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Fan Bingbing
|Fan Bingbing
Fan at the 2013 Cannes Film Festival
|Background information
|Chinese name
|Fàn Bīngbīng (Mandarin)
|Faan6 Bing1-bing1 (Cantonese)
|Han Chinese
|Qingdao, Shandong, China
16 September 1981
Qingdao, Shandong, China
|Other name(s)
|Fan Ye (范爷; "Lord Fan")[1]
|Actress, singer, producer
|Years active
|Li Chen
|Fan Tao (father)
Zhang Chuanmei (mother)
|Qingdao, Shandong, China
Fan Bingbing (born 16 September 1981)[2] is a Chinese actress, television producer and pop singer.
Fan rose to fame in East Asia in 1998–1999 with the mega-hit TV series My Fair Princess. In 2003, she starred in Cell Phone, which became the highest-grossing Chinese film of the year, and received critical acclaim at the Hundred Flowers Award. Since then, she has starred in many films, most notably The Matrimony (2007), Lost in Beijing (2007), Buddha Mountain (2011) and Double Xposure (2012), where she received awards from prestigious award ceremonies such as the Golden Horse Film Festival and Awards, Eurasia International Film Festival, Tokyo International Film Festival, Beijing College Student Film Festival and Huading Awards. Fan has also participated in many foreign-language films, such as the French film Stretch (2011), the Korean film My Way (2011) and the Hollywood blockbuster X-Men: Days of Future Past (2014).
Fan topped the Forbes China Celebrity 100 list in 2013,[3] 2014 and 2015,[4] after ranking in the top 10 every year since 2006. She is one of the highest-paid actresses in the world and has also been called a fashion icon due to frequent appearances on the red carpet, movie premieres, and fashion shows.[5][6][7][8]
Fan was born in Qingdao but was raised in Yantai. She graduated from Shanghai Xie Jin Film and Television Art College[9] and Shanghai Theatre Academy.
Fan debuted in the television series Powerful Woman and played minor roles for two years, before she rose to stardom in 1999 for her supporting role as Jin Suo in the first two seasons of the Chinese television series My Fair Princess, which were adapted from Taiwanese writer Chiung Yao's story. She was recommended by Taiwanese actress Leanne Liu to join the cast of My Fair Princess.[10] The comedic period drama enjoyed widespread success and swept the TV ratings in Taiwan, mainland China, Hong Kong, and Southeast Asian countries such as Singapore and Vietnam; Fan became a household name in Asia for her work in the series.
After that, Fan signed an eight-year contract with Chiung Yao's company, which produced My Fair Princess. However, as the company had yet to establish any branches in mainland China, many mainland Chinese television advertising firms had to make calls to Taiwan for negotiations, resulting in a waste of time and effort. When Fan and her mother wanted to end the contract, Chiung Yao's company asked for ¥1 million in compensation, but eventually the court ordered Fan to pay ¥200,000 because the contract was illegal due to her age.[10]
In 2000, Fan joined a company owned by Wang Jinghua, a well-known artists manager in Mainland China. At the end of 2000, Wang became the general manager of Huayi Brothers, so Fan followed Wang and signed a six-year contract with Huayi. During her time with Huayi, Fan starred in many television series, such as Young Justice Bao II (2001), Red Poppies (2002), adapted from the Mao Dun Literature Prize novel, and The Proud Twins (2005), adapted from Gu Long's novel Juedai Shuangjiao. From 1999 to 2002, Fan acted in a total of 17 TV series.
Fan also acted in many films. In 2003, she starred in Feng Xiaogang's Cell Phone, which earned her a Best Actress Award at the 27th Hundred Flowers Awards,[11] a Best Supporting Actress nomination from the 24th Golden Rooster Awards[12] and an Outstanding New Actress nomination at the 10th Huabiao Awards.[13] She also appeared in The Lion Roars (2002), The Twins Effect II (2004), A Chinese Tall Story (2005), and A Battle of Wits (2006). She received a Golden Bauhinia Awards nomination for her role in A Battle of Wits.[14]
Fan released her first album, Just Begun, in 2005. She worked with many renowned music producers and composers in order to incorporate a wide variety of genres into the album. In 2006, Forbes China gave its most prized award, the Star of the Year, to Fan for her popularity, high press coverage, and website hits throughout that year.[15]
Regarding her six-year cooperation with Huayi Brothers, Fan said,
"Huayi gave me a lot of opportunities. It has a very good team and the spirit of cooperation. I also tried my best. The six years really are a non-stop time. In the company, everyone calls me Astro Boy. I did the most works, and I am the person who able to endure the most hardship. I am 25 years old now, from 25 years old to 30 years old, I think that whatever life will experience or career will confront, the period is a very important juncture, or a crossroad for me, and I do not want to be too hasty to make any decisions."[16]
Fan left Huayi Brothers in February 2007 and then started her own studio, Fan Bingbing Studio. She starred in eight films in 2007, winning the Best Supporting Actress Award at the 44th Golden Horse Film Awards for her role in The Matrimony.[17] She also won the Best Actress Award at the 4th Eurasia International Film Festival for her role in the film Lost in Beijing.[18]
In 2008, Fan started an arts school in Huairou, Beijing, and served as its principal, but the school was actually run by her parents. She also became the leader of the acting team of West Movie Group's arts centre. That year, her studio made its first television production, Rouge Snow (2008), adapted from the novel of the same name. Fan played the starring role in the production, portraying a poor girl who fights for freedom against fate after being sold to a wealthy and influential clan.
In 2009, her studio produced The Last Night of Madam Chin, a story about a beautiful dancer's legendary life, adapted from the novel of the same name by Bai Xianyong. That year, Fan starred in Shinjuku Incident and Sophie's Revenge. She also appeared in Bodyguards and Assassins, which earned her a Best Supporting Actress nomination at the Hong Kong Film Awards.[19]
In 2010, Fan starred in Chen Kaige's film Sacrifice. On October 24, Buddha Mountain starring Fan premiered at the 23rd Tokyo International Film Festival,[20] which earned her the Best Actress Award.[21] In April 2010, Fan was ranked first on the "50 Most Beautiful People in China" list by the newspaper Beijing News.[22][23]
In 2011, Fan starred in the martial arts film Shaolin alongside Andy Lau and Jackie Chan and The Founding of a Party, which was released to mark the 90th anniversary of the Communist Party of China. The same year, she participated in French film Stretch with Nicolas Cazalé and David Carradine, as well as South Korean production My Way. In May, she appeared at the 64th Cannes Film Festival to promote My Way together with director Kang Je-gyu and actors Jang Dong-gun and Joe Odagiri. In October, she became a member of the International Competition Jury of 24th Tokyo International Film Festival.[24]
For the first half of 2012, Fan attended many fashion shows in Paris.[25][26][27][28] On 16 May, she attended the opening ceremony of the 65th Cannes Film Festival as the only East Asian global spokesperson on behalf of L'Oreal Paris.[29] On May 21, Forbes ranked Fan third on the 2012 Forbes China Celebrity 100 List based on her success in that year.[30]
On July 17, she appeared at the first press conference to promote the film Double Xposure, which was released in China on September 29.[31] She also attended The Voice of China final concert to promote the film.[32] In this film, she portrays a girl who, after suffering trauma during childhood, experiences visual hallucinations after witnessing her father kill her mother. Most film critics gave overwhelmingly high praise to Fan's performance,[33][34][35] and she won the Huading Awards for Best Actress.[36] The film was a huge financial success, with a domestic gross of more than ¥100 million,[37] which broke the box office record for a domestic art film in China. On December 12, Fan appeared in Lost in Thailand, in which she did an unpaid cameo so as to "help" her first-time filmmaker friend, Xu Zheng. The film broke the box office record for Chinese films in China to become one of the highest-grossing Chinese films of all time.[38]
In 2013, Fan appeared as Dr. Wu's assistant, Wu Jiaqi, in the mainland Chinese version of Iron Man 3, which was released on May 1.[39][40] Commenting on her role, Fan said, "People familiar with me know that I am willing to help friends. That was the Iron Man 3 production company asked me whether I had time to shoot a half-day for help, so I went. [....] Helping friends makes me feel at ease."[41] The same year, she starred alongside Aarif Rahman in the romantic comedy One Night Surprise, which aired on Chinese Valentine's Day. The low-budget film unexpectedly became a commercial success and received positive reviews.
