Its been an exciting few months for Your Big Year and host company Smaller Earth. Chris Arnold and his team have now found 24 great finalists from all over the globe, who have made their way to Liverpool, UK to compete in a week of challenges, fighting to win the year long trip around the world.
This week is set to be full of fun and engaging tasks, challenges and events:
1. Challenge: Make Your Mark Challenge - 15th November 2010
2. Challenge: Women In Enterprise Day - 17th November 2010
3. Challenge: Social Enterprise Day - 18th November 2010
4. Semi Final: Pitch Our Place and Final: Pitch Your Partner - 20th November 2010
To find out more visit www.yourbigyear.com
The Rejuvenate Group (and WorkLife Magazine) are proud to be an official sponsor of this innovative and exciting competition and we would like to wish all finalists the best of luck, but in particular, we're rooting for Harjinder Atwal from Vancouver, Canada - he's full of passion and new ideas, and he gave us such a lovely mention!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G1d6H0Oa__I
Words by Anna Louise
Monday, 15 November 2010
Sunday, 7 November 2010
Over £235,000 of Art Bought Over Three Days in Manchester...
Buy Art Fair (October 28-31, 2010) is revelling in success following its best year to date! After returning for the third year running with a new home in Spinningfields Manchester, Buy Art Fair attracted more than 4,900 visitors and sold an incredible figure of almost a quarter of a million pounds worth of art.
Buy Art Fair director John Dare said: “We are delighted with the show this year, which since its launch has gone from strength to strength. While Manchester is still a young market we have seen a steady rise in money spent and returning visitors each year.”
This is the only place in the North where you will see the work of 60 galleries and over 300 artists all in one location, making it easy to browse and choose a piece to purchase.
Highlights of the Buy Art Fair included comedian and artist Vic Reeves attending the preview evening (Thursday, October 28) to promote his art work with Eyestorm Gallery and original sketches of The Clash ‘London’s Calling’ album cover by Ray Lowry.
Running alongside Buy Art Fair was The Manchester Contemporary, an exhibition curated by The International 3, featuring some of the most exciting emerging artists of today. Emin International also took part selling limited edition prints and merchandise from Tracey Emin.
The event was sponsored by Bluefin Insurance Services in conjunction with AXA Art, Jaguar Cars Limited and Spinningfields.
Watch out for next year’s dates! www.buyartfair.co.uk
Words by Anna-Louise
Buy Art Fair director John Dare said: “We are delighted with the show this year, which since its launch has gone from strength to strength. While Manchester is still a young market we have seen a steady rise in money spent and returning visitors each year.”
This is the only place in the North where you will see the work of 60 galleries and over 300 artists all in one location, making it easy to browse and choose a piece to purchase.
Highlights of the Buy Art Fair included comedian and artist Vic Reeves attending the preview evening (Thursday, October 28) to promote his art work with Eyestorm Gallery and original sketches of The Clash ‘London’s Calling’ album cover by Ray Lowry.
Running alongside Buy Art Fair was The Manchester Contemporary, an exhibition curated by The International 3, featuring some of the most exciting emerging artists of today. Emin International also took part selling limited edition prints and merchandise from Tracey Emin.
The event was sponsored by Bluefin Insurance Services in conjunction with AXA Art, Jaguar Cars Limited and Spinningfields.
Watch out for next year’s dates! www.buyartfair.co.uk
Words by Anna-Louise
Friday, 5 November 2010
Mix-d: crown the first Mixed Race Face winners of 2010
Mix-d: are celebrating the success of hosting the uk’s 1st mixed-race modelling competition. Florence Cassidy and Graham Scaif were crowned the male and female Mix-d: Face winner for 2010; each will be given a 12 month contract with Boss Model Management.
Manchester based social enterprise Mix-d: organised the event in collaboration with Harvey Nichols Manchester and Sassoons with sponsorship from the Rejuvenate Group, Castlefield Clinic, Sport & Dance and Gemini International Events.
Hosted by Waterloo Road actor Tachia Newell and Coronation Street Actress Tupele Dorgu, the event was held at the recently refurbished Monastery in Manchester. The 20finalists from around the country took to the runway in amazing fashion provided by Harvey Nichols which included collection pieces from the likes of John Galliano. The crowd, which included Take That’s Jason Orange, also enjoyed performances by the Manchester Singout Choir and singer Julie E. Gordon.
