic and stressful times of her life. “Funny how that happens,” says Jackson looking back on those years. “But, starting Rock Me Arizona probably saved my sanity,” she adds. “I was going through a divorce, my life was upside down, and I had very limited resources.” Having been married to a lead singer in a band, Jackson knew she loved the energy of the entertainment scene and wanted to continue being a part of it. She 10 GET IMAGE READY
says after jotting down a few good ideas, and months of planning later, Voila! Rock Me Arizona was born. “I had decided to channel sleepless nights, and all my anxiety into something positive,” she says. “It was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made.”
the East Valley, Luv Shack Ranch Horse Rescue: Phoenix Children’s Hospital, Dress for Success Phoenix, Cox Charities, and there will be more to come.”
Today, Rock Me Arizona, a turn-key events and production company, produces full scale gala’s ranging from runway fashion shows and networking expos to themed private parties and multi-million dollar corporate events. “I feel blessed every day,” says Jackson. “My personal mantra is, ‘we only get one life, so might as well rock it.’”
Jackson: “My Team! I have a great team of people that make Rock Me Arizona a success. I couldn’t do what I do without the amazing support of the Rock Me team and the friends and family who have encouraged me along the way.”
Rock Me Arizona also has a charitable component. “From each event we produce, we donate a percentage of the proceeds to a local charity,” says Jackson. “To date, we’ve had the honor of working with and/or donating to American Cancer Society, ChildHelp, Boys & Girls Clubs of
Jackson: “Rock Me Arizona provides an events platform for my clients’ products and services. We help clients integrate social media into their marketing plans along with live events, managing public relations and implementing media campaigns.”
Get Image Ready (GIR): What do you enjoy most about your work?
GIR: In what ways have you helped your clients?
Photograph by Corey Cross
GIR: How have you invested in yourself? Jackson: “I think it’s fabulous when somebody creatively redefines themselves. That’s what life is about, inventing, and then reinventing. As the president and face of a company, I’m constantly looking to improve and expand professionally and personally. With the help of Get Image Ready, I’ve learned to become a more engaging speaker, how to feel more comfortable with the media, and more confident in front of a camera. This new found confidence will only help me run Rock Me Arizona even better!” GIR: What are your favorite fashions for work, red carpet and leisure?
Jackson: “It depends on the event and the occasion, but mostly, versatility is what comes to mind.” Work: “I like to wear comfortable clothes that I can move around in, but ready to be photographed at a moments notice if necessary.” Red Carpet: “Glam, glam, glam! Over the top and fabulous. There aren’t enough reasons to dress fabulously in every day life, so if I’m ever on the red carpet I would want to go all out!
Rock Me Arizona is a turn-key events and production company comprised of a board of directors with a passion for creating events and making a positive difference. By utilizing a grassroots approach, Rock Me Arizona works directly with charities, corporations and businesses to produce extraordinary events while supporting a charitable cause. To reach Rock Me Arizona President Jennifer Jackson: jj@rockmearizona.com www.RockMeArizona.com
Leisure: “I grew up on the beaches of Florida, so on the weekends, you’ll usually find me in anything that goes with flip flops or tennis shoes!” 11 GET IMAGE READY
Allure of Michelle Corr Michelle Corr CEO, Creative Director, Host 6° Media Consulting Agency Talkstars Production Company Michelle Corr 6° Radio Show
...cultivating lasting relationships for my clients... is my greatest passion. —Michelle Corr
Sitting down to lunch with Michelle Corr is a captivating experience. Her energy is enchanting. Her charm and elegance, mesmerizing. What you’ll soon discover is, a CEO, president and savvy leader of business is behind this bewitching beauty. “When you are the brand, image is everything,” she states with humble confidence. “When your brand is properly aligned you become a magnet to your target market,” she adds. “It’s ‘Law of Attraction’ for business!” Her passion is contagious as she describes how she meets the marketing and branding needs of her clients. “As the CEO of 6° Media Consulting Agency, President of Talkstars Production and host of a radio talk show, it’s vital to make strategic connections and treat them as a priority with the highest level of care. That’s what I do, and what I teach my clients to achieve for themselves.” Corr’s media consulting agency focuses on a “celebrity status” level 12 GET IMAGE READY
of branding. “I love to help motivate entrepreneurs to become more conscious of social media, their personal image and branding. My goal is to ‘brand, land and launch’ their products and services in ways they never thought possible.” Get Image Ready (GIR): What do you enjoy most about your work? Corr: “Where do I begin? I love that I am not geographically limited by my work or the clients that I have the honor of serving. I am grateful to have the ability to connect on a national and International level, helping individuals and entrepreneurs build credibility and visibility for their products and services in the global marketplace. Creating strategic connections, celebrity status and cultivating winwin, lasting relationships for my clients and partners is my greatest passion.” GIR: How have you helped your clients? Corr: “We have a proven process!
