How Visionary Entrepreneur Oleg Torbosov Scaled the Success of His Venture Whitewill Luxury Real Estate

NY Weekly Staff on December 10, 2021

Building a thriving business venture from scratch is no easy feat. It takes passion, intellect, guts, determination, and hard work. Bearing this in mind, inspiring entrepreneur Oleg Torbosov expertly scaled the success of his enterprise, Whitewill Luxury Moscow Real Estate.

The world-class agency specializes in premium and business class apartments as well as exclusive properties and upscale complexes. It has offices in key cities, including Moscow, London, and Dubai. In 2020 alone, the outstanding venture’s volume of transactions amounted to a whopping 21 billion rubles (around $300M).

A significant contributor to the company’s immense accomplishment is its impressive growth strategy that includes its educational program Whitewill Broker Academy. It has an extensive and informative curriculum that helps train the best professionals to effectively and efficiently sell luxury properties.

But perhaps the company’s biggest asset is the leadership and guidance of its founder, Oleg Torbosov. The industry expert personally developed the training materials used in the company’s coursework.

On his website, he shared, “I created this project so that people could take the course, complete tasks and master the profession of a broker selling new buildings in the center of Moscow. When writing the program, I simply took all the areas that Whitewill brokers come into contact with on a daily basis when selling apartments and put them into one large learning block. In total, there are three modules, each of which contains 9-11 lectures. The modules are named City, Home, and Deal.”

Aside from that, the insightful individual has authored two books that chronicle his journey of becoming an entrepreneur. He describes his first book, The Way of One Oleg, as “a true business romance with the adventures and history of creating my first business.”

On the other hand, his second novel, The Way of One Agency, dives into the world of luxury real estate, competitors, and developers. It also talks about how Whitewill, his real estate agency, was created.

He hopes to inspire others to believe in themselves through his creations by showing people that if a simple guy from a small city can successfully run a prosperous business, they, too, can pursue their dreams. 

When asked to share a helpful tip with aspiring business owners, the inspiring man talked about the importance of passion in the pursuit of success. He eloquently replied, “I think it’s the same with business and money. With money comes responsibility. A lot of money is a new level of problems that you don’t even know about, earning 150, 200, or 300 thousand rubles (up to $5000). I can see this in our clients who buy real estate. Big money doesn’t always bring happiness.”

As Whitewill Luxury Real Estate continues to rise to the top of the industry, Oleg Torbosov aims to scale the business’s success even further. Moving forward, the visionary plans to expand its operations to more locations and become a reputable global brand. For instance, in 2022 the company plans to open a new branch in NYC. 

Find out more about Whitewill Luxury Real Estate by visiting its Moscow, London  and Dubai websites. You can also learn more about Oleg Torbosov by checking out his official page.

One Day: Fostering Unity by Questioning Beliefs and Seeking Common Ground

NY Weekly Staff on December 10, 2021

Animosities between factions have existed for millenia, most (perhaps all) of which aren’t rooted in any real principles but in ideas and opinions passed down through the generations. Looking to cultivate cooperation by questioning the assumptions of previous generations and by seeking common ground instead of focusing on our differences, Abram Siegel-Rivers established One Day, a non-profit organization and platform that aims to unify communities and promulgate the idea that now is the perfect opportunity to reshape our world.

Over the past two years One Day has created a non-judgmental, loving space, the One Day Virtual Stage, where guests come to share the wisdom and lessons they have learned through (what is often felt as) traumatic experience. These lessons have become the building blocks for all the books, workshops, and festivals that One Day has set into motion. The organization encourages everyone to examine their deep-rooted beliefs and to take responsibility for the consequences of those assumptions. Abram points out that these assumptions get passed down from generation to generation through conversations like; “You can never trust  a Democrat/Republican!”, “You won’t be happy until you have a good job.” and “Pakistanis and Indians will never get along!”. He states, “We repeat these conversations to ourselves, and they become our beliefs. Our beliefs become echo chambers which then become self-fulfilling prophecies. The more we continue to engage in those same old conversations, the more we perpetuate misunderstandings, conflict and even war on a personal, local and global level.”

