Former professional boxer who competed from 1984 to 2002. He is a two-weight world champion, having held the IBF middleweight title from 1988 to 1991, and the WBA super middleweight title from 1992 to 1994.During both those reigns, he also held the lineal championship.
Nunn won three Iowa Golden Gloves titles and posted an amateur record of 168-8.At the 1984 Olympic trials, U.S. boxing officials asked Nunn, who was boxing as a 156-pounder, to move up to the 165-pound division.
They wanted to clear the way for Frank Tate, the eventual Olympic gold medalist, who was being heralded as America’s next great middleweight. Tate’s last loss was to Nunn.
After agreeing to move up in weight, Nunn boxed Virgil Hill at the Olympic trials in Fort Worth, Texas. Hill defeated Nunn by a 4-1 decision. Nunn and Hill boxed again at the Olympic box-offs in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Nunn won the first box-off by a 5-0 decision. In the second box-off, Hill dropped Nunn and won by a 5-0 decision to make the Olympic team as the U.S. representative in the 165-pound division
American boxers of Italian descentMichael Nunn’s professional Boxing record: Total fights 62 Win 58 Wins by KO 38
Losses 4.
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The first three Serafina Express locations will open in Manhattan: one at the intersection of Sixth Avenue and Eighth Street in Greenwich Village; the second at the corner of 22nd Street and Park Avenue South in Flatiron, and the third at 30 Broad Street on the corner of the New York Stock Exchange.
Ranging in size from 1,500- to 3,000-square-feet, each restaurant features a traditional Italian wood and marble counter, reminiscent of a Florentine pharmacy, and is anchored by a center island that has antique hand-painted ceramic dishes dangling from the ceiling. It also as an art wall, framed by the chain’s typical velvet yellow banquette seating. In addition, each Express location will feature its own eclectic design touches inspired by the neighborhood it serves.
Serafina fans will find their favorite dishes including homemade pastas like Ravioli Pomodoro, a variety of thin crust pizzas including the signature Alla Burrata, alla Mozzarella di Bufala as well Tartufo Nero Pizza, Italian paninis, seasonal salads and desserts such as Tiramisu. The restaurants will also serve Kimbo premium coffee, teas and assorted bottled beverages, fresh juices and a curated list of Italian beer and great wines.
Serafina Express partnered with Dallas-based restaurant technology innovator OneDine to allow guests to place orders via kiosk or smartphone. They may also customize their orders, pay and earn points with Serafina Express’s loyalty reward program.
Five locations of Serafina Express will eventually open at the intersection of Jackson Avenue and Queens Boulevard; One Gateway Center at Penn Station in Newark; the intersection of University Place and 12th Street; at 84th and Third Avenue; and 777 Third Avenue at 48th St.
Founded by Assaf and Fabio Granato in 1995, Serafina’s portfolio includes Serafina Fabulous Pizza, the flagship Serafina brand, Serafina Express, Cafe Serafina, Brasserie Cognac, Farinella Bakery and Bar Vitti. It has 46 locations across the eastern U.S. and in eight countries.
It was a great pleasure to be at the opening of their first Serafina express, grand opening at 30 broad street, great to interview Assaf and Fabio Granato , see ribbon cutting many guests in attendance and helping to celebrate Serafina express’s , first grand opening. See exclusive interview with both of of the owners, and hear their future plans, right here in our World Liberty TV, Food Review Channels by clicking here.
We had the pleasure of interviewing, attending and showcasing many of the vendors below during New York Fashion Week 2022.
OPR EYEWEAR: There is eyewear. Then there is OPR Italian Artisanal Eyewear.
OPR Eyewear is for lovers of beautiful eyewear who are looking for authentic Italian craftsmanship at a reasonable price. We’re dedicated to bringing you hand-crafted luxury eyewear that is Made in Italy by our Master Artisans.
Unlike highly marked-up, poor quality alternatives that are simply assembled in Italy or mass produced by the industry, OPR Eyewear offers true Italian hand-made eyewear, crafted with the finest quality raw materials, at a revolutionary price that is both sustainable and delivered with the utmost care.
