So the FCC won’t let me be
Or let me be me so let me see
They tried to shut me down on MTV
But it feels so empty without me

-eminem

Mediashift inspired.

So basically the FCC is allowing ISP’s (Internet Service Providers) to control your bandwidth.  Pay what you see.  Is that free? NO!

Please review the rules of Net-Neutrality here.

I have been reading articles around the web from “accredited” sources saying that the EU is going this way, however that seems like a masked-mirror to me.  In fact, large corporations like “Google” do not have the public’s interest.  I love Google and its products, but I guess now it is a love/hate relationship.  If you were the #1 company in the world, would you fail for the public’s sake.  I guess I would, but most likely 95%+ would not.

These regulations make it impossible for a startup to compete with the big dogs, hence why Google loves these rules.  Eventually these regulations with raise the price of the internet, thus deteriorating the quality of service, limit customer choice, and destroy competition.

The only problem I see is that no one knows what to do!  How do we stop this?  How do the people take this into their own hand.  Everyone is writing about it, but no one is really doing anything.  I guess writing is the first step, but what is the plan of action?

Please fill me in!

Listen, I have been involved in several projects from a broadway musical to real-estate in Dubai. Despite the details, my job is to qualify the project and make sure it is a really DOPE idea, then introduce the right investors.  Each experience has developed my skills as a “dealmaker” and I would love to share them.

During my research, I found nothing on Introducing brokers other than the saturated Forex & Futures Markets.  Thus, here is my story.

First, let me break down to you what an Introducing Broker (IB) entails.

accepter of orders but not money: a person or organization taking orders to deal in futures or options without accepting payment from customers

Now that you know the definition, it is not as simple as it seems.  There is a very grey area if you are not an “accredited investor“.  Here is a link to our friends at the SEC, explaining in FULL detail what the guidelines are.

So in other words, if you are not an intellectual or ‘asset net worth’ $1m and make an annual income of $200k then you can’t join this boys club!  The rules are there to cover soliciting and spam on high net-worth investments, however do you think just because someone has more money than someone else gives them automatic credit in investment?  Who knows, i GUESS its there to protect us.

Here are some guidelines to follow so that you do not end up introducing an investor to a property and have legal issues down the road.

DO NOT DO THE FOLLOWING:

• Introduce the project unless you know the individual is accredited
• Communicate ANY of finances WHATSOEVER
• Make a commitment on behalf of your investor (Plead the 5th!)
• Discuss your project to anyone outside of the investment project (Even your Mom!)
• Spend your money before you get it (I did it!)
• Send your investment deals to potential investors unless qualified by “Producers”

So good luck with raising your money.  Just be careful, cautious, and ready to be sued!

Please let me know if you have any tips, suggestions, or questions!  I would be glad to write more if you ask me on something to write.  Cheers!

A project by Laurent Grasso commissioned by Electrolux on the Roof of Palais De Tokyo.

A place they call Art Home, a unique new experience that is to die for.  By its very nature the Art Home experience is transformative.  Every day is different, every experience personal.  They hope you enjoy the change.

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Angela Shelton

Angela Shelton is an acclaimed model, actress, writer, comedian, filmmaker and loud mouth. Angela has appeared on The Oprah Winfrey Show, Larry King Live, 48 Hours Investigates, NPR, Lifetime Television for Women and she has graced the cover of the New York Times.

I could not explain how inspiring this woman has been to the world.  She is filming & directing her first feature film, Hawk Dances, in the Spring of 2010.

Here are some links to her other work.

• http://www.survivormanual.com/
• http://store.searchingforangelasheltonstore.com/
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So pretty random how I met this entrepreneur, but it was meant to be just like everything else.  I was outside of the dirty-bird, a bar in Laguna, and saw this dope collar.  Psycadelic, unique, yet conservative.  Totally something I would wear.

Michael is a 20-something UPENN undergrad from the OC whom started BOKU IKASU in 2005. We will hit you up with the video feature in 2 weeks.  However, take a look at some of his gear in the meantime and check out the event!

http://www.bokuikasu.com/Boku_Website_/BOKU.html

Baby Boogaloo is an event that my aunt, Desiree Acosta Magno, started.  Its to make a more hip environment for children and parents to hang out in.

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Saturday June 27th, 1pm-5pm @ Grandstar Jazz Club
You won’t want to miss this one! As always you can expect some feel good music by DJ Lenin, dancing, art and play!
We’ll have a stencil painting workshop created and taught by Michelle Villaroel (Villadad;)).

Drum Circle session from 2:30-3:30pm
(where a drum instructor will bring instruments for everyone and lead us all in creating music)
If your family hasn’t experienced this yet, now is definitely the time!