The event raised over £2,000 to help fund the ‘Mix-d: education Pack’ aimed at increasing understanding of current mixed-race issues. The education pack will help continue the work of the organisation in providing resources and material to share their expertise and give people the confidence to engage confidently with the subject.
Bradley Lincoln, founder of Mix-d comments “Over the last couple of years we have worked to remove the awkward silence around this subject and the event is an extension of the work we do, we’re extremely proud to have provided a platform for mixed-race people to be present in the fashion industry and that the event was a wonderful sucess.”
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For more information log onto www.mix-d.org.
Post by Anna-Louise
Manchester based social enterprise Mix-d: organised the event in collaboration with Harvey Nichols Manchester and Sassoons with sponsorship from the Rejuvenate Group, Castlefield Clinic, Sport & Dance and Gemini International Events.
Hosted by Waterloo Road actor Tachia Newell and Coronation Street Actress Tupele Dorgu, the event was held at the recently refurbished Monastery in Manchester. The 20finalists from around the country took to the runway in amazing fashion provided by Harvey Nichols which included collection pieces from the likes of John Galliano. The crowd, which included Take That’s Jason Orange, also enjoyed performances by the Manchester Singout Choir and singer Julie E. Gordon.
The event raised over £2,000 to help fund the ‘Mix-d: education Pack’ aimed at increasing understanding of current mixed-race issues. The education pack will help continue the work of the organisation in providing resources and material to share their expertise and give people the confidence to engage confidently with the subject.
Bradley Lincoln, founder of Mix-d comments “Over the last couple of years we have worked to remove the awkward silence around this subject and the event is an extension of the work we do, we’re extremely proud to have provided a platform for mixed-race people to be present in the fashion industry and that the event was a wonderful sucess.”
For more information log onto www.mix-d.org.
Post by Anna-Louise
Monday, 1 November 2010
One Night, Two Amazing Events...
Last Thursday the Rejuvenate Group hosted two amazing events on the same day, resulting in some pretty stressed Rejuvenators as the team were split into two halves for the evening...
If I could turn back time,” sang the ageless rock diva Cher. “If I could find a way...” She did, of course – one which owed much to the surgeon’s knife. But as more than 30 VIP guests discovered at a much-oversubscribed open evening hosted by the Manor Skin Spa, Cheshire’s leading exponents of the very latest in holistic and medical aesthetic treatments, anti-ageing procedures don’t have to be like that.
Over champagne and canapés amid the relaxed and discreet atmosphere of the Manor Skin Spa’s state-of-the-art clinic in Sale - subject of a recent £400,000 refurbishment – the ladies enjoyed informative, expert and reassuring insights into the way that revolutionary non-surgical techniques now available can restore smoother and younger feeling skin. The secrets of how film stars and celebrities in their 40s 50s and 60s stay looking wonderful without surgery were revealed. The pampering began before guests crossed the threshold, for they were ferried in chauffeur-driven Mercedes limousines to the clinic in Washway Road from the car park at the spa’s sister dental practice a short distance away.
They were welcomed by highly respected dentist Dr Anjali Shah who established Manor Dental Care in Sale in 2002. She explained that having suffered from acne as a teenager, she became extremely interested in finding treatments to help all ages of acne sufferers, as well as offering comprehensive treatments for anti-ageing. Her strong belief that everyone should look and feel good about themselves led to the development of the skin clinic at Manor Dental Care specialising in a range of facial aesthetic treatments, including dermal fillers, wrinkle reducing injections, skin and laser treatments. “Our motto is: ‘Beautiful Skin is Healthy Skin’,” she said.
The open evening highlighted three of the Manor Skin Spa’s comprehensive range of treatments carried out by fully-trained, friendly staff, each of which uses only the latest, industry-led technology, ensuring every treatment is safe, successful and pain free.
Words by Anna-Louise, images by Haydn Rydings www.haydnrydings.co.uk
Meanwhile the rest of the Rejuvenate team were holding the fort in Manchester...