Fan topped the 2013 Forbes China Celebrity 100 List.[42][43] She became the first Asian celebrity ambassador for the Champagne House Moët & Chandon.,[44] and also the brand ambassador for Chopard.[45][46] On May 18, Fan was honoured as the International Artist of the Year in Cannes by The Hollywood Reporter.[47] On December 9, the Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba Group's B2C business Taobao announced that Fan topped the list of the most valuable celebrities for boosting online business and said that Fan influenced approximately US$74 million in sales on its ecommerce website.[48] On December 22, Fan received the Best Actress Award and the Hottest Figure Award at the Baidu Hot Ceremony.[49]
In 2014, Fan portrayed the mutant Blink (Clarice Ferguson) in the American superhero film X-Men: Days of Future Past. She also announced that she has a four-film contract with 20th Century Fox.[50] The film was released globally and resulted in increased international fame and recognition for Fan. On May 31, Barbie announced the launch of the Fan Bingbing Celebrity Specialty doll in Shanghai.[51][52] Fan became the first actress from China to be invited to join the Barbie global celebrity Hall of Fame.[53] Louis Vuitton also chose Fan as the first Asian actress to be provided with a specially tailored dress for their red carpet.[54] On July 31, the 3D wuxia fantasy film The White Haired Witch of Lunar Kingdom was released and starred Fan as the title character.
Fan then returned to television after a 6-year hiatus in The Empress of China, the third television production by Fan Bingbing Studio. Boasting a total budget of over ¥300 million (roughly US$49.53 million), it is believed to be the among most expensive TV series in Chinese history.[55] In the series, Fan portrays the titular character Wu Zetian, the only female emperor in Chinese history. The 82-episode TV series was broadcast on Hunan Television from December 21, 2014 to February 5, 2015 and garnered a total of 12 billion views online.
In 2015, Fan joined the CCTV variety show as a judge in Amazing Chinese and as a contestant in the reality television show Challenger Alliance. She also starred in Ever Since We Love and Lady of the Dynasty, in which she plays Yang Guifei. She was ranked 4th on Forbes' World's Highest-Paid Actresses list for 2015.[56]
In 2016, Fan starred in Skiptrace alongside Jackie Chan and American actor Johnny Knoxville, which was a commercial success,[57] as well as League of Gods with Jet Li. She then starred in Guo Jingming's L.O.R.D: Legend of Ravaging Dynasties as the main character. The film, which was released on September 30, is China's first computer-animated motion film. On September 24, Fan won the Silver Shell for Best Actress at the 64th San Sebastián International Film Festival for her performance in I Am Not Madame Bovary directed by Feng Xiaogang.[58]
Personal life[edit]
Fan is in a relationship with fellow actor Li Chen. The couple confirmed their relationship via Weibo in May 2015,[59]
"Looking back at how more and more children have been helped, it feels a bit like writing a diary – one page a day does not feel like much but after some time you hold it and, wow, you realise that it is already very thick. I think this is the feeling of achievement."
Heart Ali, a project started by Fan and Chen Lizhi (the general manager of Beijing Maxtimes Culture Development Co.Ltd), is aimed at helping children suffering from congenital heart disease in Ngari Prefecture in Tibet.[61] Fan has visited them several times so far with medical teams to identify children in need of treatment.[62] After identification, the children and their parents are brought in groups to Beijing or Shanghai for surgery.
The first screening was held on 8 August 2010, when Fan and several others from Beijing went to Ngari to screen children with congenital heart disease. They diagnosed 267 children with congenital heart disease.[63][64] The second screening was In June 2011. A volunteer group, convened by Fan Bingbing Studio and Chen Lizhi, including members from Fan's studio, two doctors from Tsinghua University First Affiliated Hospital Heart Diseases Center and nine other volunteers, carrying portable echocardiography equipment, went to Ngari to diagnose children with congenital heart disease. This time, the group screened 336 children and diagnosed 78 cases of congenital heart disease.[65][66][67][68] The third screening was on 5 April 2012. Fan Bingbing Studio members, Chen Lizhi, two doctors from Tsinghua University First Affiliated Hospital, two doctors of the Shanghai Yodak Cardio-thoracic Hospital and some other volunteers, went to Ngari to screen the children with congenital heart disease. In 12 days, volunteers screened almost 10,000 children and diagnosed more than 160 cases of congenital heart disease.[69] Since August 2010, more than 200 children with congenital heart disease have received medical treatment in Beijing and Shanghai.[70]
On 13 May 2010, Fan wore a "Dragon Robe" on the red carpet of the 63rd Cannes Film Festival.[71] The dress, co-designed by Chinese designer Laurence Hsu and Fan herself, features two leaping dragons and crashing waves on the hem, in the bright yellow colour that was exclusively used by emperors in ancient China. The dress was collected by the Victoria & Albert Museum in London on 12 March 2012.[72] Laurence Hsu announced that the dress shown at the museum is a modified version of the original, which was bought by Madame Tussauds.[73]
On 11 May 2011, Fan, wearing a crane dress, appeared on the red carpet at the opening ceremony of the 64th Cannes Film Festival.[74] The dress was auctioned off by Fan herself for about a million RMB for her charity project, Heart Ali, on 27 April 2012.[75]
On the red carpet of the opening ceremony of the 65th Cannes Film Festival, Fan wore an elegant pale strapless gown designed by her friend Christopher Bu, decorated with bright floral designs and stories about the Four Beauties of ancient China.[76] Inspired by a porcelain vase, the ancient vibe of her dress was complemented by her hairstyle, which made her look like a young maiden in the Tang dynasty.
