Entertainers

The Penelopes and Asia Argento Collaborate for New Cover of Suicide's Timeless Classic, "Dream Baby Dream"

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Thursday, January 30, 2020

LONDON, Jan. 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The Penelopes and Asia Argento have collaborated on a new cover of Suicide's classic hit, "Dream Baby Dream," on Pour Le Monde Records.

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  • LONDON, Jan. 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The Penelopes and Asia Argento have collaborated on a new cover of Suicide's classic hit, "Dream Baby Dream," on Pour Le Monde Records.
  • Argento adds to the cast of actresses the duo has been collaborating with for its upcoming album, including iconic French film star Isabelle Adjani on "Meet Me By The Gates."
  • Speaking about their new single, producer Vincent Tremel states: "'Dream Baby Dream' is ambiguous.
  • Asia Argento recently spoke out about what the song means to her, telling AFP France, "This song came after the suicide of my partner.

The Great Place to Work® For All Summit™ Adds Brian L. Roberts, Valerie B. Jarrett, Tina Tchen, Oris Stuart, and Melissa Etheridge to Speaker & Entertainment Program

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Wednesday, January 29, 2020
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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20200129005267/en/
    Great Place to Work CEO Michael C. Bush addresses the crowd at the Great Place to Work For All Summit.
  • The Great Place to Work Culture Rockstar social event will take place at the Summit on Wednesday, March 4, 2020 at the San Francisco Masonic Auditorium and will feature Oscar and Grammy Award-winner Melissa Etheridge.
  • The Executive Title Partner and Co-Chair Emeritus for this years Great Place to Work For All Summit is Accenture.
  • Everything it does is driven by the mission to build a better world by helping every organization become a Great Place to Work For All.

Bus.com partners with Cirque du Soleil as Official Coach Bus transport in Canada and the United States

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Tuesday, January 28, 2020

Through this partnership the two companies will strengthen their logistics relationship to support the complex travel needs of the Cirque du Soleil touring shows casts and crews across Canada and the United States.

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  • Through this partnership the two companies will strengthen their logistics relationship to support the complex travel needs of the Cirque du Soleil touring shows casts and crews across Canada and the United States.
  • The relationship between Cirque du Soleil and Bus.com began in 2019, when Bus.com was tasked with handling logistics for two shows in San Jose and San Diego.
  • Their dedication and commitment to build a true business relationship made them the perfect partner", says Stephanie Gaudette, General Manager, Touring Shows at Cirque du Soleil.
  • Bus.com's unique mix of technology and logistical expertise enables the company to act as a single point of contact for Cirque du Soleil across their touring shows in Canada and the United States .

Rick Mercer to host CJF Awards, celebrating Canadian Journalism Foundation's 30 years

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Tuesday, January 28, 2020

TORONTO, Jan. 28, 2020 /CNW/ - Political satirist Rick Mercer, the comedic chronicler of Canadian culture best known for his CBC show The Rick Mercer Report, will host the CJF Awards , celebrating 30 years of journalistic excellence.

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  • TORONTO, Jan. 28, 2020 /CNW/ - Political satirist Rick Mercer, the comedic chronicler of Canadian culture best known for his CBC show The Rick Mercer Report, will host the CJF Awards , celebrating 30 years of journalistic excellence.
  • "We're thrilled to have Rick Mercer as host of our 30th anniversary awards celebration," says Natalie Turvey, president and executive director of the CJF.
  • Rick will add a great deal to this milestone evening and our look back at three decades of journalism in Canada."
  • He also starred in Rick Mercer's Talking to Americans and is the author of four books, including his latest, Rick Mercer Final Report.

VDS Comes Up Big in the Stevie Awards

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Tuesday, January 28, 2020

The Stevie Awards organizes several of the world's leading business awards shows, including the prestigious International Business Awards and the Stevie Awards for Great Employers.

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  • The Stevie Awards organizes several of the world's leading business awards shows, including the prestigious International Business Awards and the Stevie Awards for Great Employers.
  • Created in 2002 to honor and generate public recognition for the achievements and positive contributions of organizations and working professionals worldwide, the Stevie Awards are widely considered the world's premier business awards.
  • This year the Stevie Awards are also encouraging customers and others to vote in the People's Choice Stevie Awards for Customer Service.
  • As a Premier Google Partner, VDS combines the reach of those established publication properties with cutting-edge digital strategies for customers.