In partner to the previous Ladies Night, Mercedes-Benz Central hosted one for the boys in an exclusive Gents Night at their Manchester Showroom.
Under a significantly more masculine theme, the red carpet was rolled out for an evening of performance, style and competitions as Mercedes invited you to get up close and personal with their latest cars, in particular their amazing Mercedes-Benz SLS. Guests enjoyed vocals of talented jazz and soul singer Jessica Tansey whilst, tying in with the evenings Gents theme, enjoying canapés served in the delightful form of mini fish and chips, burgers and cones of chips. Adding a touch of flavour to the traditional English cuisine, Brasil's national drink Caipirinha cocktails, were served from Manchester's favourite Brasilian restaurant.
A variety of experts were on hand throughout the evening to further entertain the guests and cater to all their leisure needs including the chance to meet Rugby legends the Sale Sharks. In terms of gadgets the guests viewed the latest collection from Bang & Olufsen as well as the latest AMG performance models and products. The likes of Elite Fitness delivered fitness and health advice whilst Castlefield Clinic and Spa were on hand to demonstrate the perks of male skincare.
A spot of retail therapy was available with models displaying the latest range from Lucille Lingerie, providing an eyeful for the boys as well as Christmas present inspiration for all those wives and girlfriends. Harvey Nichols also brought along a range of goodies, The Hemingway Club offered classic tailoring at its best and the range of shoes at Edward’s footwear were enough to tempt any man into a spending splurge.
The evening’s key activities were without a doubt the inflatable driving range provided by Golftorium enabling the guests to practise their golf shot safely indoors and Manchester235’s casino tempting you to try your luck on the roulette wheel. Funds raised from the nights’s games and competitions were charitably donated to St Francis House.
Words and images by Anna J. Westerman
If I could turn back time,” sang the ageless rock diva Cher. “If I could find a way...” She did, of course – one which owed much to the surgeon’s knife. But as more than 30 VIP guests discovered at a much-oversubscribed open evening hosted by the Manor Skin Spa, Cheshire’s leading exponents of the very latest in holistic and medical aesthetic treatments, anti-ageing procedures don’t have to be like that.
Over champagne and canapés amid the relaxed and discreet atmosphere of the Manor Skin Spa’s state-of-the-art clinic in Sale - subject of a recent £400,000 refurbishment – the ladies enjoyed informative, expert and reassuring insights into the way that revolutionary non-surgical techniques now available can restore smoother and younger feeling skin. The secrets of how film stars and celebrities in their 40s 50s and 60s stay looking wonderful without surgery were revealed. The pampering began before guests crossed the threshold, for they were ferried in chauffeur-driven Mercedes limousines to the clinic in Washway Road from the car park at the spa’s sister dental practice a short distance away.
They were welcomed by highly respected dentist Dr Anjali Shah who established Manor Dental Care in Sale in 2002. She explained that having suffered from acne as a teenager, she became extremely interested in finding treatments to help all ages of acne sufferers, as well as offering comprehensive treatments for anti-ageing. Her strong belief that everyone should look and feel good about themselves led to the development of the skin clinic at Manor Dental Care specialising in a range of facial aesthetic treatments, including dermal fillers, wrinkle reducing injections, skin and laser treatments. “Our motto is: ‘Beautiful Skin is Healthy Skin’,” she said.
The open evening highlighted three of the Manor Skin Spa’s comprehensive range of treatments carried out by fully-trained, friendly staff, each of which uses only the latest, industry-led technology, ensuring every treatment is safe, successful and pain free.
Words by Anna-Louise, images by Haydn Rydings www.haydnrydings.co.uk
Meanwhile the rest of the Rejuvenate team were holding the fort in Manchester...
In partner to the previous Ladies Night, Mercedes-Benz Central hosted one for the boys in an exclusive Gents Night at their Manchester Showroom.
Under a significantly more masculine theme, the red carpet was rolled out for an evening of performance, style and competitions as Mercedes invited you to get up close and personal with their latest cars, in particular their amazing Mercedes-Benz SLS. Guests enjoyed vocals of talented jazz and soul singer Jessica Tansey whilst, tying in with the evenings Gents theme, enjoying canapés served in the delightful form of mini fish and chips, burgers and cones of chips. Adding a touch of flavour to the traditional English cuisine, Brasil's national drink Caipirinha cocktails, were served from Manchester's favourite Brasilian restaurant.
