"FAB after Hours" is Over. Get the Juice!

The FAB Network

presents

FAB after Hours

Meet. Mingle. Connect.

The networking mixer was a great platform to meet industry professionals and get to know FAB a little bit better. Whether you made a new contact, signed up to be a FAB member, won a raffle prize or simply enjoyed a relaxing evening after work . . . THANK YOU for coming and for your support!

Honorary Guests:

Erika Kendrick

Author/Producer/Dating Stylist

Confessions of a Rookie Cheerleader / Appetite, Random House

Danella

Television and Radio Host

Leslie Arredondo-Cordero

Music & Media Licensing Coordinator, MTV Networks

Quan E. Lateef

Production Manager of Creative Services, BET Networks

Kristen Devine

Senior Account Executive, Tracy Reese

Gideon Moncrieffe

Production Management, BET

Shayna D

On-Air Personality, Sirius XM Radio

Kimberly Rickards

MTV Networks and BET Networks

Kemoy Duhaney

Assistant Manager of Color, Sephora

Lynzee Saperstein

National Accounts Coordinator, MTV Networks

Exclusive FAB after Hours pics!

Check 'em out!

Welcome to the FAB experience!

FAB Volunteer Keyshayna! She's definitely FAB!

Don't forget to sign in!

Membership Table, Sign Up IT'S FREE!

She's FAB.

Honorary Guests

One-on-One time with a FAB member!

Candid chatting with FAB's Honorary Guests

Senior Account Executive for Tracy Reese and Production Manager of Creative Services for BET Networks, Quan Lateef pictured with FAB's J.Styles

Beautiful Ladies!

She's FAB ya'll! Honorary Guest Erika Kendrick is a Stanford graduate, Former NBA Chicago Bulls Cheerleader, Former President of NABFEME and Acclaimed Author, etc etc! LOVE her!

FAB chatting!

J.Styles on the mic! Time to welcome everyone and introduce Honorary Guests!
I think Danella approves of my introduction of her!

The beautiful and talented TV and Radio Host Danella!

Nickelodeon's Tamika Blockett and Honorary Guest Kemoy Duhaney

Industry talk.

Mix. Mingle. Connect.

Who's going to win the raffle???

Fashion Professional Kristen Devine (right) shows attendee and FAB member LOVE!

J.Styles and BET's Quan Lateef

The FAB crowd!

Erika Kendrick LOVES the FAB members!

We mixed. We mingled. We chatted. We connected.

**We were definitely FAB last night! If you missed out, sorry! On the bright side, there will be more FAB events coming soon! Stay tuned!**

FRIENDLY REMINDER: FAB after Hours

TOMORROW is the day! Are you coming?? Can't wait to see YOU there!

Nightingale Lounge

7pm to 9pm

Must be 21

RSVP: contactfab@thefabnetwork.com

What type of email do you send if you DON'T get the job?

You get a phone call/email saying that they decided on another candidate, blah blah . . . what should you say???

There are 2 scenarios: You would like to keep in contact with this company because you want to be considered for other positions OR you really don't care and kinda didn't want this job anyway. See below for both types of responses.

Type #1: You want to keep in touch and be considered for other positions.

Hello Ms. __________________,

Thank you for informing me of the company's decision. I appreciate you considering me for the (list exact title) position. As I mentioned in my interview, I am very interested in working for (list name of company) and would like to keep in contact and made aware of other opportunities that better suit my level of experience and skill set.

Thank you again and I look forward to being in touch should other opportunities become available.

Sincerely,

(first and last name)
(include a signature with a phone number)


Type #2: You don't really care to keep in touch and are not interested working at this particular company anyway.

Hello Ms. _________________,

Thank you for informing me of the company's decision. Although this opportunity did not work out, I am very grateful for your time and consideration.

Thank you again!

Sincerely,

(first and last name)
(include signature with phone number)

*Note: These are basic email thank you templates and should be personalized based on conversations between you and the interviewer. It is always better to thank the interviewer for specifics (i.e. advice, contacts, referrals, etc.). However, if the conversation was strictly business, then send a very nice general email as noted above.

"I wanna follow up, but how and when?"

I get these questions alot ---> "When should I follow up? AND "How should I follow up?"