Due to these appearances in Cannes, Fan has attracted notable media attention. In recent years, Fan received various invitations from fashion brands such as Valentino Garavani, Giorgio Armani, Salvatore Ferragamo Italia S.p.A., Atelier Versace, Christian Dior and Louis Vuitton, to attend fashion shows in Paris, Beijing and Shanghai. On 3 July 2012, she closed the Stéphane Rolland Couture show in Paris,[77][78] and was featured in the fashion show's finale.[79] On 31 July, she was ranked number nine on Vanity Fair's International Best Dressed list 2012.[80][81][82] On 19 September, she was honoured with the Personal Style Award by Elle (USA Edition).[83] On 2 December, she became the new ambassador of Louis Vuitton "Epi Alma" series of handbags.[84][85] On 5 December, she was awarded "The Most Beautiful Woman of the Year" by the magazine Esquire (China Edition).[86] On 24 December, she was selected by the website Red Carpet Fashion Awards as the Best Dressed International Star 2012.[87]
Fan joined in the opening ceremony of 2013 Cannes Film Festival premiere, wearing a custom Louis Vuitton gown, and that was the first time the French fashion house had created a gown especially for an Asian actress.[88] In December, Fan posed for Louis Vuitton Spring/Summer 2014 ad campaign.[89]
Fan was ranked on Vanity Fair's International Best Dressed list 2015[90] and 2016.[91]
|Chinese Title
|Fall in Love at First Sight
|Jiu Jiu
|The Lion Roars
|Princess Ping'an
|Dragon Laws I: The Undercover
|Yu Feng
|Cell Phone
|Wu Yue
|The Twins Effect II
|Red Vulture
|A Chinese Tall Story
|Princess Xiaoshan
|A Battle of Wits
|The Matrimony
|Xu Manli
|Call for Love
|Chen Xiaoyu
|Sweet Revenge
|Cheung Yung
|Lost in Beijing
|Liu Pingguo
|Flash Point
|Contract Lover
|Liu Zao
|Crossed Lines
|Ning Can/Xin Ran
|Kung Fu Hip-Hop
|Home Run
|Tian Cong
|Desires of the Heart
|Zhang Ying
|Shinjuku Incident
|Sophie's Revenge
|Joanna Wang Jingjing
|Bodyguards and Assassins
|Future X-Cops
|Meili / Milie
|East Wind Rain
|Chongqing Blues
|Zhu Qing
|Princess Zhuang
|Yan Xi
|Buddha Mountain
|Nan Feng
|The Founding of a Party
|Empress Dowager Longyu
|My Way
|Double Xposure
|Song Qi
|Lost in Thailand
|Iron Man 3
|Wu Jiaqi
|One Night Surprise
|X-Men: Days of Future Past
|simplified Chinese: X战警:逆转未来; traditional Chinese: X戰警:未來昔日
|Clarice Ferguson / Blink
|The White Haired Witch of Lunar Kingdom
|Lian Nishang
|Ever Since We Love
|Liu Qing
|Lady of the Dynasty
|Yang Guifei
|The Peanuts Movie
|Sally Brown
|League of Gods
|I Am Not Madame Bovary
|Li Xuelian
|L.O.R.D: Legend of Ravaging Dynasties
|Gui Shan Lian Quan
|The King's Daughter
|The Lady in the Portrait
|Empress Ulanara
|The Bombing
|Ye Peixuan
|White Sparrow
|Chinese Title
|Powerful Woman
|Zhao Bin's fiance
|The Scary Folktales - Black Moth
|Master Ma
|Bai Xiaodie; Ma Suzhen
|My Fair Princess
|Jin Suo
|The Act of the Youngs
|Huang Xiaoduo
|Master of Zen
|My Fair Princess II
|Jin Suo
|Legend of Dagger Li
|The Book of Love
|Song Yinzhang
|Storm in Zhongguan Village
|Su Xue'er
|Alternative Chinese title Heihun (黑魂)
|The Story of the Past
|Lin Siyuan
|Alternative Chinese title Hongchen Wangshi (红尘往事)
|Floating in Chaos
|Fenghuang Nü; Run Ge'er; Run Tianhong
|The Kitchen God
|Princess Hongyan
|Young Justice Bao II
|Little Dragonfly
|Homeward Bound
|Ma Jiahui
|Alternative Chinese title Geiwo Yige Ma (给我一个妈)
|The Great Qing Empire
|Lü Siniang
|Guest star
Alternative Chinese title Da Qing Diguo (大清帝国)
|Sweetheart of the Palace
|Shangguan Xueru
|Guest star
|Flying Dragon - the Special Unit
|Yu Feng
|Famous Catcher in Kanto
|Princess Ning'an
|The Legend of the Treasure Basin
|Zhao Xue'er
|Guest star
|Heroic Legend
|Lucky Zhu Bajie
|Hued Rat
|Red Poppies
|Princess Enuo
|Princess Enuo
|No. 4 Female Prison
|Chen Yu
|Alternative Chinese title Di San Ke Zidan (第三颗子弹)
|Soaring Ambition Justice Bao
|Yelü Aoxue
|Alternative Chinese title Jianlin Tianxia (剑临天下)
|Mu Guiying
|Wang Lijun
|Guest star
|The Proud Twins
|Tie Xinlan
|Eight Heroes
|Chu Xiangxiang
|Guest star
|Fan Yunlian
|A Beautiful New World
|Cheng Lin
|Luo Xiao
|Alternative Chinese title Tufa Shijian (突发事件)
|Qin Shi Huang
|Princess A'ruo
|Da Tang Fu Rong Yuan
|Yang Guifei
|The Legend and the Hero
|War and Destiny
|Jin Nuannuan
|Guest star
|Rouge Snow
|Wen Yuhe
|Also creator and theme song singer
|An Angel Will Love You for Me
|Fan Wenxing
|Guest star
|Human Love
|Gan Lu
|Guest star
|The Last Night of Madam Chin
|Jin Zhaoli
|Also producer and theme song singer
|The Empress of China
|Wu Zetian
|Also producer
|Win the World
|Ba Qing
Just Begun[edit]
Just Begun is Fan's debut studio album. It was released on 21 November 2005 by Warner Music Beijing Co.,Ltd.
|Just Begun tracks
|"飞鸟" (Flying Bird)
|Wang Zheng (王铮)
|Cang Yanbin (仓雁彬)
|"刚刚开始" (Just Begun)
|Wen Ya (文雅)
|Lee Wei song (李伟菘)
|"海的女儿" (Daughter of the Sea)
|Wen Ya (文雅)
|Lee Wei song (李伟菘)
|"妈妈谈恋爱" (Mother in Love)
|Wen Ya (文雅)
|"海边" (Seaside)
|Wen Ya (文雅)
|"It's Raining Day"
|"给我不同" (Give Me the Difference)
|"夕阳" (Sunset)
|"花之魅" (Charm of Flowers)
|Vincent Fang (方文山)
|Chen Zhongyi (陈忠义)
|"坐在巷子口的那对男女" (That Couple Sitting in the Alley)
|Zi Ranjuan (自然卷)
|Zi Ranjuan (自然卷)
|"遥远的爱恋" (Distant Love)
|Total length:
|Floating in Chaos
|Ending theme song of Floating in Chaos
|Happiness for Thousand Years
|Ending theme song of Yinshu
|Long Summer
|Flowers Blossom, At Ease
|Ending theme song of Soaring Ambition Justice Bao
|Beyond Love
|Theme song of Crossed Lines
|Chasing Love
|Insert song of Crossed Lines
|Opening theme song of Rouge Snow (China version)
|Rouge Snow
|Opening theme song of Rouge Snow (Overseas version)
|Dare to Fly
|Theme song of Kung Fu Hip-Hop
|Love Ends, People Part Ways
|Opening theme song of The Last Night of Madam Chin
|I Thought
|Ending theme song of The Last Night of Madam Chin
|Theme song of Buddha Mountain, lyrics by Han Han, music by Mavis Fan
|One Night Surprise
|Theme song of One Night Surprise, lyrics by Fan herself, music by Aarif Rahman
Awards and nominations[edit]
|Nominated work
|Huabiao Awards
|Cell Phone
|Best New Actress
|Golden Rooster Awards
|Best Supporting Actress
|Hundred Flowers Awards
|Best Actress
|Golden Bauhinia Awards
|A Battle of Wits
|Best New Actress
|44th Golden Horse Film Awards
|The Matrimony
|Best Supporting Actress
|Eurasia International Film Festival
|Lost in Beijing
|Best Actress
|Tokyo International Film Festival
|Buddha Mountain
|Huading Awards
|Double Xposure
|San Sebastián International Film Festival
|I Am Not Madame Bovary
|12th Tencent QQ Star Awards
|Most Popular Movie Actress
|11th Asian Film Awards
|Best Actress
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Nick's Fishmarket is a culinary landmark famous for serving the freshest seafood, premium dry-aged steaks and finest award winning wines for over 30 years. Our location in Deerfield stands for being one of the best destinations for a fine dining
Morton's, the Steakhouse has been synonymous with The Best Steak anywhere for over 30 years. While USDA prime-aged beef is Morton's claim to fame, there's more to savor: succulent seafood...fine wine...classic cocktails...decadent desserts...the best of everything.
