Meet Celebrity Event Planner, Ranee Bartolacci-Meir of Insignia Productions

Meet Celebrity Event Planner

Ranee Bartolacci-Meir

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INSIGNIA PRODUCTIONS







Spanning New York City to Los Angeles to the Hamptons, the go-to Celebrity Event Planner for the most exciting, exclusive fêtes is Owner of Insignia Productions, Ranee Bartolacci-Meir. From the theme, food, décor, music and venue, Ranee adds a personalized, distinctively stylish touch.






Building a personal relationship with every client, Ranee makes certain that he/she is granted the necessary level of attention. With her Insignia Productions team, Ranee manages each event from beginning-to-end— attending each meeting, ensuring that the chosen theme is carried throughout all aspects of the event and each component is meticulously planned, absolute focus is placed on even the smallest of details. Ranee’s uniquely hands-on approach allows her insight into each client’s personality, resulting in events that are is carefully-crafted according to the client’s wishes, tastes and style.



With an extensive background in New York City’s event-planning industry, Ranee established Insignia Productions in 2008, inspired by her passion for working one-on-one with clients, helping to celebrate milestones and create memories. A luxury full-service event-planning firm, Insignia Productions specializes in intricate and inspired design, customized planning and the logistical production of all event types and sizes. Client specific, Insignia Productions works to fulfill the individualized needs of its clientele.



Recently, Insignia Productions organized and produced a pre-Oscar’s lunch with legendary filmmaker Quentin Tarantino to celebrate his eight-time Academy Award-nominated film, Inglourious Basterds. Ranee’s past events have ranged from the traditional – a classic New York City wedding, held at the Plaza Hotel with entertainment by Kool & the Gang – to the trendsetting – including an Asian-fusion wedding at L.A.’s Walt Disney Concert Hall (featured in Bridal Guide Magazine), a fragrance launch-themed thirteen-year-old birthday, and chilly ice-themed soirée, complete with ice bar and décor.



ABOUT INSIGNIA PRODUCTIONS: Insignia Productions offers three levels of service to its clientele to fit individual needs— Full Service (includes vendor suggestions, contract negotiations, production timeline, and the coordination of logistics the day of the event. From start-to-finish, each and every detail of the affair is planned and executed by Insignia Productions); A La Carte (perfect for the client who has planned much of the event on his/her own, but requires assistance with remaining vendors and details of the occasion); Day of Assistance (timeline construction and logistic coordination— includes one meeting prior to the day of event, logistical coordination and one Insignia Productions team member on-site for the day of the event). For further information, please visit wwww.insigniaproductions.com.

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How to Plan the Perfect Party- Insignia Productions' Ranee Bartolacci-Meir Shows You How (PL-I)

Guestlists, themes, food, décor, music, venue— with so many countless details that go into planning an event, it’s no wonder that so many people seek outside help when planning their special occasions…which is where Insignia Productions steps in. With past recent events including a pre-Oscar’s lunch with legendary filmmaker Quentin Tarantino to celebrate his eight-time Academy Award-nominated film, Inglourious Basterds, Insignia Productions Owner, Ranee Bartolacci-Meir is the go-to event producer for the world’s most exclusive fêtes.


As a luxury full-service event-planning firm, Insignia Productions specializes in intricate and inspired design, customized planning and the logistical production of all event types and sizes – from professional meetings and conferences to weddings and birthday bashes – based in New York City, the Hamptons and Los Angeles. Ranee builds a personal relationship with every client and manages each event from beginning-to-end. Ranee’s uniquely hands-on approach allows her insight into each client’s personality, resulting in events that are is carefully-crafted according to the client’s wishes, tastes and style.








How to Plan the Perfect Party—

Insignia Productions’ Ranee Bartolacci-Meir shows you how

From important decisions such as choosing the venue to the seemingly minute details, so much time, effort and organization is required for a memorable event, it is easy to lose track. Luckily, party-planning extraordinaire and Owner of Insignia Productions, Ranee Bartolacci-Meir shares her tips for planning the perfect party…



o PICK A THEME— Selecting a theme and the detailed customizing of your event from beginning-to-end will show off your personality while creating a one-of-a-kind event that your guests will be sure to remember. Remember: every detail counts— from the invitation, which will set the stage for your fête, to a truly memorable favor that will bring back memories of that special celebration for your guests.

o THE ELEMENT OF SURPRISE— Every party should possess that Wow! Factor, which is an aspect of the event that surprises and delights your guests, to truly make it memorable. Whether the surprise is as grand as an unexpected entertainer (a big band or famous comedian, just to name a few), as personal as a slideshow of old family and friends photos, or as glamorous as the star-style treatment for your guests complete with red carpet and photographers. Something unpredicted and unforgettable will ensure that your wedding, benefit or birthday party will stand out from the rest!

o MAKE A LIST— Before any planning gets underway, decide on an overall budget for your event, followed by prioritizing the event elements; for instance, food, drink, entertainment, décor, lighting, in addition to all other details that are considered essential for your event. Every host has distinct priorities and the order of those priorities is different.