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I call it the ‘6° Secret Sauce for Branding–Landing–Launching.’ First we reveal the underlying subconscious motivation or Universal/God-given gifts and core values from which an individual or company’s brand is operating. In the ‘Landing Phase,’ or imaging phase, we ensure the client’s brand, story, messaging or promise is communicated and translated clearly across all online and offline media. This would include web, search engine optimization (SEO) and social platforms. Finally, we ‘Launch’ by determining and utilizing the proper media and marketing channels, including public relations (PR), radio, TV and print. The goal is to take their message, and make it viral!” GIR: How have you invested in yourself? Corr: I hired Branding Expert Leili McKinley. Having worked with Fortune 500 companies, celebrities Cheryl Ladd, Kelsey Grammer, Maya Angelou and Bob Proctor, I trusted her expertise. I enrolled in her workshop series called, Leili’s
Conscious Branding: You’re Identity is Your Destiny. Aligning my professional branding immediately transformed my life and business. The final phase of transformation was dressing for success with Personal Brand Expert, Image Consultant & Celebrity Stylist Fawn Cheng. When you are the brand, image is everything!” GIR: What are your favorite fashions for work, red carpet and leisure? Corr: “As the face of my business, it’s important I reflect my own unique style, personality and confidence to ensure my first impressions are lasting ones! But, my stylist knows, I cannot be distracted or restricted by clothing, and will not be a slave to fashion.” Work: “I’m fortunate enough to work from home, however for meetings, events, emcee opportunities or when I’m acting spokeswoman or making public appearances, I enjoy a classy, polished, carefree elegance.”
Red Carpet: “I have a confession, when I have to be red-carpet, camera ready, I seek professional help! I love to showcase a unique, sizzling, sexy, sensual, classy and one-of-a-kind style, but I need my ‘dream team’ to pull it off. I am so happy, honored and grateful to have my very own ‘Glam Gals,’ Fawn and Miranda. Public appearances must be executed flawlessly, so I go nowhere without them. Fawn Cheng is a personal stylist for head to toe wardrobe and accessories and Miranda of Miranda’s Creative’s directs hair and makeup. They are fabulous and make me look sensational!”
Michelle Corr is the CEO and creative director of 6° Media Consulting Agency, president of Talkstars Production Company and host of Michelle Corr 6° Radio talk show on KWSS 106.7 FM in Phoenix, Ariz. and globally via www.VoiceAmerica.com. She is also the official media strategist and radio personality for Bob Proctor’s Matrixx Expert Panel. Currently, Corr is the “Head Chica” of Chicks4Change charity group, and CFO (Chief Fabulous Officer) of Mercury Girl Couture. GIR To contact Michelle Corr visit: www.michellecorr.com 602.525.5585
Leisure: “Sporty, comfortable, casual, and once again, carefree is my style. I love the super soft, ultra-thin cottons and the wrinkle-free dress-up or dressdown yoga wear which drapes and flows. A touch of bohemian romantic fabrics, as well as any material that never has to touch an iron, is usually the casual look you’ll find me wearing.”