We had the pleasure of interviewing, Co -founder and CEO Idriss Nestor and Co-Founder Federica Scala. We are very happy to say World Liberty TV, is only using OPR, Readers and Sunglasses and we can say freely, OPR Eyewear is the official eye wear for World Liberty TV’s team. To learn more about OPR EYEWEAR, click here.
Zainab Ashadu Sustainable leather bags from Lagos Nigeria: Zashadu is a leading British/Nigerian sustainable luxury brand, that specializes in hand-crafted leather pieces. We work with local sustainably sourced leathers, farmed exotic skins and rough cut precious stones set in brass. All our pieces are created at our workspace in Lagos, Nigeria, by a team that benefits from traditional techniques passed down through generations by a community of local artisans. At Zashadu we love to explore the tension between quiet elegance and unabashed glamour. We avoid the use of superfluous fittings and fixtures in order to give precedence to the leathers. To learn and purchase click here.
Andrea’s beauty Lab: is a place where woman empower woman but love to take care of men, as we see the beauty in all. Designing services, and products that are formulated first with caring and love quality and loyalty to our customers, this is a big focus of mine. To learn more and purchase Andrea’s Beauty Lab Products, Click here.
NYFW Special Presentation of Jane Morgan’s Vintage Celebrity Performance Gowns: some thirty, performance gowns, exclusively culled from the private collection of Jane Morgan, spanning the singer’s illustrious stage, screen, TV career, from the 1950’s-1980’s, will be on view during NYFW at the 3 West Club’s, gracious Pratt Lounge/Living Room, during NYFW. For more information, contact Bonnie Bien, by clicking here.
Debbie Dickerson Galleries Art Show Case During NYFW -2022: See great art work by many world renowned Artists and upcoming Artists represented by Debbie Dickerson Galleries. See More in our World Liberty TV, Fashion Channels and blogs by clicking here.
We had the pleasure of covering close to 100 designers from all over the World. At New York Fashion Shows Fall / Winter 2022. Below are some of the fashion Shows we covered and showcased in our World Liberty TV, Fashion Channels, Blogs and Photo-Galleries.
Adrian Alicea: The Adrian Alicea brand represents an orgy of defiance. Absolution without the fear of retribution. The temerity of Adrian Alicea is only surpassed by the precise execution of his vision.
Adrian Alicea is a new romantic of romantic excesses. Creating a pirate-like fairy-tale of disguises, he walks a tightrope between ironic hedonistic inclination and highly serious commentary. There is an insane carcinogenic, merciless narcissism. There is a deafening, endless shout
of “gimme more!” – Earl Murray. Adrian’s inspiration comes from his strong familial roots in Puerto Rico. The essence of his beautiful mother is etched into every design. Mr. Alicea was also blessed with nine sisters of whom have provided him with the depth of understanding the female form. The fact that he also has real human frailties make him greater than is realized by those who are not able to see through the fog of adulation. His human experience transcends into an emotional confluence felt by every being that adorns his designs. Having been a model himself, he was first discovered at the iconic nightclub “The Tunnel” by Rae Dawn Chong who invited him to walk for Thierry Mugler’s couture show in Paris.
From there his career took off and with persistent effort continued working with the masters of Europe: Hermes, Giorgio Armani, Jean-Paul Gaultier, Gianfranco Ferre, Vivienne Westwood, and Patricia Fields and graced the stage with notable supermodels Iman, Kate Moss, Christy Turlington, Debra Shaw, Veruschka von Lehndorff, to name a few. Adrian Alicea has also been featured on the cover of Italian Vogue and has had editorial spreads in major publications like Vibe. He’d eventually tour the world as a professional dancer alongside the legendary Willi Ninja and Grace Jones. This led to two electrifying performances in “Deep in Vogue” and “Waltz Darling” by the multi-talented Malcolm McClaren. He is currently featured in the CAMP Expedition at the Metropolitan Museum Of Art, Manhattan, New York and was presented with the Emerging New Designer Award at the Cinema Film Fashion Awards 2017, Beverly Hills, California alongside Akon, Sidney Poitier and Samuel L. Jackson. Adrian has styled and dressed the likes of many A List celebrities. Larisa Martine, of whom shared the stage with Grammy Award Winner, Joshua Bell at the 60th Lincoln Center Anniversary hosted by Neil Patrick Harris wore one of his stunning designs. He has also dressed and styled celebrities like Zoe Saldana and Nick Cannon.
