THE LAB:GALLERY Presents INTERSECTION February 10-March 2, 2012
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.
Upcoming Events @RSHotel during @Blogworld
Posted on 18. May, 2011 by Birdsong in Events, Hotel
We have a lot of great events this month at The Roger Smith Hotel during @blogworld
May 24 – Jeff Pulver (@jeffpulver) and #140conf will be hosting a meet up on the 16th floor Penthouse & Henry’s rooftop bar from 6 to 8pm. Sponsored by Swedish Mackmyra Whiskey.
May 26 – Social media prom! Tickets here.
Social Media Prom is for anyone and everyone who didn’t have a chance to go to prom. Or maybe you did, but you were the wallflower, someone poured punch down your dress, or gave you a wedgy and hung you from a locker. This is your chance to shine, and relive what you may not have been able to experience from the backseat of the car or behind the bleachers. Don’t have a date? No big deal, go stag!
For more info on these events ask us on FB, tweet @RSHotel or email John Knowles jknowles@panmanproductions.com
We look forward to seeing you this month @RSHotel!
Click here for 10% off our best room rate during Blog World!
PS. Henry says: What up..
Name This ‘Super Hero Dog’ for movie tix @RSHotel
Posted on 25. Jan, 2011 by Birdsong in Arts, Community, Hotel
The facts: His name is Henry. He is a Boston Terrier. He is not neutered.
What we are looking for: What is ‘Super Dog’s’ name? What are his superpowers? Where did he come from? What is his story?
How to play: Tell the story in the comments section. Be sure to tag your comment with your twitter handle or by signing in to facebook. When you’ve left the comment send this out on twitter or facebook:
Read my story about @RSHotel ‘Super Dog’ here: http://bit.ly/eQWE6o
Winner will be announced this Friday January 28th before 5pm.
What you win: Two tickets valued at $45 each for Cinémonde: a Private Screening Series for Thought Provoking Film. Tickets include entry, drinks, and hors d’oeuvres. Screening will be held on February 10th @RSHotel.
More information on Cinémonde here. Tickets available for purchase here. Thank you to Jerry Rudes at Mistral Arts Management for providing the tickets to Cinémonde.
Good Luck!
“Who am I?”
Bethanne Patrick, The Book Maven
Posted on 21. Jan, 2011 by admin in Community, Hotel, Lily's Restaurant
by Adam Wallace
I had the pleasure of sitting down with Bethanne Patrick, known as the book maven, here at Lily’s Restaurant at the Roger Smith Hotel. It was great to hear from her about the ways in which social media has impacted the publishing industry and the role that she has played in this change. Below is a clip on how she got involved on Twitter and how it has impacted his work as well as a clip on what she loves about New York. You can find Bethanne on Twitter, @thebookmaven and on her website, http://bookmavenmedia.com
On Twitter
On New York City
INTERview @RSHotel : Ek on Thailand.
Posted on 13. Jan, 2011 by Birdsong in Community, Hotel
Meet Ek. Thai Native. New Yorker. Hotel Manager. Roger Smith. Engage with Ek on Twitter: @Ekrogersmith
Connect with us:
http://www.rogersmith.com
http://www.rogersmithlife.com
http://www.facebook.com/rogersmithhotel
http://www.twitter.com/rshotel
Girl 2.0 Event
Posted on 22. Sep, 2010 by BrianSimpson in Community, Events
TWITTAMENTARY: GIRL 2.0 NYC FINALE
The sneak preview of Twittamentary will be the closing event for the New York portion of Girl 2.0, a global campaign focused on driving female innovation and technology between China and the U.S.
TWITTAMENTARY: THE FILM
Twitter accelerates serendipity. Bonds are forged as a result of unexpected encounters between strangers as they share moments of their lives real time.
Twitter also attracts controversy. Cynics see the popular micro-blogging service as the breeding ground of ‘narcissists’ and “micro celebrities” who are lured by the promise of instant fame.
Why has this seemingly banal micro-blogging service captured the world’s imagination?
In this documentary, filmmaker Tan Siok Siok (@sioksiok) peels away the hype and explores the human dimensions of how lives connect and intersect, and then are affected and changed as result of encounters on Twitter.
