On Friday, April 30, 2010 Olympic Gold Medalist/Two-Time NBA All Star/Former NY Knick Allan Houston and Atlanta Dream/Former U of L Cardinals Angel McCoughtry returned home to Louisville with International Children’s Support Foundation (ICF) to host The Xperience KY Derby Celebrity Basketball Game on Derby Day during the prestigious Kentucky Derby. The Xperience Celebrity Basketball Game was held at Allan’s former high school, Ballard High School where he won a championship! The Xperience Outreach Foundation’s mission was to bring together a powerful group of professional athletes and celebrities to maximize The KY Derby “Xperience” for youth and their families. NBA & NFL All Stars, celebrity artists and industry professionals who share a vision of reaching out to youth to encourage and assist them in making positive life choices.
The game began with DJ Big D & Darrell “Hype Man Graffiti” Griffith, Jr getting the crowd started as they entered the gym. The people began to flow into the gym quickly anxiously anticipating the celebrities and the start of the game as they enjoyed VIP seating, refreshments, a chance to win cash in a 50/50 raffle and the $10,000 ½ court shot.
The players arrived on the court and were introduced and then it was time for the game to begin. This wasn’t your average celebrity basketball game, from the start it was a very intense game. Allan, Terrell, Jaylan, Gerald, Brent (who had 16 3pt FG’s for 48pts) and others created an exciting atmosphere for the kids and their families in a shoot out.
During Half Time Random Events Presented the JetBlue Challenge Half Court $10,000 Shot. Allan Houston introduced ATL Dream & U of L alum Angel McCoughtry and Angel chose the golden ticket that every attendee received upon entry into the celebrity game. The young man’s ticket was chosen and he was explained the rules and shown the exact spot he needed to attempt the shot and was left at a chance of winning $10,000. The young man got in position and threw the ball to no avail; he missed the basket by a long shot. The attendees also had a chance to win cash in a 50/50 raffle and the remaining half of the proceeds was donated to the Allan Houston Legacy Foundation.
The second half of the game wasn’t any different than the first. Filled with tons of excitement, 3pt shots, dunks and alley oops each team wanted to walk away as winners. The final score of the game was 108-115 and the WINNERS… TEAM HOUSTON! After the game the attendees received a chance to take pictures and receive autographs from their favorite celebrities. The game was fabulous and an additional highlight during the KY Derby Week.
Special Thanks to Allan Houston, Angel McCoughtry, Terrell Owens, David Tyree, Joe Horn, Rich Mahler Sr, Rich Mahler Jr & the Mahler Family (ICF), Coach Wade Houston & Family & the Houston Family, Jaylan Fleming, Letricia Cunningham, Terronce Moorman, Allan Houston Legacy Foundation, International Children’s Support Foundation, Xperience Outreach Foundation, Dave Huie (UNK), Tamiko Thomas & Andre Walker & the Platinum Image Staff (Platinum Image Ent Group), Malachai Johns (Redd Graphics), Miko Horn (AHLF), Jonathan Herman (AHLF), Andre Green (ICF), Tee Foxx (Foxx Entertainment), Darrell Griffith Jr & DJ Big D (Monster Squad Productions), Kimbrew McCain (Hands Down Security), Harold & 104 THE BEAT, Kita & Benecia Williams, Anthony Holt, Dwayne Burton, Ballard High School, Chris Kinney, Photographer George Williams, the players, participants and any others that contributed to this successful event. Also, VERY SPECIAL THANKS to ALL the event sponsors and donators who have supported the foundations and assisted with our efforts to make this event possible.
Event Sponsors Include: International Children’s Support Foundation’s (ICF), Allan Houston Legacy Foundation (AHLF), 104.3 The BEAT, Random Events Presents the JetBlue Challenge, Curv Sports, Yum! Brand Foundation, HOUSTON-JOHNSON INC (HJI), Dry Ice Blasting Technologies (DIBT), Drench, Platinum Image Ent Group and UNK.
For more information about Xperience Outreach Foundation please visit www.XperienceOutreach.com.