One Day has announced its first book titled Together We Rise: Unleash Your Gifts and Light Up The World, slated for release in the second quarter of 2022. The book is a compilation of short experiences from authors worldwide demonstrating the power of transforming trauma into purpose. A companion workbook that contains a series of questions and exercises for each experience will also be available for those who want to experience these lessons themselves. The proceeds will be used to fund projects championed by One Day leaders around the world. Upcoming projects include commissioning a mural at an art high school in Nashville, Tennessee as well as facilitating additional leadership and conflict resolution training for refugees in Kakuma and Kalobeyei, Kenya.

Some of the other projects they hope to facilitate through One Day trained leaders include shared neighborhood meals and block parties dedicated to gratitude and collaboration, community-sourced art projects that point to the power of loving co-creation and providing sustainable and comfortable shelter, food, water, internet technologies, and other resources to refugees and other homeless persons. Their most ambitious goal though might be to create a new global holiday. Abram wants to coordinate festivals in cities across the world each year to celebrate what’s possible when communities embrace unity and creativity while encouraging neighbors to look for common ground instead of focusing on their differences.

Abram set out to create One Day as a platform that brings warring factions together. One Day began as a question, why not today? “So many dream that one day, Catholics and Protestants will picnic together, Jews and Palestinians will sing each other’s song, Democrats and Republicans will join together to nourish the hungry, Pakistanis and Indians will dance together hand in hand. Why wait for tomorrow?” Abram asks, “That is why we declare ‘One Day Is Today’! Harmony in the world can only exist when we choose to be harmonious. Each day we have a choice to plant seeds of love, beauty, laughter and wonder for another. By living this way we invite others to experience the change we have become. ‘Be the change…’ is a cliche for a reason after all.”

According to the One Day Pledge they exist as a beacon of light to guide people and communities worldwide home to love through creativity, authenticity and compassion. As Abram explains, “One Day is an embassy for humanity. No matter a person’s beliefs, views, color, creed, sexuality, gender, religion, politics, ethnicity, or race, One Day is a champion for humanity and divinity in all people. We assert that every person has value and, through their authentic Self-expression, the potential to directly bring the experience of joy and alleviate the experience of suffering for all people.”

One Day invites you to live your “One Day” today. 

Learn more about One Day on their website or connect with them directly through Facebook.

Anjeza Fuses Urban and Flamenco Music Styles with Powerful Vocals

NY Weekly Staff on December 10, 2021

“It is not what happens to you but how you react to it that matters.”

Anjeza is an impressive artist that exemplifies victory over defeat. She’s an artist who was born and raised in a godless communist country where a voice was a curse and dreams were destined to be doomed. Unable to express without getting herself and family in trouble, she chose to dive into reading, writing, and dancing. They were safe enough choices as long as no one saw them. But how long can you be a sleeping volcano? Bottled up with passion and pain daily, she became an advocate of support for her friends and family. She stood up for change and confronted injustices. Dancing was one of the creative talents she used to express herself.

“Dancing healed me … I could express myself with no consequences,” says Anjeza.

Although professional training was a luxury she couldn’t afford at the time, that didn’t stop her from “telling stories with her body,” as she called it. She danced when she was happy, and she danced when she was mad. She danced to question, and she danced to answer. She danced in doubt, and she danced in confidence. They became inseparable, and this was her form of escape.

As the political situation was changing in her country, so did Anjeza’s dreams. The chaos of political drama came with an explosion of hopes for many people. Leaving her country and heading to Greece was the beginning of her artistic journey celebrating freedom.

Trips to Italy, Germany, Greece, dancing and singing—while searching her identity underlined her new nomad journey. Anjeza experienced various trial and errors, experiences, choices—while diving in fully and exiting rapidly.

Her eventual major transition to the United States came with clarity and confusion, freedom to express, she says that she has always wanted that. Yet, she experienced a cultural shock of connection among a melting pot of cultures. After an average of 15 changed jobs in four years and two college degrees, she then fully focused on music and acting. Each year discovering something new, each year searching for her identity.