A variety of experts were on hand throughout the evening to further entertain the guests and cater to all their leisure needs including the chance to meet Rugby legends the Sale Sharks. In terms of gadgets the guests viewed the latest collection from Bang & Olufsen as well as the latest AMG performance models and products. The likes of Elite Fitness delivered fitness and health advice whilst Castlefield Clinic and Spa were on hand to demonstrate the perks of male skincare.
A spot of retail therapy was available with models displaying the latest range from Lucille Lingerie, providing an eyeful for the boys as well as Christmas present inspiration for all those wives and girlfriends. Harvey Nichols also brought along a range of goodies, The Hemingway Club offered classic tailoring at its best and the range of shoes at Edward’s footwear were enough to tempt any man into a spending splurge.
The evening’s key activities were without a doubt the inflatable driving range provided by Golftorium enabling the guests to practise their golf shot safely indoors and Manchester235’s casino tempting you to try your luck on the roulette wheel. Funds raised from the nights’s games and competitions were charitably donated to St Francis House.
Words and images by Anna J. Westerman
Thursday, 21 October 2010
Harvey Nichols Manchester Launches World’s First Pre-Nup Package
Savvy brides-to-be will be rushing to get this season’s 'wedding must-have' as Harvey Nichols Manchester launches the first ever pre-nup bridal package.
With pre-nups on the rise, Harvey Nichols has created a free consultation package for the modern woman who has everything and wants to keep it that way. It provides a one stop shop for most bridal needs including recommendations on everything from make-up and dress consultations to legal consultations with help from Dennison Greer Solicitors with expert advice about protecting your assets, whatever your financial standing may be.
British Family Lawyers have seen a tenfold increase in the number of couples signing pre-nuptial agreements and with the recent landmark ruling in the case of German Heiress Katrin Radmacher, the British courts are more likely to uphold the agreement. In an age where one in seven Britons considers marrying purely for money and the number of men making claims on their wives’ wealth in divorce has doubled, more women are encouraged to seek professional advice and draw up contracts to ensure their assets are still alive long after the romance is dead.
Iain Mackenzie General Manager of Harvey Nichols Manchester says: “We wanted to offer our female clients a great one stop shop for their bridal needs beyond the dress but offer something different too.
“This a fun and fashionable way to plan your nuptials and have some peace of mind before saying ‘I do’.”
Lisa Kemp, Head of Family Law at Dennison Greer Solicitors, comments: “Pre-nups don’t have to be an unromantic affair, if you’ve purchased a flat and have paid into a mortgage there is nothing wrong with wanting to protect that if its what you came into the marriage with. Having a properly drafted agreement can help avoid a messy divorce.
“We hope that the launch of the pre-nup package makes it easier for women to get important information about the process and make informed decisions before making a commitment.”
History has shown that a lack of a pre-nup can cost you. We only need to remind ourselves that Sir Paul McCartney did not have a pre-nup and was ordered to pay Heather Mills £25 million in their divorce – one of the largest settlements in British history. Whilst Stephen Spielberg split with his wife of four years and she walked away with £80 million – he jotted down his prenuptial terms on a cocktail napkin, which the judge deemed invalid and threw out.
WorkLife Magazine (and Rejuvenate Events) are happy to be the official media partner for Dennison Greer Solicitors and Harvey Nichols to present this exciting launch event. Keep checking here for further event details and if you require any more information or want to get your name down on the guestlist please email party@worklifemagazine.co.uk with “Pre-nup Launch” in the subject field.
With pre-nups on the rise, Harvey Nichols has created a free consultation package for the modern woman who has everything and wants to keep it that way. It provides a one stop shop for most bridal needs including recommendations on everything from make-up and dress consultations to legal consultations with help from Dennison Greer Solicitors with expert advice about protecting your assets, whatever your financial standing may be.
