The word of the day is “Determination”
Posted on 14. Mar, 2012 by JohnKnowles in Arts, RS Pop, Uncategorized
It’s 6:45 in the morning on Wednesday, March 14 and the word of the day is “Determination”. By seven, the sun will be rising and the city will begin to bustle.
I’ve been up organizing my notes, made a video, and am making sure all affairs are in order. We had a brilliant art opening on Friday of last week showcasing the art of Christopher Ulrich in our new RSPop[+] Popup Shop. The show is curated by Molly Barnes who is responsible for our own Brown-bag Lunch series that takes place twice a month at the Roger Smith Hotel. I have an interest in connecting the right people with this provocative collection of art. The most dominant of painting in the space is “The Last Words of Aleister Crowley” present on the back wall of the Pop-up art gallery.
Amongst ourselves, with a little research courtesy of Ingrid David we came up with a great story describing the lore of the painting. It was argued that Aleister Crowley on his deathbed said something like “I am perplexed” or “sometime, I hate myself”.
The show is worth seeing and will be up on display at 501 Lexington Ave. at the base of the Roger Smith Hotel through March 2012.
For all you art collectors out there this is a call to action to see and be part of a great young artist career.
If you like more information on this artist or anything happening at the RSPop[+] pop-up shop feel free to contact me at Jknowles@panmanproductions.com with any inquiries. You can also reach me at @pancity or @RSHotel on Twitter. Be sure to also follow our @RSPopplus Twitter account and become a fan of our Facebook page.
As always, if you are ever are in New York and need a place to stay, you can use this link to access a 10% discount on your booking.
At this moment the sun is up and my latest Panman mixtape no. 83 is just uploaded. Hope you enjoy it. Have a great day. Let me know what you think.
John Knowles a.k.a Stanley from midtown.
Christopher Ulrich at RSPop[+]
Posted on 27. Feb, 2012 by JohnKnowles in Art at Roger Smith, Arts
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RSPop[+] the Roger Smith Hotel’s newest popup shop is now hosting the art work of Christopher Ulrich through the end of March, 2012. The show is curated by Molly Barnes who has brought many art conversations to the Roger Smith with her Brown Bag Lunches. All art is for sale.
Christopher Traedy Ulrich is a painter of surreal iconographic images. He is influenced by the richness of ancient mythology, the mystery of alchemy, and the vastness of cosmic reality. Illuminating this dark journey with insight, heart and determination he strives to understand the unraveling revelation that reveals itself in the work.
Aleister Crowley’s Last Words, Oil on canvas 48X60
For more information contact us at Jennifer@rogersmith.com
Pop[+] is located at 501 Lexington Avenue between the 47th and 48th next the the Lab Gallery.
Follow Friday Watch-list #FF @andysmith @basilpuglisi and @pamslim “Movers and Shakers”
Posted on 10. Feb, 2012 by JohnKnowles in Community, Hotel
Good morning on this beautiful Friday.There’s a lot going on in New York City right now. With the Cookbook Conference underway at the Roger Smith Hotel there is there is no shortage of excitement in midtown. On my Follow Friday watch-list I have a couple of movers and shakers who become guiding lights for me in a time of social action.
First on my list is Andy Smith who has put his heart into creating the RS Cookbook Conference. We are hosting a Conference surrounding the beauty of the cookbook and all it’s parts. Andy is a celebrated food author who has a new book that dives into the indulgence and passion for junk food in our culture.
The second person on my follow Friday watch-list is Basil Puglisi. A natural connector, Basil is the motivator and champion of the upcoming Social Media Action Camp that is happening on Thursday February 16th as part of Social Media Week, again at the Roger Smith Hotel… Basil runs DBMEI (Digital Brand Marketing Education) and is an elite member of the “Who’s who” of the marketing and social media sphere.
The third person on my Follow Friday watch-list is Pamela Slim. The first participant in the Pop+ [+]Network, Pam came into my space and introduced me to a series inspirational people, who will change my path in life forever. She’s not just a blind connector… Pam is interested in people and their passions. The quality of personalities that surfaced in her presence has gripped my attention and has elevated the quality of my network. The word “Hotshot” has been a buzzword in my vocabulary ever since.
In a new year, filled with exciting potential, I am encouraged by the opportunities that are in front of me. It’s a time to be socially responsible and encourage those who are heading in a similar direction. It’s a great time to be inspired. I am building new relationships that I imagine will be long lasting.