Shifting from one genre to the next, one thing was consistent, the message in her music was powerful.

Songs like “Still Believe,” “Warrior,” “Standing O,” “Not Afraid,” and “Money,” were few of her published songs that moved audiences around the world. “Let music tell the truth” was a motto that she was passionate about.

After an artistic identity search journey of a few years, it was the pandemic time that finalized her search and the entrance into a new music era. In 2020 she completely emerged into latin urban music. Together with Nolo Frech, a cuban composer/producer they wrote 13 songs during 2020-2021 and released 6 of them. Songs vary in styles such as reggaeton/flamenco with nuances of bachata, regional, and rap. This rainbow of music genres—Anjeza has called it Urban Fusion Flamenco, a.k.a. UFF.

Ultimately, the message of hope and prevailing is evident in Anjeza’s music and all of her releases. She’s an artist that has a lot to say, with good vibes and positive messages to share with the world. Being born in a country where she ultimately had no voice, to now speaking beautiful messages in her melodies, is the definition of someone who’s here to change the game and provide what the music industry is missing.

To learn more about Anjeza and her excellent discography, visit her YouTube channel. You can also check her social platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, IMDB, and TikTok.

Music streaming on Spotify and Apple Music: ANJEZA

Innata Inspired by Omayra La Bella Advocates Self-Love and Natural Skincare Products

NY Weekly Staff on December 10, 2021

There are so many skincare products and companies today that the question is no longer about the products that help without leaving any visible or life-threatening side-effects, but about the brand with the best marketing strategy. However, the world is still very much interested in the quality of products they consume and, most importantly, how safe they are in both the short and long term. Anchored on celebrating women known for their exploits in sports, fashion, entertainment and many more, Innata Inspired by Omayra La Bella is a new-age, cutting-edge cosmetics brand with a particular focus on skincare and treatment. 

Despite the saturation of the skincare industry, consumption of harmful chemicals and substances are not far-fetched in various products. Chemicals that not only compound skin problems but amplify the chances of one coming down with an incurable skin problem; later on, Innata Inspired by Omayra La Bella uses a combination of natural and hand-mixed materials that are rich in vitamins, amino acids and several proteins and nutrients that are good for the human skin.

Aside from being a brand that contains natural skin-friendly ingredients scientifically proven to be safe, Innata Inspired by Omayra La Bella is a cutting-edge skincare brand perfectly handcrafted and timeless in its authenticity. Every skincare product from Innata is free from paraben, silicone, gluten, sulfate, and talc.

The vision and mission of Innata Inspired by Omayra La Bella is to provide their clients with high-quality skincare products containing vitamins, minerals, and amino acids necessary for the body while at the same time encouraging their clientele to keep their body healthy and wholesome. 

According to Maria, what separates the brand from its competition, she said, “Our skin care line was created with the mission of educating our community about the use of natural skincare products, and also provide them with the best products to be able to age gracefully. Our products are a perfect combination of vitamins, amino acids, antioxidants and nutrients that are essential for our skin.”

Innata, Inspired by Omayra La Bella, is pushing the narrative of strength and never-say-die attitude in men and women by championing the cause of loving one’s skin regardless and protecting it by staying off potentially harmful products.

Learn more about Innata Inspired by Omayra La Bella by visiting their official website.

MUPO Entertainment Founder, Michele Mupo, Announces the Launch of Full-Service Digital Platform MUPO TV

NY Weekly Staff on December 10, 2021

Michele Mupo, a veteran in the entertainment industry, is fueled by the dream of making a difference in the lives of others. For her, several overarching goals stood at the heart of her strategic maneuvers in the entertainment industry. Before her retirement, this professional singer, songwriter, influencer, and actor hoped to secure a spot in the limelight, a feat that she eventually managed to accomplish despite the odds. Today, she’s back in the spotlight, spearheading the efforts of MUPO Entertainment and MUPO TV in enabling success for and giving a platform to countless aspirants. 