Morkes Chocolates provides high quality and diverse tastes at affordable prices. With a history of candy making going all the way back to 1920, we at Morkes Chocolates continue to make our chocolate confections from scratch, with all natural chocolate, pure butter, fresh roasted nuts, and a lot of fun.
Original 50's style drive-in restaurant with car hops serving frosted mugs of Homemade root beer, root beer floats, Coney Dogs & Texasburgers on a tray at your car or enjoy our picnic area. The menu also contains delicious shakes and malts made to order. We feature summer Classic Car Cruise-Ins every Saturday. Check our web site for information and calendar of events.
Original 50's style drive-in restaurant with car hops serving frosted mugs of Homemade Root Beer, Root Beer Floats, Coney Dogs & Texasburgers on a tray at your car or enjoy our picnic area. We feature summer Classic Car Cruise-Ins every Saturday. Check ou
Milk Pail Restaurant & Entertainment Complex
Experience fresh, made-from-scratch cuisine and our warm country hospitality. Sunday Jazz Brunch, French Country Market with over 100 unique shops, weddings, mini-golf, Murder Mysteries, picnics and Bingo.
With five elegant banquet rooms that serve the needs of groups from thirty to six hundred guests including a championship eighteen hole golf course, driving range, all suites hotel with a pool/ fitness center, and a state-of-the-art nightclub, Midlane is uniquely outfitted to suit any of your banquet needs. Don't gamble on the outcome of your special event - come to the golf, banquet and wedding experts.
Mickey Finn's Brewery is a landmark casual social gathering place famous for handcrafted beer. Since opening in 1993 as Lake County's first brewpub, Mickey Finn's has won a trophy case full of national and international awards for their beer. The menu offers a variety of items including burgers, pizza, fish n' chips, and buffalo wings. Also enjoy seasonal outdoor dining, a huge banquet facility, carry-out food and beer, live entertainment on weekends and a diverse clientele.
Iconic Michael's opened in 1977 as a hot dog stand in downtown Highland Park. At the infamous counter the food is made-to-order before the customer's eyes. Order the fare that made Michael's famous such as Chicago-style hot dogs, hamburgers, teriyaki chicken sandwiches, Italian beef, Polish sausage and cheddar fries. Alternatively, opt for healthier selections such as wraps, bison burgers, pockets, baked potatoes, veggie or turkey burgers, signature greens or create-your-own salad from our 60+ salad ingredient choices. Talk with our professional Events by Michael's staff about a corporate event, milestone celebration, reunion or fundraiser. Catering at the restaurant or your place. Let us bring our popular Char Bar to your backyard BBQ or if you desire a more upscale menu, we have you covered. In early 2016 Michael's will undergo a full renovation including private event space with sophisticated AV, a fully-equipped bar and a built-in DJ booth.
CITY:Highland Park
Serving fresh-never frozen beef, fresh cut-fries and hand-dipped shakes in an inviting and family-friendly atmosphere. Bring your appetite and enjoy the many options of their delicious hamburgers. Burger Bars available for your off-site parties, too!
Welcome to Meadowmoor Orchard, located at "the farm" in Woodstock, Illinois. We are a blossoming orchard specializing in homegrown apple varieties, including Honeycrisp, Fuji, Topaz, Crimson Crisp, Enterprise and SnowSweet and Sweet Sixteen. We also dabble in cherries, peaches, pears and pumpkins.
McKenna's - Holiday Inn Rolling Meadows
Casual dining restaurant and bar, featuring Wednesday night prime rib buffet. In the Rolling Meadows Holiday Inn.
CITY:Rolling Meadows
The McHenry Riverwalk connects the city's shopping, dining and entertainment districts with the Fox River.
A traditional Irish Pub setting with a warm, fun and inviting atmosphere. We have twenty beers on tap and have been repeatedly told by customers that our Guinness pint is nothing short of outstanding. The menu has a nice variety of options and features delicious Irish fare, fish and chips, shepherd's pie and boxtys are some of our top sellers, plus we easily have the best burger in the region!
Max & Benny's Restaurant Deli and Bakery
Max and Benny's is an iconic north suburban deli-restaurant recently described by Chicago Magazine as the "best Jewish deli in the Chicagoland area." Specialties include corned beef, pastrami and Rueben sandwiches.
This cozy and contemporary offspring of the legendary Father and Son Restaurant group is family owned and operated, preparing all of its specialties from scratch using fresh ingredients. The thin-crust pizza, a house favorite, can be tossed using whole wheat, seven-grain crusts or prepared with Abbe's Gluten Free. Don't overlook the BBQ ribs, broasted chicken, healthy, salads and sandwiches.
Very spacious, elevators, crystal chandeliers, live entertainment on weekends.
A celebration of Mexico's heritage, Mago Grill & Cantina's original Mexican and Latin menu is comprised of authentic favorites of freshly smashed tableside guacamole, seafood ceviches, savory salsas, fresh salads, and main dishes of steak, chicken, pork and seafood including the chef's own Grandma Paula's family recipes.
CITY:Arlington Heights
Food and drinks.
Welcome to Lynfred Winery Wheeling, a satellite location for Illinois' oldest and largest, continually-operating winery. Since 1979, Lynfred Winery has been offering guests with great wine, food and lodging. We offer wine tastings, flights, and bottles every day of the week. We have received numerous awards for our wine, and we have countless events that go on throughout the year at the winery. We also have a variety of gift and gourmet food items.
Lovells of Lake Forest is a fine dining restaurant located in a beautiful French-styled mansion along Chicago's North Shore. A majority of our menu items are deeply rooted in the American culinary tradition. Private dining for events is also available.
CITY:Lake Forest
Long Grove Confectionery Nut and Candy Factory Store
The former Nut & Candy House is now the Long Grove Confectionery's Factory Store. Along with the store's original kinds of fresh roasted and raw nuts, chocolates, chocolate covered nuts, yogurt covered items, snack mixes and assorted candies, the store will also feature Long Grove Confectionery's famous hand-made chocolates. Bulk, bagged or gift packed items also available.
Your sweet tooth is sure to be on alert at Long Grove Confectionary Co. Watch homemade fudge getting made as thick layers of sweet goodness fold into large vats. Inhale the sugary goodness of the famed cocoa concoctions as soon as you walk inside. At Long Grove, the old fashioned confectionary is alive and well, and smelling oh so good.
CITY:Buffalo Grove
The Long Grove Café sits beside a beautiful wooded Mill pond and water fountain that splashes to give a family of ducks a nice place to live and the guests get a pleasant and serene view. Alfresco and indoor dining is available as well as a private dining room and plenty of parking. Great food, great ambience, great view & affordable prices. There is a lunch and dinner menu that includes steaks, seafood, kabobs, pasta, burgers, salads, sandwiches and breakfast on weekends. Full bar with an extensive wine list & fine wine shop at retail prices. Special Greek menu on Thursday nights.
CITY:Long Grove
Waterfront restaurant and sports bar with a view of Bangs Lake from each and every seat! Enjoy American Fare with a Caribbean Flare in our brand new restaurant or either of our outdoor decks. Entertainment every Saturday and Sunday. Private marina with over 100 slips available for seasonal rental. Outdoor venues available for wedding ceremonies, beach parties and company picnics.
At Light the Lamp Brewery, we're always inspired by great beer. Our tap room is inspired by our passion; hockey. All of our beers undergo a rigorous process from start to finish to ensure that every sud gratifies your taste buds.
Recognizing downtown Crystal Lake's need for a gourmet food shop, Le Petit Marché opened in March of 2005, offering not only baked goods but the first and finest selection of wines in the historic downtown area. Le Petit Marché quickly became a favorite gathering place for patrons of the arts (heading to the Raue Center for a performance) and fine food alike. It has continued to evolve and thrive with the passing years, introducing catering services, open microphone performances, specialty wine tastings and more than forty specialty cheeses from around the world.