o SCHEDULE SUCCESS— Throughout your event, make sure to keep everything moving continuously and exclude abrupt changes or breaks. Your party should follow an organized timeline and flow, which allows for all aspects to happen on time, according to plan and in a “natural” order. Whether it is the food, the entertainment, the lighting, anything…everything must be in synch. Your guests should be oblivious to any changes in mood settings that go on around them and focused on enjoying themselves. A natural flow and a detailed timeline will ensure a flawlessly fun event.

o BE A GRACIOUS AND FUN HOST— The most important of all! Be sure to meet-and-greet your guests and thank them for coming. Let them know how happy you are that they attended and that they have made your night special. Toast them! And remember, it is important to not be a nervous wreck and have fun. If the host is overwhelmed, then the guests will notice and that’s no fun. Dance and have a great time and let the event flow. If you see guests slowing down, get them off their seats, talk to them, whatever it takes to have them enjoy the event.

ABOUT INSIGNIA PRODUCTIONS: A luxury full-service event-planning firm, Insignia Productions specializes in intricate and inspired design, customized planning and the logistical production of all event types and sizes – from professional meetings and conferences to weddings and birthday bashes – based in New York City, the Hamptons and Los Angeles. Client specific, Insignia Productions works to fulfill the individualized needs of its clientele. Insignia Productions Owner, Ranee Bartolacci-Meir builds a personal relationship with every client, making certain that he/she is granted the necessary level of attention. With her team, Ranee manages each event from beginning-to-end— attending each meeting, ensuring that the chosen theme is carried throughout all aspects of the event and each component is meticulously planned, absolute focus is placed on even the smallest of details. Ranee’s uniquely hands-on approach allows her insight into each client’s personality, resulting in events that are is carefully-crafted according to the client’s wishes, tastes and style. With an extensive background in New York City’s event-planning industry, Ranee established Insignia Productions in 2008, inspired by her passion for working one-on-one with clients, helping to celebrate milestones and create memories. Recently, Insignia Productions organized and produced a pre-Oscar’s lunch with legendary filmmaker Quentin Tarantino to celebrate his eight-time Academy Award-nominated film, Inglourious Basterds. For further information, please visit wwww.insigniaproductions.com.

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Kim Porter & Next Generation Beverage Host Lunch Celebrating Estelle 1/30/2010

Kim Porter & Next Generation Beverage Host Lunch Celebrating Estelle

Past Event Date:

WHEN: Saturday, January 30, 2010. 1:00PM to 3:00PM



WHERE: Philippe Chow , 8284 Melrose Avenue, Los Angeles, CA

· Spotted:

Estelle at Hollywood hotspot Philippe Chow, sipping hot new energy drink Sin-Free Vitality Drink® while celebrating her highly-anticipated sophomore album, All of Me, with Kim Porter, Minnesota Timberwolves’ Rashad McCants and Stomp the Yard’s Darrin Henson.



· Recording Artist Estelle took a break from the Grammy Awards weekend to preview Serenity Zen Beverage®, while mingling with Minnesota Timberwolves’ Rashad McCants, Stomp the Yard’s Darrin Henson, model/actress Jaimie Hilfiger, BET 106th and Park’s Terrence J. and Celebrity Apprentice 2’s Claudia Jones, at a celebratory lunch for her upcoming album at Philippe Chow hosted by Kim Porter and hot, new beverage company Next Generation Beverage, LLC®.



· On the eve of the 52nd Annual Grammy Awards, Kim Porter and groundbreaking beverage company, Next Generation Beverage, LLC hosted a lunch fêting Grammy Award-winning artist Estelle, and her new, soon-to-be released album, All of Me. Guests including Minnesota Timberwolves’ Rashad McCants, Stomp the Yard’s Darrin Henson, model/actress Jaimie Hilfiger, BET 106th and Park’s Terrence J. and Celebrity Apprentice 2’s Claudia Jones, toasted Estelle’s return to the music scene while enjoying the exclusive preview tasting of new “it” drinks, Serenity Zen Beverage®, Sin Vitality Drink®, and Sin-Free®.

Past Event - The Media Alert

NEXT GENERATION BEVERAGE
Celebrate










Grammy Award-Winning Recording Artist

Estelle

WHO: Estelle, Grammy Award-Winning Recording Artist Leslie “Big Lez” Segar, BET Host
(Attended) Kim Porter, host Rashad McCants, NBA’s Minnesota Timberwolves
Claudia Jones, actress (Deal or No Deal, Celebrity Apprentice 2) Shawn Palm, model (Sean John campaign)
Darrin Henson, actor (Stomp the Yard) Terrence J., BET’s 106th and Park
DJ K-SLY Trason Bragg, BET’s Baldwin Hills
Drew Seeley, actor (The Disney Channel) Vanessa Williams, Showtime’s Soul Food
Hill Harper, actor William “Thunder” Smith, NBC’s American Gladiators