Known for being in rock bands all her life, Michele Mupo, aka Fuchsia, is widely acclaimed for the extent to which she pushes those under her wing to great heights. Over the years, she’s impressed a considerable number of peers and earned the loyalty of numerous budding artists because of her ability to enable success for anyone she works with. Not every well-accomplished powerhouse provides stepping stones for others, but the New Jersey-based entrepreneur goes the extra mile to make it possible for people to gain a solid foothold in the world of entertainment since she knows how challenging the industry is. 

Her intimate awareness of the struggles that aspiring musicians have to overcome is borne out of years of experience in the music scene. Now, she’s come a long way from her humble beginnings, where she served as a dancer on Club MTV and a ghostwriter for several recording artists. On top of capturing hearts as a singer and gracing multiple TV series and movies as an actress, Michele Mupo has also demonstrated her entrepreneurial acumen by teaming up with former WWE Diva Dawn Maria, Bernard Purdie, and Carlene Tanner to create MuTan Entertainment, a company that produced a long list of rap acts, including Mumm Ra, big City, Session, and Tony Hustle.

After years of hiatus, Michele Mupo is back in the game. Armed with the mission to push go-getters toward the forefront of the music and entertainment realms, she founded MUPO Entertainment in 2020 and is excited to announce the launch of MUPO TV. 

MUPO Entertainment is an acclaimed venture that offers full-service strategic, collaborative, and team-based representation for its clients. Apart from its owner, it is spearheaded by an experienced team of leaders who understand the entertainment industry and marketplace and what it takes to operate and manage a successful career. 

Through MUPO Entertainment and with the upcoming introduction of MUPO TV to the digital space, Michele Mupo aims to smoothen the journey of those who wish to make a name for themselves. 

Learn more about Michele Mupo and MUPO Entertainment by visiting her website. More information about MUPO TV can also be found on Twitter and Instagram.

You Don’t Have To Be Friends with Coding to Break into Tech | Agile Coach, Aina Alive

NY Weekly Staff on December 10, 2021

The booming tech industry has uncovered some incredible and innovative ideas. Amidst this ever-accelerating rate, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and confused to break into this industry. And, even if one ever wanted to break into tech, they always have to worry about being savvy at coding or some other tech skill set. But, Aina Alive has been busting all those myths.

Founder of Bee Agile Tutoring, Youth Career Consultant, Mentor, and Creator, Aina has been helping professionals break into the tech industry by going code-free. Her company, Bee Agile Tutoring, has one simple purpose; to help individuals get into the tech industry and hand them the tools and techniques to become better leaders there.

Aina has pivoted 5 times in her career, and she soon realised how professionals lacked common resources and guidance to thrive in tech. She says, “I was never intrigued by IT. I always thought I needed coding skills or a special degree to do so. Well, I was wrong.”

After creating various successful leaders in the roles like Scrum Master, Product Owner and Project Manager, Aina aims to navigate her mentees to their esteemed skills that can help them bag their dream role.

Her approaches aim at transforming careers by leveraging her experiences and elucidating professionals to deal with the tech industry, things that she learnt the hard way! Today, she shares her top 3 learnings with us.

Be Rational

Aina explains how professionalism can be challenging. One of the most difficult aspects of breaking into IT is to compete with highly skilled professionals already thriving in the industry. While it’s common to get all panicky and scared when you experience such huge competition, she suggests writing down the personal definition of “being a professional”, adding the skills needed to achieve that professional goal and then prioritising learning them with the available avenues.

She used Pareto Law (20% effort which will give you 80% of results) if you have too many items on your list.

Skills Are Your Best Friend

One of the imperative yet unnoticed aspects is upgrading skills. Aina says, “I have struggled to see the reality of progress and importance of skill set in my early career. I discovered that a skillset is more than a degree or a certificate and, an ideally honed skill can land you to your dream job in no time.” Her coaching revolves around improving skills that prepare the coaches for the future.

Aina suggests, instead of relying on degrees and certificates, we must lean on skills like negotiating small things, practising empathy and compassion and trying to understand situations rather than misinterpreting or judging them.

Leaders Are Self-Aware

We are currently in the middle of the competition and recovering industries. Aina believes, holding on to the power of self-awareness and honesty with yourself are the propellers to push you ahead as a leader.