CITY:Crystal Lake
LaMirage is a Russian restaurant and banquet facility located in Rolling Meadows. Offering a wide variety of appetizers, entrees, desserts, and drinks its the perfect location for any occasion!
CITY:Rolling Meadows
Lake Bluff Brewing Company is a small craft brewery devoted to upholding the lofty standards of quality craft beer being produced by so many fine Chicagoland microbreweries. Striving to create the finest beer available while minding the rich traditions of the brewing craft. Limited menu includes sandwiches, appetizers and pizza. Craft beers on tap that changes from time to time.
CITY:Lake Bluff
Hola! La Tasca means "local gathering place" in Spanish, and it translates perfectly at our lively Arlington Heights location. Whether the need be a private party, drinking homemade sangria at the bar, or hearing some of the hottest live Latin music around, La Tasca is sure to please.
CITY:Arlington Heights
La Quiringua in Rolling Meadows is an authentic Mexican restaurant and bar. Open late and offering Karaoke Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights from 10pm-2am sets it apart from the competition!
CITY:Rolling Meadows
Serving classic American dishes, like savory steaks and seafood specialties, for dinner Wednesday-Sunday. Indulge in the sumptuous Sunday Champagne Brunch. Located in the 4-Diamond rated Lincolnshire Marriott Resort.
Johnnie's Beef has been a staple restaurant in the beef business for many, many years! Serving Italian beef and fresh cut fries has been their specialty from the start!
CITY:Arlington Heights
Jimmy D's District is a local bar and restaurant in Arlington Heights. With a menu featuring everything from burgers to pizza to salad, and an extensive drink menu. It's a great place for any gathering!
CITY:Arlington Heights
Javier's Sabor Mexican is an everyday celebration of fresh food, margaritas, and a large selection of fine tequila. This Mexican restaurant has been around since 1967. Consistency, quality, and generous portions are what keeps everyone coming back. Javier's Sabor Mexicano features four separate dining rooms and a full service bar for your dining pleasure as well as private parties and special events.
CITY:Arlington Heights
Javier's Sabor Mexicano is an everyday celebration of fresh food, margaritas and a large selection of fine tequila. This Mexican restaurant has been around since 1967. Consistency, Quality, and Generous portions are what keeps everyone coming back. Javier's Sabor Mexicano features four separate dining rooms and a full service bar for your dining pleasure as well as private parties and special events.
CITY:Arlington Heights
At Jameson's we bring you the same wonderful experiences we grew up on: from our warm Greek hospitality; to the authentic aromas in our open kitchen; to our flavorful, handmade recipes passed down for more than 3 generations.
CITY:Arlington Heights
Jaci's Cookies is a gourmet cookie company based in Woodstock, IL. Open since Halloween of 2008, Jaci's Cookies offers delicious versions of classic cookie favorites. Jaci's also offers a variety of cookies catering to those with dietary restrictions, such vegan and gluten-free.
Upscale contemporary American restaurant known for its wood-fired cuisine. The menu features a wide selection of American classics, including steaks, prime rib of beef, fresh seafood, as well as salads, sandwiches and desserts.
Tea room, restaurant, loose tea retail sales, Sunday brunch and afternoon tea service. A wonderful place to relax and receive the royal treatment!
House of Music and Entertainment
H.O.M.E. aka House of Music & Entertainment is the hot destination for the best in live music and sports.The premium sports bar features built-in table taps, 80 plasma TV's, and a full menu featuring classic American bar food with some twists.H.O.M.E. offers NFL Sunday Ticket, ESPN Gameplan, and MLB Extra Innings so you can watch your favorite teams all of the time. Our H.O.M.E. Theater will offer 1000 of our guests the ultimate experience in live music and entertainment.
CITY:Arlington Heights
Offering homemade pizza and other great menu items in a casual atmosphere, Hoops is a great place to stop in Hebron.
Cafe, catering and the world's best ham store.
Nestled in historic homes and buildings that date back to the community's roots in the 1800's, Long Grove's shops specialize in unique gifts, boutiques, antiques, clothing, exceptional art and home décor, and distinctive menus. Visitors can stroll the cobblestone walks that wind through the historic downtown and enjoy seasonal lush gardens and scenic views. And they can make it a quick trip or a day's outing, shopping and indulging their tastes with a variety of food and bakery products, cafés, and fine eating establishments. Fun festivals throughout the year including the famous Chocolate Fest, Summer Fest, Craft Beer Days, Apple Fest and a month of Holiday Festivities to name a few.
CITY:Long Grove
Highland Park Country Club is an immaculately maintained 18-hole public golf course offering an unforgettable challenge for players of all skill levels. Located just 25 minutes north of Chicago, Highland Park's scenic beauty and world-class amenities make it the perfect locale for golf outings, weddings, banquets and fundraising events.
CITY:Highland Park
With the most comfortable bar stools in McHenry County, Hart's Saloon is Hebron's premier biker bar. With ice cold beer, premium cocktails, and wood-fired pizza, it's the perfect place to take a break and relax on a ride. Stop in for lunch - the pizza is made completely from scratch in the 600 degree brick oven.
Harry's of Arlington is a local's favorite bar and restaurant. Located in downtown Arlington Heights it is where fun is had by all! Come on by with family and friends for dinner and one of our many drink options.
CITY:Arlington Heights
Beautiful restaurant and lounge on Bluff Lake. Live music, outdoor bar, access from the Chain O'Lakes by boat. One of the best sunset viewings on the Chain - not to be missed! This makes it an ideal location for romantic getaways. Club can hold special occasions or host a large or small party. During he summer, enjoy the outdoor patio also referred to as the "tiki bar." Menu includes sandwiches, ribs, steak, pasta, seafood, burgers, wraps and much more.
The feel is casual, comfortable yet energetic and an inviting, exciting and sophisticated atmosphere. The menu features artesian hand tossed Pizza made in a wood fired oven with a very thin crust and exceptional flavor profiles, house made chips, Dutch oven steamed mussels, truffle deviled eggs, proprietary ground beef blend hand patty burgers, Braised Beef of the Day and baked pasta dishes. The Brew-House will produce up to 12 different brews to be served, from Lagers to IPA's, to Stout's and seasonal, and even some small batch wood barrel aged specialty beers. The Brew Master will also create craft sodas, do brewery tours and walk throughout the facility and let guests sample our craft brews, and be educated on the Half Day Brewing experience.
Casual dining and bar since 1939. Our original onion loaf and Hackney burger are not to be missed. Check out all 6 locations. Private party rooms available.
From the original 1930's home-based food operation to 5 area locations. Famous for their Original French Fried Onions (loafstyle) and the Hackneyburger.
CITY:Lake Zurich
Gus's Diner is the perfect stop for breakfast, lunch, and dinner! Conveniently located in Rolling Meadows, you can have your pick of pancakes or a burger all day long.
CITY:Rolling Meadows
Grande Jakes Fresh Mexican Grill
Grande Jake's Authentic Mexican Grill offers you the finest in authentic Mexican cuisine.Come and dine with us and enjoy our fine food and atmosphere.
CITY:Rolling Meadows
Located right off I-94, this popular buffet style restaurant is open for lunch and dinner, seven days a week, and offering breakfast on the weekends.
Golden Chef offers delicious dining, takeout and delivery to Wheeling, IL. It has been recognized for its outstanding Chinese cuisine, excellent service and friendly staff. Our Chinese restaurant is known for its modern interpretation of classic dishes and its insistence on only using high quality fresh ingredients.
If life gives you tomatoes, make sauce. Better yet, we'll make it for you. At Go Roma Real Easy Italian, we pride ourselves on serving real hearty soups, fresh salads, hot Italian panini, hand-stretched artisan pizza and real Italian pastas and classics. Everything on the Go Roma menu is fresh and made to order. Stop by to savor real, easy Italian for yourself.