Jaimie Hilfiger, actress/model

WHAT: In anticipation of cutting-edge, Grammy Award-Winning Recording Artist, Estelle’s highly-anticipated, forthcoming sophomore album, All of Me, host Kim Porter and leading, innovative beverage company, Next Generation Beverage, LLC hosted an afternoon lunch at L.A. hotspot, Philippe Chow. Kicking off the 2010 Grammy Awards Weekend, guests listened to a preview of Estelle’s All of Me while enjoying an exclusive tasting of Serenity Zen Beverage®, Sin Vitality Drink® and Sin-Free Vitality Drink®. Estelle burst onto the music scene in 2008 with her collaborative hit single with Kanye West, American Boy— hitting the Top Ten of music charts around the globe, ranking as No. 7 on Rolling Stone’s 100 Best Songs of 2008.



ABOUT NEXT GENERATION BEVERAGE, LLC: With a goal to revitalize the beverage industry with innovative products and marketing, Next Generation Beverage, LLC, is the brainchild of a team of businessmen – Rich Wilson, Ross Pantano, Thomas Toscano, Luis Fernandez and Nat Salvemini – each eager to revolutionize the soft drinks industry. Next Generation Beverage concocts and packages beverages that are original, unique blends of energy and relaxing drinks, setting itself apart from others in the marketplace. As its inceptive products, Next Generation Beverage, LLC, recently launched Serenity Zen Beverage®, one of the first-ever relaxation beverages with a unique blend of vitamins, natural flavors and extracts and relaxing, tranquil formula, all with zero calories, sugar and carbohydrate and a lightly-carbonated, pleasant taste; and Sin Vitality Drink®, a tempting alternative to other energy drinks with an alluring, revitalizing blend of vitamins, caffeine, natural flavors and a distinct power formula that results in a dynamic, great-tasting burst of vitality, packaged in a stylish, sleek can. Also, look out for Sin-Free®—on the heels of launching Sin® and Serenity®, Next Generation Beverage is set to introduce a sugar-free, low-calorie Vitality Drink counterpart for health conscious drinkers. For further information, please visit www.nextgenerationbeverage.com, www.drinkserenity.com, and www.drinkinsin.com.

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By Lauren Luke Inspiration Nation Tour

As we all know, last year Lauren Luke launched her own cosmetics line, By Lauren Luke, and has since been taking the beauty world by storm. With over 68 million views on YouTube and national distribution via 125 Sephora stores - she has been dubbed, "the most popular makeup artist in the world" (The Guardian) and won the WWD Award for "Best Beauty Newcomer of the Year". Lauren's entire brand has been built on the back of digital technology, social networking and non-traditional media. So to start 2010, she took her digital brand on the road...literally.


The "By Lauren Luke Inspiration Nation Tour" was a cross-country road trip that started in Miami and ended in Los Angeles, with Lauren hosting a VIP Friends Party and Press Event at four Sephora locations across the country. Plus she stopped at many places along the way to meet up with friends, and seek inspiration for upcoming products and looks.


Now you can check out some of Lauren's greatest moments from the journey by going to ByLaurenLuke.com/Roadtrip. For each city we visited, we've posted 3 videos -- a city inspired makeup look, a tour of that city, and footage from the Sephora party -- as well as various behind the scenes photos!

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She's in NY- Pushing Dasies

She's Daily received and now publishes the following:

Abc's Good Morning America is pushing daisies with their Mobile Pie Hole – a truck that’s traveling the country this month, giving away free pie for to kick off the second season of Pushing Daisies. The Pie Hole will be in New York next Monday, September 29th, in Times Square with Good Morning America (Broadway Studios). The Mobile Pie Hole will be serving up free pie, pie-cutters, spatulas and more. I’ve read your blog before and thought that as a local New York blogger, you and your readers might want to stop by for some free pie!

You can read more about the Pie Hole tour at Pushingdaisiestour.com or on Yelp at http://www.yelp.com/events/new-york-free-pie-at-the-pie-hole-in-times-square
Please feel to see pictures in the official Flickr group: http://www.flickr.com/groups/mobilepiehole/

Or follow on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/abcpiehole

About “Pushing Daisies”From Bryan Fuller (“Heroes”) and Barry Sonnenfeld (“Men in Black”) comes an unprecedented blend of romance, crime procedural and high-concept fantasy in a forensic fairytale about a young man with a very special gift. Once upon a time, a mild-mannered boy named Ned realized he could touch dead things and bring them back to life. Grown-up Ned puts his ability to good use, not only touching dead fruit and making it ripe with everlasting flavor, but working with an investigator to crack murder cases by asking the deceased to name their killers. But the tale gets complicated, as all tales do, when Ned brings his childhood sweetheart, Chuck, back from the dead and keeps her alive. Chuck encourages him to use his power to help others, instead of merely solving mysteries and collecting the rewards. Life would be perfect for Ned and Chuck, except for one cruel twist: If he ever touches her again, she’ll go back to being dead, this time for good.





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