She says, “To be great leaders, we need to learn to manage ourselves first and then only we’ll be able to manage our teams and organizations.” Her coaching shows you ways to prepare for the leadership roles in tech while leaving no aspect on the table.

Perhaps, the most interesting part of Bee Agile Coaching is the interactive and engaging learning. There is never a dull moment in the coaching sessions with Aina.

Aina’s most striking learnings would be seen in her upcoming book. The book has pieces of advice from the older self to a young 20-year-old and to many more newbies of the industry. The lessons are tied up in pieces of mistakes and examples, tables and samples of resumes, samples of professional letter writing, nuggets and fun pictures. In other words, the book’s a treasure for young professionals who often believe job processes and career stress is real.

While she continues to help professionals bag leadership roles in tech, Aina has successfully made her spot in the Top 30 Female Entrepreneurs of The NYC Journal 2021, she has helped hundreds of professionals to find their dream job and is soon expanding her coaching footprints internationally.

Makeup Artist Cat Wei Leverages Her Craftsmanship to Promote Her Signature Ombre Powder Brows Style

NY Weekly Staff on December 10, 2021

Rising makeup artist Cat Wei of Catt Inks LLC is steadily making an impressive name for herself when it comes to permanent makeup after perfecting her signature Ombre Powder Brows style that has been attracting clients from all over. Having worked on more than 700 clients in the past two years, her growing following is a testament to her exceptional craftsmanship that she managed to hone with sheer dedication and hard work. Today, she is an instructor and trainer, certifying people who specialize in permanent makeup. 

As a person, Cat Wei has always been passionate about transforming the look of other women by simply enhancing their features. She finds great fulfillment in being instrumental in helping them regain or boost their self-confidence and become comfortable with their overall look. 

“Many of my clients recognize my work because they know someone or have seen someone who has gotten their brows done by me. I’ve had clients tell me how they found me by stopping a random girl at the store who had their brows done by me,” Cat Wei explained. “Brows will always be my favorite beauty enhancement because it’s magical to see how brows have the power to reconstruct someone’s face and change how they view themselves in a more positive way.” 

Many of her clients who avail of her services go to her not just to look beautiful. “My clients come to me for different reasons – difficulty growing brow hair, uneven eyebrows, don’t know how to draw in brows, want to hide scars in the brow area, want to fix their old brow tattoos or simply because they want to look like a badass the moment they wake up,” she explained. 

The Catt Inks brand has become synonymous with quality and excellence as a result of Cat Wei’s commitment to high-quality services. It comes as no surprise, therefore, that a lot of makeup artists are seeking her out for training. “What makes Catt Inks unique is that we strive for quality work and an uplifting experience. Brows are not one shape that fits all. Therefore, each brow is personalized to each client’s face. I find out what realistically best suits each face shape and work with their face bone and muscle structures,” she revealed. 

With Cat Wei’s wildly successful brand making a difference in the lives and overall look of women from all walks of life today, she is confident that Catt Inks will go a long way in the next couple of years. She wants to be able to train more permanent makeup artists, expand her makeup studio in at least two strategic locations in the next five years, and be able to add more services, including lip blush tattoos and other services that will enhance women’s brows. Just like many artists in the industry, Cat Wei also sees herself making exciting collaborations with high-profile clients and influential people in the business in the near future. 

What started out as an obsession for brows blossomed into a thriving and promising business for Cat Wei, and she believes that it was her penchant for brows that transformed her skills from ordinary to extraordinary. It was this same attribute that fuelled her passion and motivation whenever times got hard, and she is nothing but grateful that she has successfully established herself as a respectable name in the permanent makeup sector. As she continues to push forward, she hopes to inspire others to go for their dreams passionately. If she can do it, so can they. 

Follow Catt Inks on Instagram for updates on Cat Wei’s latest projects and to view her gallery of satisfied clients. 

