How did you get started in Professional Blogging?

Kind of by accident really. I, like a lot of people, found it frustrating trying to find things to do in Boston so I decided to start researching things to do; I got on a bunch of list serves, took friends recommendations, and each week I would put up a “note” on Facebook called “You are Officially Invited” which would detail to my friends places to go, things to do, and we’d decide what we’d do that weekend based on my notes. I’ve always been a writer, but that’s where the blogging part kind of got started.

Can we get a run down about The Fab! Empire?

TheFabEmpire.com is a unique niche site dedicated to finding the hottest parties, events and shows in local cities across the U.S. What started out as being a site of “party critics” has gained the strong support of the young urban professional and become a reliable resource on what’s hot and what’s not in the in all areas of things fabulous, primarily in entertainment. We have bureau chiefs in the cities of Baltimore, Boston, Washington D.C., and New York. There are more cities to come in 2010 so stay tuned! We’ve been around 2 years and are really excited about what the future holds for us.

How did you become part of The Fab! Empire?

A friend who was on the “You are Officially Invited” list introduced me to Joi-Marie DCFab! / Editor in Chief (affectionately called E-I-C) of The Fab! Empire and Mia Hall (BmoreFab!) –back in 2007during a New Years trip to Vegas. In between our fun times we talked business and they asked me to join the team and BostonFab! and it took off from there.

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Best in the Biz interview with Jae Williams Ceo of Forty8 Three Films Tell
us a little something about yourself?

I am 25, originally from Chicago, IL but grew up in West Medford MA, graduated from Emerson college with a BA in Media Production with a focus on directing. I am proud father to a daughter ..Jada-Marie who keeps me motivated and inspired to be great.

How did you get started in Video Production/Directing?

I always have been a big fan of music and music videos. I love R&B, Hip Hop and Neo Soul…I could never rap or sing but I always found myself creating these visual stories within the song in my head. I never really thought anything of it until I went to school in Atlanta. I went to Morehouse when I graduated high school and back in 02 ATL was blowing up. They were shooting many videos and movies there and I then realized that is what I wanted to do. Spike Lee was an alumni of Morehouse so I felt that I could head in the direction of film making as well. I loved my time at Morehouse but I left to go to film school back in Boston(Emerson College) because I felt that I needed a more hand on approach to my craft.

How did you come about starting Forty8 Three Films?

I could not find a job in my field coming out of college so I figured I make a way to create work for myself. I always had support from my family, friends and community in anything I did…When I was younger growing up in
West Medford, “483” was the first three digits of my house phone. So Forty8 Three Films is just a way for me to pay homage to my community and where I grew up because without there support and guidance I would’n’t be where I am today.

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This week we have with us a very special guest, Ramiro “The Freakin’ Puerto Rican” Torres, Boston’s favorite Morning Show DJ from JAM’N 94.5 FM. Lets check it out!

Where is Ramiro from?

Where is Ramiro from? Do you mean the origin of the name or do you want me to answer in 3rd person? Ramiro is an American of Puerto Rican descent (Which means he was born in Boston and his parents still speak horrible broken English).

Haha…How did you get started in radio broadcasting?

I got into it right out of high school. I went to broadcasting school and started interning and basically sleeping at the station until they started paying me.

How did you get the name “The Freakin’ Puerto Rican”?

One day the DJ on air before me said he was going to call me that since he had a friend working on the West Coast that used that name. I hated it and told him not to do it. He did it anyway and it stuck. I’m cool with it now.

Who or what are your biggest influences?

No one in particular. I definitely have plenty of people that have influenced  my career, but for certain qualities. I might admire one person’s intelligence, another person’s creativity, and another’s work ethic, but there’s no one person who completely influences me.

What are some obstacles that you have faced?

The same challenges everyone else has faced. I LOVE doing Radio but I’m not a fan of the business aspect of it. It’s just like every other business, good people and bad people, who are just looking to move up and don’t care if innocent people get hurt along the way.

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In our next installment of “Best in the Biz” we spent time with Jeff London of 6one7Productions, The Kings of Nightlife! From DJ and Promotions to VIP Host, Jeff has come a long way and has had great influence in New England Nightlife! Enjoy!

How did you get started in events promotions?

I got started in 98’ DJing and working on Landsdowne St. I then helped form and create a DJ and promotions company called TeamAllStarDJs. I started out working alongside DJ Big the creator of TeamAllStarDJs and soon we were asked to do a night with Ace from 6one7 Productions.  After working alongside with Ace for about a year, he asked me to become his VIP Host. I have been the VIP host for 6one7 Productions for about  3 years now. 6one7 Productions is a Lifestyle Marketing and Promotions company. Our weekly line up consists of

Tuesdays@RumoR – Wednesdays@District – Thursdays@Market – Fridays@RumoR – Saturdays@District – Saturdays@Venu – Sundays@Mantra!

What are some obstacles that you have faced?

Obstacles are faced daily and it’s how you react to them that enables you to become successful. I remember  the night the city changed from 18+ to 21+. At 12pm the police came in to every club in the city and kicked all the underage patrons out. We had to go back to the drawing board on how we were going to do a strictly 21+ night. I guess it worked out since we have 7 events a week.

Tell us a little about the events you’ve hosted…

We have done everything from club events to boat cruises to pool parties. You name it, we have covered it. We are always trying to create something new and exciting!

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In our first installment of “Best in the Biz” we have the beautiful Liz Miranda of Dstination Lifestyle and Entertainment Group, formerly E1live Events with an Edge. Liz has been an integral part in the success of New England Nightlife and we’re here today to learn more about Ms. Liz!

How did you get started in events promotions?

In 1999 I was a sophomore doing great events on campus and around boston and Eddie Cue and Justin Springer gave me an opportunity to do a sorority party at a club and it was amazing. I also had a classmate Solie who started promoting before me and she took me out every week and I learned each time.

I then worked at many spots under individuals and when I graduated I said to myself, ” I can rock out on the solo as a chic and at that time I didn’t know any other female promoters except my girl so it was wide open.

What are some obstacles that you have faced?

There are many obstacles, but the largest hurdle I have had to jump is that I’m a woman and that’s front and center. Men have tried to take advantage of me, women have spread rumors and all in all its a lonely business. While everyone is enjoying themselves you are working, always.

Tell us a little about the events you’ve hosted…

My event resume is long so just check out the Facebook! and Myspace for those details…in short Avalon, Embassy, Modern, Axis, Zsquare, 360, Jovans, Mirage, Sanctuary, Umbria, The Wave.

Most memorable event you’ve had so far?

My favorite party was a dream come true for me. I created it in my mind and made it come alive along with partners and friends….The Privilege Party 2007. Absolutely every night at Hot N Heavy Thursdays at Avalon was an out of body experience. I love doing celebrity, athlete and concept driven events.

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