There are a few things to note when trying to figure out when is it appropriate to follow up with someone. It is very important to avoid being annoying, pushy or too forward. Instead, you want to be viewed as professional, diligent and proactive.

Tips to Note:

- Mondays and Fridays are never good days to follow up ---> Mondays people are typically overloaded with emails/calls and Fridays people are thinking about the weekend and often zone out

- Don't call/email people during lunch hour ----> you're sure to get the VM or no response, generally between the hours of noon to 1:30pm

- If you leave a message, it is often a good idea to send a quick email reittering your VM (including your name, brief reason for calling and phone number) ---> this way you can ensure they received your message and have the correct information to return your call

- Whether in an email or phone call, ALWAYS state the following: name, why you're calling/emailing, specific information mentioned in previous conversations (i.e. job opportunities, lunch dates, promised follow ups, etc.)

- If the person says they will follow up with you and you hear NOTHING, give the person a week before you follow up ---> remind them of the previous conversation and why you are following up (always mention previous promises, so they will give you credit for being diligent and professional, this will also permit the conversation to be more focused)

- If you email someone and they DON'T respond, give the person about a week and send them another email with the previous email underneath, so the person can see the original email

- Once you have emailed twice and left one VM ---> pause and give the person time to respond. Unfortunately, if you STILL hear NOTHING, it may just be time to move on . . . (or it could be the person is just a slacker and will eventually respond) ---> either way, always remain positive if they ever do contact you!

- If you have a scheduled lunch/dinner date with someone, it is YOUR responsibility to remind them (especially if they are more senior than you)

- Never send a condescending email or show your frustrations, even if you are annoyed at the person's lack of professionalism or consistency

- Always be positive and respectful of people's time ---> it is ALWAYS about them and never about you!

- Always volunteer to meet them at a location closest to them ---> schedule every date at a time and place most convenient for THEM!

- Always send a recap email if there were specific details discussed that will require a follow
up ---> always good to send a "per our conversation" email to ensure that all details are clear and correct

Hope these tips help ya! Stay FAB in your pursuits to hunt these professionals down to get the answer you want! Good luck!

Thurgood Marshall: 2009 Front Row Fashion Show

FAB on the Scene - October 15, 2009 - New York

The FAB Network attends the . . .

Thurgood Marshall College Fund
presents
EMERGING AND ESTABLISHED DESIGNERS OF COLOR featured at FRONT ROW

Hosted by
Sherri Shepherd

Who's Who in Education:
Thurgood Marshall was an outgoing and strong-willed young man who was tenacious and persuasive and quickly became the first African-American associate Justice of the United States Supreme Court. Marshall's work began as a lawyer, working hard toward progressive education and equal pay for educators. Thurgood Marshall's steadfast actions quickly gained momentum as he worked toward setting precedent in court cases, rather than accepting the norm.

The Thurgood Marshall Fund (TMCF) is a direct link to Marshall's belief in the power of education.

TMCF celebrates 22 years of investing in the power of knowledge by supporting the 47-member public Historically Black Colleges and Universitities (HBCUs) and 6 law schools in 22 states, with a population of well over 235,000 students. TMCF has awarded more than $100 million in leadership development, programmatic and building support, and scholarships to students attending member schools.

On Saturday, October 24, 2009 presented its 4th Annual Fashion Show at the Roseland Ballroom in NYC. The fashion show celebrates the "spirit of innovation" in fashion with a showcase from established and emerging African and Latino American fashion designers at Front Row.

The hostess for the evening was Sherri Shepherd, Co-Host of The View and star of her own sitcom on Lifetime Television, titled "Sherri". She definitely brought energy and laughter to the event.

Featured designers include: Byron Lars, Russull Simmons Argyle Culture, Kai Milla Designs, Angela Dean for DeanZign, a special new ethnic line from Wal-Mart, Nico & Adrian, Annie S Intimates, Amsale, Francis Hendy Montgomery and innovative emerging designers and Magnami Style & Company.

Front Row paid tribute to trailblazers in the fashion industry with its Fashion Icon Award, saluting individuals who have influenced style and fashion and embody the spirit of leadership and commitment to their craft. The 2009 honorees include: Supermodel Naomi Campbell, international make-up Artist Sam Fine, and Emmy award winning hairstylist Andre Walker, and Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) President, Dr. Joyce Brown. The 2009 Avante Garde Award was presented posthumously to the "King of Pop" Michael Jackson.

