Hello [contact-first_name]!
Welcome to the May issue of the KCOMM Communications Alert
Our May issue covers many topics including updates from the White House, Wealthy100 (now Echelon), Generation NeXt and new business developments in Orange County. These emails are also designed to give you insight into public policy, political updates, Internet Marketing news and the latest information regarding KCOMM, Orange County business and more.
As a personal favor, I would appreciate your consideration in backing a good friend of mine, Bill Hunt for Sheriff of Orange County. Over the years, I have had the pleasure to know Bill's family, job performance and strength in our community. I assure you that Bill Hunt is the type of person that represents Character, Leadership and Integrity for Orange County's Sheriff's Department. Please be sure to get out and vote June 6th if you haven't done so already.
We also have big announcements coming that will change the way California, Nevada and Arizona receive business and political news. Stay tuned for more editions of our Communications Alert.
Sinan Kanatsiz
Chairman & CEO
Breaking News:
Senator John McCain Comes to Orange County to Discuss Immigration
KCOMM Organizes Standing Room Only Event with Over 400 Top OC Business and Community Leaders
U.S. Senator John McCain recently made an important stop in Orange County. Jeff Montejano, Shannon Widor, and KCOMM staff arranged for over a dozen top media outlets to cover the event at the Hyatt Regency in Irvine. Among those in attendance included CNN, Orange County Register, and a myriad of other broadcast and print reporters. Senator McCain entertained a number of questions from the audience concerning immigration reform. Community leaders in attendance included John Saunders, Craig Atkins, Paul Makarechian, Julie Vandermost, Lt. Bill Hunt, and Mario Rodriguez to name a few.
In This Issue...
Girls and Boys Town Receives $1,000,000 Gift at Ceremony with Lennar Homes :.
KCOMM, Assemblyman Keith Richman and HomeAid Attend in Collaboration
Girls and Boys Town of Southern California held the groundbreaking for its third Los Angeles County emergency assessment center and shelter on Tuesday, April 11. HomeAid Los Angeles / Ventura, Lennar Homes and local elected officials announced plans for the new Compton Shelter at the event. The event and subsequent press coverage was coordinated by KCOMM.
Lennar Homes presented Girls and Boys Town with a $1-million gift in a combination of in-kind and cash donations that will cover the costs of this project. Lennar is also currently working on three other shelter projects for HomeAid Los Angeles/ Ventura that will take place this year.
Among the many entities that made this project possible, representatives from each organization were: Keith Diederich, President and CEO of Girls and Boys Town of Southern California; Bob Hartmann, Chairman of the Board of Trustees for Girls and Boys Town of Southern California; John Bailey, Executive Director of HomeAid Los Angeles/ Ventura; Genette Eaton, CEO of HomeAid National; Jeff Roos, Regional President of Lennar Homes; Holly Schroeder, Executive Officer of BIA Greater Los Angeles/Ventura Chapter; Edward Sosa, Division Chief of the Out Home Care Management Program from the Department of Children and Family Services of Los Angeles; and Assemblyman Keith Richman, Los Angeles 38 District, State Treasurer Elect.
University of Phoenix and Lutheran High School of Orange County Team with KCOMM to Market Unique Online High School Program :.
KCOMM To Offer Internet Marketing, Creative and Public Relations Services
In an effort to "reinvent the high school," Lutheran High School of Orange County operates a highly innovative online program that enables a wide range of individuals to take high school courses via computer. It is the first program of its kind in the country (perhaps the world), based on the comprehensive nature of its offerings and the level of interaction it provides between students and teachers as well as among students themselves. Participants include students enrolled in the brick-and-mortar Lutheran High School, located in the city of Orange, who desire additional flexibility in their routine as well as anyone, anywhere who needs or wants the ability to complete their high school curriculum remotely.
Lutheran High has tapped KCOMM to provide a full-service marketing program to develop a distinctive messaging strategy, positioning campaign, and multi-pronged outreach effort to build the reach of this program across the country.
Wealthy100 (now Echelon) of Orange County Looks at Lifestyle and Investment Convergence of Southern California and Las Vegas :.
Event Draws Over 100 Top Orange County Businesspeople
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The beautiful St. Regis Resort at Monarch Beach was the venue on Wednesday evening, May 24, for a gathering of the Wealthy100 (now Echelon) of Orange County. The topic was the increasingly dynamic synergy between the SoCal and Vegas marketplaces as lifestyle meccas. The event offered an opportunity for the assembled group to hear an update on the dramatic growth that continues unabated in Las Vegas as well as predictions for the blossoming of Orange County as an environment with its own unique brand of amenities and opportunities as an innovator on a par with its Nevada cousin. In addition, a presentation was provided on the latest in holistic wealth management technology. Attendees also mixed and mingled at a wine tasting reception hosted by Levendi Estates Winery.