If you find yourself interested in knowing more about what is going on here at the Roger Smith don’t hesitate to reach out. Share with us what you are up to and ask something of us. Maybe we can help.
Have a great Friday afternoon and enjoy the weekend.
Please comment, share and engage…
John Knowles, Director of Digital Marketing
That’s right, Roger Smith is on Google Plus! @RShotel #Rogersrooms Giveaway
Posted on 09. Jan, 2012 by JohnKnowles in Community, Hotel
Last week marks a turning point in our social media engagements as we began our community initiative on Google Plus. What better way to jump into the growing platform than under the guidance of marketing and blogging expert Chris Brogan. On Wednesday January 4th, 2012 Chris met with our team and talked with us about Google Plus for business. We have been lucky to have Chris be a brand ambassador over the years and are thrilled to be able to engage with him about such a fresh topic! We are currently building our presence on the platform and will be launching new collaborations with Chris in 2012. 
If you want to know more about “Google Plus for Business” you should read Chris’ book and engage in the conversation.
As part of our #Rogersrooms initiative, I will be giving away a 2 night stay at the Roger Smith to be used in January as part of this blog post. To win the #Rogersroom contest, please tell us your favorite feature or fact about the Google plus platform and why you think it is interesting. The most unique, cleaver, useful, or original feature presented will win the contest! If you present a case study of who is innovating with in the platform, that could help you stand out as well! Please post your comments on our blog or this G+ post to be considered.
The stay can only be used in January 2012. I will be choosing a winner on Wednesday January 11th. I look forward to your feedback!
Be sure to follow +Roger Smith Hotel and engage us with your interest, ideas or inquiries. We will be hosting Google + meetups in the future and are excited about the relationships we will build on Google + in 2012.
Please share, comment and engage!
Thanks
John Knowles – Director of Digital Marketing
@RSHotel, @Pancity
How Roger Smith fell out of bed!
Posted on 09. Jan, 2012 by JohnKnowles in Community, Hotel
This is the story of how Roger Smith is become more then just a hotel in New York. There are many hotels in New York and we are not the biggest, the newest or the fanciest. Our rooms are large in comparison to other hotels yet they have an old-world charm.
So how does a 130 room hotel in the middle of midtown Manhattan distinguish itself from it’s competitors?
What does Roger Smith think of himself?
Roger Smith is a place of ideas!
Roger Smith is a friendly host!
Roger Smith is a place for advanced media opportunities!
Roger Smith is a place for the arts; both creation and consumption!
Roger Smith is a place to be discovered!
Roger Smith is a place to be launched!
Roger Smith shares your content!
Roger Smith creates his own content!
Roger Smith is a personality!
I am Roger Smith!
You are Roger Smith!
He is Roger Smith!
Roger Smith Pops Up!
Roger Smith will engage with you on twitter as well a have a drink with you in Lilys!
Roger Smith will be your friend, follow you and learn about your influence!
Roger Smith is not just a Hotel, it is a family!
Become part of the Culture!
A Great Start to 2012! @RSHotel is what’s happening! @Chrisbrogan & Google+ @Harlanmack #Studio501 Popup Shop!
Posted on 08. Jan, 2012 by JohnKnowles in Community, Events, Hotel
I’d like to share with you some highlights from our first week of the New Year @RSHotel. There’s much to look forward to! On January 4th we met with Chris Brogan to talk about Google + for business! His book is a complete Business Guide to Google+, Today’s Hottest New Social Network!
On January 5th we celebrated the work of sculptor Harlan Mack at our first artist dinner for the 125 Window Gallery in the starlight ballroom.
Follow www.125windowgallery.tumblr.com for updates.
The third highlight of the week and major development of the year is the acquisition of a new space currently known as Studio 501 located between the RS Pop shop and the Lab Gallery. This space will activate new and exciting brand collaborations in 2012. Stay tuned for more details!
In thinking about this new space, I am not sure what to call it… What would you call this new popup space? What would you do with a time limited popup opportunity? Look forward to your feedback. Happy New Year!
Please share, comment and engage!
Thanks
John Knowles – Director of Digital
Marketing
@RShotel
@Pancity
Meditation / Mediations A reflection on artistic collaborations with Daniel Rothbart by John Knowles
Posted on 06. Jan, 2012 by JohnKnowles in Arts, Community, Hotel
Video as an art-form was my creative indulgence in 2011. I have been testing visual concept through patterns and loops and have developed a style and method for my creative expression. It has inspired new collaborative projects that test my ability to mix and balance different elements of light, color, intent and other contributing inputs.