British Family Lawyers have seen a tenfold increase in the number of couples signing pre-nuptial agreements and with the recent landmark ruling in the case of German Heiress Katrin Radmacher, the British courts are more likely to uphold the agreement. In an age where one in seven Britons considers marrying purely for money and the number of men making claims on their wives’ wealth in divorce has doubled, more women are encouraged to seek professional advice and draw up contracts to ensure their assets are still alive long after the romance is dead.
Iain Mackenzie General Manager of Harvey Nichols Manchester says: “We wanted to offer our female clients a great one stop shop for their bridal needs beyond the dress but offer something different too.
“This a fun and fashionable way to plan your nuptials and have some peace of mind before saying ‘I do’.”
Lisa Kemp, Head of Family Law at Dennison Greer Solicitors, comments: “Pre-nups don’t have to be an unromantic affair, if you’ve purchased a flat and have paid into a mortgage there is nothing wrong with wanting to protect that if its what you came into the marriage with. Having a properly drafted agreement can help avoid a messy divorce.
“We hope that the launch of the pre-nup package makes it easier for women to get important information about the process and make informed decisions before making a commitment.”
History has shown that a lack of a pre-nup can cost you. We only need to remind ourselves that Sir Paul McCartney did not have a pre-nup and was ordered to pay Heather Mills £25 million in their divorce – one of the largest settlements in British history. Whilst Stephen Spielberg split with his wife of four years and she walked away with £80 million – he jotted down his prenuptial terms on a cocktail napkin, which the judge deemed invalid and threw out.
WorkLife Magazine (and Rejuvenate Events) are happy to be the official media partner for Dennison Greer Solicitors and Harvey Nichols to present this exciting launch event. Keep checking here for further event details and if you require any more information or want to get your name down on the guestlist please email party@worklifemagazine.co.uk with “Pre-nup Launch” in the subject field.
Friday, 15 October 2010
MiH Jeans and Liberty: A Match Made in 70s Heaven
WorkLife recently met with the lovely Susan Head of Press and PR for MiH Jeans who showed us some “to die for” denims from the collaboration of MiH and Liberty in creating a limited edition collection of jeans for Autumn Winter 2010.
Established in London in 1969, MiH Jeans was one of the original British denim brands, who pride themselves on using only the highest quality fabrics, whilst paying the utmost attention to detail to create perfect fitting, leg lengthening jeans; timeless with a modern twist. Over the years the brand has also developed a firm following of fashion forward celebrities including Sarah Jessica Parker, Kate Bosworth and Jessica Biel.
The collaboration is inspired by Liberty's mission to source and create unique and beautiful fashion and printed textiles from around the world. The 70s was a key decade for both brands, so it is no coincidence that they both chose a jeans shape synonymous with the decade and a print that was popular at the time. Typical of their attention to detail, MiH Jeans even added Liberty’s original branding from this era to the jeans hangtags for added authenticity!
The two jeans exclusive to the collaboration are:
Established in London in 1969, MiH Jeans was one of the original British denim brands, who pride themselves on using only the highest quality fabrics, whilst paying the utmost attention to detail to create perfect fitting, leg lengthening jeans; timeless with a modern twist. Over the years the brand has also developed a firm following of fashion forward celebrities including Sarah Jessica Parker, Kate Bosworth and Jessica Biel.
The collaboration is inspired by Liberty's mission to source and create unique and beautiful fashion and printed textiles from around the world. The 70s was a key decade for both brands, so it is no coincidence that they both chose a jeans shape synonymous with the decade and a print that was popular at the time. Typical of their attention to detail, MiH Jeans even added Liberty’s original branding from this era to the jeans hangtags for added authenticity!
The two jeans exclusive to the collaboration are:
The brand's best selling Marrakesh Jean £165 has been developed into a lush classic Liberty purple in velvet fabric to add additional lustre. Their cut is perhaps the most flattering jeans shape for all womens body types, whilst their kick flare cut gives you a sense of 70's nostalgia with every step. Would look perfect teamed with this seasons ever coveted wooden clogs!
The Vienna Jeans in 'Feather Print' £175. Using ‘Dakota’ a geometric feather print designed by Liberty in 1960 MiH has created a truly individual jean. Its super skinny cut makes it a perfect wardrobe staple, whilst its all over pattern is subtle enough so that it could be wearable everyday whilst still injecting that pop of fun into your denim collection.