Saturday, May 1, 2010
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
JONATHAN MARTIN’S CELEBRITY BIRTHDAY BASH
Satuday, February 27, 2010 was a night to remember in Newark! Good Life Entertainment Presented Comedian Jonathan Martin’s Celebrity Birthday Bash & Comedy Roast Hosted by Big Boi of Outkast invaded Newark along with the snowstorm that left 2 (two) feet of snow the day before the event. Jonathan, his celebrity friends and family arrived to a red carpet, laughs and great music by DJ Dough Boy at the Robert Treat Hotel.
The night began as Jonathan’s fellow comedians such as his cousin Albert Tompkins, family friend Barry Byrd, Ron Snipes, Rashon Reese, Frantz Casseus, Shawn Harvey, Michael Blackson & Capone ROASTED him for his birthday. Once the comedy came to a conclusion Big Boi rocked the mic and crowd filled the dance floor until they sweat!
Special Thanks to Jonathan Martin, Good Life Entertainment (Chris, Rob & George), Do It 4 Fun, the Platinum Image Team, Tamiko Thomas, Big Boi of Outkast, ANadyah Sharieff of Made to Design and everyone who helped make this event a success.
ABOUT JONATHAN MARTIN
Jonathan Martin was born and raised in New Jersey. While many kids his age were known as “class clown” his classmates knew him as a comedic trailblazer. Just barely into his senior year of high school, he was the only African American to attend Ringling Bros & Barnum and Bailey Circus Clown College.
While performing and writing sketches for Ringling Bros, the great Universal Soul Circus recruited Jonathan away to join the largest specific-market circus in the world. With such broad knowledge of humor, he began to pursue the standup comedy circuit and explored entertainment television.
Jonathan Martin won first place on MTV’s ‘Becoming’, as Busta Rhymes, starred in national commercial campaigns for the GAP clothing company and made his acting debut on the Dave Chappelle Show. He now performs at top comedy clubs across the country including Caroline’s on Broadway in NY and the Comedy Store in Los Angeles. He has also appeared on BET’s “One Mic Stand” and written for many people such as Tracy Morgan and others. Jonathan is famous throughout the urban communities as the, “King of Snappin!”
CONTACT INFORMATION
Tamiko Thomas | Platinum Image Ent Group | 571-215-3157 | PlatinumImageEntGroup@gmail.com
The night began as Jonathan’s fellow comedians such as his cousin Albert Tompkins, family friend Barry Byrd, Ron Snipes, Rashon Reese, Frantz Casseus, Shawn Harvey, Michael Blackson & Capone ROASTED him for his birthday. Once the comedy came to a conclusion Big Boi rocked the mic and crowd filled the dance floor until they sweat!
Special Thanks to Jonathan Martin, Good Life Entertainment (Chris, Rob & George), Do It 4 Fun, the Platinum Image Team, Tamiko Thomas, Big Boi of Outkast, ANadyah Sharieff of Made to Design and everyone who helped make this event a success.
ABOUT JONATHAN MARTIN
Jonathan Martin was born and raised in New Jersey. While many kids his age were known as “class clown” his classmates knew him as a comedic trailblazer. Just barely into his senior year of high school, he was the only African American to attend Ringling Bros & Barnum and Bailey Circus Clown College.
While performing and writing sketches for Ringling Bros, the great Universal Soul Circus recruited Jonathan away to join the largest specific-market circus in the world. With such broad knowledge of humor, he began to pursue the standup comedy circuit and explored entertainment television.
Jonathan Martin won first place on MTV’s ‘Becoming’, as Busta Rhymes, starred in national commercial campaigns for the GAP clothing company and made his acting debut on the Dave Chappelle Show. He now performs at top comedy clubs across the country including Caroline’s on Broadway in NY and the Comedy Store in Los Angeles. He has also appeared on BET’s “One Mic Stand” and written for many people such as Tracy Morgan and others. Jonathan is famous throughout the urban communities as the, “King of Snappin!”