The House Of Alicea was born out of his life-time love affair with Avant-garde fashion and the purest freedom of an artist. Adrian sews from hand like a sculptor as he shapes and molds each fabric to fit the human form with such care to the ornate details he creates in each design. The fashion industry has become commercial and lackluster at best with mass-produced designs. Adrian Alicea has a style all his own that is unique and filled with the power to transform this industry back to a time when living breathing artistic beauty of all forms graced the stage. His designs bring forth an explosive amalgamation of emotions that will take your breath away and leaving you screaming for more. Adrian Alicea is that of a demigod. This mythical creature has the innate ability to forge a cult-like dance of the obscure bathed in overt obscenity, and emblazoned in provocative aggression dripping in hedonistic ecstasy. See his fashion Show in our World Liberty TV, Fashion Channel by Clicking here.
Emerge Fashion Show During NYFW -2022: I am truly grateful to present the Emerge! Fashion live runway show during New York Fashion Week! When I created Emerge! 10 years ago my purpose was to highlight the creativity and art that designers create for the runway. I am always at awe at the talent and gifts that designers bring to light. I am equally grateful about honoring legendary designer Karl Kani with the Fashion Innovator Award. Universally- deemed the Godfather of Urban Fashion, Karl Kani’s style and influence impacted the culture in a major way with his iconic brand.
Last but not least, thanks to everyone for supporting the show and I am honored you are here to enjoy this journey! On behalf of our talented designers, production staff and all of our sponsors, I welcome you to witness Emerge! A Fashion Runway Show., Said, Dionne Williams Creator, Emerge! See Emerge Fashion Show as well as Karl Kani God Father of Urban Fashion being honored as well as a special tribute video honoring Andre Talley. In our World Liberty TV, Fashion Channels by Clicking here.
“NYC Live! @ Fashion Week” Fall/Winter 2022 Fashion Showcase, Creative Director and Founder “Michael Reid”: Born and raised in Harlem, New York, Wm. Michael Reid has always expressed a desire to become a world-renowned architect. It was once imagined that he would have an impact on his hometown’s world-famous skyline by designing a magnificent office tower or, better yet, a sports and entertainment complex. However, after attending college in Los Angeles, he shifted into a different gear, which helped him focus on designing and building a first-class company.
Over time, X.E.I. has developed solid relationships with many influential personnel all across the nation – entertainment industry, sports leagues, travel/hospitality, corporate sponsors, modeling, fashion, and the media — radio, television, film, print and interactive. In years to come, it’s X.E.I.’s goal to leave its mark as one of the most highly-successful entertainment companies ever to be assembled. One thing’s for certain, X.E.I. will provide a creative and informative platform for new business clients, as well as family and friends. See NY Live Fashion Shows by clicking here.
We at World Liberty TV, have been covering New York Fashion Week for close to 20 years and showcasing thousands of designers from all over the World, as well as models and people in the fashion world. See More in our World Liberty TV, Fashion Channels blogs and Fashion Photo-Galleries by clicking here.
With this year’s event approaching, we are hugely excited to be able to host you in person at the World Business Forum. The conference will once again provide a unique opportunity for senior executives to learn from and be inspired by some of the world’s brightest and most influential business minds.
Focused on preparing leaders to face the challenges of a new business environment, the forum provides an invaluable opportunity to learn about major business and management trends, and to do so in the company of more than 2,000 other senior leaders. This is a unique and irreplaceable opportunity for anyone in a strategic leadership position in their organization.