Here is a list of some people that took their time to be a part of the film:
NYC
@jeffpulver/Jeff Keni Pulver/Creator,#140conf
@JeffreyHayzlett/ Jeffrey Hayzlett/
@KathrynJones/KathrynJonesProducer/
@ PAWeissenstein/Peter Weissenstein
@fionabloom/Fiona Bloom/ Entrepreneur
@mizmetro/Miz Metro/Music Artist
@davidavidavid David Blumenstein
@misskatiemo Katie Morse/
@calindrome/ Callie Kimball/ Writer
@bsimi /Brian Simpson/Director, Social Hospitality/Roger Smith Hotel
@anncurry
@ozsultan (shows up in photo montage)
@digiphile
@NYT_JenPreston
@emilyspearl, marketing professional
@holaphil
Chicago
@williger / Darren Williger
@prsarahevans/Sarah Evans/Public Relations Consultant
@ChicagoDiane/Diane Saucier/ Senior Executive, Technology Company
@lizstrauss /Liz Strauss/ Brand Strategist
@cruiter/ Mike Dwyer/Improv Comedian
@InteractiveAmy/ Amy Ravit Korin/Social Media Consultant
@Ramon_DeLeon/Ramon De Leon/ Operating Partner Domino’s Pizza Chicago
@padschicago/Anne Marie/ Homeless
@ReganPTX/Richard Regan/Trader
@ allanschoenberg. Allan Schoenberg/Corp Comm Director/CME Group
@CMEGroup
@ChicagoDiane
LA
@AdventureGirl/Stephanie Michaels/Travel Journalist
@hardlynormal/Mark Horvath/Advocate
@fuzheado/Andrew Lih/Journalism Professor USC
@JeffreyPollack/Jeffrey Pollack/Commissioner, World Series of Poker
@adwal/Adam Wallace/ New Media Manager, The Roger Smith Hotel
@RealAnnieDuke Annie Duke – Professional Poker Player
@soleilmoonfrye — Actress, Writer
@Marielhemingway /Mariel Hemingway/ Actress, Writer
@spinaltap/ Ted Cohen / Managing Partner, TAG Strategic
@Tim Kring (@TimKring) – Creator, Heroes
@marlooz — Filmmaker/Social Media Maven from Holland
Twittamentary is created in the open spirit of the Web. Twitter users are invite to contribute ideas and videos to the film. When the film is completed, it will be released online under a creative commons license.
For more information, visit http://www.twittamentary.com
Purchase tickets to the premiere: Twittamentary Eventbrite
Follow Friday ~ Ladies Kicking Butt Edition
Posted on 10. Sep, 2010 by BrianSimpson in Community
Today I want to feature three ladies that contribute to the world being a better place, inspire others around them and are all-around genuinely kind people.
I have known Brittany for years, shared meals with her family and consider her a dear, close friend.
I met Melissa almost 2 years ago and now work with her.
Jennifer, I had the luck and pleasure of meeting, in the middle of a street fair, on 7th st. in the East Village over an acai smoothie from Xoom!
I could go on-and-on about the way they exist in my life – I encourage you to read the brief bits of information I have included in my post, follow them and see for yourselves why these three women are worth a #FollowFriday!
Brittany Bang: Owner of Audrey’s Boston on Newbury St.
This taken from the home page of Audrey’s Boston website:
“Having a pet is a wonderful addition to our life style but can at times provide challenges as we want to make sure we give them the best possible care while still trying to accomplish all our daily chores. Let Audrey’s help you by delivering to your front door, walking your dog while you are busy, save you time and money with automatic replenishment, or by checking up on your cat or critter while you are away.
We will take the best possible care of your pet because we understand your four legged friend is more than a pet… they are family.”
You can find more information and contact Brittany directly on Twitter or visit her Facebook fan page and leave comments on Yelp.
Melissa Gonzalez: RS Pop Shop Co-Owner +
Inspired by the talent and dreams of emerging designers and artists this former Wall Street Executive and Host of Latin Beat on BET teamed with John Knowles, CEO of Panman Productions, to transform the storefront on Lexington Ave between 47th and 48th Street in New York City into a Social Media Pop Up Shop, known as the RS Pop Shop.
Connect with Mellisa on Twitter, Facebook and visit her blog.
Jennifer London: Chief Smoothie Operator ~ Xoom NYC, Inc
Here is Jennifer’s story as she tells it on the Xoom homepage:
“It all started when my husband Marc and I moved to Tucson in 2001. I had a hard time finding a quality smoothie until the day I drove past a typical strip mall with an atypical sign: xoom juice. I was intrigued. I went in, only to find out it was training week and that Xoom wouldn’t open for another few days. The owner and founder, Ari Shapiro, sensing my disappointment, gave me a free smoothie card and said, “Come back next week.” Well, not only did I go back the next week, I went back every week (ok, multiple times a week) for the next three years . In the meantime, Ari opened two additional Xoom shops in Tucson.
When Marc and I moved to New York, Ari said, “If you ever want to start a Xoom in New York, you let me know.” So, in the spring of 2009, I let him know…Welcome to Xoom NYC, in the East Village.”
Amazing Menu At Xoom
If you can’t find Jennifer at work – try to find her on Twitter or Facebook.