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Business Adventure Balance Elizabeth Hannan I’m always looking to convey that business adventure balance. Blue Blazing Media is a creative collaborate group of digital professionals and technologists that specialize is one thing – help you take your business to the next level of success. “Your brand is not a tangible item, but the story surrounding your brand is the memorable part that evokes a feeling from everyone you connect with” states Elizabeth Hannan who refers to her team of brainiacs as a “collective intelligence [that] adds a creative pulse to our products and enhances the services we offer.” By evaluating your current presence online and auditing your strengths and weaknesses, Blue Blazing Media 14 GET IMAGE READY
provides you with a solid document with a road-map to improve your marketing and lead generation efforts. Simply stated, BBM uses digital media with a personable hands-on approach to bring your brand to life. Get Image Ready (GIR) :What about your work makes you smile every day? Hannan: Personally, I like the concept that from a broken business you can breaths new life into it with a solid and strategic overhaul after incorporating digital and online business elements into it. The concept that from the
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same business if you reevaluate what the consumers are saying about your business, you can evolve your current business and brand into more a positive experience making it easier to sell to your consumer. Pull data and analytics into actionable items, adapting the platform and crushing ego driven decisions makes me smile often. GIR: How do you help your clients with their Image and Branding? Hannan: Based upon their industry and the products that they sell, we put them on a solid 24 step plan to achieve
their goals or at least give them a head start over their competitors. Your brand is a business. GIR: What are some of the ways you have invested in your own Personal Brand? Hannan: Once you have an image you need a product and a promotional campaign. Visual is always a lead in marketing and brand building. Updating it often is relevant, consumers want fresh often. Get Image Ready gets you a visual pleasing image easily, even for the nerdy and make-up dysfunctional like myself. Monthly we run campaigns for the four communities we curate. We highlight solutions, promotion, and partners in the national media. You can do great things, and to never get the word out
is a solid fault. Public Relations and Social Media help to spread the word. GIR: How has Get Image Ready helped you bring your best face forward? Hannan: GIR always assists and pushes you into stardom. I have learned so much about hair and makeup and poise with them, and even a bit about being a tv host. Totally, amazing for a laptop jockey like myself! GIR Elizabeth Hannan President, Blue Blazing Media www.BlueBlazingMedia.com New York Scottsdale San Francisco 646.580.6290
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Fawn Cheng Fawn’s philosophy stems from her affinity to define what is captivatingly unique about her clients. “Beauty and sex appeal starts from within; how we dress and share our physical selves with the world is a powerful expression of that.” Fawn is a featured keynote speaker and fashion expert on Good Morning Arizona. www.fawncheng.com
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Cowboy meets equestrian in this luxe combination of a leather vest and suede riding pants.
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A fur vest makes a statement when accessorized and layered with shades of copper, gold, and palomino brown.
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This black and tan color block dress, with center ruching and a cascade of rosettes, adds glam appeal to the charm of a rustic backdrop.
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Behind the Scenes The Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak served as host to Get Image Ready’s Fall 2011 Photo Shoot & Model Search Event thanks to Get Image Ready Lead Photographer, Rizalde Sherwood. In November, when the winners were announced at the Red Carpet Reception, we were thrilled that the Pointe’s Western Town & Lazy River would also host the 2012 January Fashion Spread Photo Shoot featured in Get Image Ready’s Digital Magazine. The Luv Shack Ranch Horse Rescue founded by Joey Ogburn was the benefactor of the event and star rescues were able to share in the spotlight at both the Reception as well as Fashion Spread. Fawn Cheng led the Fashion and Stylist teams with wardrobe provided by Paris Paris, hair by Ohana Salon and Make-up by Motives Cosmetics. David Lloyd and Rizalde Sherwood led the Photographic teams, Joey and her husband Greg headed up the livestock and Lori Cairns of Naked Pizza made sure her team kept us all well fed.