Our 2021 program features fantastic speakers such as, Lynda Gratton, Alan Mulally and Amy Cuddy. We would be delighted to have you and your colleagues join us in person at the next edition of the World Business Forum in NYC.
This is the moment. The place is the World Business Forum. NOW A unique time of unprecedented change. An unparalleled opportunity for development and growth.
NOW is the time we have to refocus our strategies and transform our operations. NOW is the opportunity we have to create an enduring competitive advantage. NOW is the space we have to cultivate the unique creative, human talent upon which our organizations are based.
It is urgent, powerful and laden with potential. Join us at World Business Forum New York 2021 for a learning experience that will equip and inspire you to leverage the full possibility of the incredible NOW.
Thinkers, leaders, doers and change-makers, coming together to provoke, galvanize, embolden and excite. Welcome to the Incredible NOW at World Business Forum NYC 2021.
The Following Speakers spoke at (WOBI), Alan Mulally , Organizational Leadership, President and Chief Executive Officer, The Ford Motor Company 2006-2014.
Amy Cuddy: Talent Game˛ Changing Social Psychologist and Award, winning Harvard Lecturer.
Lynda Gratton: Workforce Transformation, London Business School Professor and Expert On the Future Of Work.
Henry Timms and Jeremy Heimans Management: Bestselling Authors And Pioneers In Building Digital Movements.
Nathan Furr : Business Transformation, Recognized Authority On Digital Transformation And Disruptive Innovation.
Don Peppers : Marketing Authority On Customer˛ Focused Business Stagiest.
Renée Richardson Gosline: Innovation Culture, Authority On Brand Strategy Specializing in The Intersection of Technology and Behavioral Economics.
Alicia Hare: Personal Leadership Expert in Personal Leadership and Organizational Development.
Matthew Weatherley –White: Sustainability Impact Investor and Co-Founder of the Caprock Group.
Felipe Gómez: Performance Expert in Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Virtuosity.
We also had the pleasure of interviewing Mattia Cesco, Sales and Operations manager of Tucano USA Inc, Bags. Tucano was also the Official Bag of WOBI Summit 2021. Tucano is an Italian company that manufactures bags, backpacks, cases and accessories designed for a fast-paced, digital life.
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Columbus Citizens Foundation Announces 2021 Columbus Day Parade Line-up and Performers For World’s Largest Celebration Of Italian American Culture with a Theme of “Resilience, Recovery and Reunion”
Michael Pascucci, Chairman of Duck Pond Associates, Served as Grand Marshal of the 77th Annual Columbus Day Parade and Will Lead the Line of March with Over 100 Marching Groups Including Musical Bands, Italian American Cultural Institutions and Colorful Floats
On Monday, October 11, the 77th Annual Columbus Day Parade will be held in New York City. The Parade celebrates Italian American heritage, culture and achievements and is the largest celebration of Italian heritage in the world. Grand Marshal Michael Pascucci, Chairman of Duck Pond Associates lead the Parade. This year’s event marks a return to Fifth Avenue, as Covid restrictions saw 2020’s festivities celebrated virtually.
The Parade will run north up Fifth Avenue, from 47th to 72nd Streets from 11:30 AM to 3:30 PM. The 2021 Honorees Joe Gurrera, owner of Citarella, and Jodi Pulice, founder and CEO of JRT Realty Group will help kick off the celebration. In addition, Daniel A. Nigro, Commissioner of New York City Fire Department, who will receive the 2021 Humanitarian of the Year Award, will join the others at the front of the Parade.
The Columbus Citizens Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to the celebration of Italian heritage and the creation of opportunities for younger Italian Americans, organizes the Columbus Day Parade in New York City every year.
The 77th Columbus Day Parade is broadcast live on ABC Channel 7 (12:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET). Viewers can also stream the special live at abc7ny.com, the abc7NY App and abc7NY connected TV apps on Amazon Fire TV, Android TV, Apple TV and Roku.
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