Happy Follow Friday everyone – I hope you enjoy my three suggestions!
Cookies and Chemo
Posted on 13. Aug, 2010 by BrianSimpson in Community
This is the quick story of why Cookies and Chemo has been started. Thank you to those of you that have supported me so far – I look forward, with your help, to making many new friends and being able to make a difference in the lives of others.
~Cookies and Chemo~
I am a thirty year veteran of the hospitality industry. Three months after moving to NYC as a Food and Beverage Manager at The Plaza Hotel, I was diagnosed with thirteen tumors on my spine. They ranged from golf ball to grapefruit sized. My life was changed forever – I believe for the better. I now have a renewed passion for life, friends and the importance of helping others in need.
In a conversation with my girlfriend about volunteering she suggested I start my own ‘thing’. I woke up the next day trying to think of something from my treatment days that made me smile… I wrote the word cookie. Cookies and Chemo followed minutes later and here I am.
As a recent cancer survivor, and the son of a breast cancer survivor, I have a clear understanding and unfortunate memories of how devastating going through Chemotherapy is.
My goal is to bring together survivors, supporters and anyone great that wants to share cookies and conversation. My hope is to eventually bring comfort to those that are going through chemotherapy. I cannot cure cancer, I can give comfort, with money, by purchasing new chairs, iPods, computers, books and other items that make sitting for six hours a day more tolerable. Not just for the patients, also the nurses and staff, for example sending in lunch once a week. Moving forward I would like to raise money for improving chemo-suites and making the best of the worst.
Mission:
Making people smile at a time when they need it most.
Follow Friday People I Want To Meet
Posted on 25. Jun, 2010 by BrianSimpson in Community
Usually my #FollowFriday post is people I am recommending you should all follow because I think they are bad-ass. Each week follows a theme and this week it is people I think you need to follow that I really want to meet. In my position at Roger Smith Hotel I meet a lot of amazing people as they travel to New York city, attend events here or just stop by for a beer on their way home. I would say I am both fortunate and lucky with the amount of real life friends that have developed from in-person meetings. That is why this post is so important to me. I know there are so many more people to meet and connect with, for real.
Here are my current three:
Name Michelle A.K.A. @MissSarcastic
Location New York
Web YouTube Channel
Bio My vlogging Twitter account, where I lay the sarcasm on thick and nothing is professional.
I have followed Michelle for a while and find her to be entertaining, smart and real. Her above bio makes her fun, the bio below makes her interesting. Bio I have a thing for social media and tech, and a bad beta user habit. I’m part of BrewPR and a NYU Adjunct Professor teaching social media. As soon as I started to mention Michelle’s name around some of my friends I realized how many friends we had in common and they all speak very highly of her!
I believe she may even stop by the hotel today… sure would be nice to cross one off the list before the day even ends.
Name Seth Godin
Bio Seth has written twelve books that have been translated into more than thirty languages. Every one has been a bestseller. He writes about the post-industrial revolution, the way ideas spread, marketing, quitting, leadership and most of all, changing everything.
American Way Magazine calls him, “America’s Greatest Marketer,” and his blog is perhaps the most popular in the world written by a single individual. His latest book, LINCHPIN, hit the Amazon top 10 on the first day it was published and became a New York Times bestseller.
As an entrepreneur, he has founded dozens of companies, most of which failed. Yoyodyne, his first internet company, was funded by Flatiron and Softbank and acquired by Yahoo! in 1998. It pioneered the use of ethical direct mail online, something Seth calls Permission Marketing. He was VP of Direct Marketing at Yahoo! for a year.
When I think of Seth Godin my thoughts are this; When people say “think outside the box” I imagine Seth asking “what box.” Innovative thinker, inspiring writer and breaker of conformity. Seth’s views on education, the workplace and challenging the ‘norm’ make him a hero to me and someone I think we should all follow. Meeting Seth would complete the circle of books, blog posts and real person.
Name AJ Bombers A.K.A. @AJBombers
Location Milwaukee, WI
Web http://ajbombers.com
Bio Milwaukee’s best new hamburger joint, smoke free and loads of p-nut bombs. Where everybody knows your name. Well, at least your twitter name.
There is not a lot to say… why would I not want to recommend a place that has “gi-normous’” orders of fries and has replied to every tweet I have ever included them in?
I can’t think of a better use of social media from a restaurant… nothing even comes close. I want to meet everyone that works there – in many ways I feel as though I already have!
These are my #followfriday picks for this week. I already follow them all in one way or another and I believe you should as well… If you have ever met any of these people please let me know what you thought (or warn me, especially about those burger people from Milwaukee)
Happy Friday all ~ Enjoy the weekend!