Sponsored by: Mercedes Benz and Moet & Chandon


The FAB Network had the honor and priviledge to attend and report this incredible star-studded event. Check out the event pics!

Fun. Fashion. Fundraising. FABulous.

Violinists tore down the stage!

Well-deserved standing ovation!

First Albino Model Shaun Ross pictured with ATL's Housewife Sheree

Honoree and International Make-up Artist Sam Fine

Marlon Jackson pictured with Honoree and Supermodel Naomi Campbell

Fame and Fashion. FABulous!

Marlon Jackson

Typical Jackson media frenzy

TV Personality, Julissa

President of the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), Dr. Joyce Brown

FAB's J.Styles pictured with model, Shaun Ross

FAB's J.Styles

ATL's Houswife/Bravo's Diva, Sheree and J.Styles

Red Carpet FABulousness!

J.Styles pictured with President & CEO of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund

J.Styles pictured with International Make-Up Artist Sam Fine

Sherri Shepherd hosts the evening's program

Naomi Campbell receives the Fashion Icon Award


Fashion Show Begins . . .

http://www.thurgoodmarshallfund.org/

*Note: Pictures provided by Photographer Sidnei Beal III

Thought of the Day: October 25, 2009

Be inspired and empowered by your unique ideas, rather than fearful or discouraged.

EVENT REMINDER: Thurgood Marshall Fashion Show (Saturday, October 24th)

FAB will be in the building!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thurgood Marshall Annual Fashion Show

The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) will present its 4th Annual Front Row Fashion Show on Saturday, October 24, 2009, at the Roseland Ballroom, NYC sponsored by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and Moët & Chandon.With more than 2000 attendees in 2008, a sell out crowd, this year’s show will highlight 12 outstanding emerging and established designers as well pay tribute to trailblazers in the Fashion Industry with the 2009 Thurgood Marshall Fashion Icon Award. The Fashion Icon Award is one of the highest awards presented annually by the organization to individuals who embody the leadership, commitment and legacy of the late Justice Marshall by advancing and influencing style and fashion within the African American community.

This year’s award recipients are: Naomi Campbell, International Supermodel, Sam Fine, Celebrity Make-up Artist, Andre Walker, Celebrity Hairstylist and Dr. Joyce Brown, President of Fashion Institute Technology. We are also awarding posthumously the 2009 Avant-Garde Award to Michael Jackson which will be accepted by members of the Jackson family.This spectacular show is hosted by Sherri Shepherd, Co-Host of the View and legendary DJ Clark Kent will spin for the After Party. Not to mention, Pre and Post VIP receptions are sponsored by Moët & Chandon. Tickets are on sale now, so pass this on to your friends, family and colleagues. Please join us as the proceeds from this evening will give the gift of Education to deserving students attending public Historically Black Colleges and Universities.

For additional information and to purchase tickets, please visit our website at http://www.thurgoodmarshallcollegefund.org/22ndAnniversary.

Thank you for support. We look forward to seeing you at the show.

OFFICIAL INVITE: FAB after HOURS

The FAB Network presents: FAB after Hours
Meet. Mingle. Connect.

Date: Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Time: 7pm to 9 pm
Place: Nightingale Lounge (213 Second Avenue at 13th Street)

RSVP: contactfab@thefabnetwork.com
Cost: $5 Donation Requested.
Drink Specials: Happy Hour from 6pm to 8pm; selected drink specials all night
*Note: Must be 21 or older, ID required.*

About the Event: The FAB Network is providing a platform for young adults to have an opportunity to relax after a long day and get to know FAB a little bit better; as well as meet, mingle and connect with other up and coming professionals!