Speakers included Paul Makarechian, CEO, Makar Properties; Ryan Miller, Vice President, Red Rock Resort, Las Vegas; Shannon Laffey, Business Development Executive, W Las Vegas Hotel, Casino & Residences; and Todd Rustman, President, GR Capital Asset Management. Moderator was Sinan Kanatsiz, Chairman & CEO, KCOMM.
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Ascending to the Nation's Capital :.
Trip to D.C. Gives Strong Indicator as to the Future of our Nation
Recently Kai and I took a trip to Washington D.C. and met with several friends, elected officials and world leaders. We had an invaluable opportunity to meet with leaders on both sides of the fence to discuss issues that affect the next generation. We had several meetings with Senators and Congressmen, including Congressman Ed Royce and State Senator Barack Obama.
We also had the opportunity to experience Washington D.C. in a way never expected. In addition to visiting the Smithsonian and Arlington National Cemetary, we had the opportunity to dine with Presidential nominees, national congressmen and tour the Capital in a detailed fashion. Our experiences included walking on the Senate Floor as McCain and Kennedy were voting on national reform on immigration.
Our top recommendation is to stay in Georgetown.
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IBM and KCOMM Bring Leading IT Integrator to Orange County :.
Over 150 Top Executives Turn Out for Event
"A Night of Innovation with Key Information Systems and IBM" was the theme for a special grand opening celebration for Key's newly opened office in Newport Beach. The office complements Key's headquarters in Woodland Hills and other facilities in Sausalito and Phoenix. The evening brought together Key executives and customers, senior IBM representatives, elected officials, members of the media, and leaders from a wide range of Southern California businesses to welcome Key to Orange County.
Key Information Systems is an IBM Premier Business Partner and one of the leading IT systems integrators in the U.S. The company provides IT solutions that address critical challenges such as business continuity, governance and compliance, and information lifecycle management through sophisticated hardware, software and service offerings. The new Orange County office will help strengthen the company's local presence to support its clients in the area and develop new business opportunities. The grand opening was created, coordinated and promoted by a team of KCOMM event professionals along with the Key marketing organization.
Generation NeXt Hosts State Senator Tom McClintock and Assemblywoman Bonnie Garcia :.
Event Staged at Mozambique Restaurant in Laguna Beach
Generation NeXt (Gen NeXt) was pleased and honored to recently host these two accomplished and well-respected members of California's legislature: State Senator Tom McClintock and Assemblywoman Bonnie Garcia.
On May 18 at the beautiful Mozambique Restaurant and Coastal Lounge in Laguna Beach, Gen NeXt members and invited guests met with Senator McClintock, candidate for Lieutenant Governor, and Assemblywoman Garcia as they gave an insightful snapshot of important issues facing California, including immigration and the upcoming election season.
Among all voters, Democrat and Republican, no public official in the state of California is more favorably approved than Senator McClintock. He is known by 53 percent of California voters and has an almost 2-to-1 favorability rating, more than any other public official in California. Whether one agrees or disagrees with him, he's earned a reputation for articulating his political philosophy and approach to important issues that affect the next generation. As one of the most unique public officials, his campaign is going to be one of the most competitive.
Assemblywoman Garcia is one of the most dynamic and energetic young legislators. Elected in 2002, Assemblywoman Garcia is the first Latina woman to represent the 80th Assembly District. She was a key member of Governor Schwarzenegger's Transition Team and was named as a California delegate to the 2004 National Republican Convention. Her legislative priorities include removing barriers to keep jobs in California, protecting funding for local government, increasing access to higher education, protecting children from sexual predators, improving child support collection efforts and structural reform in the state budget process.
For more photos and news about this event and Gen NeXt, visit www.gen-next.org.
KCOMM President Jeff Montejano Joins Orange County Political Powerhouses New Majority and Generation NeXt :.
Montejano Offers Next Generation Perspective to Established PACs
After spending a decade in the public policy and political arena, having worked in the State Legislature on political campaigns and as a consultant for various Political Action Committees, Jeff Montejano will serve on the Political Affairs Board for the New Majority and will assist with the organization's expansion in the Inland Empire. Jeff will also be active with Gen NeXt as it continues to grow. Jeff previously served as a political consultant for both organizations.
"Having Jeff join both these organizations brings tremendous motivation to me," says Sinan Kanatsiz, CEO of KCOMM, founder of Gen NeXt and member of the New Majority. "Jeff brings in solid relationships, political understanding and new generation thinking. This will help both PACs grow in a major way."
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