Enjoy four generations of wine making at Lake County's first winery. Taste award-winning wines and shop the unique selection of gifts and accessories for wine lovers.
The Glen Rowan House is the perfect setting for weddings, social parties, private, and corporate events. An estate on the North Shore designed by renowned architect Howard Van Doren Shaw, this significant landmark is named for its impressive rowan oak trees and is a part of the Lake Forest College campus.
CITY:Lake Forest
Giordano's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria - Gurnee
Pioneer of the famous stuffed and equally renowned thin-crust pizza, Giodano's menu also has great pastas, sandwiches, soups, salads and desserts. Over 40 Chicagoland locations open for lunch or dinner including a full-service bar. Dine-in, carry out, delivery and catering are available. Located within 2 miles from Six Flags Great America and Gurnee Mills.
Giordano's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria - Buffalo Grove
Pioneer of the award winning famous stuffed and equally renowned thin-crust pizza. Enjoy a variety of pizzas including cheese, vegi, tropic delight, and shrimp or choose from over 15 ingredients to create your own masterpiece. Other menu choices include an array of appetizers, sandwiches, pastas, soups, fresh salads and desserts. Open for lunch and dinner. Dine-in and enjoy a beverage from the full-service bar. Carry-out, delivery and catering are also available. Live too far to enjoy Giordano's, use our mail order system and have the partially cooked, frozen pizza delivered overnight to you. Visit our website for more information.
CITY:Buffalo Grove
Voted the "Best Pizza in McHenry County," Georgio's uses only the freshest and finest ingredients. The signature deep dish pies recipe has been kept "secret" for more than 60 years! Pizza Today Magazine ranks Georgio's on its "Top 100 Independent Pizzerias in the Nation."
CITY:Crystal Lake
Gatsby's was established in 1973. Interior pieces bring that old town look to Arlington Heights. Gatsby's has found its unique way of incorporating the new with the old, including the addition of 80 plasma TVs for everyone's viewing pleasure. It's a neighborhood "cheers" bar with specials, trivia nights, and beer of the month!
CITY:Arlington Heights
Gale Street Inn is a Family Owned Restaurant in business since 1963. Our House specialty is BBQ Baby Back Ribs and Roast Prime Rib. We have an extensive offer of fine cuts of meat and fresh seafood. Join us for lunch or dinner.
Gale Street Inn is a Family Owned Restaurant in business since 1963. Our House specialty is BBQ Baby Back Ribs and Roast Prime Rib. We have an extensive offer of fine cuts of meat and fresh seafood. Join us for lunch or dinner and experience our breath taking views of Diamond Lake.
Contemporary, casually sophisticated trattoria ambience with authentic rustic cooking, friendly service, and fair prices. perfect location for a great night out or a private party.
CITY:Arlington Heights
Contemporary, casually sophisticated trattoria ambience with authentic rustic cooking, firendly service, and fair prices. Perfect location for a great night out or a private party.
CITY:Arlington Heights
Part of the popular chain of Francesca restaurants that began in 1992, the menu features the same generous portions of Northern Italian food with dishes from Rome and the surrounding areas of Tuscany, Umbria and Lazio. The menu changes daily to utilize seasonal ingredients, and there are additional off-the-menu specials.
Fast, casual dining that includes salads and sandwiches. Gyros, beef sandwiches.
Fox and Hound Arlington Heights
Neighborhood sports bar featuring 28 big screen TVs, billiards, darts, ping pong, video gaming, and late night entertainment. Private party space available! Full menu till close! Best party in town 7 days a week!
CITY:Arlington Heights
Fleming's Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar
Stylish, contemporary dining, the highest quality prime beef, chops, seafood, chicken, salads, inventive sides and indulgent desserts. Award-winning wine list with 100 offered by the glass. Private dining available.
Vegetarian specialties
Chocolate is something that gets into you and never goes away once you are bitten. We love to find interesting fusions of flavors and use that to tell a multi-note story in chocolate. Sometimes the chocolate alone can be a whole world and sometimes we slip in other flavors that excite or compliment what naturally comes out in the chocolate.
Emmett's Tavern & Brewery Co. - West Dundee
Emmett's uses only traditional ingredients - water, malt, hops and yeast. When you try a German Pilsener or an English Pale Ale at Emmett's, your pint will be as close to the original as you can get (without actually getting on a plane and flying across the pond). Brewery tours are available.
CITY:West Dundee
Emmett's uses only traditional ingredients - water, malt, hops and yeast. When you try a German Pilsener or an English Pale Ale at Emmett's, your pint will be as close to the original as you can get (without actually getting on a plane and flying across the pond).
At Elly's Pancake House, we offer a casual contemporary dining atmosphere serving your favorite dishes all day long. Home to our signature oven-baked pancakes, we invite you to enjoy our farm-fresh omelettes, powdered sugar dusted waffles, homemade blintzes or crepes with our freshly squeezed juices. The char-broiled prime beef burgers and specialty sandwiches are also sure to please.
CITY:Arlington Heights
Authentic Mexican Restaurant with a beautiful scenic view on Nippersink Lake, located on the Chain. Best sunsent on the Chain, best Margarita in Lake County. Come by boat, waverunner, or by land. Private room available for parties, seasonal outdoor pati
CITY:Fox Lake
Authentic Mexican restaurant. Daily lunch specials and children's menu. Reservations recommended for groups of 5 or more.
Serving great Mexican food.
Dining at El Barrio is always a memorable experience. This family owned restaurant offers a Tex-Mex food, comfortable atmosphere and colorful decor that makes customers feel as if they have traveled to Mexico. The menu is full of authentic Mexican dishes. Be sure to ask about the fine selection of tequila from the bar.
Enjoy delicious food including breakfast and lunch specialties at our restaurant. We have a location in Wheaton, Illinois as well. With more than 35 years of experience, Egg'lectic Café, Inc. offers freshly made breakfast and lunch throughout the day.
CITY:Rolling Meadows
A prime steak and seafood restaurant serving the highest quality of foods and freshest ingredients all in a world class facility. Enjoy a exceptional prime aged steak paired with a glass of wine from the extensive wine list. Outdoor patio in the warm months make it a great place to gather with friends and family.
Durty Nellie's has been a friendly, neighborhood tavern since 1972. Durty Nellie's has welcome rock legends such as Violent Femmes, Saliva, Cracker, Johnny Winter, David Allan Coe, Firehouse, Filter, Jonas Brothers, Big Head Todd and the Monsters, Local H, Poi Dog Pondering, Vertical Horizon, and many more. Durty Nellie's is also a home stage to local bands and popular events. In addition to being a noted music venue, Durty Nellie's is a great place to have dinner before a show, host an event, or have a casual night out in our Pub. Durty Nellie's can host and customize any menu for any group and welcomes guests from all over the United States every day. Durty Nellie's is also known for the most extensive beer selection in the area. Durty Nellie's serves over 100 beers from all over the world.
Newly added addition to a great family restaurant.
CITY:East Dundee
Full service Family Friendly Pub style restaurant. Steaks, pasta, hand-packed burgers, fresh salads, kids menu, home-made soup, chili, apple pie, sauces and pizza. Full bar with over 40 imported beers.
The vibrant downtown Highland Park district contains an upscale outdoor shopping destination filled with unique boutiques, jewelry stores, home decor shops, amazing restaurants, and businesses catering to beauty and personal care.
CITY:Highland Park
Downtown Arlington Heights Shopping & Entertainment District
Diverse collection of charming local shops and major retailers. Outstanding restaurants, theaters, nightlife, and entertainment, all within walking distance.