Confirmed Professionals Attending:
Danella
Television and Radio Host

Erika Kendrick
Author/Producer/Dating Stylist

Confessions of a Rookie Cheerleader/Appetite, Random House

Leslie Arredondo-Cordero
Music & Media Licensing Coordinator, MTV Networks

Quan E. Lateef
Production Manager of Creative Services, BET Networks

Kristen Devine
Senior Account Executive, Tracy Reese

Gideon Moncrieffe
Production Management, BET

Shayna D
On-Air Personality, Sirius XM Radio

Kimberly Rickards
Executive Assistant, MTV Networks and BET Networks

Kemoy Duhaney
Assistant Manager of Color, Sephora

Lynzee Saperstein
National Accounts Coordinator, MTV Networks

For more information on FAB, visit http://www.thefabnetwork.com/
check out the WEBSITE and BLOG

"How Women are Potrayed by the Media" - Saturday, October 24th

New York City - October 15, 2009 -- The Phenomenal Women Group, Inc. (TPWG), in association with Medgar Evers College, will host the panel discussion “How Women are Portrayed by the Media” on Saturday, October 24, 2009 from 12pm to 3pm in “Founders Hall,” at Medgar Evers College in Brooklyn.

This panel will be used a platform where both women and men discuss their experiences, views and effects on such a lucrative topic. The panelists are a group of versatile and distinguished people from all different backgrounds and industries. Shayna D of Sirius XM Radio and The Diva Lounge will moderate the panel which includes Eb the Celeb, Cocoa Bella, Lucinda Cross, Monique Alexander, Renee Jennings, Joseph Huff, Corrine Corybtee and more. Participants of all ages and socio demographics are invited to lend their voices in this breakthrough event. There will be great and controversial topics covered. There will also be a question and answer segment in which the audience will be able to ask questions and or make comments.

The discussion will include, but is not limited to: Media Portrayals of Girls and Women Stereotypes Effects on body image and self-identity Ramifications in sports and politics Economic interests behind the objectification and eroticization of women. Admission is free.

For more information about this event or to RSVP, please visit http://medgar.eventbrite.com/ or http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/tpwginc?ref=ts.

To submit questions anonymously or general questions, contact The Phenomenal Women Group, Inc. at (201) 984-4113 or email events@thephenomenalwomen.org. About The Phenomenal Women Group:The Phenomenal Women Group is an organization of African-American women, who have a high moral character, strong motivation and an undying spirit to climb and reach the heights “to high places by narrow roads.”

Contact: Althema Goodson The Phenomenal Women Group, Inc.Althema.Goodson@thephenomenalwomen.org http://www.thephenomenalwomen.org/

:30 Career Advice

Warning: You should read this message, let it digest within :30 seconds and then take all the time you need to complete the task. Got it?! Now read. Think about your Rolodex and all of the contacts that you have NOT been in contact with. Make a list of 10 professionals that you need to re-connect with and email them ASAP. You have to decide the topic of discussion, but it is very important that you re-activate your Rolodex and stop playing the victim. The only way to truly make things happen . . . is to make connections. So, get to typing and CONNECT! Good luck!

The FAB Network Seeks 3 FABulous Interns!

Hello Everyone, The FAB Network is growing extensively by the minute and as a result is seeking 3 FABulous Executive Interns who are ready to be the wave of the future! FAB's #1 goal is to empower young adults and give them a platform to achieve their professional dreams. We're doing just that . . . and could be impacting even MORE lives, that's why FAB needs YOUR help!

If you are a college student or know a college student who you think would be an excellent asset to the FAB team, please contact me ASAP to receive The FAB Network Internship Packet. The details for this opportunity will be included. Please be cognizant of the deadline to apply and required information that must be submitted.

Internship Overview:

FAB is offering an intense and challenging unpaid internship opportunity that requires the candidate to possess a strong work ethic and the ability to work diligently and independently. The FAB Network internship program is an excellent way to expand your knowledge of the industry, make connections with professionals and strengthen your business skill set.

This internship will make you even more FAB. Guaranteed!

*Note: Only the best and most qualified will be hired.

CEW: Women in Beauty Series

Cosmetic Executive Women (CEW) is hosting a November panel discussion, focusing on advancement strategies for women in the beauty industry. Panelists will offer direct and specific career advice about how to achieve success in today's changing beauty environment.

Panel:

Lynne Greene - Global Brand President, Clinique, Origins, and Ojon The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.
Heidi Manheimer - Chief Executive Officer, Shiseido Cosmetics America
Claudia Poccia - President, mark Avon Products Inc.