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NEW Lifestyle Pavilion Rocks
Barret-Jackson’s Scottsdale 2012 By Jennifer Jackson Just next door to the main auction block of Barrett-Jackson stood the 13,000 square foot Lifestyle Pavilion, the newest venue addition to BarrettJackson Scottsdale. Rock Me Arizona, partnered with Barrett-Jackson for the Lifestyle Pavilion, and hosted seven days and nights of luxury lifestyle events for 2012, thrilling crowds and spectators that were looking for something more than the usual car show. Photograph by Rizalde Sherwood It’s an interesting story how the Lifestyle Pavilion came about. Basically, I had just come off doing my first ever BarrettJackson event in 2010 with Catwalk-fora-Cause, which was a huge succes. I was at the Phoenix Open a week later with the Ops Manger of Barrett-Jackson doing what most people do at the Open, not watching golf! Anyway, he said, hey what about doing a weeks worth of events next year
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and I replied, “awesome, let’s do it!”, but not really thinking too much would come from it. However, a few days later I received a call from the VP of Barrett-Jackson who said, “ I heard you were going to do a week’s worth of events next year, can u send me the schedule?” This was one of the defining moments in my career because I could have stuck to doing just our one event, but after a split second I knew I couldn’t pass up the opportunity so I said, “Sure, I’ll have the schedule draft to you next week!”
Fast forward many months and the Lifestyle Pavilion was resurrected over the only place it would fit which was jokingly called “Lake Craig”. To insiders this was a nice name to call the drainage ditch next to the bathrooms. I was worried about this location because it literally is a ditch which floods every time it rains. We had to install an 8ft tall platform just to build the actual pavilion so it would be high enough off the ground in case it rained. We actually considered filling up the drainage ditch and having the first ever waterfront property at West World.
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That was a funny thought that didn’t happen of course, but the structure turned out amazing. The new Lifestyle Pavilion hosted events for fashionistas and foodies alike with glittering gowns, flashy
chef demonstrations, luxury vendors, boutiques and millions in fine jewelry. It also hosted a full day of family activies with a kids fashion show on Family Values Day and the first ever pet fashion show. For our signature event, Catwalk-fora-Cause, we wanted to do something totally new and different. 2011 was about reflecting on the BarrettJackson 40 year anniversary, so 2012 we wanted to reflect on the future of Barrett-Jackson. For this we put on the West Coast’s first ever 3D fashion show. It was an ambitous goal since the technology was new to us and even more-so since we synched the live show with the pre-shot 3D version. It took an enourmous effort on everyone’s part but we pulled it off! We were very honored for Jordin Sparks to preform live at this event and gave the crowd a treat with an intimate performance. It would be tough to choose a favorite event since there were great elements to each of them. “The International” not only had fabulous food and fashion but also an amazing performance by the US Color Guard along with Restless Hearts music video “HOME”. “Icing: The Million Dollar Diamond and Dessert Show” had a spectacular show of gorgeous gowns from Roxanne’s Formal Wear along with litterally millions of dollars of jewelry from Molina Fine Jewelry. If all of this sounds decadent for the ladies, we certainly didn’t forget the guys with “FUEL Your Senses”, where we brought in a basketball hoop courtesy of the Phoenix Suns for guests to shoot hoops while sampling delicious fare. Of course the ladies did participate and had a lot of fun making baskets in high heels!