CITY:Arlington Heights
A unique experience in seafood dining, specializing in crab legs, lobster tails, imported Dover sole, and much more. Their lunch and dinner menus include awesome appetizers, steaks, ribs, lamb chops, pastas, salads and sandwiches. Children's menus are also available. The wine list contains a selection of wines from different countries including France, Greece, Germany, Italy and Australia, and states of Washington and California to compliment every meal. Enjoy live music and dancing in the lounge Friday and Saturday nights. Dover offers friendly courteous service in a relaxing atmosphere for lunch or dinner.
Dolce Italian Caffe and Bakery
Dolce is a unique experience that our customers love. We are a full service restaurant as well as a bakery! Stop in for our delicious dishes or our variety of fresh desserts. Our family recipes comes straight from Italy. These recipes have passed from generations of cooks and we are proud to bring them to you!
CITY:Arlington Heights
Bring back the 50's as you cruise into Richmond's original Dog-N-Suds. Only here can you enjoy a frosted mug of the "World's Creamiest Rootbeer" with a Texas Burger delivered by the perkiest carhops around.
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D.C. Sarnies is a contemporary but casual restaurant specializing in sandwiches and classic American food with a twist. As well as a restaurant, we serve as a research and development kitchen for its parent company, Highland Baking Company. Guest chefs and bakery clients will have the opportunity to try out new products and let diners provide feedback on the dishes. The menu at D. C. Sarnies has something for everyone with a wide variety of appetizers, soups, salads, entrees and signature sandwiches and burgers to choose from. A full bar also gives diners a wide range of craft beers including more than 25 on tap, wine and cocktails. For more information visit us on Facebook at D.C. Sarnies or on Twitter @DC_Sarnies.
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Web Product Manager
- Employer
- Bloomberg
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- New York
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- Apr 02, 2013
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- May 02, 2013
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- Ms. Bloomberg Recruitment
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- Digital Media
- Duration
- Full Time
The RoleBloomberg's core web product group is seeking an experienced internet product manager to drive features across the Bloomberg.com and Businessweek.com sites.This product manager will independently and with their team drive the strategy, concept, and execution for features that provide the best possible media/news experience to our users. They will manage the product life cycle from planning to execution, and ongoing improvements to the infrastructure. We are looking for a candidate who has proven their ability to think independently within an internet environment and who has been challenged with many of the issues facing media sites today.Responsibilities-Independently and with their team drive product efforts for Bloomberg.com and Businessweek.com-Develop and manage concepts, business models, project plans, and road-maps for web and mobile content management system and editorial publishing tools-Partner with the engineering, marketing, editorial and other teams to develop and manage products.-Manage requirement and design creation for your products.-Manage prioritization and trade-offs among features, user experience and performance.-Pro-actively identify and resolve strategic and tactical issues.The successful candidate will demonstrate:-Strong ownership and capability to take a product from concept to reality.-Ability to think critically about poorly defined problems and come up with original solutions.-Ability to manage multiple, competing priorities simultaneously.-Ability to think strategically and execute methodically; Strong team orientation.-Superior verbal and written communications skills; Demonstrated ability to lead others.-Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where continuous innovation is the norm.Qualifications:-3+ years recent and relevant experience as an web product manager related to media, communications, news, technology or business services-Excellent project management skills-Experience managing multiple large data driven projects simultaneously-Demonstrated success defining and launching high quality products in a media or media-related company-Good understanding of customer-focused design and usability principles-Results-oriented with strong verbal and written communication skills-Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams without formal authority-Understanding of software architecture and experience working through the full software development life-cycle.


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Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 verdict
Sony's Alpha A230 is the cheapest of three models in the company's consumer DSLR range, featuring 10.2 Megapixel resolution and built-in image stabilisation which works with any lens you attach. It's a fair specification for the price, although one which shares a great deal with its predecessor, the Alpha A200 – indeed as we mentioned at the start of this review, the internal specification is almost identical, with most of the changes being external.
This is an interesting strategy since the majority of new rival DSLRs look pretty similar to their predecessors on the outside but normally feature significant internal enhancements. Always fond of bucking the trend, Sony has opted for the opposite strategy here, keeping most of the internals of the A230 unchanged from the earlier A200, but housing them in a significantly redesigned body with a revamped user interface.
Sony has done this in an attempt to appeal to those buying their first DSLR, who have previously been put off by large cameras and tricky controls. Clearly convinced it had the internal specification right on its previous generation, Sony's instead concentrated on shrinking the body and making it easier to use here – and it both respects it's succeeded.
As for the internal specification, most of what we said about the earlier A200 applies here: the 10.2 Megapixel sensor is capable of delivering good-looking images at lower sensitivities and the built-in stabilisation provides around three stops of compensation against camera-shake. And before you think Sony's resisted the temptation to keep all the electronics the same, the A230 does now feature an HDMI port and a switch from Compact Flash to SD and Memory Stick Pro Duo media.
So far so good, but the A230 is not without its downsides. First let's look at the new stuff, starting with the redesigned body. It's certainly smaller and lighter than the earlier A200, but it remains larger than key rivals including Canon's EOS 1000D / Rebel XS. Sony could argue this is due to its built-in stabilisation, but the Olympus E-620 features both this and a fully-articulated screen, while coming in smaller.
Of greater concern, much of the A230's weight loss is thanks to a less powerful battery which in turn has reduced the number of shots per charge – and there's no optional battery grip either. Physical design is always a personal thing, but we're not fond of the redesigned body which looks and feels more plasticky than many rivals, while employing an uncomfortable sawn-off grip. Of course it may feel great in your hands, and as always we'd recommend picking it up in person, but it just didn't feel right to us.
Sticking with the new specs a little longer, the HDMI port is a welcome addition, but it's come at the cost of a standard composite TV output, which means owners of older TV sets without HDMI connectivity won't be able to play slideshows. We're all for looking to the future, but this seems a daft omission, especially as the A230 is a budget model who's owners may not own an HDTV. And while it's not surprising to find a Memory Stick Pro Duo slot next to the new SD slot, Sony could have earned brownie points and boosted sales of its own format by allowing the camera to record to both cards simultaneously for backup, or to automatically switch when one's full.
There's also a new kit lens, with a slightly shorter 18-55mm focal range than before, but a new Smooth Autofocus Motor, or SAM for short. Anyone hoping this will be quick and quiet though will be disappointed to find it focusing at roughly the same speed and volume as rival 18-55mm kit lenses, although the optical quality is at least respectable.
As for the parts inherited from the earlier A200, the sensor still suffers from more visible noise artefacts than rivals at higher sensitivities, and continues to deliver fairly soft output using the default settings. This is a camera that performs best at 400 ISO or below, and with the image processing tweaked to deliver punchier photos more suited to its target audience of DSLR-beginners. Continuous shooting was also disappointingly slower at just 2fps in our tests, which rules it out for serious action photography.
It should also be noted that by sharing essentially the same electronics as its predecessor, the A230 also misses out on Live View and any kind of video recording facilities. Video may not be offered on other budget DSLRs at the moment, but Live View is featured on at least one key rival, and has been identified as an important factor for those upgrading from a point-and-shoot. It's a serious omission from any DSLR aimed at someone upgrading from a point-and-shoot. So before our final verdict, how does the Alpha A230 measure-up against the competition?
Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 final verdict
When Sony announced the Alpha A230 (and its siblings the A330 and A380), it wasn't hard to understand why many enthusiasts were disappointed. Most have become accustomed to new cameras featuring more powerful specifications such as higher resolutions, quicker shooting and bigger, more detailed screens, not to mention the adoption of modern gadgetry, like movie modes.
With the new entry-level Alphas though Sony completely avoided that route, instead opting to keep essentially the same electronics as their predecessors, and simply house them in a redesigned body with a revamped user interface. Sure, there's a switch from Compact Flash to SD / Memory Stick Duo and a new HDMI port, but in terms of major specifications, there's little change.