Boston Calling 2020 Announces Its Full Lineup

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Tuesday, January 28, 2020

Boston Calling, the acclaimed annual three-day festival, will take place at the Harvard Athletic Complex in Allston, MA on Memorial Day Weekend, May 22 - 24, 2020.

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  • Boston Calling, the acclaimed annual three-day festival, will take place at the Harvard Athletic Complex in Allston, MA on Memorial Day Weekend, May 22 - 24, 2020.
  • Boston Calling is excited to welcome back to the 2020 festival lineup artists including Run The Jewels, who performed in 2015 and 2017, as well as Brittany Howard, who played Boston Calling with her band Alabama Shakes in 2015.
  • Further celebrating the regions talent, this years Boston Calling will feature a lineup of 19 local comedians and 12 of Bostons best DJs.
  • The day-by-day lineup for Boston Calling 2020 is as follows.

Ukraine House Davos Reaches New Heights in 2020 - its 3rd Year

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Tuesday, January 28, 2020

KYIV, Ukraine, Jan. 28, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The press conference of the Ukraine House Davos Organizing Committee (UHOC) was held at the Interfax-Ukraine Press Center today.

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  • KYIV, Ukraine, Jan. 28, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The press conference of the Ukraine House Davos Organizing Committee (UHOC) was held at the Interfax-Ukraine Press Center today.
  • Highlights of Ukraine House Davos included the visit of the President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky who acknowledged the UHOC for their efforts in promoting Ukraine.
  • Ukraine House Davos 2020 surpassed the success of last year's event, strengthening the image of Ukraine as a modern, European country offering a wealth of opportunities.
  • Building on this year's success, Ukraine House Davos will continue its mission of promoting Ukraine in 2021 and will surprise the world with even more opportunities that Ukraine has to offer!"

Ukraine House Davos Reaches New Heights in 2020 - its 3rd Year

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Tuesday, January 28, 2020

KYIV, Ukraine, Jan. 28, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The press conference of the Ukraine House Davos Organizing Committee (UHOC) was held at the Interfax-Ukraine Press Center today.

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  • KYIV, Ukraine, Jan. 28, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The press conference of the Ukraine House Davos Organizing Committee (UHOC) was held at the Interfax-Ukraine Press Center today.
  • Highlights of Ukraine House Davos included the visit of the President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky who acknowledged the UHOC for their efforts in promoting Ukraine.
  • Ukraine House Davos 2020 surpassed the success of last year's event, strengthening the image of Ukraine as a modern, European country offering a wealth of opportunities.
  • Building on this year's success, Ukraine House Davos will continue its mission of promoting Ukraine in 2021 and will surprise the world with even more opportunities that Ukraine has to offer!"

Mo Rocca To Host The 25th Annual Audie Awards®, A Night Of Celebration For Achievement In Audiobook Excellence

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Monday, January 27, 2020

2020 also marks the 25th anniversary of the Audie Awards, a celebratory milestone that caps a period of tremendous growth and popularity for the audiobook storytelling format.

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  • 2020 also marks the 25th anniversary of the Audie Awards, a celebratory milestone that caps a period of tremendous growth and popularity for the audiobook storytelling format.
  • "After spending three days talking into a microphone to record my own audiobook, I've fallen in love with the sound of my voice," says Rocca.
  • "We are thrilled that Mo Rocca will be the master of ceremonies at the 25th Audie Awards, our biggest celebration yet," said Michele Cobb, Executive Director of the APA.
  • AUDIE AWARDS The Audie Awards is the premier awards program in the United States recognizing distinction in audiobooks and spoken-word entertainment.

Ukraine House Davos Reaches New Heights in 2020

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Friday, January 24, 2020

DAVOS, Switzerland, Jan. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Ukraine House Davos 2020 has surpassed the success of last year's event, strengthening the image of Ukraine as a modern, European country with attractive investment opportunities.

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  • DAVOS, Switzerland, Jan. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Ukraine House Davos 2020 has surpassed the success of last year's event, strengthening the image of Ukraine as a modern, European country with attractive investment opportunities.
  • The House hosted engaging panels on investment, infrastructure, IT and education, as well as evening receptions and cultural diplomacy events.
  • For the final instalment of the week-long event, Ukraine House Davos hosted a panel to showcase the success stories of Ukraine's next generation of leaders and entrepreneurs.
  • Highlights of Ukraine House Davos included the visit of President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Wednesday who thanked the Organizing Committee for their efforts in promoting Ukraine.