TUESDAY 9 DECEMBER 2008 8:00–9:30AM
BREAKFAST CLUB NO. 3: GETTING NEW BUSINESS
A sure-to-be-spirited conversation led by Melissa Hoffman, an expert in business development. As Managing Director for L. Mazur & Co.‚ Melissa provides brand strategy, business development, and account management for the firm’s retail, hospitality, and beauty brands.
In 2001, as Managing Director of Fitch Worldwide, Melissa oversaw business development for clients ranging from Nokia, Best Buy, and Saks, among many others. From 1994 to 2000 she served as a Principal with Desgrippes Gobe, one of the top ten international marketing agencies, directing global business development and strategic marketing for beauty, fashion and retail brands including Victoria's Secret, Abercrombie & Fitch, Reebok, Godiva, Coca Cola, and many others.
In 2000, Melissa wrote and starred in her own one-woman show, “Bossy Girl Monologues” as part of the American Living Room series at Lincoln Center. Her book of short stories is being published in December, 2008.
BREAKFAST CLUB:
AIGA/NY’s casual morning get-together for the sharing of knowledge and the drinking of coffee.*
*(or tea)
Starting with Breakfast Club NO.1 in October, we will meet on the second Tuesday of every month for coffee, a nibble, and spirited conversation. Each Breakfast Club will have a topic of focus that will be introduced by a discussion leader. Our conversations will cover the range of creative, financial, and pragmatic challenges that designers too often face alone—challenges that can often be overcome with open, casual dialogue. Muffins and croissants and amazing Mud coffee will be provided.
Breakfast Club is open to AIGA members only and is a free event.
TIME AND PLACE
Tuesday 9 December 2008
8:00–9:30AM
Mud Café (come to the private area in the back)
307 East 9th Street
between First and Second Avenues
New York NY, 10003
8:00-8:30AM Congregating
8:30-9:30AM Conversation
This is a free event but you must rsvp in advance if you plan to attend.