Entertainment Executive Michael Dockery Seeks to End Gun Violence through Stomp the City

NY Weekly Staff on December 10, 2021

Well-respected promotions genius Michael Dockery, who is best known for his successful work in the music and sports industries, is using his influence to inspire much-needed change in Memphis, Tennessee, through Stomp the City, awards show that he established this 2021. The show aspires to end gun violence in Memphis through the help of some of the music industry’s biggest names. Through his noble and timely advocacy, Michael hopes to seek an end to gun violence in this generation.

The 2022 Stomp the City event will be held at the Renasant Convention Center in downtown Memphis, Tennessee. This 2021, the show recognized personalities that were instrumental in helping the community become a better place for everyone. Michael’s guests during the show was hosted by famed actor Darrin Henson, and was supported by A list celebrities from around the country.

Stomp the City is only the first ripple in what needs to be done to completely eradicate gun violence in Memphis. The advocacy alone will not achieve this monumental task, but Michael and his supporters believe that the movement must begin somewhere, a place of compassion, love, and hope. A native of Memphis himself, Michael cannot afford to sit back and watch his beloved City continue to suffer. His innate love for the community has always been observable in his work, and it is for this reason that he created the awards show to impact as many lives as he can.

Michael, also known as the Super Promoter in the music and sports industries, has always had the respect of his peers, most especially the people of Memphis. Some of his friends come from well-known families, including the Jackson family. He has been actively organizing events and tours since 1988, bringing promising talents from Memphis to encounter bigger audiences. Despite the pressing problems its society faces, Michael believes that Memphis is still home to many of the country’s most gifted musicians and athletes. He also sees it as a vibrant southern city that is perfect for his brand of doing business.

Over the past years, Memphis has grown in popularity as the home of the NBA’s Grizzlies and the Memphis Redbirds. It is also a thriving hub for some of the most exciting and lively nightclubs and restaurants in the country that still maintains its laid-back atmosphere that allows its residents to enjoy. Its relaxing and nurturing atmosphere are two things that make people come back wherever part of the world they may go.

As a son of Memphis, Michael wishes for nothing but the best for it and to see it blossom into the metropolis that it has always been destined to be. He draws inspiration from his family and friends who continue to support his events and extend their help to address the pressing issues that plague the City. Together, they aspire to see the change that will impact many generations to come.

Alongside helping Memphis, Michael is also working relentlessly to make his business a Fortune company. Stomp the City will also be one of his priorities to ensure that it lives out the goals it was created to do.

Find out more about Stomp the City on the Telecast Media Group website.

 

From Stand-Up Comedy to YouTube Shorts, Bubba Dub Takes the Comedic Realm by Storm

NY Weekly Staff on December 10, 2021

Jerry Morgan, known to many as Bubba Dub, is a phenom in his own right, always knowing how to light up a room and bring laughter to people with his remarkable and unique take on humor. Now, as an undeniable sensation in the realm of comedy, Bubba is breaking barriers and fighting off stereotypes, cementing his standing as an exceptional comedian.

Bubba Dub came from humble beginnings. Born and raised in Alto, Texas, he knew that he always had a knack for comedy. Although he did not land his first gig until he became an adult, he always knew how to tickle people with his slapstick humor at a very young age.  By 2018, Bubba dominated the Texas comedy scene and landed gigs left and right. In addition, he’s come up with his very own YouTube channel where he became famous for his ‘Snitching on Rogers’ skits, making him an instant viral laughing sensation; his YouTube channel sits with almost 150k subscribers, while his Instagram page garnered more than 200k followers. Some of the world’s celebrated artists have used his comedic videos and slurs, including Slim Thug, 50 Cent, Gille the Kid, and many more. Despite taking the social media realm by storm, Bubba still stands by his love of improv and stand-up comedy, acquiring a loyal fanbase.

Although not all would refer to his style of comedy as appropriate, considering that it consists of foul language and highly adult subject matters, it sets him apart from the usual bevy of aspiring comedic individuals, thus making him more likable. Bubba has collaborated with plenty of other comedic figures, including J.J. Williamson from Mississippi, Tone X from North Carolina, and Desi Banks from Atlanta, Georgia, to name a few. Before the COVID 19 pandemic hit and swept the globe, he headlined cities and opened for well-known comedians in states like Alabama, Houston, Louisiana, Mississippi, Texarkana, and more, with multiple shows that sold out. He also had the opportunity to be a special guest in MTV’s Ridiculousness.