But that's not to say the A230 is a failure. Sony's done its homework and is squarely targeting its revamped entry-level threesome at confirmed DSLR beginners. In order to appeal to these buyers, it's gone for a much less intimidating user interface and a distinctive body design, and while we weren't personally fond of the latter, it certainly stands out among the competition.
The absence of Live View is however problematic for a target audience upgrading from a point-and-shoot. They'll be used to framing with a screen and will miss it on the A230. But then Live View isn't a foregone conclusion at this price point. Nikon's entry-level model, the D3000, is a key rival but one which also doesn't offer Live View. Indeed of the current batch of budget DSLRs, only Canon's EOS 1000D / XS offers the facility.
For its fairly basic appearance and operation, the Sony A230 also has two important advantages over most of its rivals: first it has built-in stabilisation (also offered on Olympus and Pentax models, but at a higher price), and secondly it's by far the cheapest of the current crop. Depending on where you shop, the Alpha A230 could cost up to 25% less than the cheapest models from Canon or Nikon.
These are critical points which will see the A230 snapped-up by price-conscious buyers. Indeed you can forgive a lot of its shortcomings at this price, and as such we can recommend it to those who are looking for a new DSLR on a tight budget.
Ultimately while the A330 enjoys the sweet-spot in price and features of the budget Alpha threesome, the bottom line is the A230 is simply one of the cheapest DSLRs on the market right now. Sure it doesn't have Live View, movies or a big screen, but it does have 10 Megapixels, a friendly user interface and built-in stabilisation – not at all bad for the money.


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Ari Herzog
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Techipedia: Tamar Weinberg
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Webbiquity SMM
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Social Networking Stats: Facebook Is Top Mobile App, #RLTM Scoreboard
The Realtime Report
Facebook Is Most Popular Mobile App [Survey]. Which app do you use most frequently on your mobile phone? A new survey from research firm Consumer Intelligence Research Partners reveals that Facebook dominates mobile apps, and is currently used four times more frequently than runner-up Twitter. What are your top three mobile apps? Facebook: 1.15 via Facebook. YouTube.
Responsive Design is 2013?s Web Design Trend
In a May 2013 webinar, Peter Goodman, VP of Salesforce Marketing Cloud, discussed the current state of advertising in the social media space. Goodman explained how social advertising is the hottest topic in advertising, forecasted to reach a $11 billion in the US by 2017, according to BIA/Kelsey in April 2013. So, this is why responsive design is 2013′s design trend.
Increase Your Mobile Page Speed
Small Business Mavericks
Chances are, if you've done any fair amount of study on responsive web design, then you are thinking about how visitors are viewing your mobile website. Until now, you couldn't do a whole lot about the speed of your website loading on mobile devices. Google Developers now has guidelines for website developers regarding mobile page load speeds. Even better, they have a tool for testing your mobile page load speed. While the mobile page load speed testing tool isn't perfect, it is a good resource for Web developers. Server response time.
Summarized: The 2013 In-House Counsel New Media Engagement Survey
Myrland Marketing
Today, the 2013 In-House Counsel new Media Engagement Survey conducted by Greentarget , Inside Counsel and Zeughauser Group was released. In 2013, quotes of interest from the survey are: "Mark 2013 as the year it became hard to find lawyers not using new media tools." This is the third survey released by this partnership. The 1st was in 2010. The 2nd was in 2012.
One-Third of Consumers Are Visiting Top Digital Retail Sites Via Mobile Exclusively
The Realtime Report
New research from comScore's Data Mine reveals that while the majority of the digital consumers use both desktop and mobile devices, around one-third of consumers are visiting the top digital retail brands exclusively via mobile as of September 2013. How many retail apps are on your mobile phone? Why is there such a sharp divide? The solution?
The Digital Marketing Streams Of 2013
Engaging Brand
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Top Social Media Campaigns in 2013
The Realtime Report
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Did You Miss? 22 MUST READS of 2013
But in the coming era of ubiquitous sensors and miniaturized mobile computing, our digital interactions won't take place simply on screens. The 3 Steps for Success in a Multi-device Search World (Moz) – more on the topic of mobile. Here are the best of those. Trust me, take some time with this list – you won't regret it. These are in no particular order. Must read.
SEO in 2013: What to Expect
Here are a few SEO trends you can expect to see in 2013. It will continue to behoove you in 2013 to make use of the varied Google services and products you can, whether paid or free. Expect greater emphasis on mobile products. If you don't already have a mobile product or at least a mobile version of your website, you had better bust your behind to build one.
How Social Media and Mobile Technology Impact the Customer Experience [Infographic]
Puzzle Marketer
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Mobile Ad Spending Grows 105% in 2013
The Realtime Report
In 2014, mobile ad spending will account for nearly one-quarter of total digital ad spending worldwide, according to the latest estimates from eMarketer. Much of this growth is driven by increased mobile ad spending from Facebook and Google. Mobile ad spending worldwide increased 105% in 2013 to $17.96 2013 saw an additional $9.2 billion.
7 Mobile Marketing Stats That Will Blow Your Mind
Convince & Convert
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7 Social Media Tactics Your 2013 Budget Needs to Succeed
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4 trends for online coupon sites in 2013
Atom Thought
A recent Comscore- Pulse of the Online Shopper study (June 2013), shows that "consumers want more choices when shopping online." The mobile and social channels seem to play a vital role in the way consumers shop, and the study also offers interesting insights: " 47% respondents (of the. " Of course more choices lead to comparison. Digital Insight
What Does 2013 Hold for Social Media?
As for 2013, Mindjumpers' CEO and founder, Jonas Klit Nielsen, predicts that we are heading towards a future where brands invest in people who are highly skilled in content creation and where brands become publishers: "Companies need to be ready to think as publishers and not marketers. US digital media usage: A snapshot of 2013. What are your predictions for 2013?
Interesting Magazine and Digital Stats from Pew State of the News Media 2013
Adam Sherk
In reading the Pew Research Center's State of the News Media 2013 there were some interesting things in the sections on magazines and digital that I thought I'd point out. Mobile Creates Additional News Consumption. One encouraging aspect of the study is that as mobile news consumption grows it is not at the expense of other channels. Time is Doing Well Online.
State of the Nonprofit Sector 2013
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Mobile vs. Social – Round 1: Ding! Ding! Ding!
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Social Networks See Majority of Traffic Coming From Mobile
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Mobile is accounting for a huge portion of social networking use; for newer platforms like Instagram, Snapchat and Vine, use is "almost exclusively mobile." " A new report from the comScore Data Mine compares desktop vs. mobile usage for Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Tumblr, Vine and Snapchat. Related Stories Do Americans Trust Facebook?
3 Secrets To Having A Two-Way Conversation With Your Brand's Customers Online
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Leadtail Releases 2013 B2B Social Marketing Report
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The aim of the survey was to provide a glimpse into the social media usage and posting habits of prominent B2B marketers during Q1 2013. Some notable results: 40% of all tweets from marketing executives originated from mobile devices, providing further evidence that mobile applications must be a part of every business's social strategy. among others.
Where's Social Media Going in 2014?
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text: Nucky asking Meyer to tell him something about himself was an important moment for Boardwalk Empire. At first Meyer wanted to repeat his resume and his credentials — all important things — but there are lots of men with money with whom Nucky could partner. His hesitation regarding Arnold Rothstein had nothing to do with funds, it was about A.R.'s singular resolve to win. Meyer eventually did tell Nucky a story about where he came from and how he came up (with Lucky). That vignette told Nucky wanted he needed to know — that Meyer was strong, loyal and determined. It also reminded us of something even more important; for all of its showmanship and tangled seasonal plots, what we really want from Boardwalk are personal stories. Hit the jump for more.


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