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Jacob turns 13, Casino Style

Sunday, September 19th, 2010

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My friend Nikki Walker who’s a publicist here in Atlanta, invited me out to her son’s 13th birthday on Saturday. It sure is a lot of birthdays this month wow! My daughter who was also turning 13 the next day wanted to be at her bff’s house and she assured me she didn’t want to go because she was having too much fun. I said ok now, you’re going to regret it when you see the pics, like you always do lol.

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So my son and I zoomed off in the Ford Fiesta to Jacob’s 13th partee. When we pulled up the red carpet was waiting for us and my son started to grin. He said,” wow mom this is going to be beast”(cool). The theme was casino night decorated in black and red with casino tables,dealers and chips. The drink for the afternoon was black knight and white night. OMG booth was there to shoot fun pics as well as a great dj. Jacob arrived in a white suburban truck decked out in red and black with a baseball hat, too cute. His lady friends had on black tutu skirts and leggings with their lip gloss poppin. There was a dance off, live entertainment from local artists and a happy birthday duet from Miss Teen Georgia.

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Terrell being shy lol

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Loved the cake!

I met some real cutie pies at the party and my son stayed on the black jack table because he had a lot of lady luck as the dealer kept picking his lucky numbers back to back. I chatted with Jacob the “birthday dude” for a sec and asked him what did he want to do with himself when he got older. He said he wanted to be a promoter for now. He said that today he was also launching his brand new company called, Ajex. He says that he wants to promote kids parties so that they can have something to do. This young man has a bright future ahead of him and we need great role models for our youth. I see that Jacob is well on his way! Happy Birthday Jacob and shout out to Nikki for the personal invite!

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Pr Diva Nikki Walker!

Thursday, August 27th, 2009

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Nikki Walker

TalkingWithTami:  Nikki your a fab publicist! Can you tell me what a day is like for you in your career?

The great thing about my days are that they vary. Generally I’m up at 8. I check blogs, look at overnight emails and say a silent prayer at my desk. By 9 I am engrossed in phone calls with clients and my Sr. team member Shem Young. She and I discuss the day’s needs and delegate who will handle them. By 10 its all about writing press releases and proposals. I try to talk with media and do in person meetings from noon until 4 and usually work until about 7 via blackberry. I must adnit that once in a while I do a noon “meeting” with Maury! Can’t get enough of the DNA shows! lol!

TalkingWithTami: What was your first job in pr?

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My first real job in PR was with Double XXposure. When I decided to become a publicist I sought out a master to teach me. Angelo Ellerbee is the “Berry Gordy” of my generation in terms of grooming artists for the spotlight. I worked directly with him, we even shared an office. There I was exposed to artists like Mary J. Blige, DMX, Morgan Heritage and Ginuwine along with up and coming artists. It was an amazing experience that put me right in the center of the NY music scene at the time. It definitely snatched the “star-struck” mentality right out of me.

TalkingWithTami:  What would be the ideal client for you? Has been or newbies would you take either on?

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My ideal client is properly funded and well versed on their industry and where their business fits in the schematic. It takes money to make money and not everyone understands that. Simply hiring a PR firm is not the end of the journey. Clients who are ready to make an investment in their company are the ones who flourish. I would love to take on a couture designer next. I’ve done mass market and I love it, but the luxury market is so different and I’d love to join that club! Newbies have great energy and are fun to pitch. Has beens are a great challenge because we get to make them relevant once more. They are usually humble and ready for any challenge since they have a little seasoning on them.

TalkingWithTami: On the red carpets what are some key media outlets you look for to give your clients exposure and why is that important?

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Red carpets are a monster! With regional events it is so important to get the wire services and the local glossies like Jezebel, Uptown and the Atlantan. I LOVE the blog community. The writers, reporters and photographers are so professional and so important to the client because they offer instant coverage and recognition. I appreciate their support.

TalkingWithTami:  Congrats on tying the knot! How are you juggling your career and family life now?

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 My new life as a wife has been amazing! My husband is the love of my life and our little home is my sanctuary. Both he and my son are my biggest cheerleaders. They make sure I eat, take my vitamins and always listen to my drama (yes, there is drama in owning a business!) Two angels, I swear. When the door to my home office is closed they leave me alone and when I appear tired, frustrated and burned out, they are there with hugs, kisses (and often a cocktail!) lol! Mr. Owens makes the journey a lot easier and I love him for it!

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