Moderated by:

Jenny B. Fine - Editor WWD Beauty Biz

When:

Wednesday, November 11, 2009

Where:
The Harmonie Club

4 East 60th Street New York City
5:30 PM Cocktails 6:30 PM Discussion

Price:
Members: $60

Non-members: $95

INTERNSHIP: Juicy Couture

2010 SPRING INTERNSHIP - Juicy Couture (For School Credit)

Juicy Couture

New York, NY

OVERVIEW:
Provide students with the opportunity to work for a luxury brand and receive course credit. Interns will obtain within the fashion industry for them to apply to their classroom learning and prepare them for a career in fashion. Interns will assist departments with day to day tasks associated with executing departmental deliverables.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• College student able to receive course credit
• GPA of 3.0 or above
• Able to work at least two full days per week or a minimum of 16 hours per week
• Strong interest in a career within the fashion industry
• Proficient in Excel
• Articulate written and verbal communicator
• Hardworking, Reliable

REQUIRED SKILLS:
* MUST BE ABLE TO RECEIVE CREDIT
* INTERNSHIP PROGRAM BEGINS MONDAY, JANUARY 25th AND RUNS THROUGH APRIL

TO APPLY:
Sorry, applications are not being accepted through StyleCareers.com. Apply directly at our website using the link below.

You may apply directly to this job listing with the link below:https://jobs-lizclaiborne.icims.com/jobs/11043/job

Thought of the Day: October 21, 2009

Be original. Copy cats are for those that lack originality and confidence that their own dreams and ideas are strong enough to survive on their own. Originality is the cornerstone of innovation and history in the making. Be daring. Be original. Be FAB.

Are you a MINORITY? Want a MASTERS?

If your answer is YES, KEEP READING!

Per Wake Forest University School of Management:

Greetings, I wanted to let you know about a great opportunity here at Wake Forest where you can get a FREE education and get PAID while you're doing it.

Our Dean of the Schools of Business is the former CEO of PepsiCo and very committed to diversity. He's gone around to his CEO friends, who have agreed to donate a bunch of money to pay tuition and fees, provide a stipend, and a job, to diverse students. The details are below. The problem is, response to the program has been dismal! As a faculty member, I would be embarrassed for him to have to tell his CEO friends, "thanks so much for your donation, but unfortunately I have to give it back because we couldn't find Any students who wanted it." So, I need your help. Please contact me if you, or ANYONE you know is interested in the program. I want to help out as many young scholars as I can. Don't worry about whether or not you (or they) have taken the GMAT, etc. All you need to do at this point is JUST APPLY.


About the Program: The Master of Art in Management program is designed specifically for liberal arts majors only. The MA degree program is a 10 month intense study of the basic functional areas of Business. After graduation and working for approximately two years, all MA graduates are eligible to apply to Wake Forest as part of the MA/MBA joint degree program and get the MBA in one year. The new Dean, Steve Reinemund, has created a new scholarship for diverse students pursuing the MA degree called the Corporate Fellowship. The Corporate Fellowship provides full tuition and a $21,000 stipend to cover living expenses. Additionally, each Corporate Fellow will participate in a practicum. The practicum has two components,educational and professional development. Each student will be assigned a mentor that is a high level executive with their sponsor corporation.The mentor will oversee an educational project covering 4 of the functional areas of business using their own corporation as the subject.

The student will visit the corporation 3 - 4 times during the program to present his/her results of their research project. Additionally, the "professional development" component of the fellowship provides career coaching and leadership development for the students.
The goal for the corporation is to be able to groom and hopefully, hire a top candidate from a diverse background for their organization. Of course, there is no obligation that the students accept any offer of employment. Still, the student benefits, even if they are not ultimately hired by their sponsor corporation in that they have the MA degree and the type of experience that will make them more marketable.

If you are interested contact:
Derrick S. Boone, Ph.D. Associate Professor of Marketing
Room 3139 Worrell Professional Center Babcock Graduate School of Management
Wake Forest University
1834 Wake Forest Drive Winston-Salem, NC 27109-8758
Website: http://mba.wfu.edu/
Phone: (336)...758.4475
Toll-free: (866) 925-3622
Fax: 336.758.4514