Now that Bubba Dub has established a steadier career path, his contributions to pop culture soars, going as far as having a cameo on Pop Smoke’s song “Snitching,” featuring Quavo and Future, from his last album Shoot for The Stars Aim for The Moon which surfaced in July of 2020. 

Bubba enjoys his craft and inspires others with his funny antics, but he knows he can be more. He now actively works to score movie deals and acting gigs to expand his platform and spread more joy with his superb comedic talent. Bubba and his team are working tirelessly to ensure that his purpose of bringing laughter doesn’t get lost along the way.

In the years to come, Bubba wishes to develop his talent further and finally become a household name, maybe even landing a special on NETFLIX. In addition, he wants to inspire aspiring comedians to never give up on their dreams and push themselves to the limit – just like he did. 

To learn more about Bubba Dub and his works, check out his website, Instagram, and YouTube channel.

Kathy Ireland Sponsors The Waltons’ Homecoming Airing for Thanksgivings Holidays

NY Weekly Staff on December 10, 2021

Thanksgiving holiday is a time for families to spend time together, bond and take stock of how far they have come over the last eleven months. Entertaining content is one of the ways families bond and this year’s thanksgiving holiday will see American families enjoying a reboot of the well-loved classic “The Waltons’ Homecoming,” on The CW which is sponsored by Kathy Ireland, the CEO, founder and Chief Designer and Chair of  kathy ireland® Worldwide.

The film is executive produced by Emmy Award winner Sam Heskell who’s also the chair and president of Magnolia Hill Productions at Warner Bros. Kathy Ireland has expressed her gratitude for being privileged to be the sole presenting sponsor of the film and thus, giving American families something exciting to enjoy during the holidays. “The Waltons’ Homecoming also addresses four major topics that speak to the core values that Americans hold very highly – family, love, faith and inclusivity. 

The motivation behind sponsoring “The Waltons’ Homecoming” film was borne out of a need to send a message of hope and encouragement to the people of America. “There is so much programming in the world today that fails to encourage hope. After a challenging year, The Waltons’ Homecoming is our gift to America. There is no one more talented or appropriate to bring this message into our homes on Thanksgiving weekend, than Sam Haskell, whose accomplishments in television are legendary and iconic. To know Sam, is to trust him and love him. When we began dreaming of what gift we could give to virtually every American family this year … this film became our powerful choice,” Kathy Ireland said.

Some of the notable names that feature in the film include Bellamy Young, Ben Lawson, and Logan Shroyer. Richard Thomas, the original John Boy narrates the film while music is created by seven-time Grammy Award winners Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis Jr. The duo has worked with Kathy Ireland on other projects, especially their recent album release titled Blackbird: Lennon-McCartney Icons which earned them a spot on the Billboard charts after more than 35 years of being absent. Their rendition of “Silent Night” is also slated for release on November 29 as both of them play Sister Harriett and Brother William respectively. “For all who experience this treasured film, please know that, as Elizabeth Taylor often said, ‘Something wonderful is about to happen,” Ms. Ireland said.

The film’s airing also sheds light on Kathy’s love and support for charity organizations. She’s a big supporter of children battling cancer and she also serves as the international chair for The National Pediatric Cancer Foundation (nationalpcf.org). This holiday season, kathy ireland® Worldwide will donate a portion of every purchase to nationalpcf.org.

Other brands affiliated with kathy ireland® Worldwide like NPCF, American Family Insurance, Lamps Plus, MIVI, and many others also celebrate the powerful message that “The Waltons’ Homecoming” passes. “The film is an ideal gift from our CEO to the hearts of the American families, who have made kathy ireland® Worldwide the 15th most successful licensed brand in American history,” Jon Carrasco and Stephen Roseberry, Worldwide Creative Director and President CMO, of kathy ireland® Worldwide said in a joint statement.

Learn more about kathy ireland® Worldwide on the company’s official website.

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