Venue: Grandstar Jazz Club, Chinatown

943 N. Broadway (Sun Mun Way), Los Angeles

(Variety of cash only parking options adjacent to the venue)

Admission

Children: (all ages) $10

Parents: Free

This is strictly a family event.
NO entry without child. Children NO entry without parent.
If you don’t have a kid; bring your niece, nephew or godchild.. Otherwise we’d love it if you kindly SPREAD THE WORD! =)

“goodTimes for a goodCause!”

Portion of our proceeds will be donated to the non-profit organization, Rock the Classroom

www.rocktheclassroom.org

Make it a play date with family or other parents that you’ve been meaning to link up with! =)

We hope you can make it!! If so please RSVP w/ages of all kids attending. Thank you so much!

Please feel free to post this on your mom’s/dad’s clubs & forward this to all the families who would appreciate it!

Lookin’ forward to Boogalooin’ with you!

***See our attached flyer***

www.babyboogaloo.org

Much love,

This morning I received an e-mail from the Mashable team.  I simply love these guys.  The whole squad is so passionate about what they do, its uncanny.  Here is the letter I received, which I’m sure is on the website, but I thought I could help spread it!

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I hope all is well.

I just wanted to touch base on the http://summerofsocialgood.com/

Last Monday, we launched the Summer of Social Good social media charity campaign. The Summer of Social Good, taking place from June 1st till August 28th, is a charitable campaign to raise funds through the power of social media. Each week, Mashable will host a series of week-long activities to engage, interact and promote four important charitable causes: The Humane Society, LIVESTRONG, Oxfam America and WWF.

This week, we’re aiming for an audacious goal: 100K for charity in one week (http://mashable.com/2009/06/08/100k-1week-social-good/).

You can help in two simple ways:

1. Donate $20 (or more) to our fund here: http://www.globalgiving.com/socialgood/

2. Tweet, Share and Spread out your support and encourage others to join you.

No matter how much we raise, all contributions will be a huge help for our charities: your money goes towards ending poverty, protecting animal rights, supporting those with cancer, and promoting environmental conservation. Feel good, and do some social good today.

Either way keep me posted and thanks in advance for your support and donation,

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Silent Gypsy, officially opened shop.  This unique line has a feminine appeal, but also a gritty feel to it.  They

officially opened its doors for business just this month showcasing the line’s unique and industrial, yet feminine jewelry.  An accessory that needs to be accessorized is how I put it.  Represent your aesthetics with Silent Gypsy.

Layerable necklaces, funky rings, unique bracelets and cool earrings are the perfect gifts for your friends, family, or even better, yourself. Remarkable for a handcrafted line of this caliber, Silent Gypsy Jewelry is completely affordable, with every piece under $100. Simply throw on any outfit, layer on jewelry from Silent Gypsy, and with little thought, silently scream style.

special thanks to The Luxury Spot for half my content

Join us at this red carpet, high profile cocktail event, featuring Japanais’ signature dishes, open bar from the William Grant Portfolio, and a silent auction of the children of the Thao Dan shelter in Vietnam, Ippolita Jewlery, Louis Vuitton bags, and Michele Vale presents bags from the hit series Gossip Girl, and many more beautiful items.  Entertainment will be provided by DJ Serg.  Franckly L’Official will style the Geisha hostesses with addition clothing and makeup design by Welden Layne and Vincent Oquendo from Artists by Next Agency.

Tickets @ $410 in advance, or $50 @ the door.
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For VIP tables and corporate sponsorhip payment information please contact Charlotte@priorityfilms.com

All tickets will include Japonais’ signature hors d’oevres and open bar from the William Grant selection, 7-9PM

Can’t make it?
You can still show your support by making a tax-deductible donation atwww.redlightchildren.org
Proceeds benefit the RedLight Children Campaign, a non-affiliated 501(c)3 organization targeting all forms of child sexual exploitation, human trafficking, and slavery.

In conjunction with an extensive awareness and education campaign, RedLight Children works to create and implement more effective programs to decrease modern day slavery. Child sexual exploitation is a global epidemic affecting over 2 million children worldwide. In the United States nearly 500,000 children, some younger than 10 years old, are being forced to work into the world of prostitution.
Most recently, the US State Department and Condoleezza Rice recognized RedLight Children for their work combating global human rights violations, awarding founder Guy Jacobson and RedLight Children the prestigious Global Hero Anti-Trafficking Award.

*Winner announced at RedLight and Marie Claire’s Concert fundraiser on June 30th at Le Poisson Rouge!

Please purchase your tickets from the above links or on www.redlightchildren.org

Special Thanks to Micheal James @ http://www.ultravioletlist.com/