The jeans are available in Liberty stores and online now so dont miss out on your chance of owning a piece of 70's inspired British heritage!
Words by Anna J. Westerman
Wednesday, 13 October 2010
WorkLife Meet Duncan Bannatyne and Support Charity Quit
UK stop smoking charity QUIT’s celebrity supporters have backed the need for a dedicated youth stop smoking service in Manchester.
At a special charity event earlier this week at Wellacre Technology College in Flixton, QUIT’s Children’s Champion Duncan Bannatyne (Dragon’s Den) and one of the charity’s Vice Presidents Dr Chris Steele (This Morning) helped raise awareness for the £50,000 needed for a youth project in Manchester and the North West.
In Manchester, children’s smoking rates have increased by 5% in two years,* and the new project – run by QUIT’s youth service Quit Because – would include a full time Youth Presenter, presentations in schools and youth clubs, stop smoking groups and resources for 8-18 year olds across the North West of England. In the Manchester area alone, this project would reach around 17,000 young people.
The Quit Because team presented to Year 8’s at Wellacre Technology College, where they took part in a quiz and saw a fun and informative ‘ingredients’ show, demonstrating some of the 4,000 chemicals found in a cigarette. The event also saw the launch of QUIT’s new youth resource - Inhale This. The interactive booklet is aimed at educating young teenagers about the effect of smoking on their lungs, and features 3D pages, pop ups, games, quizzes and more.
Local businesses, including WorkLife Magazine and public health figures were also invited to meet Duncan, Chris and the QUIT team over a lunchtime networking session arranged by local networking forum, Rejuvenate, and stayed to watch the presentations to the Year 8 pupils.
Read more in our next issue as we grill the Dragon himself and find out more about his work with QUIT
Words by Anna-Louise
At a special charity event earlier this week at Wellacre Technology College in Flixton, QUIT’s Children’s Champion Duncan Bannatyne (Dragon’s Den) and one of the charity’s Vice Presidents Dr Chris Steele (This Morning) helped raise awareness for the £50,000 needed for a youth project in Manchester and the North West.
In Manchester, children’s smoking rates have increased by 5% in two years,* and the new project – run by QUIT’s youth service Quit Because – would include a full time Youth Presenter, presentations in schools and youth clubs, stop smoking groups and resources for 8-18 year olds across the North West of England. In the Manchester area alone, this project would reach around 17,000 young people.
The Quit Because team presented to Year 8’s at Wellacre Technology College, where they took part in a quiz and saw a fun and informative ‘ingredients’ show, demonstrating some of the 4,000 chemicals found in a cigarette. The event also saw the launch of QUIT’s new youth resource - Inhale This. The interactive booklet is aimed at educating young teenagers about the effect of smoking on their lungs, and features 3D pages, pop ups, games, quizzes and more.
Local businesses, including WorkLife Magazine and public health figures were also invited to meet Duncan, Chris and the QUIT team over a lunchtime networking session arranged by local networking forum, Rejuvenate, and stayed to watch the presentations to the Year 8 pupils.
Read more in our next issue as we grill the Dragon himself and find out more about his work with QUIT
Words by Anna-Louise
Sunday, 10 October 2010
WorkLife Magazine Party
Thursday evening saw WorkLife Magazine host a party in celebration of their latest issue, issue 11!
Held at Manchesters first Cachacaria Bar Viva Brasil on Deansgate, WorkLife's advertisers, friends and the Manchester elite came together in support of the Magazine for a night of networking fun and get their hands on their own copy of the latest issue.
The Viva Brasil barman provided excellant service, ensuring the drinks and canapes didnt stop flowing throughout the night. The evening's drinks of choice were of course Brasil's national drink, the Caipirinha cocktail, which is mixed together using only Cachaca rum, freshly squeezed limes and Sugar. The canapes on the other hand, gave the guests a taste of a Brazilian BBQ with a variety of different meats, all marinated in the traditional Brazilian way.
However, it was the evening's live entertainment ensured it would be a party to remember with Brazilian dancers! The dancers filled the room with energy and the spirit of Brasil and even managed to persuade some of the braver guests to join in on the dancing too (easily done after a couple of Caipirinha cocktails).