On November 20th 2011, I set up my projections with artist Daniel Rothbart to test out new forms of creative alchemy. The ingredients of the experiment consisted of my intent to drive future success and innovation combined with Daniels perspective as a conductor within the light.
Together we explored the dimension of the empty space in the bowls and played with the shadows as they appeared on the wall behind him. His calm and observant nature provided the an ideal collaborative chemistry.
So what can you as the objective observer take away from this experience? I believe that creative expressions of intent opens the door to new realizations and physical manifestations. By exploring the depths of your creative potential you can imagine and experience any reality you choose. My objective is to inspire and stimulate others to create and participate.
Stay tuned for collaborative art projects in 2012. We will soon be launching an Artist meetup at the Roger Smith where creative personalities be able to meet and experiment.
Reach out and engage to be part of the growing network.
Welcome to @pancity! Where all your dreams come true!
Give the gift of New York! Win a free stay @RShotel. #Rogersrooms
Posted on 20. Dec, 2011 by JohnKnowles in Community, Events, Hotel
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In the week leading up to Christmas, Roger Smith will be putting on his Santa hat and giving away a series of #Rogersrooms. It’s a brilliant gift idea to give a 2 night stay at New York’s Roger Smith Hotel. The rules to win are as follows. In the comments section of this blog, tell us who deserves the gift of New York and why. Once you have posted your comment on the blog you must also post “Give the gift of New York! @RShotel #SantaContest #rogersrooms http://bit.ly/u0wWAt” to your twitter or to our facebook profile. 
We will be choosing 2 winners on Friday December 23th, just in time for Christmas.
In the wake of Santa Con, we are also giving away 1 room to the best Santa Costume Picture Submitted to twitter with “Give me my #Rogersroom @RShotel #Santacontest” in the body of the tweet.
Thanks ahead of time for participating. Happy Holidays
John Knowles, Director of Digital Marketing @RShotel
#TweetDrive inspires NYC’s Social Community to give back! ~ Harrison Kratz guest blog post
Posted on 20. Dec, 2011 by JohnKnowles in Community, Events, Hotel
On Tuesday Decemeber 13, social media professionals and community builders from the New York City area came together to give back and celebrate the holidays at the Lily’s in the Roger Smith Hotel for the New York City Tweet Drive.
The New York City Tweet Drive was part of Tweet Drive, a global social good campaign that brings together social media communities to collect toys for under-privileged children during the holiday season.
New York’s social media community came out in full force and showed what the holidays are all about – friends, family, drinks, giving back, and more than a few ridiculous Facebook photos.
Thanks to event partners such as HP, Community Managers Meetup, SCVNGR and popchips, New York rocked around the Christmas tree to the tune of over 100 toys collected for Toys for Tots’ Brooklyn chapter! In celebration, there may or may not have been some “Tebowing.”
As the organizer of Tweet Drive, I would just like to say thank you for making this an unforgettable night. While there are many things to do in the city during the holidays, you all chose to spend it with us to give back to a great cause.
Santa Con may have been last Saturday, but for one night at the Roger Smith Hotel, we all got to be our own version of Santa Claus.
This is a guest blog post from Harrison Kratz.
Bio: Harrison Kratz navigates New York City as the Community Manager at MBA@UNC, the new MBA online program from the University of North Carolina. He also sticks to his entrepreneurial roots as the founder of the global social good campaign, Tweet Drive.
The State of Now #140 Conf Recap, @RShotel #RogerSmithNews October 2009
Posted on 06. Nov, 2011 by JohnKnowles in Community, Hotel
#140conf Community is a loyal and tight network. Many People have been able to connect through the efforts and coordination of Jeff Pulver. Exploring the state of Now is always a great initiative. On Wednesday Nov, 9th our own Melissa Gonzalez will be speaking at #Brandsconf about the Pop up initiatives that have been going around the Roger Smith Hotel. It is great to have been able to participate as a member of this community.
Reach out to us. Let us know what you are up to and how we can help. The Roger Smith Hotel is not just a center for hospitality. It is place for experimentation in the arts, media, marketing and business. Our objective as a brand is to collaborate and grow our communities with a common interest in energizing our engagements.
If you are interested in learning about what is currently going on @RShotel, you can reach out to me on twitter @RShotel or @Pancity or leave a comment on this blog.
Talk to you soon,
John Knowles
Director of Digital Marketing
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