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Thursday, September 12, 2013

MARTHA STEWART’S 2nd ANNUAL “AMERICAN MADE” PROGRAM ANNOUNCES TALKS & WORKSHOPS




Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia will present its “American Made” program for the second year on October 16, 2013 at the Andaz Fifth Avenue.

Artisanal makers, doers and creative entrepreneurs from across the country will come together for the American Made Talks & Workshops.
Martha has planned the ultimate day of networking sessions and panels.

Tickets are now available for purchase (http://www.marthastewart.com/1009234/american-made-events) to the day-long event on October 16th celebrating the spirit of innovation with panelists & speakers including Jessica Alba, Lauren Bush Lauren (this marriage has provided Lauren with a unique “moniker magic!”) and Tracy Anderson, Bobbi Brown, Barbara Corcoran, Dominique Ansel, and Suchin Pak.

According to Martha Stewart Omnimedia,  “American Made” is a movement for individuals and communities that have turned their passion for handcrafted, well-designed goods into small businesses.
With small businesses in the U.S. creating the majority of new jobs, “American Made” shines a spotlight on the rising stars in this maker subculture with the “American Made Awards,” selected by the editors of Martha Stewart Living magazine in the categories of Crafts, Design, Garden, Style, Food, and Technology; as well as Audience Choice honorees chosen by popular vote on the “American Made” website. More than 230,000 people took part in last year’s Audience Choice nominations and vote. 

Over the course of the day at the American Made Talks & Workshops, guests will learn from Martha and interact with celebrities, innovators and creative entrepreneurs.  
American Made doers Photo courtesy: Martha Stewart 


The Creative Makers Series All Day Pass kicks off the morning with breakfast prepared by Martha’s favorite chefs and purveyors including Dominique Ansel, chef and owner of Dominique Ansel Bakery, featuring the famous Cronut™.

You will remember the Cronut was a featured breakfast treat at the Martha Cake Stand preview presented by Darcy Miller, vice president and editorial director, Martha Stewart Weddings, who featured two of my cake stand designs in the Martha blog. Plus Martha & Macy's sent me a $50 gift certificate for the creations!










  



The “American Made” day continues with exclusive sessions covering topics such as what it takes to become a creative leader and philanthropic entrepreneur, and how to build a successful brand, including:

   Women's Leadership Roundtable
Celebrity entrepreneurs and business leaders including Jessica Alba, actress, author, and co-founder of The Honest Company; Tracy Anderson, author and fitness entrepreneur, best known for her Tracy Anderson Method; Bobbi Brown, Founder and CCO of Bobbi Brown cosmetics; and Fern Mallis, Creator of New York Fashion Week and former Executive Director of CFDA, discuss the keys to their success what makes a great leader – in and out of the office; hosted by Martha Stewart.

   Doing Well While Doing Good
Hear from a new generation of entrepreneurs including Neil Blumenthal, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Warby Parker; and Lauren Bush Lauren, Founder and CEO of FEED; who have redefined success by putting philanthropy at the forefront of their business, and learn why everyone benefits; moderated by J.J. Ramberg, author and host of MSNBC’s “Your Business”. 

   The Digital Toolbox
Tech and digital experts including Rachel Haot, Chief Digital Officer for the City of New York; Amanda Hesser, Co-Founder & CEO of Food52; Alexis Maybank, Founder & Chief Business Development & Strategy Officer of Gilt Groupe; Craig Nevill-Manning, Engineering Director, Google & Inventor of Froogle, a product search engine; and Katia Beauchamp, Co-Founder of Birchbox, discuss essential online tools and resources every entrepreneur should be using to get their business off the ground; moderated by Mario Armstrong, Emmy Award Winning Host, focusing in the areas of technology and digital lifestyle & on-air contributor for several networks including NBC's TODAY Show, Fuse, NPR, WYPR, CNN and HLN.

   Pioneering Creative Communities
One creative mind has the ability to change the landscape of a neighborhood, community, even a city. Makers, entrepreneurs and visionaries including Heath Carr, CEO of Bedrock; Jane Rosenthal, Producer and Chief Executive Tribeca Enterprises and listed one of New York’s 50 most influential women; and Lisa Switkin, Associate Partner at James Corner Field Operations and Lead Designer of the High Line, discuss how today’s and future communities develop and thrive out of passion, creativity and entrepreneurship; moderated by SuChin Pak, Chief Correspondent for DailyCandy.

   Building a Brand
Every brand starts small. Successful entrepreneurs including Julie Rice, SoulCycle Founder and CEO; Joe Rospars, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founding Partner of Blue State Digital (BSD), Rospars previously served as Chief Digital Strategist for Obama for America; and Richard Christiansen, Founder & Creative Director of Chandelier Creative, share their knowledge and experiences on how to launch and grow a brand.

Calendar:
    VOTING FOR CATEGORY WINNERS 
AUG. 26 - SEPT. 22, 2013

      Vote for your favorite makers in crafts, food, and more.  You can vote up to six times daily.

Digging in to see the Garden Nominees?  Look here: http://www.marthastewart.com/americanmade/nominees/garden



Hungry to learn about the Food Nominees?  See here: http://www.marthastewart.com/americanmade/nominees/food




When voting, you can view all the categories including Design, Style, Craft and Technology.  
















   CATEGORY WINNERS ANNOUNCED
 SEPTEMBER 23, 2013

      Discover our 2013 American Made winners.
   VOTING FOR GRAND PRIZE WINNER
 SEPTEMBER 23 - 30, 2013
Which maker receives $10,000? You decide.
GRAND PRIZE WINNER ANNOUNCED 
OCTOBER 1, 2013

Find out who our 2013 Audience Choice Award Winner is