Check out some pictures from our amazing night!
Words and images by Anna J. Westerman
Held at Manchesters first Cachacaria Bar Viva Brasil on Deansgate, WorkLife's advertisers, friends and the Manchester elite came together in support of the Magazine for a night of networking fun and get their hands on their own copy of the latest issue.
The Viva Brasil barman provided excellant service, ensuring the drinks and canapes didnt stop flowing throughout the night. The evening's drinks of choice were of course Brasil's national drink, the Caipirinha cocktail, which is mixed together using only Cachaca rum, freshly squeezed limes and Sugar. The canapes on the other hand, gave the guests a taste of a Brazilian BBQ with a variety of different meats, all marinated in the traditional Brazilian way.
However, it was the evening's live entertainment ensured it would be a party to remember with Brazilian dancers! The dancers filled the room with energy and the spirit of Brasil and even managed to persuade some of the braver guests to join in on the dancing too (easily done after a couple of Caipirinha cocktails).
Check out some pictures from our amazing night!
Words and images by Anna J. Westerman
Tuesday, 28 September 2010
ISSUE 11 OUT NOW!
Autumn’s arrived, as leaves falls and dark nights creep in, and with the AW10 catwalk trends unveiled, we wonder how our retail sector will fare this season?
To help shed some light and share her experience, WorkLife caught up with the nation’s favourite ‘Queen of Shops’, Mary Portas. Retail is worth £321bn to the UK economy and the existence of a strong and diverse independent sector on our high streets is essential to ensuring its continuing success. You can read the full interview and even have the chance to win a place on Mary’s new master class in this issue.
This issue is packed full of interesting business stories and inspiring entrepreneurs. Find out how a Manchester landlord is encouraging people to produce their own electricity and go carbon natural in We Like Your Style . We go Back to the Office with the Managing Director of a Cosmetic Surgery Clinic and urge you to ‘Lock Up Your Boss’ in aid of St. Ann’s Hospice in Social Entrepreneur.
I particularly want to give my special thanks to our LIFE guest editor, Siobhan Hanley. Siobhan is a successful entrepreneur herself after launching the Manchester Food and Drink Festival. Flip the magazine over as she brings you an exclusive interview with celebrity chef, Andrew Nutter, and look out for our Wedding Fashion Special.
Enjoy!
Anna-Louise
work@worklifemagazine.co.uk
Read the latest issue online at:
http://content.yudu.com/A1paua/WL11/
Hatton Promotions: A Night of Professional Boxing - Title Trial
This weekend WorkLife took a night off from the usual glamourous social and business event to enjoy an evening at the boxing, courtesy of Hatton Promotions. The event was held at the Castle Leisure Centre in Bury and featured a series of pre fights leading up to the main, all streamed live world wide via Hatton TV.
The first of many fights kicked off with a 6 Round Lightweight contest which was followed by the Middleweight contest, the Super Middleweight contest and finally the 4 Round Light Heavyweight contest. Entertainment during the intervals saw local Manchester band Coupe de Ville perform an experimental mix of hip hop and rock. Female modern dance group, eptly named the 'Dancing Girls', also later took to the stage, putting on a risque routine the Pussy Cat Dolls would have been proud of.
The main event saw the crowd and WorkLife's favourite, local bury boy Scott Quigg battle his opponent Argentinean Santiago Allione. Admittedly I'm a girl who neglects her sports and shamefully often cannot tell Ricky Hatton from Tiger Woods but even my ignorant eye could see there was something special about Quigg's fighting style. Quigg seemed to opt to be patient, keeping a level head throughout the match to slowly wear his opponent down then fire in blows when they were least expecting it.
The 3rd round was the pivotal turning point of the fight which saw Scott scoring a series of big punches before knocking out his opponent with a devestating final knock out shot in which Allione hit the floor and didnt recover, appointing Quigg winner of the Super-Bantamweight Belt.
Quigg showed he was a true professional sportsman, by returning to the centre of the ring to embrace his opponent and encourage the crowd to support his efforts, showing there were no hard feelings between him and Allione.
Words and images by Anna J. Westerman
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