CONTACT INFORMATION
Tamiko Thomas | Platinum Image Ent Group | 571-215-3157 | PlatinumImageEntGroup@gmail.com
Monday, January 4, 2010
Company Announcement
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
NEW COMPANY ANNOUNCEMENT: PLATINUM IMAGE ENTERTAINMENT GROUP
A New Lifestyle, Image Consulting and Public Relations firm has been established by Tamiko Thomas to Assure Optimal Exposure and Recognition While Igniting the Careers of its Clients
Washington, DC - January 4, 2010 – Who is the new company being sought after by industry professionals? Platinum Image Entertainment Group has invaded the public relations field with a new wave of excitement and creativity. Tamiko Thomas, formally of Ideal PR, has branched off to develop a new unique personalized lifestyle retreat that caters to a wide spectrum of celebrity clientele with the Fashion, Film, Music & Sports entertainment industries, specializing in Celebrity Procurement, Red Carpet Event Production & Publicity, Lifestyle & Image Branding, Media Relations, Community Relations, Personal Entertainment PR and much more.
While to many, the name Platinum Image Entertainment Group may be an unfamiliar one, it’s a name everyone will want to watch out for. Under the steadfast direction of Public Relations specialist Tamiko Thomas, “Bowling with the Stars,” which took place in the chic Luxe Suite of Lucky Strikes Lanes & Lounge was invaded by celebrity guests such as host Comedian Kevin Hart, NFL players Braylon Edwards, Danny Clark, Darrelle Revis, Jerricho Cotchery, Miles Austin, Ramses Barden, Sinorice Moss, Terrell Thomas, Vernon Gholston, DJ Clue, Tyson Beckford, Vivica A. Fox, DL Hughley, Allan Houston, Stephen A Smith, ESPN’s Mike Hill, Fonzworth Bentley and many more while Funkmaster Flex heated it up on the 1’s & 2’s on November 2, 2009. The venue was taken over by attendees and celebrity guests in support of the Kerry Rhodes Foundation. “Bowling with the Stars” was the first event backed by Thomas since her departure with Ideal PR and a proven success.
Ms. Thomas didn’t stop there. On Tuesday, December 15, 2009 the Kerry Rhodes Foundation teamed up with the acclaimed Jimmy Choo brand to present the “Jimmy Choo & Kerry Rhodes Exclusive Shopping Holiday Mixer.” The intimate but yet chic boutique of Jimmy Choo, located at The Mall at Short Hills, in Short Hills, NJ, flowed with corporate and elite attendees who came to support yet another fabulous event spearheaded by Tamiko Thomas. The event was hosted by Kerry Rhodes himself and Miss USA Kristen Dalton, this event bought out faces such as celebrity stylist Misa Hylton-Brim, Brad Smith (NY Jets), Marques Murrell (NY Jets), Buddy “The Cake Boss” from Carlos’ Bakery, Rex Ryan (NY Jets Head Coach) and many more.
Both events are indicative of the exemplary public relations campaigns, events and services you can expect to receive from Platinum Image Entertainment Group. With new beginnings, 2010 being at the forefront of our minds, Platinum Image Entertainment Group is planning to launch campaigns that will not go unnoticed. Tamiko Thomas possesses an instinct for success and an eye for creativity that is unparalleled. With star studded, successful and buzz worthy events under her independent belt, in less than 2 months Ms. Thomas has proved that Platinum Image Entertainment Group is a company that will exceed industry standards while providing exceptional services.
Platinum Image is not just a company…It’s a MOVEMENT!
ABOUT Platinum Image Entertainment Group
Platinum Image Entertainment Group is a unique personalized lifestyle retreat that caters to a wide spectrum of celebrity clientele within the Fashion, Film, Music & Sports entertainment industries. Platinum Image specializes in Celebrity Procurement, Red Carpet Event Production & Publicity, Lifestyle & Image Branding, Media Relations, Personal Entertainment PR and much more.
Platinum Image Entertainment Group is a unique personalized lifestyle retreat that caters to a wide spectrum of celebrity clientele within the Fashion, Film, Music & Sports entertainment industries. Platinum Image specializes in Celebrity Procurement, Red Carpet Event Production & Publicity, Lifestyle & Image Branding, Media Relations, Personal Entertainment PR and much more.
For more information about Platinum Image Entertainment Group’s services please contact Platinum Image at PlatinumImageEntGroup@gmail.com
Platinum Image Entertainment Group | 1300 Mercantile Lane Suite# 139L | Largo, MD 20774 | PlatinumImageEntGroup@gmail.com
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