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Each one of our events also had a charity beneficiary. So, not only did guests get to attend great events but they also were supporting a worthwhile cause. At the end of the day, it was by far, the most intense compilation of back-to-back events that we’ve ever accomplished but the Rock Me Team made it happen! I’m so proud to be a part of Barrett-Jackson history and of the incredible team that made this dream a reality. Jennifer Jackson (“JJ”), President Rock Me Arizona Events
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Caring in Action By Patti Council What makes the Arizona United States Pageant system different from other pageant systems? The primary reason we are unique is our commitment to empowering and encouraging young ladies to get out into their communities and GIVE BACK! Our pageant system offers a forum for girls and women of all ages to either gain support and awareness for a charitable cause that is already near and dear to them or they can get involved with the many projects we have going on throughout the year and find a charity they are passionate about. The 2012 AZ United States queens: 38 GET IMAGE READY
Lauren Ellie Mendoza - Little Miss Arizona, Dominique Oliver - Preteen Arizona, Maddie Rose Holler - Junior Teen Arizona, Kelly Seiberlich - Miss Teen Arizona, Rachel Dyckman - Miss Arizona, Ashley Dickerson - Ms Arizona and Nicole Flesner - Mrs. Arizona, will not only enjoy the celebrity status that being one of our titleholders brings, they will also volunteer hundreds of hours throughout their reign with numerous charitable organizations all across the state of Arizona and will encourage others to do the same. Caring In Action! For many years, one of the special awards that has
been present during the crowning portion of our pageant is the Spirit of Pageantry Award. This award is a director’s choice award going to the one contestant that exemplifies the true spirit of Pageantry. In our system, that is someone that embraces our philsophy and commitment to giving back. In addition to this award, we will now also be recognizing another contestant that goes above and beyond in the area of service. When volunteer opportunities are sent out to city and state titleholders, these two ladies are always the first to respond and first to serve. The winners of the 2012 Spirit of
Pageantry Award is Jessica Roberts and the winner of the Caring In Action award is Monica Charnel Payne. What exactly does Caring In Action mean? We believe that all of us care about what’s happening in the world around us. There are so many people in need and we all hope for a better future for all of them. Caring In Action takes caring to the next level. It’s getting out there and making a difference. It’s rolling up the pageant sleeves and not being afraid of getting dirty for a good cause. We pack food that gets shipped to third world countries, we walk for charitable causes, we volunteer at gala events, we visit the VA Hospital and hand out flags,
visit with veterans and encourage the staff, we collect clothing for those in need, we ship toys to the troops, we make bears for ChildHelp and make blankets for the Crisis Nursery. There is no job too small or no project too large if we’re helping someone less fortunate. We have broken the mold for what the general public believes ‘pageantry’ is all about. We hope you’ll join us in getting out and making a difference. One person CAN create positive changes and make the lives of others better. Sometimes it’s nothing more than living everyday with a “Pay It Forward” attitude. Help a young mother or elderly person by opening a door, give a kind word to an over-worked
or overly-stressed clerk, pay for the car behind you at a drive through, donate blood, or join in on a walk for a worthy cause. If you want to get involved with our queens and city titleholders in all of the good work they are doing, please contact us and we’ll tell you how to get involved. Or for more information on how you can compete in the 2012 Arizona United States Pageant and participate as a titleholder, visit our website at: www. ArizonaUnitedStatesPageant.com We look forward to serving with you!
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Premier Launch Party The Blue Martini at City North graciously opened their doors for the Get Image Ready Digital Magazine Premier and Preview Party hosted by the GIR Photography Team, Sara Model Management and Scottsdale Nights. Fashion Spread Top Model Winners Alaina Blair and Skye Wagner; Photography Winners Steve Trujillo and Stella Crowl; and Business Profile Winners Dr. Karen Jacobson and Jennifer Jackson mingled with Arizona’s A-List who lined up to celebrate the Valley’s first Get Image Ready Digital Magazine premier. A fashion forward Get Image Ready video slideshow played on every one of Blue Martini’s wall to wall TVs. Directors and delegates from the Arizona United States Pageant system, Top Models & Photographers from Phoenix Fashion and TV Celebs from our Valley’s favorite shows enjoyed complimentary Pink Passion Martini’s, Liv Naked collector bracelets, sushi samplers and live entertainment with all those who pre-registered for their subscription at the door.
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